georgia girl

Well, guys.........I didn't make it :mad: I'm still at 266, so maybe I will have better luck with the next one. CONGRATULATIONS JEANNIE!!!!!

It really depends on how aggressive your surgeon is with fills. Mine wasn't very aggressive. I did notice a little difference with my first fill, but it didn't last long. I've had 5 fills with a total of 6.5cc in my band. It is totally normal for you to feel hungry right now and to eat more. Once my swelling went down from the initial surgery, it felt like I didn't even have a band. Alfie is right, you are going through bandster hell right now. I promise you, it does get better. Hang in there!

I plan on starting up the atkins again on Sunday or Monday. I can start eating solids tomorrow, but on Saturday, hubby and I are going to a Valentine's Banquet (paid 12 bucks a plate to eat, so I'm gonna). I'll probably just make a clean start on Monday. I stocked up on those stuffed chicken breast, I hope I can tolerate them after this fill. My mom and dad have a small chicken farm, so I get all the free eggs I want, so I'll probably be eating a lot of eggs too! I'm ready to get that scale movin in the right direction!

Those brothers on the show really get on my nerves. They "think" they have this in the bag and that they are untouchable. Cockiness and arrogance drives me nuts! I think they would screw over anyone who gets in their way. One of them kinda smarted off at Alison Sweeney this past week. I really don't care for anyone on the blue team. I hope the black team blows them out of the water!

Lindypie I agree with WestCoastFatGuy. I don't think 3-6 baby spoonfuls of food 3x a day is enough. That's not even enough for a baby! You've only had one fill, right? How many cc's of Fluid is in your band and what size band do you have? I don't know how aggressive your doctor is with each fill, but there is no way I could have eaten that small amount of food after one fill. I've already have 5 fills and I still eat a lot more than that and I've been able to lose weight pretty consistantly. It's just my opinion, but I don't think that is enough. I think you should talk to your surgeon and express your concerns to him.

Losing, you are one brave lady. I don't think I could go without my scales! It's crazy because I used to hate the scales (sometimes I still do), but now I just have to weigh at least 3 times a week, some weeks I weigh everyday :cursing: I think I've become addicted to weighing..........especially if I'm having a really good week. How long are you going to go without weighing?

They are really good. I'm really craving them but I'm supposed to be on liquids through tomorrow. How long do you guys have to be on liquids after a fill?

Okay, I posted a list of our stats on the original post. You guys can just post your update and I will update the list. This way, we don't use up so much space copying and pasting the whole list every time we have an update. Good luck everyone!!!!

Welcome Mia!!! "Green" Day Challenge! Kimmie Starting weight: 274 Current Weight: 274 Green Day Weight: 260 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 14 lbs __________________ Hazeleyegrl1 Starting Weight: 218.5 Current Weight: 218.5 Green Day Weight: 204.5 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. __________________ Georgia Girl Starting Weight: 266 Current Weight: 266 Green Day Weight: 254 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. __________________ Jeannie1976 Starting weight: 235 Current Weight: 235 Green Day Weight: 225 (but I can't even imagine it! DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 10 lbs __________________ Mia31771 Starting Weight - 354.6 Current Weight- 354.6 Green Day Weight: 342.6 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 12 lbs

Welcome and good luck!!!!

They are in a box, 2 chicken breast per box. I think there are 4 different flavors: spinach and artichoke, bacon and cheese, mushroom and cheese, and a jalapeno one. Here's what they look like:

Certainly........the more the merrier! I was in your same situation when this thread was first started, I think I ate tuna for 3 or 4 days until I could buy more groceries, lol! Anyways, welcome!

Mia- Exercise is key. I haven't been able to exercise, due to a leg injury, for the past couple of week and I can really tell. The scales haven't moved in the right direction and I just don't feel as good. I hope I am able to start soon! Are you going to participate in the http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f97/green-day-challenge-52203/? It is open to everyone and maybe it will keep you motivated until your next fill. I think it is just what I need to keep me on track. If you are interested, post your stats on the challenge thread and I'll update the list. Everyone is different, but I was able to tell a difference when I hit 5ccs. I am now at 6.5cc and I think/hope I am at my "sweet spot". Only 2 weeks, hang in there, you can do it!

I am on Actos plus Metformin and I have been noticing that I get light-headed sometimes. I had a fill yesterday, so I am on liquids for a couple of days and I have noticed I feel a bit sluggish since I'm not eating. How long do you have to do the optifast? Maybe you should talk to your sugeon about it. There are other diets, that include eating meals, that can shrink your liver. My surgeon required the Sugar Busters Diet for 2 weeks and it worked wonderfully.

Hey guys! I got a fill yesterday and I'm hoping it's just what I need to get back on track! I won't post my food right now because I'm on liquids today and tomorrow. I may try to eat dinner tomorrow night, I dunno yet. I'm definitely going to be watching my carbs when I start eating again. Until then, I'm drinking my low carb slim fast shakes and water. I think I may take a day off every couple of weeks, just so I don't feel too deprived! Lookin forward to low carbin it again with you guys!

Kimmie- I just noticed our starting weights are the same!

Kimmie, you look great!!! Here is my progress so far. The first picture (sorry it's so blurry) was me at 330 lbs and the second picture was taken a few weeks ago at 270.

