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...because this is NOT an easy process, and old habits die hard. While I haven't really had any food cravings, or food catastrophies, I know all it would take is one bag of original Lays to send me spiraling downward. Good for you on changing that order to a salad.

I tore my meniscus while kickboxing, and knew that I would never have knee surgery while carrying 284lbs on my 5'4" body. Oh, I have a great wardrobe, and take pride in looking put-together. But all those great (size 22/24!) clothes were masking ALOT of fat! I was wearing a beautiful new dress on my birthday in Feb., and thought I looked pretty good. That was until I saw pictures. "Was I REALLY that large?" I still shudder when thinking about that photo. Also, it got stressful making sure I always had a sweater or jacket to match EVERY outfit. Why??? Cause my arms are so gross, I never show them in public! Sigh... Aching feet, sore knees, fat ass...time for a change. I saw an ad for WLS, and knew that at age 52, it was now, or never. I was sleeved July 3, 2012, and ready/anxious for a new, healthy me.

AMAZING!!!

I can relate. Although, I have to say, I do fit into a pair of jeans that were T*I*G*H*T before surgery, and I can actually close them now! So, I guess I am happy with inches lost. Also, I can actually feel a collar bone emerging...HIP, HIP, HOORAY!

I am 4 weeks out, and still stuck on a dismal 12lb weight loss! I will admit to being sooo jealous of those who post about losing 90 lbs in a few months! I haven't cheated, nor have I had any real food cravings. I have realized that I am not getting in enough calories (go figure!?) and I need more protein. I began a fitness program today, and committed to drinking more shakes, and eating properly. I am hoping these intense workouts will help in the weight loss. In short, I do know everything the original poster said is true and I just need to be patient...never one of my better qualities...

Nice!

Hello: I'm not much of a meat eater,either. Do you like Turkey? Turkey has almost double the amount of protein as chicken! I get Boars head (plain) NATURAL sliced turkey from the deli. I will have a few slices with some cheese for lunch,and perhaps a slice or two for a snack or light meal. Do you like meatballs? Meatloaf? You don't have to choke down a steak! Also, I eat almonds for a snack. Also, Sunflower seeds area a great source of protein. Good luck!

So long! (me, waving goodbye to my big ass!)

I sometimes use a cocktail fork

I thought I would be eating eggs everyday....HA! I can barely get down one whole egg (scrambled) with cheese. This sucks, as I do NOT eat cottage cheese, yogurt, sour cream or anything else of that texture. So breakfast is usually a protein shake,or watermelon.

LMAO!!!

AAARRRRRRGH@ my stupid stall!!!

I am proud to say I have great friends, and a full social life,so I don't have anyone I want to rub my weight loss in their face. Well...maybe a few in-laws. Enough said.

First of all, congratulations! We share the same stats...exactly...except I am 52! I hope i am equally successful.

YEAH FOR YOU!

...I know. Had a good childhood and have a good marriage, fabulous daughters. I wasn't an obese child, but always a few burgers away from fat. I had a decent body in college...then everything went to hell! I am, I realize, an emotional eater. I was sleeved July 3, and ready for a new, slimmer life.

Simply amazing...congrats!

WOW!

I am hoping to lose about 130 lbs...seems daunting...

I am 2 weeks post-op and finding foods that were compatible with my stomach, is tough...except melon. I asked my surgeon if it was ok, and he said yes...as long as I am getting in Protein. Good luck.

We were sleeved on the same day! Alas, I have only lost half your amount....good for you! While I have not had any pains, used any pain meds, or had any complications...the weight loss is going slower than I thought. Looking foward to getting back in the gym.

75lbs in 4 months?! FABULOUS!!! I hope to have similar results. At the moment, things aren't looking too good, though. My problem is not eating enough...go figure! ok, so I am only 2 weeks out and have lost 13lbs since surgery. I guess I was hoping the weight would magically disappear! No, patience is NOT one of my better qualities! I MUST do a better job of eating required proteins and calories. I know you have toe "eat to lose", but its not that easy right now. I hit the treadmill daily, and look foward to rigorous workouts at the gym next month. In the meantime, I will live vicariously through the success of others on the board, and anticipate sharing my own 75lb loss! Again, congratulations!