wonderwoman75

I bought a pair of jeans. It's been a while since I have worn them. I got an 18 (last pair was a 22 but I hadn't worn them I was probably in a 24). When I put them on they fit but I had to keep hiking them up. So hopefully I will be in a 16 soon!!

331, my stall finally passed!
That is 143 lbs lost.
AAAAANNNNDDDD, I'm not pregnant! The worst part of suddenly having regular periods is when they are late, and you are terrified. lmao.

I just tried on a pair of pants size 14 and they were a little snug but I zipped and buttoned them. Go Me!

This weekend was great! Went for a walk for an hour--twice! Went shopping at the outlets and bought regular sized clothes at New York and Co and Ann Taylor!!!! My 57th birthday was yesterday and I celebrated wearing normal sized clothes. It was super!!!
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Hitting the gym for almost an hour without feeling like death!!!

I was going thru old stuff at my mom's looking for a coat to wear this winter since everything I have is too big. I found my American Eagle peacoat from high school. Had a patch in the pocket from an ice hockey tournament in 2002 in the pocket, so I guess that's the last place I wore it.
Not only did it fit, it even buttoned!

So one of the neighbors several houses away walked up behind me in the driveway as I was talking to my husband. When I turned around he gasped and said I thought Tim had got divorced because I kept seeing this skinny, young chick down here. Didn't realize the hot chick was you. Made me laugh--my husband said no I've had her for 35 years and the hot chick is all mine!

Okay this is gross, but I can clean my butt hole in the shower without breaking my arm. Before I would have to strain to each between my cheeks, now it is like no problem, I know I am weird!!!!
Surgery date 9/4/2013 HW 259 RYN 238, this week 209

So I have a wedding to go to in two weeks so I have been hesitant to buy one until last night. It was a size 16 instead of a 24. That's almost ten sizes since January. I can't believe it. Thank God.

Here is a before after pic, I am down 115lbs this is from last Sept to the shirtless now.

What type of exercise do u do? Did u exercise the whole time?

Highest Weight: 425
Surgery Weight: 395
Surgery Date: 05/07/2013
Last Weeks Weight: 338
Today's Weight: 335
Total Loss: 90 pounds
10 more pounds & I'm at 100......woohoo. At least I'm moving in the right direction now :-)
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185 as of today no gain so that's ok.

Down to 216 this a.m. from 299 April 2nd, 2013. 83 lbs I surely do not miss! Yay!

Well good news!!! I have stopped losing and actually was able to gain a pound back. But I decided that since it's gone I don't really want to gain it. So I am trying to maintain at 126 now and if I gain that is fine. But I'm not going to intentionally try to gain which is what I was doing last week. Definitely am not trying to lose. I am so full right now. 2oz Turkey breast for dinner and 5 white cheddar crackers. I had a defrosting, not intentional, in my freezer and lost everything that was in it. meat and veggies gone bad :-(
Unfortunately it was my outside (garage) freezer, so I didn't know about it right away :-( I hope everyone is doing well on your weight loss. I'm very grateful over the last 10 months that I found y'all on this forum. I think knowing you guys were here has helped me through 2 surgeries, venting about the still on going divorce, and everything else. Thank you!!!
Gen :-) 12/15/12

7 months out.... Went shopping and bought size 7/8 pants and small sweaters. Medium was too big! I enjoy being able to buy cute clothes. So happy

Congrats on the weightloss. It's weird how on certain days that the same meals make you sick. Happens to me all the time.
DOS:358 CW:270 SD:1/28/13

A few days late but finally made it to onederland!!!
HW 291
SW 286
CW 199.2
Surgery date: 2/28/13

The holiday season is here and it’s time for us all to quickly gain ten pounds. What? Why would I say that? I say that because it’s written all over the place. Over the next few weeks, you are going to see and hear references to our tendency to gain weight during this time of year in every newspaper, magazine, website, blog and television news program. And while the opportunities to eat may increase this time of year and the kinds of foods pushed on us are often not the healthiest, you don’t have to gain weight. However, if you expect to…you will.


