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Do you have a full length mirror in your house? I take the time to check myself out- get a reality check on my size and how I look. I don't always see it, but it does help me believe.

When things change quickly, you have the capacity to adjust and enjoy the moment.

Nice to hear from you, what a mess! The workers at my job are currently organizing. Do you have Union representation? We saw so much disrespect and decline in our program, we didn't see any other way to go. We are voting in 20 days. Just read the article... YIKES! What a stresser that must be!

Thanks you for having the strength and courage to come back and post your situation. Many have come and done the same before you, you are not alone. I gained 22 pounds before I found the system to turn it around and get to goal. You can too. For me it was those things that Pdx mentioned above... log everything I eat every day... use every tool at my command, fit bit, MFP and the 5:2 protocol (you can find info on that in the Vets forum if you are interested) I can not depend on my senses to steer me towards the right food or amounts, so I HAVE to write is all down every day whatever I eat good or not so good. I found 1200 a day plus eating back part of my exercise calories (between 1200-1600 a day) and using a semi fast on two days a week... 500-600 cals on those days. No drinking with meals or after, keeping the protein up, vitamins, lower carbs. For those days/weeks where we get off plan for whatever reason, keep a bounce range that will trigger a stricter plan to get back in line before the pounds really rack up. It is harder to lose further out than earlier out after WLS. You are not alone!

Perhaps just keep track of what you eat, use your MFP to remain conscious about what you are eating at this time of stress. This helps me, even if I make some impulsive choices, I don't lose sight of my actions and completely run the train off the cliff. My sympathies to you and your friend. Maybe this is the time to spend some time cooking, healthy dinners for mom and yourself? Make sure there are healthy snacks in your purse for hospital visits and times where you just don't have the energy to take care of yourself.

I love how you are not running from the pains of life, and really seeing them in a somewhat analytical way... which takes the sting out and allows for perspective. I don't see/smell any cr*p here! Never! (((((((( <3 <3 <3 )))))))

Glad you found the links. Watch the Horizon episode posted. It really sets you up for what its all about.

Met with the Doc and Nut today. They were over the moon(I wished I had asked what the average weight loss at 3 years is at the office...). Only suggestions were more protein (at least 80), I can eat more on regular days and less on fast days if it evens out to 80. Take vitamins with some iron, not because my iron is low at all, but they are looking into the distant future and iron levels in the long run. They said they would feel better if I had breakfast on fast days. Great post Georgia! No way you look bigger on the bottom! That empty spot.The thing that fills it up for me a bit is bird watching. I am thrilled, I cry, I just feel so much when I am communing with the birds/nature. It fills me with wonder, grief, I feel small and privy to the secret life of birds and animals. The feelings that "fill the hole"are not just happy or nice... they are the full gamut of feelings all rolled together. I think taking the treasure gained from filling the hole needs to be shared somehow. I am taking photos that I share, and hope to become a better person from my exploits.... and share that somehow... I want to die with no regrets.

Nice to hear from you all and all your perspectives. .. special optimistic heads up about the puppy, PetSmart seriously need to step up and help with the bills.... how about a free insurance plan as well as some money for bills after she pulls through for a start? I am going to my 3 year check up after work today. My labs are in, and they look OK, the cholesterol is still up a little.... I really don't want to go onto statins.... normal/high is 200 and I was 207......

There are teachers everywhere. Your worst enemy can teach you things that your dearest loved one can't. Cherish all interactions.

I had a BMI under 40 also... You do know that with co-morbs 35 is the standard? If our Docs approve, what business is it of anyone else? I lost 91 pounds, had a BMI of 38, The health insurance costs will be helped by me losing weight and not turning into a full blown diabetic with those costs into the future.

i agree Georgia! Globe, Really like the new voice you have found and are exercising! Sheila, My old pup is right on the edge healthwise. The doc said if anything happens to her where she needs an operation, she doesn't recommend it. That means a broken leg would spell the end for her. . Your pup is so lucky to have you, and if/when she pulls through, she will be a treasure for you and your family. What a rotten way to start life, I have never heard of a pup getting fixed at 6 weeks! ....but theres a new mom in town! and things are changing for the better. Cathy, your dogie had the best time! I like it when they are all worn out from so much walking and stimulation. We call it "picking up her Pee-mail" when our pooch goes out for a walk and a sniff. Hope the rest of you are finding satisfaction in life this weekend!

You have cultivated a view that is becoming more expansive and awesome to behold. When things get overwhelming, remember to relax and enjoy.

Awesome Pasquini! Nice to see you doing so well. I'm at 3 years now too. Love the photo.

Congrats erp! welcome to the Vets lounge!

Hi Scorpion! Congrats on getting the sleeve! This forum is for posting research papers and new research in general... you might get more responses elsewhere, so I will move your post where I will be seen my more people. Cheers, Kim

Somewhere else on this part of the forum there is a post about the guts brain being about the same size as a cat brain.... here are some more details.... http://neurosciencestuff.tumblr.com/post/38271759345/gut-instincts-the-secrets-of-your-second-brain

Yum sweet potatoes! Good choice.

For years you thought that attachment and love went hand in had. Now you can see that attachment is more like an anchor, false security that holds back the best actions of love and kindness.

http://neurosciencestuff.tumblr.com/post/38271759345/gut-instincts-the-secrets-of-your-second-brain Here is info on that... not sure i how much is made in the stomach parts that are removed, but is made in the larger "gut" system.

Sounds pretty normal to me. Use MFP if your not to keep track of portions... don't let that 5-6 creep up any more, it does get harder to re-lose...

Oh my gosh, I have heard of Parvo... so sad! I hope she pulls through soon. My nephews baby-mama works in a vet office, and there was a little Chaweenie there with a herniated bladder, the owners who brought her in asked that she be put down,and Kelsey said "no way" brought her home and is nursing her back to health. She is just a doll, so friendly, and seems to be doing pretty well. Bless you taking care of this little girl,she is lucky to have you on her side!

Glad to see you, sounds like you are heading in the right direction, if not there yet.... make sure to feed your "biome", fermented foods, yogurt, pickles and such.... those antibiotics can really kick your immunities butt!

No time like the present to enjoy what you have. That being said, I have been having some landslides of sh-it raining down for a while, and it is pretty easy to forget to enjoy life just as it is! Really, it is the perfect time to practice enjoyment, because if you can enjoy NOW, when things are challenging, then you are pretty much set.

Look for the gold buried in the sh-it.