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exactly - i'm at the same fill level right now as when i woke up from surgery = 3.5cc's. he said i should never have to go above 5; but told me today that maintaining is even trickier than losing.....i think he's right.:biggrin:

thank you beth! my dr used the same words today "said i was his hero" and i got goose dimples. cause when i had to stand on the scale i told him i gained - and he said that would be normal .. but no i dropped 3lbs and i'm in PMS mode. i went from 7.2ccs to 1.5 in a wks time - i had an infection in my ear that went to my chest and i had swollen up around my band from coughing too much. ebony - i have ankylosing spondylitis - spinal arthritis. pain is there; but i have found i have more issues when NOT active vs decent activity. arthritis is an issue that can't be cured only managed - my PCP suggests exercise; so i do it. don't want to be my mom who couldn't walk & chew gum at the same time - never active in her life, and is now held together w/pins due to RA.

i did have surgery the same days as my husband, in fact his was an hr right after mine. my husband's company provides a car service for him to/from airport, so we just contracted them out to drop us off - wait for us; take us home. our's was same day surgery. kinda crazy taking a limo for a lapband, but we & our surgeon still laugh about it. since we kept this private from family & friends at first; we didn't want to solicit anyones help. odd i know - but that was DH's request. i am SOOOOOO glad we did this together, not that a few wks apart wouldn't have been a bad idea - but we have no children...so one didn't have to be a caretaker for anyone other than themself. if i did have a kid, i would ask for help / babysitting assistance..... the first 2 days we looked at each like "what did we just do to ourselves" - but over time; i couldn't imagine going through this w/out him! word of advice - get your pain meds filled in advance. cause hubby was a bit of a baby the first wk, the morning after surgery i had to drive up and get our prescriptions filled. not a fun experience. all the best!!!

still here:) might just be the 3 of us....LOL fri - spin sat - spin & leg weight routine w/DH sun - treadmill 45 min; ran 1.6; ab routine / biceps today - day of rest:)

wonderful susan!!! much congrats on the NSV!!!!!!!!! * hope all is well KC! * ebony - take care of the knee.....no reason to get a more serious injury not babying it some! * michelle - okra is touchy ; try pickeling them?? ok i am a bit giddy....LOL:blushing: * just had my barium - band is fine, no issues * got a fill - 2ccs' * i LOST weight w/barely any fill at all i say this, cause if you ever pop in on the food thread i EAT A LOT!!! but those spinning classes paid off:) * my surgeon was just overly complimentary to me in my shorts/tank/flip flops - said he can tell i'm serious and wanted to know what i eat. so i told him, he wants me to post a recp to his monthly flyer each mo. i asked if i can do it under an alias & he laughed. i was serious though., we'll see. off my cloud & onto houseworks:(:biggrin:

yesterday - b - slice watermelon; 3/4 cherry carbmaster yogurt (on the fence on the taste; will try another flavor this am) l- 3 coconut shrimp, w/spicy cabbage slaw s- half cucumber w/takzini yogurt dip d- blt wrap (hummus/bacon,tomato/lettuce/avocado) & few soy chips

my sports bra of choice is the enell. ain't nothing shaking or moving the girls once that puppy is strapped on....it's gladiator like. i had to go this route because duct tape hurt upon removal..... fingers crossed i get a fill tomorrow - i can EAT for days; but have learned to push the plate away, what i want to do is push DH cause he's full after 5 bites...UGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

slim, you didn't have to delete your post:) ktork - awesome on your run. DH and i got to the gym, and all we wanted was to go to lunch. but roughed it out, anyway then had a GREAT lunch. hit pet smart on the way home, got some doggie toys - then came home and everyone got a bath. our kennel is built w/french drains so it's like a car wash for dogs. down for the day w/a nap..... bbl

i take a cheese peeler & make LONG thin strips, if they break - don't worry. i just saute' them in olive oil w/onions - add some garlic, salt & peper. when done i put some shredded romano on top.

