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Oh my goodness does this all sound like my life during the band. I was banded in 09 and Just had my band removal and vsg done 5 weeks ago. It was the best decesion I ever made. Last night I looked at my plate I had a little version of a healthy meal and I remembered saying to my self how nice it is not to worry about eatting certain foods that would make me throw up. I eat and I enjoy my food more then ever because I know this food will nurish my body and stay in my body too! I am very happy I did the revision. I had 5 years of working my lapband too I tried everything and I was lead to belive it was my fault it didnt work. I latter found out it had a leak and the failure of my band had nothing to do with me. Good luck in making your life healthy and happy for you!

Yay so glad to hear this!! You can do it Carlotta, you are worth it!

Yay your right around the corner to sleeved life!! Sending prayers your way for a healing and for quick recovery too!

Congratulations on your wonderful news and slimming waistline too! It must feel real good!

Wonderful is that what success look like? Great job!

The way to change a problem is to ADMIT you have a problem. You did that, now stop this very second at this very meal and get back on track. Dont let a few days lead into weeks of guilt and beating yourself up. Also try drinking a big ole glass of Water before you even think about eatting, and while your doing that plan what you will eat after. Hang in there. Also at the risk of helping others you need to take a break from your auditing and make sure your taking care of yourself. Unless your making the really big bucks, then tell them you need to have an hour and half lunch and fit in a workout during that time. Remember your worth this investment you made to yourself!!

MissMac really 5 months since you have gone in to see your back specialist? This is really encouraging since i go to a specialist for my back as well 3x a wk before surgery. I wondered when I am cleared to go back to have therapy and have disc compression done if my new tummy can take the extra weight they place on you. Just hearing that you disc have been behaving is so exciting to hear!! Congratulations on all the wonderful health changes your going through too.

luv this.

MissMac you look amazing, simply amazing!! Woot woot so inspirational!!

I'd kill for your tummy!! Just sayin' cant wait until my tummy looks that good!! You are an inspiration!!

I cried, your journey is so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!!

Woot woot, Wag's you are an inspiration!! I was curious when did you get active and what type of activity did you do to get moving?

Funny I always say to my family is it cold in here or is it just me? They now answer me when i start Is it cold... Funny I sleep like a baby in a cloud of warm fuzzy blankets..with an arcylic blanket, sheets and down blanket for the winter and now I make sure to have a throw on my shoulders too. During the day I make sure to have a warm sweater or jacket just to be safe.

Oh yes, food is the one thing we all share with family and friends. It is the breaking of bread and the wonderful joy most of us feel when we have made something that is really good and our family just loves that meal. I still love family dinners together and learning how everyone day went. Funny thing is now is I am more judgemental on how my food taste. I have noticed if something has to much salt or not enough seasoning I am the first to say well it doesnt taste so good, or I am not happy with the way that turned out. It weird because I was raised on the thinking that you needed to clear that plate. Now I am making the better choices for me and my family!

Rj you are doing the right thing, you are eatting well and building muscle so be encouraged and give your self a hug for me!! ~~~HUGS~~~~

sw 198 cw 197.2

Oh yes, he does and the little stinker has now decided he wants to compete with me on the weight loss journey. I have weighed more then him for a few years now and I REALLY WANT to beat him!! So let the healthy competition began. Pinky to mouth i have decided to hide my new weight loss LBS just to pass him up. Yeap it's so on!!

Rj I am so sorry you are going through all of this. You have set a goal and your want to reach it D**mit. And your family loves you so much they dont want to loose ya baby. so i would say add good protein in like avocados, nuts and yougart or cottage cheese. Make sure to feed your body what it needs and it will reward you past your wildest dreams and goals too!

Thank you so much Jen.

O honey I am so sorry to hear about you loosing your sweet brother. There is nothing in the world that can replace your connection you had/have with him being in your life. Praying for healing to happen in your life. Hoping for strenght during this time and wisdom to make the right choices regarding your wls diet. I think it is very important for you to contact your NUT, ask them for help and guidance. Remember your brother would only want the best for you and your life, so take the necessary steps to make him proud. Hugs.

There will be a day when they say i dont reckonize you when you look at the picture you sent them now. Let that be the guiding force that drives you to your next goal.. I have pictures of my face being round and big most see it on my wall and dont even know it is me. It doesnt bother me at all it just gives me that push to push on!

I love eggs, refried beans and lentil soups with less salt, tuna is great,also halibut. Add cottage cheese too. Learning to cook healthy green veggies also is a great way to get protein in.

Deb your in the right place now!! To make your sleeve work for you just keep a Memo pad or a little notebook and write down the words of wisdom you see on this forum. Ie: diet, exercise and keep a food/water intake journal. You will be able to see if you need to adjust your food by your journal as well. Good luck

Cant i just have an all over fat transfer done to the parts i need extra fat back.ie: the girls. lol

Being nervous before surgery is totally normal. If you didnt feel those concerns then it may be time to worry. Wishing you the vey best surgery and recovery!