wombat712

It sounds like you could be reaching "full". Drinking when you are full or stuck is a no-no because it only makes it worse! My doc says I have to wait 15min after eating before I can drink anything. Also, if you are getting stuck a lot you may not need another fill. How much are you able to eat at one time? You mentioned that you were a good chewer but are you also taking small bites? Just some things to think about

Day of surgery weight: 206 One month post-op : 190 Pounds lost from surgery: 16 Calories at one month: 600 - 800 max I'm happy with the rate of loss. Of course I would like for it to be faster but my body needs time to adjust and I have mini plateaus (spelling?)

I go anywhere that I used to go. I don't do as much fast food as I used to. If it's a sandwhich I always remove the top bread and eat w/a knife and fork. I haven't found a restaurant yet that will let me order from the kids menu despite having the card from my doctor. Very frustrating. I order full size meals and either share with my 10yr old or take it home for leftovers. I have trouble with steak so I don't eat that out but I can eat just about anything else besides soft bread.

Most of my family have been supportive. My hubby is the best I just want him to stop policing my food! My twin sister is starting to get a little jealous. She has always been the smaller one. Mom asked her this weekend at what point would I be smaller than her and she said never. That she was going to start losing weight. HA!! 20#'s little chica and I will be where she's at!!! And it's killing her!!!!!!!

I'm so sorry to hear you are having such a bad day!! You are such a motivator and inspiration to me and others on this board. I do the same things. I immediately look for chocolate, and then on to the queso. (A horrible habit I picked up when I quit smoking almost 5 years ago - one addiction for another). My thoughts and Prayers are with you {{hugs}} wombat

Yea for you!!!!!! {hugs} wombat

Definitely tell her!! You might get lucky and she backs out (woohoo)!! I have the same disease and it is SOOOOOOO hard to say no!! Can you post a link to your website? I would love to see what you have made. I love to sew as well but I am no good at clothing. Good luck!! wombat

senorita and its my time: Can you post details on the good doc and Dr. Maese? I will be looking for a doc in the area in about 7 months when I'm done with my "free fills" in Houston. I'm so sorry for your experience, but hopefully your postings can help someone else! {{hugs}} wombat

My hubby was against it at first. Mostly because he feared the unknown and electing surgery just seemed crazy to him. He made a couple of stupid comments like just diet and exercise. I did restrain from hitting him Once I started researching the lap-band and giving him all the details and stats, he started doing his own research. He was actually the one who located my doctor. By this time he was completely on board and we just needed financing. He's not worried that I will leave him or he hasn't expressed it. I am down 3 sizes (sometimes 4 sizes) and he is appreciating the new view I am only on 2 medications now that I will take for life - weight loss can't cure everything :Banane11: Good luck to you!! {{hugs}}

I went to college in Memphis so I helped them out for a bit. I lived in Baltimore for a year when I was first married and gained plenty of weight there. I'm surprised the Dallas area wasn't on the list though.

I have seen a couple of those episodes. Everyone falls off the wagon or has a cheat meal. I don't have issues with that at all. I do have an issue with the ones who are just blatant, obstinate, and act like it's all a big game! Watching those shows is one of the reasons I opted to get the band vs. bypass. They can gain it all back - of course we can too if we just stop going for fills.

I want to run a 5k (gotta start small) I am planning on getting my kids envolved in the Couch to 5K workout so they can do it with me. I want to play golf (I am WAY to large chested to properly swing a club - hmmm, not sure that's going away though) I want to learn tennis - rather than just chasing the stinkin' yellow ball around!!

Welcome Glohomar and fatmary!!!!!! God IS Good!! {{hugs}} Geneva <><

I was told the same - only 3 meals and no Snacks. I have snacks if I'm hungry. I drink a v-8 or have a piece of low-cal cheese, pretzels, etc. I have trouble with fruit so I haven't done that much. If I'm hungry I eat something otherwise I will not make a good choice at the next meal!!

