Ms skinniness

is that head hunger? Congrats! Speedy recovery too you!

Your family loves you and are afraid of loosing you. Subconsiously they are trying to keep the family in a status quo which is harmful in the long run. You know what you need to do to have a more meaningful life. This body you are trapped in right now is not permanent. I hope you make the right choice for you and not for them. This is a doable thing.

How about an addiction for healthy eating habits, logging your daily intake, etc. I use myfitnesspal.com and I have learned alot about my eating habits. Yayyyyy! This is a great addiction. Love it!

Congrats on cleaning out your pantry! Out with the old, and clearing for great stuff to come in.

Wwoww, this is a full plate to deal with. Sometimes it's wise to take a step back and recognize that there is nothing you can do to get your mom and sister to wake up, and start eating healthier. They are at the same place many of us were at that contributed to our choice of getting a surgery. I know it hurts like hell to see the people you love suffering and you can't do anything about it. Take a step back, take a deep breath, and remind yourself that they are not really to make a change to a new life style. Yes, if they don't have insurance and they can't afford the surgery, then they are probably in some kind of depression. It's like a giant black hole the they can't climb out of. Thanks for sharing this struggle. You are powerless over your mom and sister's poor choices. But you can role model for them more healthy eating and refuse to take over unhealthy food for them. Take care and take alot of deep breaths, and try to relax. Enjoy your new journey. You are example to them.

You will have that day when you can climb those 3 flight of stairs without a huff. Have you had your surgery yet or is it coming up? You are on a journey right now and you can create a picture in your mind that you can and will accomplish! Keep it up and thank you for sharing!

Love understanding bosses! Even if it's yourself. Be gentle with yourself, you deserve it. This will pass soon. Try to increase protein shakes if possible. Please let us know how your feeling.

hated broth before, but loved it after. i really like the broth from El Pollo loco's chicken tortilla soup

Go back to basics. Have an all liquid day and focus on the weight just dropping off like butter. Go to your favorite department store and try on new cloths that will be snug. Cut out all sugars because they contribute to hunger. Incorporate some exercise. You have done this before and you can do it again (hope you don't think I'm being bossy). lol

Congrats! Love the news! I want to be having the same experience soon also. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Congrats! This fantastic news.... Keep up the good work and looking forward to your successes.....

Congrats! Yes this is the hardest thing you will ever do. It is life changing. Best wishes!

congrats! Loosing 14 lbs in 9 days is great! you are on your way, b/c it will keep dropping from here on. Congrats!

Wow, I like this dilemma. What to do if loosing toooooo much weight....... Congrats and have a MERRY Merry Christmas.....

yes, I agree, you will regrow your hair, but it sounds like you don't have any time to enjoy the new you.... Life is worth celebrating and slowing down to take better care of yourself. You are worth it. Love the transformation of your new body. Take time for yourself and be good to yourself. Your children and grandchildren are taking in everything you do,,, so make it about honoring yourself also.

Wowwwwww! You rock girl! Keep up the good work!

Everybody is on a new journey. Yes, I have difficulties with seeing the new me in the mirror. But I will be damned if I am not going to give myself credit for all the hard work I have been through. Learning to eat and trying to figure out if I'm getting enough calories, proteins and water is awfully stressful. My eyes are alot bigger than my stomach is and I'm working on patting myself on my back and moving forward. I like all the positive comments I get about my weight loss which really surprises me. I learned to say thank you very much.....LOL

Keep up the hard work and indulge yourself in something pleasureable......

this is a struggle we are all having. getting adjusted to our sleeve is difficult. I try to just focus on getting in my proteins and satisfying my hungry monster in my stomach. I am trying to take prilosec

Good job.... It is very rewarding when we make accomplishments like these.... Keep up the good work!