kimmy*custis

I cleaned house of all that years ago....I only have a few, really close friends and those are the ones who would do anything for you, drop what they are doing to help at a moments notice. Life is too short for toxic people!

Emotional Vampires & Toxic People... I'm doing an inventory of all my relationships, family, friends, etc. who have been instrumental in giving me bad advice, not being encouraging, or just breaking my heart, and hurting my feelings. How many people are really my friends because they like having a fat friend as a wingman? My family who tells me that WLS is a cop out? The exbf who said he's just not that attracted to "big girls". It's time to clean house, and dump the negative and replace it with the positive. Who are your emotional vampires and what are you doing to change it?

Congrats on you upcoming surgery! I didnt change at all, my taste is exactly the same as it was pre surgery. The only thing I have is acid reflux but I take my Prilosec every day...problem solved! I love very spicy, even downright hot foods and I still can have them.

Yes, it freaked me out too but it wasnt as bad as I thought it would be. I started at 4 months and it pretty much slowed to normal Hair loss at 6 1/2 months. Hopefully your hair loss will be minimal. The way I look at it , small price to pay to have my life back. I feel freaking fantastic, my relationship with my husband is back, I can do stuff with my kids now, shop anywhere I want...woo hoo! Best of luck to you!

I do the same type of recipe but use one, maybe two eggs, fat free milk and use Pam instead of the oil, way less calories and still tastes fabulous! I sometimes throw a couple tbsp's of grated cheese too, even a dollup of fat free sour cream.....yummy! It doesnt have as much Protein but way less fat.

No, but I had a few pieces I had saved....forever it seemed. I dropped sizes so quickly I am glad I didnt buy anything. I am already hating having to get rid of clothes I have had for 2 months. I went from a size 20 pant 2-3x shirts to 10, sometimes 8 pants and L, sometimes M shirts. I have been shopping at thrift stores, much cheaper and I dont feel so bad when it doesnt fit anymore! I can tell you it is fantastic to be able to shop anywhere now, not the plus size stores.

I do the same type of recipe but use one, maybe two eggs, fat free milk and use Pam instead of the oil, way less calories and still tastes fabulous! I sometimes throw a couple tbsp's of grated cheese too, even a dollup of fat free sour cream.....yummy! It doesnt have as much Protein but way less fat.

I came across this recipe online while searching for high Protein pureed recipes and thought I would share. It says it makes one serving though it seems to me it might be on the large side based on the quantity of ingredients, and it is a bit high in calories but it does sound delicious. I'm excited to try it.
Salsa Scrambled eggs with Peppers and Onions
Ingredients:
3 eggs
1⁄2 medium raw green pepper
1⁄4 medium raw onion
1⁄4 c salsa
2 tbsp. whole milk mixed with 4 tbsp dry milk
2 tsp. vegetable oil
Instructions:
Clean and chop pepper and onion into small pieces; puree in food processor; set aside. Puree salsa & set aside in a separate bowl. Combine eggs and milk in a bowl; mix with a fork until blended. Heat 1 tsp of oil in medium frying pan. Sauté’ mixture into pan and mix constantly with wooden spoon (goal is to scramble eggs). Remove from heat when eggs are thoroughly cooked (not runny). Pour salsa over scrambled eggs and ENJOY!!!
Nutritional Information:
Yields 1 serving
525 calories per serving
31g Protein per serving

I have been doing 2 zumba classses a week, 1 yoga and 2 days of weight training and it seems to be working for me. I still have loose skin but not hanging skin and I am down 81 lbs. Everyone is different, some people have very elastic skin and bounce back quickly. All you can do it try different things and see what works for you. Good luck!

had a great experience in Cancun having vsg surgery with Dr. Hector Perez and felt I should relay my experience to those considering going to cancun for surgery. I went alone and was a little nervous at first. The hotel was beautiful and very relaxing, right on the ocean! I was still somewhat apprehensive until meeting Dr. Perez the next day, surgery day, and also meeting the owners of Clinica Victoria.
Dr. Perez put me at ease immediately due to his confidence and assurance. He was very friendly and I felt very comfortable with his capability in performing my surgery. After surgery, I had a little discomfort from the incisions and swelling but no real pain the entire time I was in the hospital. Pain meds were given regularly and I slept quite a bit the first day. I had no real gas pains at all, and only had nausea for maybe 8 hours after surgery. That was it. The nurses were great! (Carmen was the best -- her big smile put me at ease and she was always smiling.) There were no real communication problems due to the cards that were utilized in the hospital for interpretation.
I feel like I was treated very well during my entire experience and I am still quite amazed how easy my recovery has been ... thanks to Dr. Perez and the wonderful staff at Clinica Victoria. I am glad I chose Cancun because it was very relaxing and inviting and I had no worries about my safety. Dr. Perez is a brilliant surgeon and this was the right fit for me.
My surgery was August 24th and I’m nearly two weeks out and down 14 pounds.

I think it is great! I know it is normal to think the worst with all the crap going around about advanced maternal age. My Husbands mom was 44 when she had him...in 1968, unheard of back then. Sending positive thoughts your way, I believe pregnancy is a gift and happens for a reason, best of luck to you!

I think it is great! I know it is normal to think the worst with all the crap going around about advanced maternal age. My Husbands mom was 44 when she had him...in 1968, unheard of back then. Sending positive thoughts your way, I believe pregnancy is a gift and happens for a reason, best of luck to you!

Try it , you will know! I cant eat and then drink, it feels like it has plugged up the tummy, too much at one time.

I lived in yoga pants and tees the first three weeks. I went back to work with low rise jeans and had no problems. Good luck finding something that is comfortable for you.

Girl....you have every right to brag.....you look fantastic! Congrats!

There are sooo many things.....I think just feeling good about myself again it the best. I was so tired of being sick and tired. Of course being able to fit in cute clothes again is a plus too!

You will be just fine, YOU CAN DO THIS!!!! Best of luck tomorrow! I really can say I didnt miss food, and I sure couldnt eat it anyway...you will see!

OMG...too funny! Thanks for sharing. I cant think of anything to add right now but...give me a bit!

Oh yes, I completely understand! Been there done that! Before you know it you will be wearing the cute bra/panty sets...woo hoo! That was one of my favorite things to go buy when I lost enough weight. Thanks for the laugh!

I have some loose skin upper arms, inner thighs, lower part of the bum , boobs a bit ( hate that part!) but suprisingly my tummy is fairly flat ( woo hoo, that was gonna be the part that bothered me the most...outside of the boobs!) It isnt real bad actually but I have been hitting it pretty hard core at the gym. 2 zumba classes a week, one yoga and 2 days of weight training...seems to be working, slowly but that is ok, 80 lbs in 7 months is a lot to shrink back up...lol!

OMG....yes, it was soooo worth it!! I just wish I had done it sooner! 24 lbs from goal at 6 1/2 months out, I am so stoked!

There are sooo many things.....I think just feeling good about myself again it the best. I was so tired of being sick and tired. Of course being able to fit in cute clothes again is a plus too!

Sonya welcome, welcome, welcome
any friend of 'kimmy*custis' is a friend of mine
the sleeve will become your other best friend
good luck next week

Having my peeps call me " bones" and wear slutty clothes, crossing my legs, more sex sex sex, have men eating in the palm of my hands, having the upper hand to chose who I want, fit in tiny chair lol, I can keep going

I am in the same boat as Kimmy.... I can pretty much eat whatever I want... Just small amounts!! I feel completely satisfied and don't feel deprived of my favorite foods!! My boyfriend loves it!!! I'm a cheap date!!! LOL