The holiday season is here and it’s time for us all to quickly gain ten pounds. What? Why would I say that? I say that because it’s written all over the place. Over the next few weeks, you are going to see and hear references to our tendency to gain weight during this time of year in every newspaper, magazine, website, blog and television news program. And while the opportunities to eat may increase this time of year and the kinds of foods pushed on us are often not the healthiest, you don’t have to gain weight. However, if you expect to…you will.
What do expectations have to do with weight gain? Think of expectations as a combination of predictions and learned patterns of behavior. Outcomes that have occurred in the past, we generally expect to happen again. Take Thanksgiving for example, or what I like to call “National Binge Eating Day.” Thanksgiving is one of those few days of the year where the holiday seems to be about overeating. Of course, Thanksgiving is supposed to be about taking the opportunity to give thanks for how fortunate we are to live in this great country and to count our blessings for what we have. However, if you ask most Americans what comes to mind when they think of Thanksgiving I’ll bet turkey, stuffing, pie and football come long before giving thanks. More importantly, it’s not only food and eating that we think of but overeating and overindulging. This is so common that it’s often parodied in television commercials. Companies that manufacture antacids run ads showing people with exploding pant buttons or slumped back in the big armchair following the big meal. Thanksgiving, holiday parties and overeating seem to be synonymous.
Many of us expect to overeat on Thanksgiving and at holiday parties so we inadvertently mentally gear up for this to happen. With this expectation of overeating in mind, our behavior becomes less controllable…you’re psychologically setting the stage for a binge to occur by expecting a huge meal to be served and by recalling previous Thanksgivings when you overate. Similarly, this is the season of holiday parties. Holiday parties tend to include foods that are rich, highly caloric and plentiful. And let’s not forget the alcohol. When you attend holiday parties, many of us expect these foods and drinks to be available and we are more likely to overindulge if that has been our pattern in the past. You’re certainly not a drone who is unable to make change, but it is infinitely less likely unless you take active steps to make that change. What can you do to prevent overeating at this time of year and gaining those extra pounds?
Change your expectations by planning what you will do ahead of time. On the morning of Thanksgiving, think about what the likely layout will be where you are having the meal. Have you been there before? Do you know what to expect to be on the table? If so, plan ahead. Make some decisions about what you will eat and how much. Promise yourself that you will not overeat. After all, it’s just one meal and ironically many people who overeat say they’re not particularly fond of Thanksgiving food. They just get caught up in the collective binge mentality and the rest is history. If you plan ahead and carefully consider what to do instead of binging, you have a much better chance of controlling yourself and feeling good about your eating behavior afterwards.

Consider that while eating may be a significant and enjoyable part of holiday parties and gatherings, OVEREATING does not need to be. Try not to give yourself permission to overindulge. Let’s face it…eating is fun and enjoyable and is a large part of holiday merriment. However, there is no fun in feeling nauseas or uncomfortable just after the meal and guilty and self-deprecating hours later.

Don’t starve yourself on Thanksgiving morning or on the day of a holiday party. This is one of the most common, yet foolish strategies people employ. The calories you give up by skipping Breakfast and lunch usually pale in comparison to the calorie content of the evening binge at Thanksgiving or the holiday party. Instead, eat normally during the day which may actually help keep you from binging later. You are far more likely to control yourself if you are mostly full during the day rather than starving when you walk in the door of the party.

Consider making some eating compromises. Who said you have to have turkey only on Thanksgiving? Is pecan pie banned at other times of year? Consider having the foods that truly are once a year items rather than loading up on everything. And even then, you don’t need five pounds of the special foods. If you only get to eat your grandmother’s special stuffing once a year, you certainly shouldn’t pass that up. However, I promise you that eating a ton of it will not make you happier than having two nice size tablespoons of the stuff. Again, plan ahead and make decisions earlier in the day.

Watch the booze. Alcohol causes our judgment to get a little fuzzy. You are going to be more successful controlling your behavior if your brain is firing on all cylinders. If you drink too much too early in the day, you’re going to have a tougher time sticking to whatever plan you created. Also, too much alcohol causes us to make other foolish decisions. There are enough unfortunate tragedies that happen this time of year. Make sure you’re not a part of one.

