Linda 66

Update for me-I was looking through these posts and saw that on May17th I was complaining about my weight not moving (I've posted since then just didn't remember to update) May 17th I was 227.4 and two days ago I was 213. On August 9th (I believe?) I got on the scale and I think I was 221/222. I got real serious and started using myfitnesspal so in about 3wks I lost around 10 lbs. but believeeeeeeeee me, it's from being strict and dieting, it's not from restriction. But, I'm glad the scale is moving in the right direction now. I hope you all are doing well and are happy!

Tim, please add me I'm Linda Red Colton Fargie on Facebook. Thank you! I sent you a message but I can't figure out the message/emails in this site. Thanks so much!

1st day post op I was puking up blood, had to stay extra days after that because has no desire to eat or drink. Once I got home still totally out of it and actually had MAJOR head spins/dizziness. By week 3 started to have more energy and actually ate. Give it alil time. You're still brand new and nervous. Best wishes to you!

Hi Tim Yes I use FB. If I'm added to the group will it show up on my newsfeed or anything like that?? I didn't tell anyone I was sleeved, lots of judging people. Linda Red Colton Fargie

How's march 19th sleevers been doing? It's been reallllllll quiet! How's the stats?

How's march 19th sleevers been doing? It's been reallllllll quiet! How's the stats?

Wow I wasn't aware (or didn't pay attention) that sleepers weren't allowed to take Advil, I take Advil whenever I have a headache. It doesn't bother/upset my stomach. Why is it a no-no??

I dead drinking about a 6-8 wks after which most definitely answers the question,WHY have I only lost 40 lbs or so since 3/19/13. Try not to drink, It's all empty calories (wine for me)

If you're ready for sex, feel up to it then have some...or lots enjoy!!!

The alcohol/wine won't hurt your sleeve but it will sabotage your weight loss. I have the same issue...I love my wine and could easily drink a bottle myself. The past few weeks I've been drinking every wkend between graduations and parties and I either stay the same or put on a pound or two. It really will screw up the loss...it has for me. I now have to really think about where and when I will indulge in my wine it can't be a every wkend kind of thing. BTW, prior to surgery I'd have to drink a few glasses to get a buzz NOW I'm buzzing while drinking my first glass. Good luck to you...and I hope I can't control myself too. I didn't have this surgery for nothing.

You look fantastic~keep up the success!

I had the lapband for 7 yrs. I lost all my weight looked great and then found out it slipped. I had to have it removed and 3 yrs later gained all my weight back and now have the sleeve (10 wks) from my experience, I can eat more now and go out to eat with friends and family. When I had the band going out to eat was a waste of money because I'd eat a few bites, excuse myself and then puke out the food. Good luck with your choice!

Good for you girl~ you look fab*u*lous!! Congrats!

Thank you DeeJack. I'm trying to stay positive

3/19- For me this is way too slow. I'm seriously disappointed with the loss ESPECIALLY because I am STOPPING MYSELF not the sleeve stopping me from eating. At certain times I do feel full, BUT that fullness passes within an hour. And I do wait to drink after eating. I have an appt this wk with my NUT and surgeon but I know they will not make a big deal out of it. Last night I went to the movies and I could have eaten the whole bucket of popcorn smh. And though I lost 37 lbs, after surgery I wasn't able to eat for 3 weeks ( previous surgery experience, anesthesia makes me not eat for weeks) and lost 20 something lbs then. I am happy for everyone here that are doing well.