Julie norton

"Let's have another party". Like the sound of it , but don't know the tune. Fun thread.... Except the ranting parts which we are all entitled to and which I tend to scroll through if they are not concise and specific.

Ya... Beans and rice, nuts, soybeans edamame or tofu,quinoa, protein bars and drinks? Health food stores have lots of alternatives too Seek and ye shall find!!

I can only make myself go if I am meeting a friend. We enjoy signing up for personal classes too. Cheaper for both of us ... Shouldn't be ... But paying in advance makes me go....I do more when someone is instructing me at a fast pace. Otherwise, I can meet a friend for a walk, but often those are more chat while we stroll affairs. Find something that makes you not hate it and schedule time each week.... That is my take on getting consistent exercise... Keep trying!!

For me, a lot of the battle takes place at the grocery store. I do try to shop when I'm not hungry.... And mostly do the perimeter....mostly in the morning if I have time. (I know) I just can't say no to certain foods as the day wears on... The tired me sometimes wins if I stock up on certain trigger foods. Then I'm sad the next day and try again. It is a different mindset....

Thank you and I am blushing. Oh. Could be the cocktail and sun????????

Ok. Not too many pics of me except before and after. Here goes a Hawaiian photo Aloha and fun!!

Losing a large amount of your body weight is totally do-able.... The most FANTASTIC part to me is keeping the weight off!!! Never has it been so relaxed. Many of you know I was banded in 2006, and this year is my 10 year anniversary!!! Would not change a thing about my weight loss post life. (Obviously, losing my wonderful husband suddenly in 2014 was the most painful) But food was NOT the answer.... To any of my problems.... So blessed to be here...

Glad to hear good news! Things are going well on my Hawaiian vacation. I know... Piña colada has coconut and pineapple... So it's a fruit. Right? Lots of protein bars and ready to go protein drinks... Cannot get them to blend well as hard as I try!!! I'll just enjoy my slice of paradise for a few more days before the real world comes back.... Eating well 90% of the time. That is Good enough for today! Aloha!!????????

These posters have such great advice! Sounds like you are being successful, but I hear some of us veterans issuing a warning about long term eating plans . Many of us eat protein rich food religiously and find a sort of rhythm in keeping our weight and meals in check. I think the last meals had lousy choices and you coped ..... But down the road .... Be aware that it is more difficult to continue great choices unless you have a different mindset.... For me anyway.... Everyone is different in finding their way.... You have done so well!!! Best wishes on continued success????

It's true! Dogs have "frito" feet. I have done work in animal rescue before and breed recovery. Everyone talks about it on the doggie forums. I challenge anyone to smell their dog's feet. I'm not lying! Well, um, make sure they haven't stepped in anything gross before you do. my dogs had Frito feet too and I adored them!Did not know it was discussed on forums.... Funny????

One formula for protein intake has a gram of protein needed for every inch of height. ie. I am 5'7" ... That would equal 67 grams of protein daily. I do try for more, but that is my low goal... It is the water intake that vexes me!

Well... My two cents is the paradigm is shifting on just gawking and laughing merely due to Someone's size. The other day someone posted a very large man at Starbucks. With ill fitting clothes... On his computer .. I realized there was nothing funny about him typing. My small shift in my head was typing " no fat shaming" and going on to the next email. Hope this catches on in its own way????

@vsganne2014 I am so sorry to hear of your latest life stumbling block . I am hoping you have the strength and the doctors have the tools to conquer this demon . We are here to listen anytime. Please try to not feel alone . Hope you have a lot of information and a good support system????❤️????

It has surely opened my eyes to pictures that were posted elsewhere with no other redeeming value, except to show someone's huge girth over their pants... That is plain fat shaming, and I won't comment or pass it along! Slowly, some attitudes are changing????

new Protein option Like these pouches for traveling. They are approved for airline flights Just shake very well. And use cold liquid. Not a bad option???? Purchased at target in a dry container... FYI. Mix very well!!! Edited to say the powder/ chalky mix never fully turned to liquid... Little rough with the chunks of powder... But thankful to be using them on vacation ????????????

I'm happy and healthy at the same weight over 8 years now. The bmi charts would have me lower, but I am perfectly happy in a size 12... Sometimes a 10 if it has been a good month. I'm very compliant with my band... Protein... Exercise... Water, my hardest practice... So thankful to have a very " normal " life

Stunned I fit into an old pair of size 10 "hippie" jeans. Woo hoo. Bring on the peasant blouse????

There was a fairly recent posting that Tom had passed away. I don t know for a fact that is true. Perhaps if anyone has recieved email from him or know of him,they could enlighten us.

I also started with a low bmi... It may be slower , but in the long run steadier! Have faith in the process and do what your body and the program dictate. One difference I hope you will see is in the long run, those pounds do not return. A giant change from life before WLS!! I am holding steady at 25 bmi for almost 9 years. A true life changing experience .... No more head trips about diets and size and body image. I will share that I am compliant on protein and exercise and try hard on water.... Daily. It helps in my opinion to have a mindset that you want to change your life.... And will work on yourself very often... And do what your program asks of you... Otherwise you may face another hurdle.... My fragile ego pre WLS couldn't take a failure like before.. Best of luck with a different lifestyle!!

I'm sorry for your experience. The last facts I reviewed show that 40% of lap band patients have the device removed . This board seems to not back up that statistic ... And yes, they are still being placed. ( one interesting note was older people have higher success rates) Many people are successful and COMPLIANT ... They may have gone on. Or not contribute here. There is a group of us that still adore our life Changing lapband. I wouldn't change it for anything. A very personal choice. Do your Research and make an informed decision. Best to us all for conquering the demons that conspire to make us overweight!!????

A well stocked kitchen with WLS friendly foods, my trainer, and extra protein bars and drinks everywhere I might be. Edited to add this site.... Lots of great info and people here????

I really enjoy vintage automobiles. Mainly in summer when we have lots of car shows. They are just plain fun to drive around... Older folks love to chat about the era of the cars original date. This one is my favorite of all time! Also April thru September finds me at AT&T park. Go Giants ⚾️⚾️

Sorry to hear of tomander's passing He was regular poster. Thank you for telling us.

Good thread I'll suggest that imho the battle is done at the store.... Grocery shopping is a land mine. It is where I try so hard to not falter. If it makes it home, it will get eaten . I try to look at ingredients:fat, calories and protein. And I always try. Yes ...sometimes more successfully than others. Habits can change... It just isn't easy.

Wow. Each week you are having great nsv!!! Size 8 is fabulous. You must be so proud of all your work and deservedly so!! Congrats