Domika03

Wow, that's great news! Congratulations.

LOVED your ending comment... too funny!

OMG, you cracked me up because I was wondering where you were going with this?

Send pics... LOL...

Where there is a Will... there is a way!!!

I just did quite a bit of searching on MFP for several food options. First of all, I need to remember that I'll never be able to eat a full serving offered by either of these restaurants. My guess is that I might be able to eat 1/4 of the meal, perhaps slightly more.

I printed & emailed myself a bunch of food options I might consider so I can make a better educated choice. I found a "skinny" menu option for Maggiano's, which makes me giggle a little bit. The Cheesecake Factory, on the other hand, will present a bit more of a challenge. However, I decided that if I split that yummy cheesecake into 3 servings, I can satisfy my craving & not over do it.

I expect during the 5 days of my business meeting that I will run into a few challenges. After doing a little homework, I feel better about myself.

I have choices & I plan on making the best possible ones with the options I'm given!

Bring it on.

I agree with Floridays in that most people aren't malicious. I think they just blurt things out without thinking things through. No, it doesn't make it right, or any easier for you & your wife.

I appreciate the reminder about being sensitive to some personal questions that, quite frankly, aren't anyone's business.

Wishing you the best!

Fran

Happy New Year, and good for you for making such great resolutions. This is about you & your goals, not anyone else's.

I think you're going to be just fine. Good luck!

Mine is a few inches to the left from my incision. If I push down a little I can usually find it. I also named my port. Her name is LULU... LOL

Wow, your timing is impeccable. I've been at the same weight for 2 1/2 weeks. This is unfamiliar territory for me, and has become a bit of a frustration.

After reading your post, I'm certainly hitting most things on your checklist: poor sleep, major stress, poor bowel movements, and not enough protein.

I'm certainly not ready to throw in the towel, but I appreciate reading what you wrote to keep me in line & focused.

Thanks for sharing!!!

This is great, but you should also keep track of your food diary on myfitnessplan.com. If you're not already using it, you'll love it. It tracks your caloric, protein, fiber & carb intake.

Good luck!

I didn't really have any pain. I only took a pain pill the following morning because I had one heckuva a headache. Everything else was just achy, like a mild stomach ache.

Thankfully, I didn't have any weight gain. Maybe you read about that because people were constipated, something happens often when you're banded. Well, often for me anyway.

Remember to walk, walk, walk, use the heating pad, have gas ex on hand & sip your drinks.

You'be fine!

OK, I'm not up to date. What is this, how much does it run & where can I find it?

Appreciate the info., thanks everyone!!!

I know this is a difficult time for me, but I shouldn't use it as an excuse to eat poorly. It's truly just not worth it.

I need to keep positive thoughts in my mind, stay focused & turn to my fellow bandsters for support when I feel I need it. I appreciate everyone's comments, regardless what they may be.

Thank you.

Good for you.

Love the pj's. Where'd you get them?

I am going thru the same thing. For my dad it is just a matter of time. It is so hard to watch your big strong daddy sit in a wheelchair barely able to breath. its heart breaking. I feel ya girl, I dont know if it is possible to just "acceptd" it. I dont think I ever will.

So sorry you're also dealing with this. It's definitely not easy & I think it takes a bigger toll on us than what we even realize. I know it seems to be that way for me anyway. Totally affecting my sleep.

Stay strong for your dad & just continue to support & love him as best as you can. God bless

Great news on the baby!

Measure or weigh your food, and make sure you keep track of your weight. You can do it!!

Awesome story!!!

CLAPPING LOUDLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ya know what? I really like the music idea. This might sound crazy, but now that I think about it, I've always found music by Pink Floyd to be very soothing & relaxing. I'm going to have to do this..

Thanks! :-)

As I'm sitting here, I'm finding that I'm burping, and I'm NOT eating. I do belch like a sailor often at night, and am unsure why. I'd like to say that it's normal, but I'm not really sure about that.

My husband is finally starting to get used to me. I try to cover up when possible, but other times, it's flat out entertaining... LOL

Good for you! Mind over matter!

Personally, I enjoy egg nog. I will have a little shot glass size of Southern Comfort Vanilla Spice eggnog (no alcohol in it) every once in a while at night. I'm not completely giving it up & a shot satisfies me.

I've read that many people hear lots of noises coming from their tummies at one point or another.

I do get the burping & then hic-cuping, but I'm pretty sure that's because I eat too fast and/or don't chew my food enough. Try taking smaller bites, the size of your pinky nail (as long as it's not massive, of course), and chew, chew, chew. Can't tell you enough how many times our lap-band friends have had to remind me of this. I'm a tough learner, I guess

I don't know how much you eat, but I believe we shoud not eat more than 1/2 - 1 cup of food at a time. Right now, I'm averaging 1/2 cup per meal.

Good luck!

I totally feel ya! I was banded Nov 24, 2010 I started at 252 July of this year I was down to 190. My band slipped and my Dr. removed all fluid. A month later he said things looked good and gave me a fill. He uses the machine to determine how much restriction I have. He says I have enough but I am up to 207 as of today.. I feel ashame and a failure. I got on here looking for motivation and support. I get so discouraged thinking I am the only one who has had these temporary set backs. I have read so many post and am beginning to see I can regroup and get back on track and I would love to chat with you. I want it to motivate you!!!!! I have faith that you will regroup as well!!! we both will over come this temporary set back. The key is we didn't get to far off track. Good luck to you. Would love to hear from ya, I don't get on this site often but If you are interested I would love to email chat with ya. I could use support. If your not interested its cool and I understand. deitzberneice@yahoo.com

Keep your head up, and good luck

I think everyone kinda gets lost at one point or another. I mean, that's how we got here in the first place. The band is a lifestyle change, and we need to make a conscious effort to help use our tool the right way every day.

I hear that unfills can easily lead us back to our old ways where we eat more, because we're just hungrier. Keep exercising & just watch what you eat.

Hang in there. We're all here to support each other throughout this incredible journey!!

Very thoughtful!

Good luck on your journey!

We are family...

I got all my sisters with me...

We are family..

Get up everybody and sing!!!

Oh yea, great post too :-)

Congratulations! We look forward to hearing from you during this journey!

This will be my first Thanksgiving. Currently, I would not even be able to finish what you ate above. But, I think it's because I might be a little too tight. Aything I eat or drink, gets very uncomfortable very quickly. I cant even drink as much as I should. I feel it right in my chest too. Have a Dr apt tomorrow afternoon, so we'll see.

Anyway, I look forward to this Thanskgiving, to be with my entire family, and hopefully... just hopefully, someone will notice that I've lost about 36 pds.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!!

LOVE your link!

Thanks!