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Thanks for that insight. I knew that with the bypass that sugar was out forever for most bypass people and I had tortured myself with the Atkins plan long enough to realize that saying no to certain things is not up my alley. I have to be able to slip without it making me sick, I mean I still get sick with fish, bread and oil, but a finger down the throat seems to do it most times. When I was on Atkins, I gave up sugar and when I got off, I needed it like a crack head. That wasn't the route for me and the bypass wasn't and probably still isn't. I just wish I had the motivation to get all of my weight off like I started off with. I lack motivation. I haven't gained an ounce, but stuck at where I left off due to lack of motivation. I think it will come back when I have had enough, just not there yet and still going through a lot of employment stresses doesn't help either. Can't wait to get my head in the game again!

I'm hanging in there. Still at the same weight since I last posted. I saw your photos and thought to myself, why I didn't get the bypass instead of the sleeve where I probably would have realized a greater weight loss. Still fine as ever though but would like to reach goal before I settle for this fineness right here ;0!

Pupi, you are my inspiration! You have done it and I am so proud of you. I remember when you were fighting in the beginning and in the middle of your weight loss. You should be so very proud of yourself - PLUS you look great and wow, a wedding to boot!!! Congrats!

Same here! We had it bad the past two years and now it's yous guys! It's been cold and little snow around here. I don't mind that too much...

I can't do Zumba or anything intense on the knees. Zumba is fun with the right instructor but not if you have one that lacks staying on beat Glad you are having fun!

Thank you everyone for all of your kind words of support. My mind wants to exercise and do the 5-day pouch test to jumpstart my process all over again. Another thing that I found encouraging is watching those shows "600-lb Life" it is making me want to just get moving. I'm coming along and truly believe that I will get there really soon. Thanks again!

You are one hot mama!!!

Pictures please!

I'm glad you're feeling better Pup! Surgery can set you back from your goal. What I am loving about my weight is that I must be at a set-point because I'm at the same place even during the holiday treats. Thank goodness! I know that if I just get on a machine, stuff will start melting off, I just need the motivation to stick with it for a bit. I don't beat myself up too hard because we are living a human existence/experience and I'm quite happy with the way that I look and feel, but wouldn't it be nice to get those extra poundages off?

Being Human!

Whoa Ma'ma!!! Hot-Cha!!!!

When you're ready! You'll know.

Thanks Pup, more things continue t happen here and questions how long I should stick it out. The interview went very good but they went with another candidate, yet I still push for other opportunities when they arise. I am slowly getting back to my post op diet by cutting out one bad habit after another. I haven't gained any weight and actually lost a couple of pounds, but it's still not good enough. I'm hoping the new year will be for the better and I can CATCH A BREAK! Hope all is well with you Ms. Sexy

Stop!!!!

Yep, I am thinking that I need to stay away from the plus sizes because a 16-18 in these sizes are too baggy. I believe that to accommodate for our waist sizes in this new America they had to make some sizing alterations. I am 6'0" - 246 pounds and fitting in a size 16. This is unfathomable, plus, I am moving to a regular size 18 shortly because the fit in the legs and waist don't work any longer. It makes it hard to find the right fit when shopping.

Popcorn, blue chips/sweet potato chips, and fruit - yes, fruit!

No, I'm still working @proudgrammy through the merger. I am the last of the team that is still here and because of this, I may actually be offered a better opportunity where I report to only one person only and become permanent. "...only one standing and things are looking up which means down in pounds..." I also interviewed for another position that I hope to hear from by either tomorrow or Wednesday of next week, so it's looking up for me!

I'm still surprised about this, but glad you made it through! Get well soon!

Thanks, I took the week off so I could get away from it all for a bit, plus had an interview last week too. Yay! Just a lot of other stuff going on that's getting in the way of weight loss right now, but yeah, thanks again.

Snaps!

@Ginger Snaps, I have started cleaning more...funny! Ah, but yeah, I need to stop the madness!

Believe it! Good Job!!!

Congrats!

@mbrinmn, I am going to put that in my calendar right now! Good Luck with everything.

Finally...it took you a minute. Must feel good! Good job Pup!