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Jenn -

You look phenomenal! It is amazing to me how much younger you look too when I looked at your before/after pics:) Congrats to you on your huge accomplishment and thanks for the inspiration!

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WOW! That is amazing progress! Enjoy shopping:)

I have started Jillian's 30 day Shred dvd which I bought at Target for $10. It has 3 levels and yes level 1 is unbelievably hard for me but I feel great when it is over! The thing I like about this DVD is that Jillian has someone doing modifications for almost every exercise so its for all levels. It's a combination of Cardio, Abs, and Strength.

Good for you! I'm glad to know you didn't change anything because I am in the middle of a stall and working on being patient as well. I know I am doing things right, so I am trying to focus on how my clothes are fitting instead of the scale right now. Keep up the great work!:thumbup1:

I had my surgery on 4/3/10 with him and was thrilled! Feel free to PM me if you want details or have specific questions. Great experience!

Thanks for sharing your story Citygal. A lot of times we tend not to acknowledge all that is behind our weight problems, but you are obviously on the road to a much brighter future. Congrats to you and your success so far - you are very inspiring. Thanks for your honesty:)

Way to go Angie - great accomplishment!

WOW! You are amazing! Thanks for being such an inspiration!

That is an amazing story! Congrats to you DeeDee on your accomplishments!

Best wishes for your surgery Kelly and Jennifer! How cool that you can look out for each other:) I'll look forward to hearing your updates!

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Angie -

I just came back from 2 weeks of vacation and lost! I tried to stop obsessing about everything I put into my mouth (which is hard for me) and just focused on eating healthy. I actually felt pretty normal, which was nice:) I also REALLY worked hard each day to walk or bike to make sure I was burning calories. I think you will do just fine - just make sure you aren't too hard on yourself.

Oh, most importantly my drink recommendation is vodka and cranberry (the light kind that is only 5 calories) and lime - yummy!

Have a blast!

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Way to go!!!!!!!! Keep up the great work:)

WOW! What an amazing difference already! Keep up the great work - you look terrific:):001_wub:

Please feel free to PM me and I'd also be happy to chat with you on the phone. I love him and his staff and felt great about my experience. I went with by best friend and we had the procedure the same weekend (about 2 months ago). Good choice:)

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Doing well here:) Less pain in my feet and knees - I am able to walk a lot and feel good working out - YIPEE! It's nice to be 2 months out - I feel a little bit more normal and can eat a variety of food so I don't feel deprived anymore.....

I'd say the biggest change is that I actually look at myself in the mirror, instead of looking "past" my reflection. I am happy with my progress. I have stopped letting the scale get me so upset and am trying to find non-scale victories.

girly.girl - hope that you feel better soon!!!

This is a life changing experience and I wish you all the best!:biggrin0:

My best friend and I had the VSG with Dr. A on 4/3. He took great care of us! His staff is wonderful:) Best wishes to you for a smooth surgery - keep us updated!

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HappyDestiny -

I am so glad to hear everything went well for you!!! YAYYYY!!! Sorry you are feeling so much pain - it does get better - a little each day - keep on walking:)

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I took something similar by mistake about 4 days before....they didn't change my date but I did make sure to tell my doctor....they'll know what to do

Good luck:)

So glad to hear Angie is doing so well and that you are with her every step of the way!!! Thanks for the update:)

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I was sleeved 4/3/10 by Dr. Alvarez. The first few weeks were definitely tough but now that I am 5 weeks out life has really improved! Being able to eat a variety of foods (in small portions of course) makes me very happy. My doctor was very conservative as far as post-op diet and now I understand why. Slowly, but surely, I am able to introduce new foods. I am exercising more and have started to feel SO much better!

YAY FOR APRIL SLEEVERS!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumbup:

So happy to hear that you sis is doing well. Sending prayers to you both:)

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Goodlife -

Can't figure out how any of those things is going to help me nutritionally....so I'm just kinda confused in general.

Try greek yogurt - it's a different taste but you might like it. It has ALOT of Protein - it's the one thing out of those you listed where you can get a significant amount of Protein. I'm hooked now, but it took awhile - I like Chobani and Oikos - lots of good flavors:)

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I am from GA and I had the sleeve at the beginning of April - I'm definitely interested!:thumbup:

Yay Angie - It's finally your turn!!! Best of luck to you:)

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