DrmBig4Evr

NtvTxn nailed it. If you are worried about nutrition, focus on your Multivitamins for now, and schedule micromeals, and just make sure every bite has optimal nutritional value.
If you are asking because you want to be able to eat more, then before that is an option, get ahold of that thought and get it figured out. You have come a long way and have a valuable tool, but you must learn to use it, and your little tummy does not fix our big, often bad habits associated with eating.
Instead of thinking of it as a detrement (if that is what you are doing), take time to stop and be amazed at how little it takes to really sustain you, and how awesome it is that you have this time to reflect on that.
Good luck.

God willing, not for a LONG time!!! Make one bite two, that will make it go further....and just savor every bite and KNOW that due to this, you are on your way to a new life and much smaller clothes!!!!

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

Good morning everyone, feeling good right now. Except that nasty junk they make you drink for the leak test. Surgery went well, and hopefully we all make a speedy recovery!
Thanks for everyone's support, I would have probably backed out of surgery if it weren't for yalls support.
and thanks Kirk for everything, your an awesome leader!

I am a little over 3 months out and still doing this. Old habits are hard to break. Occasionally I get nauseated and dry heave due to my eating speed. You would think that would stop me. I think it's all about the "mindful eating" thing. I am a work in progress, I guess!
-Kendra

Before my surgery I went to Macy's and looked at the beautiful and way too small suits and told them, "I'll be back and you'll be mine!"
That day has come.
My size is not only on the rack now, it is down the rack to the smaller sizes!
I'm a minister, I need a good black suit for marrying and burying and for special services. Now my size is the one I had when I married my first couple when I was in my 20's, the groom bought me a Johnny Carson suit. I loved that suit, I wore it out.
Macy's has Donald Trump, Micheal Kors, and Kenneth Cole suits that look good. I don't know what I'll get but I know it's going to be fun. Knowing me, I will probably tell the salesperson the story.
God has indeed smiled on me, with His help I've dumped hated burdens and gained many great friends here in this forum.
I'll post pics when I can.

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

Google weight loss advocates / lawyers. They can help you get the insurance to pay for it & sometimes just the threat of alawywr on side is enough.
Be sure to get your pcp to document any rashes/ irritations or limits on ur daily activities such as want to bike but can't bc I can't bend at the hip due to skin. Sometimes the plastic surgeon will help by taking pics of the pannus hanging below the pubis or any range of motion limitations.
They'll only pay usually for the pannus not a full Tummy Tuck. Though some people have gotten arms covered if they can document range of motion limitations or severe skin problems / fungus.
Good luck!

I think the deer sensed that you aren't as hungry as you used to be

for my 3 month followup. All is going well. I feel great, yada, yada, yada.
She let's me know that if I wanted the surgery today, I would not qualify. BMI too low and no co-morbidities. :-)
What was once a huge fear, is now music to my ears.
Hope everyone is having a great day!!

Deer Whisperer?

Yep. It happened. By far, my best NSV so far.
I was pulled over today for failure to use my turn signal. I handed him my info and he stood there looking confused but didn't say anything. (This happens a LOT when people see my license which was at my highest weight) he walks back to his car without saying a word and a couple mins later another patrol car pulls up. They both get out, talk for a minute and walk over to my car....long story short, they thought I provided 'false identication to a police officer' I explained that I have recently lost about 80 pounds and dyed my hair. Luckily I had my passport in my glove box, and the photo was taken a out half way to goal.
I was given a 'fix it ticket' which states I have 10 days to report to my SOS (or DMV as it is in most States) for a new photo, or pay a fine. No ticket for the turn signal though

I decided to stretch my legs a bit and take a hike with my bro after work today. We went on the Robe Valley trail up on the Mountain Loop highway near Verlot Ranger station for those familiar with the North Puget Sound area. anyways, it is a short easy hike that winds down the valley to the old abandoned mining town of Robe. We could not make it to the tunnel this year because the trail was overtaken by the marshes. Neat area with lots of mossy trees and reeds. On the way back, we were coming up the switchbacks (about 500 feet climb) when we ran into 2 teenager deer munching on vegetation. They looked up and waved their tails before trotting slowly away 10 feet. Very nice to run into them. They went back munching on a snack before trotting further up the trail a little further. We played this little game, the deer and I until we got to the top of the trail. They then pranced off into the distance. Either these were the most domestic deer I have ever met or I was giving off "friend" vibes. See even the deer will treat you better when you lose weight. Cheers.

I was sleeved yesterday. Nausea and gas keeps going and coming. But over all, I'm OK.

Take one serving premade Jello sugar free pudding, mix in 1 scoop vanilla Protein Powder, mix. Doesn't taste all that bad, super high Protein in a very small portion. Screw you, Bobby Flay!

: ) nsv

I can't offer any advise on drinking soda or carbonated bevreages.
I can say that I decided not to bring them back into my diet at all, period. I have been without any carbonated beverages for almost 16 months, and can say that I think it has a termendous amount to do with my controlling my cravings.

I don't drink carbonation because I'm a firm believer it robs the skin of moisture and nutrients. That is why I look 40 and not 50 something.

I went in vacation last week and lost 2 lbs!!! So happy!!

Congratulations on a great start!! I'm 3 months out from surgery, a total of 102#s down from my highest weight in June of last year. The biggest changes I saw in my clothes came during weeks I lost no weight at all. I'm losing differently than I ever have. I can imagine the frustration, just stay the course, all your hard work will show itself.
Good luck!!