KellyL

Congrats you have done an amazing job!!! I could totally relate to so much in your post. I love the before/after pics, especially the last one. It's so amazing, you've got this happy and satisfied look on your face that kind of relays/expresses joy at finally coming to a closure with your struggles and long journey. I'm just thrilled for you!!

you look amazing and I love the little red dress!! And the shoes are awesome. I love Zappos also. Congrats sweetie, you're rocking that sleeve! :cheer2:

i like the pure protein chocolate peanut butter, they have 20 grams of protein, I get them at Walmart. They have a few flavors, but i only like the choc peanut butter.

OMG, that is so amazingly awesome!!! I am soooooooo happy for ya girl. You have rocked that sleeve and then some, and you definitely deserve this. You are such an inspiration!! Congrats sweetie! :cheer2:

Getting back to basics would be a start. Protein first, not eating more than 3-4 oz at a time. Using a food tracker such as myfitnesspal on your computer or phone is the easiest way to track your calories, carbs, protein, etc.

WOOOOOOHOOOOOOOO!!!!! Congrats, that's so incredible! I am absolutely thrilled for you my friend :cheer2:

http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/26853-december-sleevers/ There ya go sweetie!

I love the carriage ride idea too!! How romantic!

I know you're probably feeling nervous, but this is the beginning of your new sleeved life!! You have so many wonderful things in store for you!! I went to MX too. It is by far the very best thing I've ever done for myself!! I'm so happy and excited for you! When you feel up to it, update us and let us know how you're doing. It's very natural to be nervous or afraid, but you will soon have this part behind you, and then on to getting to know your sleeve. We're all here for ya!

Congrats on your year surgiversary!!! Wow, how can he complain about a size 4 skinny jeans! That's pretty awesome in my book, and as long as you are satisfied and feel great, then I would not worry.

You are doing awesome, and you look absolutely fabulous girl, congrats!!! :cheer2:

Wow, you look awesome!! Congrats on your amazing transformation, it's very inspiring!! :cheer2:

Congrats on the amazing results, you look awesome!!

I saw it too, but can't help but wonder if it's still in a way telling us how easy both gaining and losing really is, and how we could all do this if we really tried. Most of us with weight problems all of our lives, do not have a "normal" persons metabolism, and a lot of times there is a hormonal reason behind our weight issues. Some of us have Diabetes or insulin resistance. We are all different of course. I just feel this is going to turn into a "see how easy it is, now everybody lose weight" kind of lecture for us. Maybe I'm wrong, but I just have a hard time believing that any normal person with a normal metabolism can really relate to our issues. Just my opinion though, and I hope I'm wrong and a lot of positive things come out of it.

Awwww she's PERFECT!!! What a precious little angel!! I love all the pics, but the one where she's smiling truly did melt my heart. Congrats on her arrival!!

It's definitely difficult during the liquid stages, but it gets easier when you move to solids. Even without hunger, we still MISS eating food, it does sound weird, but eating was a big part of our lives, socializing, and entertainment. It's completely understandable that you're feeling this way. It gets better as you adjust to it too. Hang in there!

Yes it does!! You're rocking that sleeve Gorgeous!

Wow, congrats, you look awesome, and have done really well!! What an accomplishment, thanks for sharing. :cheer2:

Congrats on being sleeved!! I'm so sorry for the rough start with the complications, but sounds like you're home now and ready to get on with your recovery. Wishing you all the best!

I like it so far, but reserve the right to gripe later if I discover something I don't like hahaha I'm doing great, y'all have a great weekend!!!

Wow, you look great, congrats on your success so far! :cheer2:

I think NUT = nutritionist

hahaha sorry you aren't feeling the love quite yet! The love part usually comes in for most when you discover than you can eat a couple oz of solid food and be completely satisfied. Or when you don't experience hunger, or at least the same ravenous hunger that you felt pre-op. Or for the best part, when you start losing the weight or getting into smaller sizes. It gets easier on the family meal thing when you get to solid foods also. Because you can eat the same protein/meat that you're feeding your family. You may have to fix more low carb sides, at least for yourself, or just skip the sides that your family may want. But it all does get easier and you may just fall in love yet!

I got little 3 oz condiment bowls at Walmart, as well as a set of 4 glass bowls with lids from Walmart too. They are great to use to measure and/or eat out of. Popsicles, egg flower soup pkgs, and I couldn't do any kind of protein drinks except the Atkins Ready to drink vanilla flavor. They were more bland than the chocolate ones and not as "protein" tasting as the ones that had more protein or came in the mixes. Even tho I was a chocolate person pre-op, post-op, I preferred the more plain taste of vanilla early out especially. I agree with the other person on using this forum for support, seeing others were going through the same thing did/does help me so much. Good luck!

I absolutely love Fall and the weather too! Have a great time this weekend strutting your stuff in that new dress, I know you are gonna look fabulous AND have a great time! I love corsets but have never worn them, the ones you describe do sound hot! Have a lovely time!!