Kitt3000

Words to live by....

Bicycle clothing might also work for hiking, the shirts are wicking, some are SPF, some have water pouches across the back, and even men's might work with sizing. Fishing shirts,pants that zip off into shorts.... Gander Mountain , cabellas, bass pro shops, check out their clearance sections for best prices.

Same advice.. I wasted money on clothes I wore once! Once the weight started coming off, I breezed past sizes all together. From an 18 to a 2. Yoga pants and stretch everything was a help, once I hit the small sizes, the fit really mattered when it came to warmth. You can get by with less than you think. With the price of new jeans at 100.00++, I bought them at consignment stores and did not feel a bit guilty cutting the hems off. Even if I only got a couple of weeks out of them - I did not get angry at myself for paying too much. There is a chain of stores here called Plato's closet , small sizes, cheap prices, love it!

The short answer is yes. I have become a little lazy lately so maybe I am taking a breather... But promise to get back on the horse again soon!!

I had such a laugh over this! Thanks for posting! Enjoy being the new girlfriend! Hello fantasy land! Haha!

Thank you bandista! That is well said and sooo true. It's time to love our bodies instead of considering them to be the enemy.

Enjoythetime- like that post twice! Wasted years!

Are you offering an e-book? I have to admit, I enjoy reading on my iPad or iPhone, I love reading, but dislike all the space they take up until I re home them!

Gladly! :-)

Thanks for posting that link 2muchfun, good read!

Nothing wrong if you are doing what your doctor has told you. It's down, it stops, it's up and all over again. Try reminding yourself this is your new normal. Regardless if you loose today or not, you will get to your goal, some quicker than others, because we each are unique. What works for one, not for the other. Have faith stick to your plan, strive to improve a little each day, be happy, relax! Hugs!

This morning, as I was crawling on the floor, playing monster trucks with a two year old, I found myself feeling so grateful ! In 14 months post surgery, how my life has changed! The chronic back pain is now occasional, I can RUN without getting out of breath, I am a size 2-4 instead of 18, my energy level is through the roof! Could not be happier! Thanks to the lap band, I truely have a new lease on life! Wishing you all success however you define it!

Mmmmmm, for me, a therapist is not a role model. I think it's important to seek qualified professionals. Continuity also has it's benefits. Your doctor and staff are going to guide you to a degree, topics on this forum could spark a discussion with your therapist. As with most things in life, I tend to get results to the degree I am committed and be willing to do the work. Having a special needs child, each therapist that comes into her life, always wants to go back to the basics, and usually, by the time they work through the basics (time,money), they have advanced in their careers, and move on to a new job, location, etc... And here we go again...back to basics. I wish you good luck and success with your weight loss, I applaud you for doing the work with a therapist !

My sincere thank you for creating and maintaining this site. Like many others, I have frequently been inspired, informed, entertained, by the post of the many members here. Thankful to have the opportunity offered. Congratulations, many years of continued success!

Maybe it's like going to a marriage/ family therapist who is not married or have children, but guess what? They have years of school, sat for state boards and more years of on the job experience . I agree with go walking on this one, so important to maintain that relationship of trust, as well as not starting from scratch with a new therapist ..you know, family of origin etc.. Sounds like more of an investment in time and money to switch. Since you can tell her anything, let her know your concern.

Awww! So awesome! I know you were walking on sunshine all day! The band is a wonderful thing when we work it!! Sooo happy for you!

I know it's not always practical, but if you can take a snap lock container and put half in right away- saying you are saving some for later, or let your friends know you are not very hungry and just having a cup of soup or dinner salad, spend most of your time cutting the salad smaller, and participate in the çonversation, most everyone will forget once they begin eating. Soon, you will become more comfortable with it yourself, and with practice, you will handle it smoothly. We all feel or felt the same. Feeling empathy!

It's like an out of body experience! I keep thinking clothing manufacturers are playing a trick, they must be making the small sizes bigger! But nope, it's all you baby!!

Wow!

Holy crow! You have had an amazing transformation! Way to go! Looking good!

The padded shorts cracked me up, I was just saying I think I've lost fat pads on my feet, cause they need padded socks!! Lol

Congratulations on the new one coming into your life soon! Grandbabies can be very motivating! Good luck!

Wow. You are on your way! Impressed.

I do have another friend who is sad due to the loss of friends that she is now thinner than they are. She is the same warm caring person, but because some of their activities and social events surrounded food and drink, they no longer include her. Sharpie, I know you are right, I think it helps us greatly that we have equine friends and horses, we tend to be an independent lot to begin with, but I know my friend is hurting, and it makes me sad and a little angry how superficial people can and always will be.