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Happy by pharrell and partition by beyonce! Gets you going every time

Happy by pharrell and partition by beyonce! Gets you going every time

I know it's high in saturated fat, but if I have the time, I am a fan of bacon and sausages.
Taking a leaf out of my asian friends' book (and 'cause I worked out there for years), I am a massive fan of Asian omelette's.
Standard omelette with cheese, but add green peppers (or capsicums) and fresh green chilies (not that jalepeno rubbish! Real chillies!). Serve with a 1/4 of a tortilla (it's hard to get fresh naan bread first thing in the morning!). YUM!
Alternatively and if I'm feeling naughty and I get up late, it's actually half a ham and cheese toasted sandwich. I take my carbs in the morning. I'm good with that...
If I'm feeling virtuous. Its yoghurt and frozen berries. Tastes like ice cream to me
I guess that's pretty dull on balance, but they beat the Quest bars and Protein shakes. I am so sick of those things!

You go girl!!! You look fab !

Hey everyone
Its been over a year now since my surgery. Ive lost over 100 lbs and I am now at my goal weight!! This surgery has definitevly changed my life and its the best thing I have EVER done! If anyone has any questions dont hesitate

You go girl. That's motivation for my a!! Congrats!!

So... This week made 9 months post op VSG-- LOVE my little sleeve (Mikey). Getting enough Protein but slacking a little on the Water intake (which I'm paying for this week w/ heart palpitations). I'm exercising most days a week, which I'm really enjoying.
I've been getting random complements from strangers-- that's cool. And I love walking in heels all day long. Lol.
I still don't (and won't) eat any breads, Pasta, rice, or potatoes. I've only lost 1 lb in the past month-- but as long as the scale is moving downward, I'm happy.
Oh, and I ate crawfish for the first time since surgery-- yum. I managed to get through King Cake season w/o giving in & I'm finding Lent a little easier on the diet. lol
New goals:
- increase Water intake from 40 oz to 60 oz
- lose 2 lbs by the 1st week of May (my next follow up appointment)
- save $$ for plastic surgery

Such an awesome Journey with my husband! Any other couples sleeved together?

Just wanted to send an updated pic

Hello everyone!
I am so pleased to report out on my 3 month post-op progress. Let me begin by saying that going into this surgery my medical situation was grim. While I had no documented medical issues, my body hurt from head to toe. I was tired all the time, my mind was foggy and I was just truly unhappy with the way I looked.
I will be honest, I only followed the pre op diet for two days. I just couldn't do it. That was going on knowing I might suffer the consequences for my actions. When I fell asleep on the operating table I was craving all types of foods but I woke a different person.
In the past 3 months, my aches and pains have vanished. I can exercise and keep up with others when walking. I can shop in regular clothing stores (down from a 20 to a 14). I can look myself in the mirror and last but not least my boss has noticed that my work product and ambition is through the roof. I'm unstoppable.
For those of you having any doubts about this surgery I hope I can be a testament to its miracle. To those of you whom I have followed on this site and have served as an inspiration to me. Thank you!
I hope you enjoy the pictures of my progress so far!

I have to say I did walk in Lane Bryant today and turned around and walked right back out. That alone was awesome. Unfortunately my upper half is still on the border line as I have the boobs from hell and shoulders of a right tackle but that too will get better...Had no clue there was such a thing as a 1X.

So this may sound silly but I walked into Old Navy and walked out with a pair of boyfriend jeans and a new shirt. I have to say I teared up in the middle of the mall. The hubs just smiled and hugged me. It was greatness. I haven't ever got to buy something for me once there. It was awesome.

Sleeved 2/10
Able to eat all foods however my taste buds have changed drastically. Moderate Reflux heartburn taking meds now. Trying to learn to eat and chew slow still. I started spin class and that was a mistake. Was in pain for a week. I'm back to just walking . 24 lbs down since surgery. I'm pleased and won't complain. I did cut my hair off so 5 lbs might have been tied up in there lol. Happy sleeving!

Sleeved 2/10
Able to eat all foods however my taste buds have changed drastically. Moderate Reflux heartburn taking meds now. Trying to learn to eat and chew slow still. I started spin class and that was a mistake. Was in pain for a week. I'm back to just walking . 24 lbs down since surgery. I'm pleased and won't complain. I did cut my hair off so 5 lbs might have been tied up in there lol. Happy sleeving!

I was February 19. So it was 3 weeks out yesterday.
I'm in the soft food stage. So soft fish, shrimp, tuna, canned chicken, lunch meat, etc. I have yet to find a food on my list that disagrees with my new tummy. With this stage I'm finally able to get my Proteins in. I'm also obsessed with minute maid light lemonade. Since I bought it, I've been able to get my fluids in finally as well.
Only complaint is the biggest incision on my left side still hurts. A lot. Like, I still take pain meds for it often. I've asked my doc if it's normal, and apparently it is, unfortunately.
Haven't started exercising yet. I have to call tomorrow to make any appointment with the physiologist.
My NSV would be that my jacket doesn't feel like it's mine, cause its big. And my clothes feel bigger. I can walk up two flights of stairs at school without getting winded. And all the compliments I've gotten, mostly from my pcp who I haven't seen since a bit before surgery.
All my friends and family are so supportive and happy for me, it's awesome.
I'm down 37 lbs in 5 weeks, and I couldn't be happier. It's absolutely amazing, and I'm so glad I made this choice. All the healthy foods I've had the last few days have all tasted good, and I actually crave them, and not the shitty foods. It's amazing how it seems that the switch has been flipped in my brain.

You look amazing! Kudos to you!

Active with your Kiddos?? You became one. Those pics look like mother / daughter.

Yesterday was my 6 month surgiversary and I cannot be more pleased with this journey. I have so much more energy, have discovered a hidden runner inside me, am more active with my kiddos, and all-around more confident.

Right now it's this girl is on fire by Alicia Keys. Looks like a girl, but she's a flame to bright, she can burn your eyes better look the other way you can try but you'll never forget her name …… =) I LOVE all music.

Girl wear what you want!! Only the man above can judge you! If they make you feel wonderful then go for it! (Smaller size please)

Carolinagirl I agree with you! I'm surprised NC didn't make it

Carolinagirl I agree with you! I'm surprised NC didn't make it

North Carolina for $100 Alex.............

Girl you look great!!!! Omg! I'm a month out I can't wait to wear a bathing suit

Jessica
show off!!!!
great pic
lookin' terrific
keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life
kathy
congrats