"Green" Day Challenge! Kimmie Starting weight: 274 Current Weight: 274 Green Day Weight: 260 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 14 lbs __________________ Hazeleyegrl1 Starting Weight: 218.5 Current Weight: 218.5 Green Day Weight: 204.5 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. __________________ Georgia Girl Starting Weight: 266 Current Weight: 266 Green Day Weight: 254 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. __________________ Jeannie1976 Starting weight: 235 Current Weight: 235 Green Day Weight: 225 (but I can't even imagine it! DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 10 lbs

Mia, it's really tough when you are in bander hell! Maybe since they've already given you a fill, they will let you go ahead and start doing 2 week assessments. It's a lot easier when you have decent restriction. Sometimes it takes a couple of weeks for a fill to kick in, maybe yours will? It doesn't work that way for everyone, so I don't know. Let us know how the appt. goes, okay!

Kimmie- I think we were changing stats at the same time, lol!

Okay, guys..........the scales are up 2 lbs :smile:. I had a terrible week last week and I am paying for it. I did get a fill yesterday, so I'm hoping it will help. I don't think I am going to make my goal, but I am on liquids for another day so maybe I will at least get back down to 264. Anyway, I'm still better off than I was when I started. I went ahead and posted my stats on the St. Patty's Day challenge thread. I am definitely going to stay more focused this time.

"Green" Day Challenge! Kimmie Starting weight: 274 Current Weight: 274 Green Day Weight: 260 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 14 lbs __________________ Hazeleyegrl1 Starting Weight: 218.5 Current Weight: 218.5 Green Day Weight: 204.5 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. __________________ Georgia Girl Starting Weight: 266 Current Weight: 266 Green Day Weight: 254 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs.

I'm so glad everyone likes the idea of the challenge! I am going to definitely work on ways to "go green" during this challenge and I plan to carry this on way past the challenge. One thing I'm going to better, is to use more natural light by opening up the blinds. I'm really bad about leaving lights on and I am going to make a conscious effort to use less electricity. I'm also going to recycle. I already use the energy saving light bulb and wash in cold Water when possible. I'm really excited about this and I can't wait to get started!! I am going to continue to try to meet my Sweetheart goal, but I'm up 2 lbs due to a very bad week of food choices. I think I am going to go ahead and post my stats here and start working on this goal too! "Green" Day Challenge! Kimmie Starting weight: 275 Current Weight: 275 Green Day Weight: 263 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 12 lbs Hazeleyegrl1 Starting Weight: 218.5 Current Weight: 218.5 Green Day Weight: 204.5 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs. Georgia Girl Starting Weight: 266 Current Weight: 266 Green Day Weight: 254 DOWN so far: 0 lbs. LBS to go: 12 lbs.

Mia, I'm pretty much always up late! I can never go to bed early, sometimes I wish I could though! Glad you are joining us!

Okay, this challenge will start on Feb. 15th and last through St. Patrick's Day (March 17th). The whole focus of this challenge is "green". The Shamrock is the symbol of Ireland. Since it is a 3 leaf clover, I thought.....why not let it symbolize our weight loss goal. The goal is to lose 3 lbs per week, which would total a 12 lb loss for the entire goal. I also thought it would be a good idea to try to eat more "green" foods. Foods like lettuce, spinach, broccoli, green beans, etc. These food are typically harder to eat for some of us, but very healthy. So if you can tolerate it, let's give it a try! Last but not least, I thought it would be a wonderful idea to give back to the environment. Let's "go green" for one month. Simple, everyday changes can make a big difference. Here are just a few: 1.)Change the thermostat setting by lowering it by a few degrees in winter and raising it a few degrees in summer. 2.)Wash clothes in cold water when possible. 3.)Use longer-lasting, low-energy compact fluorescent light bulbs. 4.)Reduce electricity by using more natural light. 5.)Recycle. These are just a few simple changes that can improve our environment greatly. Okay everyone, LET'S GET STARTED!!! "Green" Day Challenge! Kimmie :biggrin: Starting weight: 274 Current Weight: 262 Green Day Weight: 262 DOWN So Far: 12 lbs LBS TO GO: 0 lbs __________________ Hazeleyegrl1 Starting Weight: 218.5 Current Weight: 208 Green Day Weight: 206.5 DOWN so far: 10.5 lbs. LBS to go: 1.5 lbs. __________________ georgia girl :wink2: Starting Weight: 266 Current Weight: 254 Green Day Weight: 254 DOWN so far: 12 lb. LBS to go: 0 lbs. __________________ Jeannie1976 Starting weight: 235 Current Weight: 228 Green Day Weight: 225 DOWN So Far: 7 lbs LBS TO GO: 3 lbs __________________ Mia31771 :Dancing_chief: Starting Weight - 354.6 Current Weight- 338 Green Day Weight: 342.6 DOWN So Far: 16.6 lbs LBS TO GO: 0 lbs __________________ Btlbailey Starting Weight - 260 Current Weight- 260 Green Day Weight: 248 DOWN So Far: 0 lbs LBS TO GO: 12 lbs __________________ Chocolate_Snaps Starting weight: 284 Current Weight: 274 Green Day Weight: 268 DOWN So Far: 10 lbs LBS TO GO: 6 lbs __________________ Renewedhope Starting weight: 213 current Weight: 206 Green Day Weight: 201 DOWN So Far: 7 LBS TO GO: 5 __________________ darr5380 :Dancing_wub: Starting Weight: 189.5 Current Weight: 176 Green Day Weight: 180 DOWN So Far: 13.5 LBS TO GO: 0