sophiepants

Yep fluid and protein in that order add protein powder to you liquids. I didn't start getting 500 calories until I was 6 wks out and able to eat real foods. At my 4 wk ck up I was still only getting maybe 300 on a good day. I got with in 5 grams of my required protein tho! It was a chore for sure. Keep tryn it'll happen.

I love this group too, so much information and praise for and from everyone! And I like that some will call you out on yourself if your straying and reach out for advice..... or a slap back to reality (gently of course) its an amazing support system!

Ok here it is CW 202 GW 190 12 pounds to lose

I'm in.... but Bea started one a week ago and joined there also She has a fab chart she uses to track weights CW 202 GW 190 making it 12 pounds here we go

I also use MFP to plug in my recipes. Such a handy feature

You look great!

What an amazing journey!! Your doing great!! Congrats on your 165 pounds lost! You rock! I'm getting ready to start me some yoga next week!

Ok that just made me snort!! haha that's just great!! My husband would give me a high five if I said that to someone !! hehehe

BaHaHaHa True true!! I find myself doing just that every time I have a question pop into my head. I think that my way of trying to do this right! I want to do it right! I read in a book a women's response to someone sayn it way the easy way out. She responded with.. Do you own a wash machine?? Do you use said washer? You do...Well then why don't you take your clothes down to the river and scrub them out on a rock. A wash machine is the easy way out. I thought that was very clever lol

Your liver needs to shrink in order for them to get the tools around it without damaging it. And it prepares you for your first month/s after surgery. I looked at it like a test. Can I stick to it? Can I make it through this? Will I be successful after surgery if I can make it through this test? Just my way of dealing I might also add I too was able to eat unlimited non starchy veggies during the day with a strict dinner plan and 2 protein shakes. Maybe ask is you could have non starchy veggies if it becomes to much and you really wanna cheat with something you should not like carbs. Good luck I'm sorry your starving but YOU CAN DO THIS!!oh and I don't have hunger 9 wks out I get a slightly sick feeling if I forget to get but fix it fast with a small meal

Omg... Really what is wrong with people! I'd have came back with a yep he just told me how much more he loves me now that I'm not fat....with a FU look. Or just as Sarahr said walk away and let them figure it out what an a** They just were. I'm only 9 wks out and haven't seen many people I know, but I'll be back with an update.

Glad to hear your surgery was successful! I wish you a speedy recovery!

I just found this forum!! You look amazing You are doing so well! I hope your having a grand time in Mexico! Get a good tan and bring home some sand

I love this thread!! So many inspirational people! Everyone looks amazing

Ok that had me laughing! I feel the same way! The south will rise again! A good bra will fix the girls up anytime!

Great job!!! You look amazing

Great job! lookin good lady

That is truly amazing! You look fantastic! Keep up the good work!

Thank you!!! I'm starting to feel a little better about posting my early pictures

Mmm not sure there's a pole involved....however it does have a strip tease....I'd have to have a shot to losen me up.....lord am I planning .....sheesh

FOREVER!!!! YES my lordy it is!!!

I'm thinking about tryn the Carmen Electra videos??? What do ya think?

Thank you so much lady!!! I never knew I would get so many compliments! This makes me think the husband is going to be sooo shocked

Mmmm I'm thinking That just might be ok he's been gone (except for a week during my surgery) for 5 months!!!! Gah it's a long time for a girl I've been doing a limber video bahaha ok sorry tmi

Lol k that was a question my husband asked the surgeon!!! I'm shrinking for sure but they aren't shrinkin fast. even when I was 19 and 145 pounds I was a 36C .I can live with that. The girls are definitely heading south now that the weight is coming off but a sweet bra will fix that ha congratulations on picking the sleeve you won't regret it. Its a wonderful tool!!!