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Looking good, girl!!! You wear your clothes so well, no matter what size. Keep up the good work!

I'm over the moon happy for you! Best wishes!

I have been very much on the cold side in the last couple weeks, much more so the ever before. Sitting inside our thermostat is at 63 ( not that cold). My fingers and toes feel almost frozen, but the rest of my body is very cool also. I am wearing a sweatshirt and wole socks. This is so strange because I used to be the one always roasting ( figuratively speaking). Drinking very hot apple cider helps for the day, but then I am frozen again later on. Does this happen to others and do you have some suggestions?

I am only 9 months out so I may not be of veteran help. It seems like you know your bad habits. Try holding yourself accountable through some sort of fitness app. It may uncover how the seemingly 'occasional carbs' can add up.
You're not bad at this, just off track. You have done phenomenal so far. Success is in your corner, the app will hold you accountable.
The sleeve is your tool, just utilize it. Best wishes.

So freaking ecstatic... just one question.. I'm dying for a soda..can I even have a half of a diet soda???

just went to find some new pants and a top so that I have something that is "business casual" in my closet.. and pre op I was a 22/24 pant and GUESS WHAT?! size 18 pants fit me!!!!!! I'm SO excited! I'm still wearing a 1X top though (blame on my tatas hahaha) but I started at size 2- 3X tops pre op so I'm pretty happy about that! I know I have a long way to go but I'm on my way folks! SO happy I got sleeved!
the first pic is of me at Venice Beach just before surgery.. weighed 262 lbs there.
the next 2 pics I took today while trying on the size 18 pants!!!!!! YAY! today I am 3 weeks post op and weigh 235.. that's 27 lbs lost so far
I just realized the pics are little but if you click on them you can see the bigger version!
  

It seems that there are two major groups on this forum. Those who get the sleeve and use the tool to eat less and loose weight and those who get the sleeve to kick off a new life of healthly eating, exersice, Protein Shakes and basicly a totally new life. The first group, in which I belong, is a little more laid back, we are going to incorporate birthday cake and margaritas. I would love it if the group of "Sleeve life changer- health nuts" would give us "Laid back sleevers" a break and not accuse of us of being trolls, or giving bad advice. We have a different lifestyle, it is okay not to be just like you, I promise. There needs to be room for both types of people on this forum. When I first started reading I thought the only people on here were health fanatics, I am glad to see there are people who are not running 5k's and drinking Protein shakes 4 weeks out.

Panera has great wifi, Soups and sandwiches but their coffee was as bitter as a prom night break up.

My wife uses MFP, so I can't use it. She would blow up my inbox.

Yeah, i thought my husband would jump on my bandwagon with me and eat healthy. Then I thought abt if the positions were reversed....i wouldn't want him dictating what I eat. Even though we are partners, we each have our individual paths to take on the weight journey.
That being said, your hubby could be more considerate of you. I told my husband he has from 7am-5pm m-f to eat junk food (when he's at work.). And he needed to take advantage of that time and not eat my fav junk foods at home. He's done that so far.
But in your case, you've also got your kids to worry about. They need to learn from you how to eat healthy or they may go down the obesity road too. You are in a tough spot. My heart feels for you.
Good luck.

Ok google helped me , my biggest non scale victory is the activities I'm now able to partake in with my children , without dying.. We ride bikes , play soccer .. I'm not tired any more , I barely wanna goto sleep at night.. So the energy I have now in surplus for everyday life made it more than worth it!

I don't frequent the board enough there are so many wonderful stories, of success, so figured I'd share mine.. I had the operation on march 12th of this year, started at 347lbs pre op, now I'm 224lbs, and feel great.. My ideal weight is 190lbs but i want 215 or so.. to hit that in under a year is amazing.. It's been amazing, not much as a single issue, haven't even had any nausea since the first time I woke up from my surgery.. Eating has been a learning experience, since I was a big eater, and enjoyed food.. Now I cherish a ice cream sandwich every now and then.. I have bat loads more energy, and my job has benefited from my productivity.. I read a lot of treads on here bout eating, and stuff and they were a tremendous help.. And for that I thank you guys! Well anyway here's a before and a after... Thanks again...

It gets easier, you'll live like you never thought u could.. Best decision of my life. Down 128lbs, and still goin!!!

Pre surgery 375 4-24-12
Today 251.8 9-30-12

I have 3 children so my husband brings home treats and things for them. They still eat burgers, fries, pizza, chips, candy, Cookies, etc... I donot want to take these things from them because i had the surgery. It is hard but i continue to remind myself of why i had the surgery. I take it 1 day at a time.

Amazing!

100 pounds later and I'm more flexible and hubby says there's so much more room to work with ha

You will have pain. Eat the Jello & diet snapple for 1 week. Your body needs to heal.

I am only 9 months out so I may not be of veteran help. It seems like you know your bad habits. Try holding yourself accountable through some sort of fitness app. It may uncover how the seemingly 'occasional carbs' can add up.
You're not bad at this, just off track. You have done phenomenal so far. Success is in your corner, the app will hold you accountable.
The sleeve is your tool, just utilize it. Best wishes.

I was aware as I read your entry, overboard, that you are really focusing on the few weeks of not-so-good eating and even gaining, and totally missing all the work you did, yes YOU DID over the last year. That is our eating disorder talking. It is not the truth. That is the voice that got us here. The black/white thinking. The all/nothing. People who live a healthy lifestyle blow it sometimes - and they let it go and get back on the health path. You can do this. I can do this. It's a lie to think we can't - and we must not let that voice take control!!! I need you to try again - because you are a mentor to me - as are so many of those who had surgery 1, 2, 3+ years ago. You will not gain it all back. You can do this! I do not mean to sound all polly-anna and innocent here - but we must fill our minds with what we CAN do vs. the fear of failure and lies we have believed before that we won't make it. Please don't do that to yourself. Please. Just take care of yourself tomorrow. Then write about it and do the same thing the next day. We are all behind you because YOU ARE US!!!! We must stay connected and push each other in the direction of health and success and LIFE. Big hug!!!! Amy

Lol! I name so much dumb stuff. My car is "The Bubble" my pink Schwinn bike is "shwinny the pooh" I've done it since I was a kid.

mine was also low and my Doc said its dehydration....u need to drink more water....64oz a day

Whoot whoot!!!! I can not wait to make my Facebook post! And yes I am telling thee world! All 1,045 fb friends will know~ I'm soooo excited about this shift in my life who knows how many people could be blessed from me sharing my experience instead of the I just dieted or I did WW response everyone else gives~ Nope I got Sleeved Boo! Crazy thing is everyone that I have told thus far has been soooooooooo supportive and even those who secretly will hate I love them anyways!
T~ :wub: :wub:

You're very brave. While I didn't make it Facebook official, I do tell anyone who is honest enough to ask me how I did it. Especially people who are overweight, my hope is that I may inspire them to make a decision they may be struggling with making for themselves.
You're doing great. Keep it up (;

You're very brave. While I didn't make it Facebook official, I do tell anyone who is honest enough to ask me how I did it. Especially people who are overweight, my hope is that I may inspire them to make a decision they may be struggling with making for themselves.
You're doing great. Keep it up (;