sandras96harley

My doctor told me go for it! As long as I wasn't picking it up.I said there was no picking up a 696 lb bike just lifting it off the kickstand and pray no one runs over you during healing .But that's pretty much everyday biker life ,RIGHT ? I had surgery May 25th I rode last Sunday about 80 mi to our San Jacinto Monument @ Battleship Texas no problems. Hope that helps good luck you ! Sandra:rain:

Opps missed you Sunshine2, was wandering about the Whey because they really stressed on no powdered drinks ? Which brand Whey do you buy? Thanks Sandra

Cottage cheese & fruit are great for in the morning .Anyone use the Whey protein ? Just curious.:guess Sandra

BetsyJane wel said. I'm a newbie and when I first jumped on this roller coaster I thought OMG what have I done. But I have found alot of good information and will continue to read up and follow good guidelines.I know how I felt at a time in my life when I was healthy and felt good in my clothes and I want that back. Thanks for the input ! By the way what are some of the best chewable vits & protein shakes ? Thanks Sandra

Or buy the new Tassimo machine (they are so cool)got one for my birthday. Ain't Starbuck's but I can have regular coffee, espresso,latte you name it. LOVE IT ! I only get to drink coffee at home Saturday & Sunday and a occasional special evening Cappuccino mmmmgood. Tassimo Sandra

eyespy !!! AMEN !!! 5'0 size 16 and short arms !I can relate. Sandra

You can do it !:eek:

itsuptome , I can relate .I think height plays a huge role. I have always had difficulty crossing mine eve when I was a 12/14 . But you may be right we may be able to at 8/10? Wish us luck . We are jus about the same my good days I can sya I'm 5'1 and I'm at 194.3 Your weight started just a few punds under me. Kepp in touch with your progress ok. Wish you the best ! Sandra:o

Wow , must be nice .My 5'0 frame and chicken legs do not let me cross mine comfortably. And I have always wanted to. I hope that I can loose enough weight to be able to. Thanks Gals ! Sandra:phanvan

Juliegeraci, What kind of protein shakes do you do if you don't mind me asking ? Thanks Sandra

Thanks nursinggal !

Thanks Alex,good ! feeling much better. think i might have ate to fast .Thanks !Sandra

Hey Randy ! I found I have the same problem !!! I hope some day to own a Electra Glide Standard ( will help with my cold hands in the winter to) of course will have to pay the big bucks to have lowered. But there is nothing finer than having the wind blowing in your face listening to Bob Seger , THE FIRE DOWN BELOW !!! eewww lala !! All ya'll are great reading and talking to. Went for my first fill today .STARVATION time . Really sucks made the beau spaghetti red ( he calls it) and I get to watch him eat it. Just ain't right. That's ok though . He'll return the favor LATER ! lol sandra .do any of you go on Harley Davidson Forum - Enthusiast Forums for Harley Davidson Motorcycles neat website for Harley people or motorcylce misc info in general. I am BikerChicHTown . Check it out !

Thanks Ann , not sure if I was eating to much . But I was much better over the weekend . Trying to pay more attention to what i absorb . But did have some severe pain in left shoulder & back Friday night and the pants I wore to work may have contributed to it. If I wear stretch waist , os a bit larger waist I seem to be ok. I hope that is all it was. My port feels to be in the center right below bra line ?? It feels that way , gonna ask alot of questions tomorrow.lol sandra

Maybe , I have had some same symptoms . I was miserable yesterday I hurt so bad I didn't want to eat anything I had soup only. I also have been taking Benefiber in the mornings because of constipation sorry ! And not sure if I should .I slept with a heating pad on my side last night and it helped my back . But the last few days I have had the same problem . I hope that is not going to be forever? Help us ! Sandra

Wow !!!!! be safe , I was banded 5/25 and haven't really felt like it. Cannot wear anything tight around the waist for one . Good luck to ya'll .That's going to be a nice ride. Sandra

Hey all you BIKERS !!! Cool to talk to you all. WARNING THOUGH !!! Riding is what helped me pack on 20 lbs I did not need before my band. Because all we do is ride to breakfast , ride to lunch , ride to dinner. SO I'm so glad me & Beau will be shariing now !!! We ride to Kemah alot. I ride to work also , but if you live in Houston you know how much RAIN we have been getting .And I have to look presentable @ work and the helmet hair doesn't look all that great. My co-workes laugh at me though I keep a hair dryer & all the necessities to freshen up , but that takes time !!! And having to be here at 7:15 just don't always have the spirit in me. So I've turned into a WEEKENDER !!! But yes the riding course at any of our colleges are excellent and alot cheaper than delaers !!! Ride safe . And I'm very short a whopping 5'0 . But I ride a Heritage Classic and love how it handles. I had the 1200S and it tends to be top heavy,I lowered is about 1" I was tippie toed alot ,but made it through 1 year with that one. Keep in touch . I love to ride !!!!! Don't go to Rallies much except for our Lone Star , but riding the HILL COUNTRY is AWESOME !!! LOL TO ALL !!! Sandra found a new love !!

Curious has everyone lost weight everywhere but your stomach. Clothes are loose all over , but stomach still feels swollen and clothes fit the same at my waste. Is this normal? And I cannot wear anything tight around my waist , will it always be that way? :confused:Thanks for the input ! Sandra Have my 1st fill next Tuesday 205 195 YEPPIE !!!:clap2:

Hi ... Iwas banded 5/25 and since I started solids I'm having the same symptoms .I'm exercising though. I'm so uncomfortable , I don't want to eat anything. I hope I don't have problems .Go into Dr Tuesday for first fill. Its a constant pain. Keep in touch .lol sandra

I'm feeling pretty much the way you are. I'm still real sore . But I have been excercising light toning & treadmill 40 mins every other day . Doc said that was ok. I have continous pain on the left side and I also have been waking up 2 -3 times a night . I hope the discomfort goes away. Good luck .Keep in touch.Sandra

4 weeks post =op

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