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I am usually up at least 1 lb after exercise, I assume this is from the 2 bottles of water I drink while exercising. My best time is first thing in the AM, after potty, before any fluids or foods.

Well I bought my frist LBD today! So for now you get the fitting room picture but I do have an event to wear it to next month so I'll come back then with a picture I am all fancied up in!

Papaya Enzymes are supposed to help settle your tummy

I changed my MFP username to Libb3C - it is in my signature but my original post can't be edited now. Love to have active new friends!

Hi Julie!! Congratulations on your great loss!! Stress sucks - don't let it get the best of you. Everyone has said what I would say, healthy alternatives for the grazing - fruits, veggies, etc. Exercise instead of graze when stressed. Don't take his problems on, take care of you. Etc. I totally agree to see if you can get him to counseling with you. Also, can you talk to him about how important it is for you to be healthy for him as well as for yourself - ie, for your future together, things you want to do with him that you couldn't being over weight, etc. You say he is fit, can you possibly begin exercising together? Walking or running is free and fall is just around the corner. Maybe getting him involved in your health and reassuring him you SEE him in your future? Also, let him know how things he has done has added stress to you and your relationship. Just some thoughts! Hope it helps!

How many calories are you getting in? Are you getting all of your Water? I think your loss is right on target, a good rate of loss.

Thank you! No I sure can't believe it's been a year! I thought I would lose quicker too but that's ok - it's been steady! I am happy I got it too!

How far out are you? What is your height, goal weight? Are you saying you have lost 22 lbs in 3 weeks? If so, that is pretty darn good!!

awesome!! Did you ever expect a year ago to be where you are today?

I have heard no, that bariatric surgery automatically excludes you.

Yes it sure does feel good to be on the other side! I can say I am happy with my sleeve and would do it again now! You look great as well! Hopefully everything is going well?

I wasn't finding much support for those of us at goal so we created a facebook group for it Mission Svelte Sleeve: Achieved! if anyone would like to join!!https://www.facebook.com/groups/484106994952518/

Thank you!

Awesome job! I just reached my goal Monday and am not looking forward to the struggle of maintenance! Got any tips?

That is great! Keep it up and you will get there! It isn't a race!! Glad you checked in!

Yesterday I weighed in at my goal weight 123.8 which means I have a normal BMI. YAY! Now on to weighing that dressed!

This is the guide tube that is inserted in to the persons throat down to the stomach to help guide the new stomach size - usually anywhere from a 30-42. If you look around the forums there are examples of size.

It can but supposed to be not as much

It seems like I have heard of someone having it redone - maybe with a Dr from Mexico. Check that forum.

Today I made my goal goal of 123.8 normal BMI. My next goal is 121 which is half of me. I am in no hurry, actually upping my calories a bit. So not sure I will make that during this challenge but this challenge has been a success!!

I finally took the time to write down (in one place) my experience with my leak and abscess. http://whoneedsdrama.blogspot.com/2012/08/my-vsg-complications-story-leak-abscess.html

How are you these days? I am sorry I am just seeing this.

I am here to say I have been down the road of picc lines and feeding tubes. I had an abscess (discovered at 9 weeks out) and leak (discovered at 12 weeks out). I was on a feeding tube for about 2.5 months, in the hospital a total of 1 month (3 stays). Off work for 5 months total. I am incredibly thankful for my Dr and his team who kept my spirits up while we waited for me to heal. I am so sorry you are going through such a nightmare. Another 1%er

don't starve yourself, that isn't healthy. What is your pre-op diet supposed to consist of? I would start it immediately.