REAL easy fanny, brush the tails w/olive oil - salt/peper.....grill each side 4 minutes. i just made a garlic butter , cut some lemon wedges & fresh chives. *ktork, that's a sweet story about the bride & remembering her sister~ *enjoy your party TPG! *slim i had all 4 wisdom teeth pulled last summer - worst experience as i got dry socket in the 2 bottom ones...liquid lortab was my BF!! re- facebook; brandy created an alias to sign on at first - you don't have to use your real name, and those who you don't want to "find" ya - can't. just a thought *need to get to the gym, rather that then clean the kitchen or do laundry... happy sunday!!!

glad your back! yesterday - b- slice of watermelon / half peach protein smoothie l- grilled shrimp (5) w/black bean/corn salad s- few soy chips d- lobster tail (4oz) & zuchinni ribbons

* kat - sounds like a lovely party; i'm so competitive i want to get DH out on in our horseshoe pit right now!!! enjoy!!! * ebony - there will be a big cyber party when you get to onederland!!!! * ktork, raised in NYC - you were taught to root against the cowboys NO MATTER WHAT. been in TX too long - so i'll be a fan except when they play the giants ..*****waits for ceradad's comment***** * so DH has work to do on a SAT night - so unlike him, so i'm cooking playing, TPG don't look @ dinner pic:

get good pain meds KC!!!!

we had a really good time. didn't spend too much time in our seats as DH really wanted to walk around and check out the new stadium. was on the obnoxious side - but impressed w/the new stadium - bars/restaurants/seats/ etc. sorry about the titans - DH couldn't care less about them, but if the cowboys were playing say the giants or eagles....you couldn't drag him out of his seat:)

i am :thumbup: BUT i work out decently - i burned 613 calories in my spin class today then did a leg weight training routine w/DH - cause i KNOW wine is on the menu tonight. i can only do "clear" liquor (vodka/gin/rum) or wine. the dark colored liquors knock me OUT - FAST, and i like the buzz to last longer than 15mins:tongue_smilie: *G4E - saw you on FB this AM, good thoughts going your way!!!! *heartfire - okra is awesome in a gumbo & fried; but has them nasty calories. well cause brandy had to brag yesterday - DH and i just picked up some lobster tails to grill tonight. have to make up for those calories sweated out..... have a good evening all!!!

diva, i found your appetite. HOPE i can get a fill monday!!! b1- half grapefruit b2- 1/4baked potato w/bbq briskett l- half cucumber w/tzatziki yogurt dip s - slice of cheddar on rice cake d- grilled shrimp (3) w/roasted veggies

DH does not do social sites --- i never did either till i got the lapband & came here. said it before, i always have both sites open & DH asks if i'm "face banding"... *take that back, DH does belong to the corvette/harely forums, but i can't recall the last time i've seen him on there chatting* i talk too much to hit up that farming/mafia stuff....:cursing:

i think glouc gave some great advice. i don't know how your going to pull your DD out of the class w/out having to tell your husband 'something'. i'd be less concerned that he's right next door vs him having access to your child. i like the BB route, as a business owner who behaves badly - i would approach the conversation w/him when you ask for a refund, that you will make this a legal matter. physical confrontation is probably something this guy gets off on.???..

totally got that visual!!! LOL * fanny, not only is the dress great but you look fantastic in it! * diva, LUV your sense of humor - so glad you back posting * shopping, for me i ususally wait till i have somewhere to go - then hit the stores & stock up. hate trying on clothes - fun house mirrors in the stores i swear "short / fat" kind:( * hair, i wish my wavy hair would look good throughout the day. but, since i hate product - it stays nice for an hr or 2 then it gets flat & straight in some areas. i just towel dry & use my croc flat iron - i love i can use it on wet hair...... * going to the cowboy game tonight - big deal for DH, first at the new stadium.....just hope the beer is cold happy friday all!!!

can you not get into the dr sooner? can you get fluids down? if your having problems w/liquids, i'd suggest seeing your dr immediately. hope you feel better soon!!

yesterday - b1- half grapefruit b2 - 1 scrambled egg on slice WW toast, ate about 3/4 of the egg l- grilled shrimp (5) & black bean / corn salad d - 1/4 baked potato stuffed w/bbq briskett:drool:

exactly! especially if you had any complications - whew them flies come a swarming ...... you did it to yourself or well you stepped into fire ants...

ok - DH really was upset i'd wear that fab hat; and asked i don't. i'll be respectful; we're ticket holders (partial) and i do root for them unless it's against the gmen. i'll post pics on FB for you to see the new gigs:) tailgates are starting at 2 tom..... CRAZY in D for FOOBALL!

not sure what carbs your talking about - but i like to include complex ones into my diet (fruit/veggies/whole grains). i work out decently, spin 3x a wk / weight train another 2 - if i went all protein.... well, i'm not going to be satisfied for long periods of time. that is just my experience with playing around with food for the last 2yrs and yes you can be successful after a yr. i've been maintaining for 14 months - but still "try" to make healthy choices / nutritional ones on most days.

well i find the arrogance that shit can't happen, makes me want to puke in my mouth - but i'm pretty sure that's a slidder food.....