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@stacy458 @MR0218 @@gresau1 We've got this. Right? We didn't go through the he** of the pre-op diet and surgery recovery to gain a ton of weight back. We did it to get our lives back. Thank you for responding to me and sharing your stories and support. I need this. <3

I haven't been on here for months and that was probably a mistake. So... eating is not "fun" any more. I can't lay around and just gorge on Snacks. Or can I? Turns out I can! If I eat my current snacks of choice: Wheat Thins, popcorn or chocolate covered peanuts. I can eat an entire box of Wheat Thins in a matter of minutes. If I stick to the rules, good Protein first, then green veggies, then good carbs... I can't eat more than a few bites of good protein. However, I don't want good protein. I want to eat something I can mindlessly shove in my face. I never thought we could really gain much weight, but I have put on 10 lbs over the past 3 months. AM: Premier Protein shake / 8 oz coffee / Water LUNCH: cheese stick / wheat thins PM: Protein with family dinner SNEAK/SNACK: chocolate covered peanuts or tortilla chips with melted cheese or small dish of ice cream I walk (brisk) 30 min / day at a minimum. I am seeing an eating disorder specialist. Anyone else struggling???

Giving something up? Or doing something? We received a 40 chapter book from church at Christmas, so I may try to read a chapter per day. I *need* to give up sweets or commit to a liquid reset. Oh, the possibilities! What are you doing?

2//8/16 = 198 UP THREE. WTF.

*following* I just looked up Shakeology stats this morning -- how timely!

Sorry I'm late! Mon 2/1 = 195

1/25/16 = 196 Thank you!

1/18/16 = 197 Thanks!

I would like to hit goal weight, but I'm not going to decide success or failure based on that number. Goal - More time being present, less time hiding in my bedroom reading. I have missed enough of my 9-year-old's life due to selfish behaviors. Also my step-son is graduating HS this year so we have to get ready for graduation. Goal - Physical fitness: Just started a 10-week kickboxing boot camp. Two days down I have many want-to-do goals, but I want to focus on these two for now. Happy 2016!

I love cottage cheese with applesauce (no added sugar) with a dash of cinnamon. It looks disgusting but is delicious!

1/11/16 = 197 Thank you!

Days 2 and 3 were the worst for me. I had serious buyers remorse!

Don't do it. You will find you can gorge yourself and never feel full on this stuff. Keep it clean

I was a sugar fiend over the holidays. Absolutely ridiculous as I used to be able to take or leave candy/cookies. Since sugar doesn't fill me up, I could self-sabotage/self-medicate myself just like the good ol' days. Luckily I only gained one pound. Fast forward to 2016. I have removed all temptations from my home and never have a problem behaving at work. I am increasing my Water intake and re-introducing resistance training to an increased exercise routine. Also, I start seeing a food addiction specialist next Monday.

I'm in - thanks for doing this! Starting weight: 199 Goal weight: 187

@@Chrystee I start meeting with a eating disorder counselor next week. Hoping also getting into more of a workout schedule (currently just do a 30 min brisk walk / day) will also help. Once I get Premier Protein stocked up again I want to do the 5 day pouch test. Thanks for your advice!!!!

FINAL: 198 / 10 lbs away from holiday goal, but that was a pretty aggressive goal

@@agalindo17 Looking good! I am struggling BIG TIME with sugar consumption and overall healthy eating. I've lost 104 so far, but if I don't get a handle on this now, I see bad things in my future. The vets on the board that say they can't have more than a bite or two of stuff -- I am not having this issue. Of course if I eat GOOD Protein I fill up quickly. I've learned that I can shovel bad carbs in like I have a normal sized stomach. Just venting and looking for guidance from my fellow March Sleevers! Thanks and like agalindo17 said, Happy New Year and Happy New You!

12/28/15 = 198 - not a super finish, but no gain Thank you again for doing this!

12/21/15 = 199

So happy for you and so happy you are sticking around to inspire the rest of us

12/14/15 = 199 / thanks!

Unfortunately you are not alone Following to hear good advice!

I gained 3 lbs over Thanksgiving as well. I feel like I'm in such a rut and am getting frustrated with my s-l-o-w progress the past 3 months. Some days it's hard to remain positive - even though I/we have come so far!

12/7/15 = 199 lbs Thank you!