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Great advise! Love your 'lessons' in your signature too. Congrats on your success.

I like Revolution Protein bars. Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 bar Servings per Container: 12 Ingredient Amount % Daily Value** Calories 280 Calories from Fat 80 Total Fat 9g 14 Saturated Fat 6g 30 Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 15mg 5 Sodium 240mg 10 Total Carbohydrate 26g 9 Dietary Fiber <1g 3 Sugars 21g Sugar Alcohol 15g Protein 32g 49 Potassium 85mg 2 ** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. † Daily Value not established.

I'm in Austin, much nicer than Houston not so humid. Lived in Houston as a young child (moved to SoCal at 12). I have a 10cc band. It took almost 8 months and several fills for me to get to the green zone, funny I was less than 20 pounds from goal by then. I currently have about 7cc in my band but you will find that the amount for the green zone will very from person to person. You are in bandster hell, it sucks. Just focus on Protein first, 1 to 1 1/2 cups of food per meal, small bites, chewing till mush and eating slow. If you do need a snack make it a protein snack (cheese, greek yogurt, etc). You will see results. Good luck to you.

Oh yes, your body (mind too) has to adjust to every fill. You will need to learn how to eat with each and every fill. Take it easy and follow your doctors orders. As you get more restriction you will need to learn new eating habits. Good luck to you, you are on your way.

Ok gotta say this is a new NSV to me. But hey get yourself some new earrings girlfriend, you have earned them!

My old stomping ground, I grew up in 714, graduated from Dana Hills High School. I moved to Texas in 2005. If you need cyber support I'm here for you.

Terry you will be there soon. Keep working it!

Hey congrats Farmgirl. I'm four weeks post op and to be honest I still have to take pain meds some nights. Please rest and don't try to do too much (do as I say not as I did, lol). Take care & keep us posted on your recovery.

CG you took the words right out of my mouth. My ex-husband was always critical about my physical appearance and left me because he was no longer attracted to me & therefore had 'fallen out of love'...... The best thing he could have done for me! Be with someone who loves you no matter what. You deserve nothing less. Now is the time for you, time to love yourself, time to take care of yourself and if they cannot help you in the process then screw them! You are beautiful and deserve so much better than that. This song is for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAfyFTzZDMM

Welcome Susan and congratulations on the beginning of your new life. This forum is full of wonderful support, great information and a few laughs too! Ask as many questions as you want we are happy to answer them. Good luck to you .

Sorry to hear this, but like others said at least you now know and can learn to manage it.

Thanks CG, you're the best!

Lexus. I am not 100% yet. I have days when my stomach cramps, not to mention the pain from the drain. This is major surgery! Makes the band a walk in the park. Lol.

You can find lots of mentors here. Post often with your concerns, questions, successes, etc. We'll get through them together. Feel free to PM me anytime, i'd be happy to mentor you. (I'm in Austin, Texas).

Congrats, sounds like you are doing great. As for posting pictures, you can post in your gallery or when you post a topic if you click the "More Reply Options" button you have the attach files options. Keep up the good work.

Do me a favor and the next time you are at the grocery store pick up a 25 pound bag of sugar or dog food. I want you to see just how much that is. The loss is awesome!!! I also HATE exercising and work at a desk job. Here are some things that I did to get myself moving at work: 1. I gave the elevator the day off - I work on the 8th floor and walked the stairs every morning & evening. Yes it took some time before I could do all 8 floors. 2. I would go to the bathroom on different floors (more stairs) 3. I set an alarm on my phone that went off every hour reminding me to get up from my desk and take a five or ten minute walk around. I hope all these suggestions help. And don't be down on the 25 pounds, that is such a great loss. I know you can do this!!

No stuck episode for me. Small bites and chewing a lot, good meal!

Isn't it amazing how much we carried around. No wonder we couldn't walk up stairs or play with our kids/grandkids. Congrats on your loss that is wonderful.

Congrats, that is awesome.

I am seeing some familiar faces out there! Makes me happy! Thanks guys!

I agree with Missy. Small bites and go slow. I can eat all foods, some foods require more chewing and smaller bites. Enjoy your pizza.