☠carolinagirl☠

i have a digital scale that is used daily (esp on weekends when i prepare my weeks' worth lunches for work). i have not used baby spoons but do use to this day, a small plate (the plate that goes with the cup..what is it called, a saucer)? it makes me (since i was a person who focused on volume) feel like i am eating alot even though its only a small amount...i say do what works for you...when hub and i eat out (not often but when we do) i still use a small plate as i ask for one...

could not have said it any better then what karen just wrote. i ditto what she said..

there is nothing wrong with chips/dip and frankly there is nothing right.. chips are high fat/empty calories and salty cheese dip is also high fat/loaded with salty ingredients if you can control yourself and not eat the whole bag, why not but there are better (more filling) choices than chips and dip.. new dawn was right, going out and enjoying company is more than about food..how about a nice martini and a fruit plate??......that is what i did the last time me and hub went out with friends.....they chowed down on onion rings and dip......me, i enjoyed grapes/strawberries....

i have tried numerous protein bars as my hub sees that it is his mission to find them..he found revolution protein bars from walmart that sells some awesome protein bars in a 6 pack box in many flavors...my fave is the chocolate peanut caramel and has 20 grams protein and reminds me of a snickers bar....i always have them in my purse or i my drawer at work for a snack or when i am out/about.....my friend AJ loves them....come to think of it, walmart has all kinds/types of protein bars..may want to go and take a looksee there..hope you find one you like/enjoy

i am a year post op and never been stuck once. i eat slow, take wee bites and as B52 pointed out, its a learning experience...i also do not have fills but when i ever do start to get them, i want to be on the (looser side) but that is just me..

hey alex i am able to log on now at home on my lap top...thank you as i need this support i couldnt last night....and yesterday afternoon at work, i like cat could sign in and only whte page..even had out IT dept try via from another local and got same results..when i gt back to work, i hope i am able to login thanks for helping

if you are losing inches, you are losing weight...the scale will eventually catch up...weight goes up and down all day long via pee/poop/TOM....at least it does for me..great job on the loss and the exercising..you go girl

missyi have been on the forum and have been familiar with you via your posts/blogs/comments and pm's..this posting by you is one i am glad you wrote..it is up to the person and to stop blaming everyone but themselves and like you pointed out, IT can be done no matter what rocks are in one's path... all the best to you your a sweetheart...

I eat fruit all the time (in natural state)....much better than processed snacks/items...just my opinion...seems to work for me.....I see it as nature's candy.

My dr tried to get me to do the bypass because of my high BMI (the sleeve is not covered by my military insurance). But I stuck to my guns...and look at me now....123 pounds lighter in 1 yr..Yeah, the band works if you work the band. Just my opinion. Best of luck in whatever you decide.

I have the ones that dissolve on my tongue, is that what yours is also?

agree with this post all the way

agree with missy comment 100%

congrats on your surgery. rest and sip and sip some more and rest some more..all the best to you.....just keep in mind it does get better every day

I was in the reg bed and slept on my stomach (my normal position). I believe I had so much stomach fat that I couldn't feel my port area and it wasn't not uncomfy in the slightest..

hey there...I was swollen for about a month and a wee bit tender in the port region....and because the insides are still swollen for surgery, it is most likely why you are not as hungry...have no fear, that will return..so keep doing what you are doing. congrats on your surgery and have a great day.

some dr's are ok with it and some aren't....and since I have been on this forum for a year now, I see people who drink soda and those who don't...I still think it is best for someone to do whatever their dr recommends for them. I haven't had a soda in 12+ months....don't miss it...thank heavens for peach ice tea/crystal light

sometimes good things happen to those who wait... that is a positive way to view the (wait)...hope the visit went well

bring chapstick and a positive attitude

i guess, similar to bayou girl......my ole man would say, so whats changed

jeannie it is so easy to see why you have best selling books and well read blogs as you write so well/easy and def reach the person reading it...as always, another outstanding post.

what is peri menopause anyhow?

gosh my fellow biker chick, you look AMAZING.

christmas cookies......those ones shaped liked xmas trees with the red and or green sprinkles....yum

havent had soup or broth since coming off post op.... and i use to love love soup.......