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I've been screwing up... Bad! I'm not making great choices, not meeting my protein requirements and I haven't been to the gym in three weeks. I see so many of my bad habits creeping back and my weight loss has stalled for two weeks because of it. I guess I just wanted to confess as I know this is all part of the journey. I signed myself up for a 5k mud run in September. I'm hoping it will encourage me to get my butt back in the gym and start making healthier food choices. Has anyone been back to visit their psych since surgery? I was thinking of scheduling an appointment to help me work through the messed up relationship I have with food. I know the sleeve will only get me so far and if I really want to be healthy and happy, it's going to take a lot of hard work and a new outlook on nutrition. Thanks for letting me vent. Hope you all are doing well. xxxooo Mary

Hey Ladies! Tons of barely worn or never worn clothes primarily from Lane Bryant in sizes 22/24 and 18/20 Maxi dresses Summer dresses Capris Jeans Leggings Short sleeve tops I also have exercise pants/capris in 2x and 22/24 that got much more wear that I'll give away for free if you'll pay the shipping. Email maryallisondixon@gmail.com for pictures of specific items. I've included a few here.

Just wanted to recommend a few new cookbooks I got from Amazon today. I've already marked several recipes and an planning a big grocery trip and day of cooking Sunday. Weight Loss Surgery Cookbook for Dummies is great! Easy recipes, includes nutrition background and helpful hints about each diet phase. Eating Well After Weight Loss Surgery- recipes are a little more difficult and many require a food processors and an experimental palate. Love the desert and sauces recipes. Never thought I could have a "healthy" cheesecake. Again, nutritional facts are included as well as helpful hints about each diet phase. Both books make recipes for four servings so it's perfect for your family or to refrigerate and have for leftovers. Happy Cooking!!!

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More photos... Sizes range from 18-26. Some clothes never worn, worn once. Email me for pricing. Maryallisondixon@gmail.com

Sorry, jeans and capris are 18/20 and 22/24.

To follow up on my previous post, I have jeans and capris in 18/20 for $10. Most are Lane Bryant and rarely worn. Tops are XXL from Lane Bryant, Forever 21 or Macy's and are $5. Maxi dresses are 22/24 from Lane Bryant and $20. Short dresses are from Lane Bryant and Macy's and are $15. Here are more pics:

Can we make that a beach destination??? Now that we're all trimming down, might as well show off our goodies!!! You are so great for doing this!!!! I wish there was a way we could all get together to have a time of celebration!!!!!!

HW 317 SW 291 CW 234

Praying for you Fostermama. Let us know how the appointment goes.

You mean like significantly different sized boobs and a pocket of flab on the top of my inner thighs??? Nope, don't have ANY idea what you're talking about.

No loss this week while on vacation but had a terrific time!!!

Shelby- I too felt the wrath of the slider at the movie theatre a few days ago. It's was my first time having popcorn since surgery and I assured my friend that he should only get a small since there was no way I'd be able to eat more than two fist fulls. Well- he got a medium and I'll be damned if I didn't help him finish the bag. This was my first time experiencing that feeling since surgery. Even after leaving the movie, I was ready for dinner. Needless to say, my tryst with popcorn was short lived. Won't be doing that again! . 12/17/13....Felipe the Sleeve was born. 3 months is creeping up fast!!!! Down 50lbs... Weight loss has slowed considerably since I discovered the real dangers of sliders.... Pork rinds, pickles, mini triscits and buttered popcorn... I just had to tell Felipe "no more!" So were back at the gym, preparing for a 5k, shopping, wearing a size 12!...and respecting the journey always. Shelby

Had a great day of hiking in Sedona. Such a beautiful and spiritual place. I stood on top of one of the rock formations in awe, not only of the beauty of Sedona but of myself and being able to do something that four months ago would not have been impossible. The possibilities ahead are limitless and I look forward to each milestone.

HW: 317 SW: 291 CW: 238.5 So proud of our group. Our numbers are incredible! Keep up the great work December Sleevers!!!

My goal this month is to work with a personal trainer to increase my strength training in addition to my cardio 4-5 x per week.

Is there a March fitness challenge started? Wasn't able to find anything while searching.

My surgery was Dec 2. Just had my 3 month checkup Friday and felt so great leaving the office. I feel like I have a team of cheerleaders there but I always leave with something to work on too. I'm in Jeffersonville, so just a few minutes from the bridge. They also have support group meetings monthly but I haven't been able to go due to my strange work hours. I hope to get to one once my schedule clears up this summer. I was JUST looking up Baptist East's next seminar! Several years ago when I was looking into the lapband (06/07?) I went there and liked their program but at the time all they did was lapband and I didn't think it was for me. Probably should have gone with them first lol I'm in Scottsburg. How long ago was your surgery?

I'm so sorry you've gone through this. I'm in Southern Indiana as well and had surgery at Baptist East Hospital in Louisville by Dr. John Oldham. I really can't say enough great things about him or his practice. I highly recommend you reach out to them for aftercare. They have a dietician and psychologist on-site that I've also found extremely helpful through this journey. Best of luck to you and God bless.

HW 317 SW 291 CW 242 Sleeved 12/2

One of my favorite recipes now is a low fat white chili but goodness does it wreak havoc on my digestion! I work from home and I have to make sure I have no calls scheduled for at least an hour after lunch due to the noise from my throat down to my tummy. No bowel issues, just embarrassingly loud gurgling. I also have this problem when taking meds and vitamins. I suppose my sips of water are too big but boy, the bariatric multi-vitamins are giant!

Celebrating my birthday and a nice loss this week! Life is good! HW: 317 SW: 291 CW: 244.5

No loss this week... But no gain either HW 317 SW 291 CW 248

I'm at the gym 5x a week. 5 days 30 minutes on the elliptical, 3x includes weight training.