destynee1

Congrats that is amazing!

I started of feeling that way, I didn't want to tell anyone other than my bf. I became to excited and anxious and all these emotions as the time became closer I ended up telling almost everyone.! lol.. Just as Floridays mentioned, It's inspirational. I received only positive encouragement, other's saying I was brave to do it that they have always wanted to. Family friends alike. I might have been lucky.. but it's turned into a good thing letting it be known, especially for myself. I have always hid my weight and anything to do with being fat... hush hush.. now that I did this and everyone knows I feel free.. I feel good.. no limits! but of course.. to each it's own and whatever you feel comfortable with

Omg.. Thanks Missy so much for this!! I bought it on amazon for 10 bucks! I wanted the hard cover vs the kindle version because it gives charts? I didn't want to limit it to the kindle. lol. I am so excited to see this. I am new to the way all this diet and losing weight works. I try to stay around 1000 a day, sometimes less. Been stuck for a week now with no results and gained a pound >< .. not sure why but Only been out of surgery almost 3 weeks.

Corona.. Thanks so much for all the great info you find and share!! who are you following with the carb cycling because I am stuck and I think that is why! I want to try this I got banded oct 22nd. lost 28lbs altogether with pre and post op. I have been stuck who a whole week now, ever since I started mushies. Well, I kinda skipped mushies, was on it for like a day... and went to soft foods. I had my post op 1st appt on weds and she said that was fine and to keep doing what I'm doing. I have my first fill in my no filled band on Nov 28th! can't wait because I am hungry every couple hours also! I started to walk a few days ago.. about a mile a day. a little more, and I start dance central and zumba today! lol. Corona I am totally adding you.. you are a info machine! lol. <3

Thanks Maddy!! I've been wondering the site for that .. I could not think of the name!! lol yay!

Yes, that is the best website ever Mis!! Thanks for sharing before on some other thread.. I am making a pizza today lol.

that really made me laugh out loud! lol With some pounds off I instantly start feeling more sexy. My bf and I have been doing different things and he Loves that! So that makes me happy of course! I really can't wait for more to come off and see where this leads but so far so good. and Yes men really just want us to be comfortable with them, it seems when you aren't it is a turn off.

I just had mine done on the 22nd of last month. It is the best thing I have ever done. It is definitely a challenge.. and I don't have a fill in my band yet, I know once I do, it will get a bit easier. The people here really helped with my decision to get this one and the many successful stories, knowinig once day I will be one of those people. There is no room for failure when happiness is in your sight! Grasp it girl!

That's unfortunately very true. What bugs me is the ignorant people who think if you are a democrat or vote for obama you are this lazy person who wants gov. assistance. To the contrary. I know I have worked since I was 15 and going to school. I believe it should be out there for those who need it. I have known people on it who actually need the help, while getting on their feet to have a better life, and I'll tell you, the government does everything in their power to get these people working. You cannot be on assistance for more than a few years, and they only provide i think for 1 child maybe 2? but after that.. they don't. Sadly, there are those who don't want to work, and just leech.. that is the pity but there will always be those type of people. it's funny how they blame Obama for the unemployment rate yet he stepped in when it was on the brink of a depression/recession. I am actually an independent, last election I voted for mccain hehe. Republicans have become radical to me. It's all or nothing. I myself like the middle ground. I like when everyone is doing well.. it's a much happier place.

Yes my boyfriend told me.. just please don't lose that butt!!! lol

I just joined it to yesterday!! omg.. it really helps and keeps me motivated! destynee13 look me up! I have no friends yet lol

So Sooo happy everything went well oladad! We all are behind ya 100%!!! ya need anything.. ask! we are all here to help and motivate and vent!! **hugs**!! after you begin to feel normal.. you will begin to feel GREAT! ~Kayna

Love this post and I am with you on this one. I had my first post op appt today and the Dr. said everything looks great and is going great! I have lost 28lbs pre and post op but have not lost anything in about 5 days. I know this happens and I am not to worried about that right now. I have been walking a mile a day for the past few days, and I eat green beans, chicken breast and mushrooms sautee'd in 1ts of light butter and that is about it. I have been having a hard time keeping up with my protein intake, i get around 40g a day and water. My job sucks so it is hard to grab something when I need it and am hungry. I have no fill with my surgery, and I get my first fill Nov 28! I can't wait. Now to all you successful beauties out there.. what did you all eat meal wise? Give some examples Pleaaasee! like what you all have for breakfast,m lunch and dinner. I need to find a nut, are they expensive? Thanks so much all in advance and always helping .. you all are so appreciated.

oops Thought i accidently deleted this. so double post! lol

How is everyone doing?!? Today was my 1st post op appt. ! They said everything looked great and I've done great! that made me happy. From pre op I am down 28lbs woo woo.. but have not lost anything in 5 days grrrr.. i know it happens. I started to eat food and it feels great.. other than not losing anything. I started to walk about a mile a day and will not since I am cleared start some cardio tomorrow. any pointers for good work outs? and daily meals that are working?

that is true.. make it seem like you get rashes .. that is unhealthy. A friend who had the lap band had a tummy tuck, thighs, and brast lift.. the insurance paid it all. As for questions, that part I shall leave to the ones who have been there done that.

Back on track is great!! good luck!

awesome!! when did you get banded?

thats awesome!! grats on much lost and going great!!

Good luck on your surgery tomorrow!! So sorry you had to go through that all day. I know what it's like.. and people can be such douches. You stay confident and take it as a grain of salt because you will be and do amazing!!

Ladies.. what is your user names on mfp? I just joined yesterday!! need some friends! lol

Happy everything went well for you!! Ya.. I know.. I was expecting a lot worse.. and was pleasantly surprised! I kept knocking on wood everytime I would say that. lol

Wooooo Hoooooooooo!!! That is such an accomplishment and in such a short time!!! Congrats!! So happy for you!

Omg.. I rarely let my bf do that to me because of all the same reason's as you all. I am so uncomfortable and all I am thinking about is, omg.. is he going to get grossed out? I feel so fat.. and I can never fully enjoy it. I know after the weight is gone, shackles will be free! lol. But for now, I am with ya on that. He also tells me that men don't care about that thing and women are really the one's who care far more. Even though I know he doesn't care.. I care and it bother's me so... sigh! It will get better though!!

Wow.. thats great Jlyn!! WHat are you doing and eating?!?! Details please! lol