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luvinke

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    Calorie counting and food intake log

    Hey Sarah, You just need to determine what meal is breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are 2 sites that I know of that are online and free and you can access them 24/7. They are fit day and sparkpeople (I use the spark site). This has helped me to stay accountable for my calorie intake. You will do fine. You can use the system on your breaks if you don't have access to the computer during your shift. Best of Luck!
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to lose some weight.
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to.
  4. Congratulations! I'm happy for you! Keep the NSV's coming as I love to read them.
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because the scale is moving and I feel GREAT!
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    What if Isurance does not approve

    I hope that your insurance approves you the first time, if not the Doctor's that I researched here on line help you go through the appeals process, which I think you should consider if they deny you the first time. If not keep checking on this site, as there are many adds to the right of the page where you can get certain Doctor's or banks to finance it. I have to tell you that if my insurance didn't pay I would have used my tax money, plus my savings, a loan, credit card whatever it took to have my surgery. I love my band and I like looking in the mirror because I'm pleased at what is looking back at me. I have lost 38 pounds in almost a year, but I've lost so much more in inches that people have a tendency to think that I lost about 50 or a little more. I feel great! Pray on it and do whatever it takes to get your surgery. That part time job for 4 months until the insurance gives you their answer like Livingthe Dream said doesn't sound like such a bad idea. Best of luck to you and I'm sure everything will work out. Oh yeah the document document document response sounds great too.
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    Can you buy a wallet/purse card?

    I hope you got your card. I got mine from my WLS Doctor's office. I took it to Kinko's and had them laminate it for about $1.00. I carry it with me everywhere I go just like my driver's license. I do want to let you all know that here in Virginia I have not been able to get Golden Corral to except my card they said they no longer except them which kind of pissed me off as a WLS bill board was across the street from their location. So my husband has refused to partonize the business anymore and therefore we just don't even bother to go there. I do know that Friendly's, Shoney's, Applebee's, O'Charley's, Red Lobster, Sino American (which is a Chinese American Buffet) do except our cards. If you know of anymore restaurants please share.
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    Countdown to Onederland!

    Congrats to all you new onederland Inspirations. I am on my way. I can't wait to get there. I have about 11 more pounds to lose and I hope in the next few weeks I can say I'm a onederland Inspiration. I'm so proud of you all and just by reading your stories I know that one day I too will be there shouting. Keep up the good work. You all keep me motivated. Thanks! This is for you:thumbup:
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    My first NSV

    Congrats on the NSV's. I wish I had some clothes that were to small in my closet but I haven't been small in years, so I guess that's why I don't have any. I've got an NSV to share. My Mom and I went shopping on Saturday normally we are both in the Plus size department, well on Saturday we went to a different Kohls and Macy's than we normally shop in and both times we entered through the Junior Department by accident, so my Mom started saying "you should look at all those nice sundresses over there" which I did and found quite a few items that fit but when I looked around for my Mom's approval on my selection she was gone-she was over in the plus size department. For the first time in about 8 years we actually had to shop in different departments. She was as happy for me as I was for myself. This truly marked a change in my life. :sad:
  10. Hello everyone! I've made some progress, so I thought I would share. Keep up the Good Work Everyone! atallen06...........231........215.......0......16 Bea1129.............231........200......5.5.....25.5 BigBandFan..........296........270.......0......26 Epm316..............230........200.......5......30 erikadawn...........217........190.......0......27 faithmd.............302.1......300.......7.3....2.1(by6/21) Hastings............248........228.......5......20 KarenG..............170........160.......4......10 kathystrick.........318........288.......0......30 kellygirl0520.......236........220.......0......16 legster.............188........180.......9......8 Lenore1890..........263.4......247.......4.3....15.7 Leslie2Lose.........233........208.......1......24 LessNLess...........149........140.......2.......9 Lilmissband-aid.....240........225.......7.5....15 Luu2008.............215........185.......0......30 luvinke.............217........190.......6......21 Marissa's Mom.......388........358.......0......30 MollyMolly..........195........188.......9.......7 nancy52.............197........170.......0......27 Nettie..............193........170.......0......23 Newhope4me..........173.8......160.....3.2......13.8 njudono............ 298........277...... 5......21 NukeChik............233........222.......9......11 nurse7263...........244........150.......0......24 renewedhope.........192........170.......5......22 Sades...............195.5......185.......1.5....10.5 Sunshine2...........179........160.......4......15 (by6/29) Suzzzie. ...........273........260.......0......13 Tess415.............327........299.......5......30 TexasFire67.........170........145.......0......25 Wombat712...........132.2......120.......3.6....12.2 Jennypoo............177........170.......2.......7
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    Hernia surgery & Lap band at the same time

