Madam Reverie

I have no stance on consumption. I'd just be interested to see how 'happy' the government will be when they add to the set of problems they currently have, caused by alcohol, with a whole new set of additional social, political, legal and wholly more problematic psycho-social medical issues as can be caused by pot smoking? Particularly in adolescents who seem to reap the worst 'benefits' of smoking cannabis during their 'developmental' years. Lest we get into the argument of 'one drug leads to an other' or how through legalisation and if consumed whole-sale, how it might damage the pharmaceutical industry by impacting upon their profits. Although, who is to say that those companies wouldn't end up producing the stuff themselves and it being part of the governments long-term plan? In my inexperienced opinion and if the 2nd, 3rd and 4th order effects were calculated? I can't see it being worth the money accrued through taxation of the market, because of the much greater expenditure which would be required elsewhere (fiscal, medical, enforcement activity, market protection, etc.) Although in saying that and conspiracy theories abound... Who's to say that some of those effects might not actually be part of the desired outcome which is why the legalisation - or at least decriminalisation - is spreading? Now, there's a thought!

I hear ya... When you're fat, you're filled out. Plump. Shiny. Healthy glow. Now, for me, its a bit like looking at a deflated balloon and I haven't even shed that much in comparison to some. I often ask myself; is filled out skin sexier than deflated skin? Irrespective of your size? Who knows... Maybe it's just all in our heads? Thank goodness for Spanx!

I agree, you are marvelous!!!!!! Aww, darlin', thank you. As are you, sweetheart. As are you x

Congratulations Take care of yourself, rest well, drink lots and keep us updated. Happy New Year

I'm under 50.. But let me tell ya.. My world is changing by the day. It is marvelous. Truly marvelous. See you on the losers bench x

t'wit, ta'wooo! Check out those cheek bones!

Yay you! Keep workin' it. Keep drinking. Keep eating. We're all going to be skinny-minnies in the not too distant future. Huzzah!

Up your Water, keep eating and ride it on out.... Nowt much that can be done, sadly. It'll drop in a week or so.. then you'll be groovy.. then you'll stall again. It kinda sucks like that

The difference between them is miniscule. So, 38 may well be the perfect size! I'd say it sounds all good

Only one person in my life knows; my fiance. That's it. Not family, not friends, not co-workers - no one. Oh, unless you count the others in my bariatric group?! (Although I don't think that's the same, as we're all in the same gang!) Frankly, I didn't need, nor want, the crap. My body, my stomach, my life. Huzzah!

In the UK, the surgeon, through experience, chooses the boogie size they think is the most effective, based on the risks of going too small or too big. I don't think they selected it based on the patient in front of them. When I went in for my pre-op meeting, I was told 'Its a 34 boogie I will use and that's the only one we really tend to use here'. Pretty much end of discussion. I knew 34 was fairly small, so I accepted it and moved on. Are you hoping for a choice?

Happy New Year, Ree Protein bars can land a bit 'brick like'. Consequently, Id've thought you'dve needed to be a week to a couple of weeks into your solids to be able to try one out and see how you go.... Lots of chewing and small bites and you'll be pretty good...

Hey Mary! Happy New Year! I'm on 42g of Protein minimum. Was told not to be bothered about a 'maximum'. (Although, if I eat too much more, I get bunged up) 800-1200 calories a day. 1500 ml of Water minimum Trying to avoid bad fats, excessive carbs and sugar. Simples

One week. Like two geriatrics trying to start a fire. Pathetic, but funny.

Gah, you beat me to it, Indigo! x Lots of love, peace and prosperity for all this 2014. Revs -x-

Hehe, me too! x

Given half the chance, I'd give him a stunned look. You can be sure of it

Aww, RJ! 'Cute'?!!! I've never been called 'cute' in my life! I am actually 5ft 10! I guess it was the angle of my body and legs. The legs are 33 inches long and had 4 inch heels at the bottom of them, so nope, definitely not 'compact', by any stretch! Next time any photos are to be taken, I'll make sure it's a full length body-shot with no Guinness and table obstruction. Hehe, it's tickled me being called 'cute'. Made my day x

Take it very easy for the next week to let it settle. I had a 'moment'. For the following week I drank Protein shakes and ate very smooth food, just to be on the safe side. Unless you've got pains elsewhere or a fever, I wouldn't worry too much. Just try to be kind to your body for a bit

yay! Welcome to the madness, Moni! Here's to a swift recovery and an excellent 2014. All the best and keep us posted x

Its the lack of carbs. I have a heated bed blanket. I sit on it, I sleep on it. I would live in it if I could!

You have every reason to feel disappointed. But, you have done so AMAZINGLY well on your own leading up to this. As much as it hurts; head down, grit your teeth and attack this monster. You can do it. Slay this dragon and you'll soon be in for round two and this time, it will happen for you. My thoughts are with you x

Yippppppeeeeeeeeeee! Nicely done, lady. Enjoy it x

Well done, you. Happy New Year and here's to all our continued success. x

Aww, cute!