I’m not suggesting in any way that you be a killjoy and I certainly don’t believe that it’s necessary to avoid holiday parties or gatherings where food is available. By planning ahead, changing your expectations, and making a few specific eating compromises, you can truly have your cake and eat it too.
Happy Holidays!

RNYTalk Newsletter
Hey RNYTalk Members!The lull of summer is ending, and autumn is just around the corner. How did you do in meeting your goals this summer? We hope you met your weight loss and health goals, but if not, don’t worry. It’s the perfect time to get back into your weight loss routine if you got sidetracked during a summer vacation. Pick yourself up, return to your bariatric surgery diet and, of course, let us help! Here is what you’ll find in this month’s newsletter.

Member Poll: How Did You Find Out About RNYTalk.com?
Member Spotlight – Meet life_after_gastric_bypass!
Your Gastric Bypass lunch – Packing Your food for a Busy Day
Keep the Forums Positive!
Take a look at the newsletter and then join us at RNYTalk.com! We’re always looking for more participation, and we welcome your feedback, so drop us a line whenever you want!
Sincerely,
Alex Brecher
Founder
RNYTalk.com
Member Poll: How Did You Find Out About RNYTalk.com?
A. Search engine (e.g., Google, Yahoo!, Bing, etc…please tell us which one)
B. Friend or family member
C. Your surgeon
D. Your primary care physician (PCP)
E. An offline support group
F. Your nutritionist or dietitian
G. Someone else from your doctor’s or surgeon’s office (e.g., a nurse or receptionist)
H. App store (e.g., iTunes, Google Apps Marketplace)
I. Another way.
Mark your answer and discuss it in the forums!
Member Spotlight – Meet life_after_gastric_bypass!
This month, we are happy to introduce you to life_after_gastric_bypass, a 40-year-old New Yorker. life_after_gastric_bypass decided on gastric bypass surgery to help her lose weight because the diets she tried did not work for her, and she had no energy or motivation for the gym. Her weight climbed to a high of 301 pounds, including several pounds that she put on in 2012 because of some comfort eating after a serious brain aneurysm. life_after_gastric_bypass got the surgery in January of this year. Since then, she has already lost 113 pounds. Her goal is 160 pounds.
Since surgery, life_after_gastric_bypass says her quality of life has improved. She has more energy and loves playing with her kids. She looks and feels better, and is “no longer trapped in a body” that she hates. She can feel her collar bone, shop in regular stores and enjoy taking photographs! Her health has also improved. She is no longer borderline diabetic, do not have sleep apnea or the need for the CPAP machine, and her asthma is controlled.
Some of the early challenges that life_after_gastric_bypass faced were getting used to the emotional ups and downs of surgery and getting used to her new stomach and diet. Another challenge is accepting changes in her relationships with food and people, and seeing changes in herself.
RNYTalk.com helps life_after_gastric_bypass surgery daily because of the support she gets. She does not have much support in real life, and depends on members here. She appreciates the non-judgmental, positive conversations and recipes that she finds in the forums. life_after_gastric_bypass has several pen pals from the forums that she considers true friends. She uses the site from her computer, smartphone and iPad, and tells other patients about the site whenever she visits her doctor.
life_after_gastric_bypass has some advice for other RNYTalk.com members. First, do your research before getting surgery, and do not listen to others who are negative without reason. When you do get surgery, understand that you are changing your life. It is not the easy way out, and your diet and lifestyle will have to change.
Thanks for sharing your story, giving good advice and telling others about RNYTalk.com! Congratulations on your dramatic weight loss so far!
If you want to be featured in the Member Spotlight section of our newsletter, let us know in the Member Spotlight forum! You can also nominate another member. If you’re shy, just send a private message to Alex Brecher.
Your Gastric Bypass lunch – Packing Your Food for a Busy Day
By mid-September, many of us are back into regular routines. If you have children who take their lunches to school, you make sure their lunches are appetizing and healthy. Your own lunch deserves just as much care. These tips can help you create easy bypass-friendly sack lunches to take to work.
Have these helpful items on hand:

An insulated lunch bag
A small spoon, fork and knife
A set of small containers with tight-fitting lids
Plastic baggies
An insulated beverage container (unless you stick to Water bottles)
Once a week: Figure out how many days you will need to take a lunch to work in the coming week. Plan your lunch menus, make a shopping list and get the groceries you need
The night before: What can you do so that packing your lunch is easier in the morning?

