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Well I've had honey post op and it never gave me any problems. The only thing I can think of is the sugar, but really if you only plan to use a tiny bit that's really no issue. The great thing about the sleeve is, I have pretty much no issues with anything I eat. Some things (like sugars) I do have to moderate because they can make my physically sick. However, I can still eat it. HTH

Heya, well you and I had surgery semi close and we entered "maintenance" around the same time too. Whatever that means! LOL I just wanted to say that my excess skin though it was never really bad, is shrinking away too. So, it's not just you thinking it. Many studies show that it takes a few years for the excess skin to fully snap back as much as it ever will. This is the exact reason why I won't consider any skin removal surgeries until then. I'm hoping I'll never even need it. GOOD LUCK!!!

Hi Brock! I know I went through a crazy amount of emotions all throughout my journey. I still do to this day! I think it's going to be years before I fully grasp how different I am in a matter of a years time. I just wanted to let you know you're not alone. Hang in there! I'm glad to hear you're doing better though, and ever day will too. I also ended up with not fitting my pants correctly. I had to get that fixed, and now I'm just waiting for final healing and I will be much happier for it. Good luck!

WOW YOU LOOK GREAT!!!! Congrats you've done outstanding! May I ask why you think nearly 70 Lbs lost in 6 months is slow? That is far above the curve of average 1-2 Lbs per week. :smile1: BIG HUGS!

Congrats on your new tiny tummy! Welcome to the losers bench. Believe me, with all us skinny's here - there's always lots of room. Keep up the good work!

Yayyyy Lynda!!!! CONGRATS!!! You SUPER Rock lady!!!

These are all great!!! Keep em coming!!! :smile1:

CONGRATS!!!! What a feeling it is, right? Keep doing your thing! :smile1:

Haha!! This is great! :smile1:

All of these are awesome! I love reading stuff like this. We have all come so far and I know how hard it is to be massively overweight and all the negative feelings that come along with it. We are all doing our thing, and we DESERVE TO FEEL OUR BEST!!! Thank you to the original poster, this is an excellent idea. I have had such a slew of compliments and most of them are all the same. Unlike Southern Sleever, I really don't get a lot of male attention. I mean, that's perfectly fine as I'm a very happily married woman. But, my husband is so amazing and he will not be shy about checking out my goods. I love that. I have to say those are always my most favorite out of any and all. The second most I can think of was just the other day. I posted on facebook that I wanted to go on a diet. In jest of course, I'm just a joker half the time. The responses are ones I've never received... ever before. I was basically told I need to eat a burger, and some fries... and a shake. Haha!! I thought they were funny - maybe a little rude but oh well. That's how my family is. Keep em coming!!!

Don't worry, all of you are right on target. The first few months are very tough and will require a great deal of patience from you to your new tiny tummy. The main focus right now should be getting all your fluids (water) in. Second should be getting your Protein. If you can't get all your protein in for the first months, don't worry so much. I didn't and I lived. Just do what you can, and let time pass. (((hugs))) because I know what you are going through!

www.vitalady.com Tons of samples. Good luck! Also, GNC will let you buy and return unused portions.

You've done great!! Thanks for checking in!

WOW!!! Poster guy for the men around here!!! CONGRATS!!! Question: Do you always keep power tools in your bathroom? Also, your shirt is on backwards. :biggrinjester:

Hi flower, yes no worries. This is completely normal until your incisions heal. I am a stomach sleeper and wasn't able to fully sleep on mine for a few weeks. Keep your head up!

No worries! If you are naturally curvy you will keep them. Wishing you the best on your surgery!!!

Hi Dave, welcome! Your story sounds veeery familiar. *wink* I just wanted to wish you well for your revision surgery coming up next Saturday. Please check in and let us know how you're doing when you feel up to it. Take care!

[quote name=Lisa ' timestamp='1321242220' post='228874] The one thing I took that made me feel comfy was my fleece blanket. I wish I had taken my own Kleenex and toilet paper...the "John Wayne" stuff the hospital had was harsh!! LOL!!! Haha!! That's funny! And sooo true.

Awww you are all so wonderful!!! THANK YOUUU!! Xoxo You all really make me want to always try harder - even beyond my goals.

ThAT IS SOOOO AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I never ever EVER doubted you. Not for one second.

Don't do that to yourself. You're doing great, Celebrate that.

I had my surgery on Sept. 15, 2010. So far I have lost: Well over 100 Lbs and well over 150 Lbs total. About 80" over my entire body (probably more). About 26 Clothing Sizes. My insanity. My feelings of failure. Being unhealthy. Not being able to keep up with everyone else. Feelings of self loathing. :smile1:

Thanks so much everyone! :-) I just wanted to show that THERE IS NO EXPIRATION DATE for the sleeve. As long you WORK IT, it will work for you. I always see that question on how long do we all have to lose the weight after surgery. Well, we have as long as forever. KEEP WORKING IT Y'ALL!!! XOXO

:smile1: Its hard to believe I'm already fitting these! I still have another session to do and a lot of swelling to go down. I'm super happy!!! Thanks lovely ladies!! I will be HAPPY to post pics. Just not right now, I don't wanna scare anyone. LOL!!!

Let us know how it goes!