    I had a hiatal hernia repair with my band and I didn't know it until after the fact. I didn't experience any pain from it. I could have easily went back to work after about 5 days but I took a little more time off because I was sick of my job and wanted the break so I used my surgery as an excuse. I felt great afterwords. I have no regrets about any of the process. I love my band and I love the new me even more (I didn't think it was possible to love myself anymore than I did but I guess anything is possible). Best of luck to you all! Everything will be okay.:sad:
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    Memorial Day WeightLoss Challenge

    I'm a little late posting, but I've been away. I didn't make my goal but I did lose something. Congrats to everyone! Name............Current............Goal..............Lost........Still to Loose... Jennifer..........188................183................7............. -13............ KarenG...........168.5.............169................6.5........-Luvinke...........213................205...............2.............. .6............. Tracy.............271................265................0............. .6.......... Suzie..............221................210...............0............. ..6............ Shampoo ........162................155................0..............7....... ...... Mary...............177................170................7............ ..0............ JoAnne............155................155................9............. .0............. Syndy.............240.................230...............0............. 10.........
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    Fit Flops Anyone?

    Glad to hear everybody talking about FitFlops. I watched them for months and convinced my Husband to get them for me for Mother's Day (he didn't like the price but I just had to have them) I love them. They make my feet feel good. I walk in them daily for about 2 1/2 miles and I feel great. I put them on everyday. I even use them when I am on my elliptical machine doing my exercise. I love flip flops anyway so they were a bonus. He paid the $50.00 for me the black ones with the little red stripe from Bath and Body Works. I am trying to catch them on sale so that I can get a white pair. I've got my fingers crossed. I almost forgot to mention that I wear them when I jog too. I hope you all enjoy them! I have to give them :sad:
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    Congrats smwww and XX BeGone! I'm staying on plan today because I too did a little shopping over the holiday weekend and enjoyed shopping in the Juniors Department. This feels GREAT!
  15. I'm sorry to hear about your complications. I am however thankful that you survived. I wish you the best and remember to always take care of you. Stay committed to your new lifestyle with or without the band you suffered to much to let the head hunger get the best of you. Keep your head up. Stay strong! Good Luck!
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I feel better when I do.
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to.
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to get to onederland in the next couple of weeks.
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    Wii Fit

    I saw the advertisement on tv. I don't have a Wii yet because they are so hard to get but I plan on purchasing it and the Wii Fit. I would use it on those bad weather days as I go outside and workout as often as weather permits. On the rainy day I use the on demand segment on my tv and just workout to the exercise channel they have there (it's free with my cable service). For those of you that have it let us know how it works once you give it a run.
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to say bye bye to all my size 16's and hello to all my new size 14's.
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    Richmond, VA June Surgery Date

    Welcome Jennifer, You are well on your way to a new you. Just keep in mind that exercise is important. Start slow at first if that works for you but be sure to move around. I started exercising about a month in a half ago and now the scale is moving, I'm feeling good and I've got a lot more energy. It took me a while to find out that if I get off the sofa, and walk or jog that I can lose weight (it takes some longer than others). I've been a slow loser but now that is changing. You will do fine. Keep me posted. Best of Luck!
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    Just getting started in Richmond

    Hello All, I'm glad to hear everyone is doing well. Congrats on the band anniversary. I'm doing good, finally getting the hang of the band and I now have the best restriction since being banded. My bandiversary is June 21st and I know I will not be at goal but I'm still happy as my clothes are getting loser every week. I need to get on the scale (I forgot to this morning) but I am confident it will be moving in the right direction so I'm not to worried. I am happy to say I feel great, I've got increased energy and a new love for exercise.
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    Very Tasty Fruit Dip

    Thanks for sharing, I will be trying this sometime this week!
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    Second fill....still on liquids

    It sounds to me like you need an unfill. You should be able to eat like Susan said if you are following all the bandster rules. Call your Dr. and schedule a slight unfill. You don't want to keep your fill to tight as it can cause problems along the way. Good Luck!
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    i am staying on plan today because ...

    I'm staying on plan today because I want to lose weight.

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