Measure your chicken breast
Pack a serving of leftovers from dinner in a small container with a tight-fitting lid
Wash and cut some fruit and vegetables
Pack your utensils and a bottle of water
Count your crackers
Portable protein: Just as it does when you’re at home, Protein comes first when you’re on the go. These are some ideas for brown baggers.

Tuna or chicken in cans or pouches
Hard-boiled eggs
(If you have a fridge at work): cottage cheese
Fat-free canned refried Beans or low-sodium pinto, black or garbanzo beans
Low-fat string cheese or light Laughing Cow cheese
Lean ham or turkey breast
Leftover grilled chicken or fish
Peanut Butter
If you’re still in the pureed foods stage, try lentil Soup, Protein shakes, hummus and Greek yogurt.
Nutritious combinations: Combine your Protein with vegetables, fruits and whole grains for their Fiber and other nutrients

Dip and raw vegetables, such as carrot and celery sticks, grape tomatoes and cauliflower florets
salad with chicken or tuna and shredded low-fat cheese
Peanut butter on whole grain crackers or with apple slices
Ham and low-fat cheese rolled up in a small whole-grain tortilla
Greek yogurt with high-fiber Cereal or melon
One-half small whole-wheat bagel with fat-free cream cheese and canned salmon
If you’re post-op and not at the solid foods stage yet, try fat-free cottage cheese with pureed canned peaches, fat-free refried Beans with low-fat shredded cheddar cheese and instant oatmeal with skim milk and Protein powder.
Have extras on hand. You might get stuck working late or unable to make your planned lunch-time trip to a grocery store. Stash protein-containing Snacks at work for those occasions. Protein Bars and powder, canned tuna and chicken, roasted soybeans and almonds provide protein and do not need refrigeration, so you can keep them at work or in the car.
Lunch after weight loss surgery can be a disaster if you opt for fast food or whatever’s in the vending machine, plan, but you can easily pack a healthy lunch that fits into your diet. Plan ahead, have the containers and utensils you need and focus on lean protein and other nutritious choices so that your lunch supports weight loss.
Keep the Forums Positive!
You come to RNYTalk.com for information and support. Unlike many other online forums, RNYTalk.com maintains a positive atmosphere and has zero tolerance for rudeness. We welcome anyone who is interested in weight loss surgery, regardless of their personal beliefs about it. When you see a post that is inappropriate or offensive, please report it using the “report post” link located at the bottom of the post.
We realize and appreciate that nearly all members try hard to be welcoming, helpful and polite. These are a few tips to help you avoid avoid accidentally saying something that can be hurtful to another member.

Say, “my surgeon told me…,” not, “the only right way is…”
Say, “I think I would choose …,” not, “You made the wrong choice.”
Say, “Have you considered…?,” not, “You’re not ready for your weight loss journey.”
Say, “I have found that …,” not, “The right way is …”
Each of these statements let you give your own opinion and advice without accusing other members of doing something wrong. Thank you for keeping the boards positive!
That’s what we have for this month’s newsletter. Thank you for reading it and for your contributions to the board! You can always check out the old newsletters in the archive section. Take care of yourself and each other!
Sincerely,
Alex

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AWESOME!!

I have finally lost more weight than I have left to lose... I had 205 lbs to lose...and I've lost 106...ONLY 99lbs to go!!! WOOO HOOOO!! I have less than a 100 lbs to lose for the first time in many years!!
I know it's not exciting for anyone else...but I just wanted to share!!!

Yay! Weighed this morning and down to #140.4!!! I've upped my carbs and lost 8#in 2 weeks. Finally not overweight; although my left over flab tells me differently.....

I know what will happen to us this winter. We will all leave the house wrapped up like ralphies brother in a Christmas story. . Won't we look cute!

So I have a wedding to go to in two weeks so I have been hesitant to buy one until last night. It was a size 16 instead of a 24. That's almost ten sizes since January. I can't believe it. Thank God.