Pacomomma

I get alot of "Your wasting away" or " theres a lot less of you " I am used to it now,I just smile and say thank you . At my job I have to wear a name badge with my picture on it its a pre-band pic and I am trying to get it changed so everyone notices. .Just smile and tell them diet and exercise.

I too pack a bit of everything from Q-tips to my hairdryer( eventhough I know most hotels have a hairdryer) shampoo, soap, razors,suave Vit E lotion,Secret deodorant, a new toothbrush and toothpaste. I think half of my bag is devoted to toiletries.and of course the tall kitchen bags for the dirty laundry. This may be the reason why I don't travel that much .

Congrats . I too bought shirt from a theme park and it was too tight . The other day I gave it away. As you lose ,you will want to buy new clothes. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime. Just think lower grocery bills = more money for clothes. ENJOY:clap2:

I have dog named Paco and I am his momma , Simple

breakfast : coffee, shake Lunch: usually soup or tuna salad with salad greens Dinner: Fish and tarter sauce or if really busy refried Beans with fat free cheese and reduced fat sourcream. YUM

I was banded over a year ago. I did not want to tell anyone,if fact I told everyone that I was having gallbladder surgery. Well when I came back almost everyone knew what I had done and they were impressed over my one week weight loss. I work in a doctors office and now that I have lost almost 100lbs I tell everyone about my surgery. My ID is the same pic from before surgery and the patients notice. Be proud of your decision to start a new way of life. DO what is best for you. Good luck !

hey porcin do you remeber me ?From Maurie's support groups

I went shopping and found a RED in your face outfit but decided not to buy it . The red hooker shoes were a bit too much so I continue to search. HELP .. I did ind a royal blue velvet dress at Filenes but i am still debating this one .I Think when I see the right one it will hit me in the face. If anyone hs free time we can go shopping. I need a new winter coat also.

I got my invte too I need to go shopping , I need to get something if anyone wants to go shopping let me know .I know exactly wher the place is if anyone wants to carpool. Let me know k

Porcin Hey there chickie long time no hear fro. Sorry to hear about your wallet. Ilost mine several years ago it was under the passenger seat on the side. mst have slipped going around a turn or something. try to get some sleep and then go out and take a fresh look at yur car. go top to bottom. and BTW UGH to DMV on a Monday. If I can help give me a shout. Pat

I used the psychologist in PA. I go to the support meeting in Goshen with Mauri. If you can go to Mauri do so ,She makes you feel at ease. Best of luck with everything.

I LOVE the Avenue for Jeans . The fit for me is the best. but I have just bought a size 14 from the Avenue, 14 is the smallest size. This now means that I have to find another store. Catherines is yet another store that I had to say goodbye too. But remember that this is all good news .

I wore sweats and a tee shirt, its no real biggy. my surgeon bandaged my site very well . Please make sure you take your liquids as per your doctors orders. Take care.

I too am having a problem with image. I was walking down the hall at my job the other day and 3 people said that I was skinny ! Skinny I lost 68 lbs but am still over the 200 lb mark. And I am having a problem with clothes I am in-between sizes. UGH

OH my death by ice cream is a GREAT way to die. I seen this festival on Food Network $5.00 one bowl all you can eat. This is just one more reason why we are such an obese country. Maye it wouldn't be so bad if the different stand were about a 1/2 mile way from each other. That way you would walk off what you ate. But it would be better to stay away

THats right listen to jack stay away from Mc Donalds and enjoy Taco Bell, pintos and cheese with aside of sour cream. yummy. I also enjoy Wendy's chili. those are the only two places I go for drive thru.

Keep up the good work. I too passed the 6 month period. I am down 66 lbs so far. I feel the same way as you do about not seeing it in the mirror but I do notice my collarbonesare sticking out now. So I guess we are losing. My patients see my ID tag and say oh my you lost weight but don't see that much of a difference. Guess It has to catch up with us huh.

I named my band after my ex and I were in court he asked me out to lunch and I told him I was involved with someone. when he asked who I told him his name was brad. Brad Band ,my new best friend. LOL

I went to the doc the other day 12 lbs in a month I lost. I think the heat might be a factor,never thought of it until I read this post. I was not eating very much a all. the other day I hd a cup of coffee in the morning and some egg salad for lunch not even hungry for dinner . ended up eating several sugar free ice pops for dinner. And drinking water. I think your on to something.

Don't forget my old standby,Eggdrop soup. I make my own with low sodium chicken broth some garlic powder and when it comes to a simmer slowly stir in a beaten egg or two. Refried beans with cheese and sour cream. Tuna salad and scrambled eggs are goodies also. I used to eat hummus with a toddler spoon. Try things out you can become very inventive when you have a food processor just remember to CHEW CHEW CHEW

I lost some of my hair during month 4 but it does grow back. Mine did ,and I have thin hair to boot! I think we have the same surgeon,Dr.Kwon he told me to take the centrum chewables and watch my protein intake but also to make sure I am getting in some veggies too.

Chinese Its the only way to go. Dogs or cats

Tammy thanks so much for the scrubs I am going to return your postage as soon as I can . Thanks so far you have helped 3 people with scrubs.

I went to a Chinese buffet a few weeks ago and told them I can only eat a small amt. The waitress had said to go and get the amount of food I was gong to eat. When I got back to the table I asked the waitress and manager to come over. The manager said it was one price for 1 plate or 4. I now no loner go to that buffet.I get take out and have 2 meals. BTW, most childrens or appetizer menu's are fried or pasta dishes. so I have found that it is alot easier to get a regular meal and take a doggie bag home. I also ask for my beverage(water w/lemon) as soon as the waitress comes so you can drink before the meal arrives .

Just a few more mushies.. egg salad, refried beans w/sour cream, cottage cheese,ricotta cheese, tuna salad, scrambled eggs w/salsa just to name a few .