Sleepy - I am so happy for you!! Only four more days to go!! What a treat you will have to be going through this with your sister!! That in itself is a blessing You will have someone who ABSOLUTELY understands EXACTLY what you are going through. Everyone else can sympathise and be supportive but you will have a special gift!! Dear Heavenly Father, I pray that the doctor's hands are guided by You and that these lovely ladies will be brought quickly through the surgery. I pray your healing powers on these ladies to have a speedy recovery. I ask Father, that you use both of them as an instrument of Your will for your Honor and Glory. I pray this in your name, Jesus Christ, Amen. Hugs!! Geneva <><

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Suzzie I am right there with you on the sugary foods! I could barely eat the Thanksgiving meal. Everyone was looking at me with that "so sad" look on their faces. I just got up and started cleaning up the kitchen. I did drink refills, etc. just to keep me busy. But .... 20 minutes later I ate my piece of pumpkin pie with NOOOOO problem and of course they made a comment about that. Yep - the crap goes right on through without a problem. It was a little depressing but in the end I feel free-er.

Holly - those were beautiful prayers!! I made it through Thanksgiving. I was barely able to eat all of that mountainous of food that I prepared. I was so greatful. It took me almost 30 minutes to eat a small portion of each of my favorites. I feel stronger knowing the food doesn't have the hold on me that it used to!! Thanks so much for your prayers! I pray God's blessings to be poured out on each and every one of us today! Geneva <><

OMG - tucking in a shirt ?!?!? What a great NSV! Right now I wouldn't be caught dead with a tucked in shirt Congrats to you whosayadaddy!!

I give a hybrid of money and gifts to my kids (14 & 10). They are extremely careful and conservative with their own money. (certainly not that way with my money). They make a list (neither believe in Santa), they both save small items for great-grandma to afford since she's on a fixed budget. My son's list is usually expensive, so I give him a reality check and he usually has to do a second draft (poor kid). Even without a list, I like to surprise them with something that I know they would like - they just didn't think of it. My daughter loves art, loves to draw and create things - I bought her an art set with acrylic paints and I'm going to buy her art lessons to teach her how to use them. She's only 10 but this will make her year. And, of course, it's not anywhere on her list. I probably have one of the smallest budgets on my children - I budget $150 for Christmas for each of them. I have a lot of family so even with that I will spend close to $1000 when I'm being conservative. It's not about how much and I am certainly against all of the commercialism of Christmas. I am a Christian and I want my children and family to remember what it's all about. With that being said, I LOVE this time of year. I love the decorations, the atmosphere and the music - it just brings me joy. Yikes - I got a little long winded - please forgive me

OMG - I've never heard of such a thing!! That story was awful - I can't even imagine how the family must feel. Do you think he could do it safely by adding salt or whatever to keep his levels normal?

Such a blessing that must be to homeschool. I couldn't afford to not work to do that with my children. My kids are wonderful and have always been well behaved so I know that it would have been a wonderful experience. My sister's children - not so much; out of control; don't listen etc. You couldn't PAY me enough to try and home school them, lol. I pray God's Blessings be poured out on each of us this day and tomorrow. Geneva <><

I started using the head and shoulders yesterday!!! Bring on the hair growth!!!!! Thanks again KACEE!! :bounce:

PLEASE don't take this the wrong way...I just don't want anyone to be disappointed or feel like they've failed if they don't make their goal. No offense taken I know that it's a stretch for me to lose 12 pounds in that short of time. But, I originally had that goal set for my birthday on 2/23 so I am ahead of schedule!! I know that I work better under pressure so why not push myself just a little harder ?! I only WIN with this Godsend of a Band :phone: Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

I gurgle when I'm eating, drinking or just sitting around. I think even my spit has to gurgle on through the band. I don't feel too tight but I make lots of noises. It's embarrassing if I open my mouth to speak and a gurgle comes out first Oh well - I'm half way to goal and I wouldn't trade my gurgle for anything!!!