Meljp

I've got a diamond anniversary ring hubs gave me on our 10th wedding anniversary that needs a diamond replaced. Going to do that and have the prongs and such checked. It is a bit too small. I can get it on, but it's snug. I thought about resizing it, but I know the weight is coming off so I'll wear a snug ring just to see how long it takes to get looser on my finger! BTW we will celebrate our 25th this July 11....wow that's about 1/2 of my life! I've got a good-un too! My best friend and soul mate he is!!!

Whew.....you and your loved ones had to be so scared...Bless you!! Happy all turned out well and now you are home!! Keep us posted please....Blessings~Melanie:)

THANKS!!! I have yet to try Greek Yogurt....top of my shopping list!! Blessings~Melanie:)

I have been eating pureed food since 5 days post op. Stange how different offices have you eating differently...I am doing great! and pureed turkey with a tiny bit of mayo tastes like a prime rib dinner to my tummy! LOL

Did you chew, chew, chew? It should be fine. I don't know how nutritious the lunchmeat is. I am 10 days out and eat 2oz. of rotisserie turkey breast and I am fine!

Very interesting! Thanks for the share. Blessings~Melanie:)

11 days post op for me today and still no BM.... Did take a dose of M of M last night. Getting plenty of water and have been eating pureed for 6 days...I do go for my 2 week post op appointment tomorrow and will see what they suggest if I haven't moved today! Blessings~Melanie:)

Only my husband, daughters and a select few friends know. The reason, I don't want to feel like I am under the microscope! Some people would sit back and say, "My, she looks horrible" or "I don't see her loosing at all" and the like! My life is an open book and I have always been the "tell all" kind of person, but not this time. I tell you it's the hardest thing I have ever done. My biggest surprise was when I told my mother in law. My God she is the greatest cook! and deserts! WOW I started out by saying I need to tell you something and I need your support. I don't have much family and I need you to support me. I explained the surgery. She knows I have battled my weight for the past 10 years. She thought I wouldn't be able to eat anymore! I said, "just in smaller amounts" and believe it or not yesterday she told me to take care of myself. It blew me away because we have had some stormy days in our relationship... and today I get a get well card in the mail from her! Totally blew me away! God is Great!!! Blessings~Melanie:)

I am 9 days out and have felt better than ever the past several days! Maybe I am the minority, but I'll take it!...then again, it may all be different tomorrow... LOL Blessings~Melanie:)

"You CAN Do It"....I was fine before my surgery. I did as well put it in God's Hands...Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers! Blessings~Melanie:)

Keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers!! Blessings~Melanie:)

Oh so yummy looking! Thanks ever so much for sharing! Can't wait until I can add in a sweet ever so often....Blessings~Melanie:)

Today is the "First Day of the Rest of your NEW Life"... Blessings~Melanie:)

Welcome "Fellow Kentuckian"... I agree with the suggestion of staying at the stage you are now if you are having a difficult time getting in especially your protein. Of course water is important as well. You don't want to get dehydrated. I suggest trying different protein products. I spent over $100.00 on Mercola: http://proteinpowder.mercola.com/pure-protein.html It is Organic and I really liked it before surgery and now am having a hard time drinking it. Right now I am drinking the EAS shakes, but they can get so costly. I am eating pureed food, so able to get in some protein eating. Rotisserie Turkey breast today! Best of luck to you and I hope you find something soon that works. The folks here have been so helpful and that is such a Blessing! Melanie:)

It really all depends on your insurance. I was very fortunate as it was exactly one month from seminar to surgery! I am 9 days post op and doing great! Best of Luck in everything along the way! Blessings~Melanie:)

We are sleeve sisters! Same surgery date! I don't know what you mean by you felt bad when you ate. Guilty for what? Did you eat something you shouldn't have?

Wonderful News! Congratulations! Blessings~Melanie:)

Wonderful News! You are an inspiration to so many of us "newbies"....Blessings~Melanie:)

Happy to hear the surgery is over! Get rest and keep us posted....Blessings~Melanie:)

Welcome to the group. I am 54 and here to tell you "It's Never too Late" I am only 7 days post op and I already know it's the best decision I have ever made for myself. You will find this group such a help in any and every area of concern/support you need. Blessings~Melanie:)

Big Lots!!! WOW....I'll have to check ours...thanks for the Amazon info. I want to be addicted too!! Melanie:)

Where are you buying it? thanks, Melanie:)

Your words are as beautiful as you are!! Hold your head high and be proud of what you have accomplished!! You ARE an inspiration! Blessings~Melanie:)

You GO!!!! It's so exciting to see and share the shedding of pounds!! Mel:)

I am with Sleeve of Steel on this subject. Just like diet soda's, low fat and no fat are full of toxic stuff.