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I would love more cats but sadly only can have two. As far as that dude goes, he is going to be missing out! Wait until he sees you at your goal and let him come crawling back.

Oh yeah, I almost forgot.
I was able to walk down the aisle of the plane without turning sideways. WHAT???? I thought only flight attendants did that!
On the flight home, the exit row seats were the same kind as on a bulkhead row - fixed armrests with the tray table in the armrest. I fit comfortably with no problem. And I was able to bend forward, with the seat belt on, to pick up something off the floor.
OH MY GAWD! IT'S LIKE I'M A NORMAL PERSON!

I'm getting on a plane in a couple of hours to go to Vegas for a work seminar.
Some good things so far:
Able to pack everything I need in one carryon bag, because my clothes don't take up as much space.
Not worried about who I'll be sitting next to or if I'll make them uncomfortable.
Some not-so-good things so far:
Nobody to go with me.
Some maybe good things:
I've lined up a date for while I'm there.
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.
Some not-so-good things:
What happens in Vegas sometimes shows up on youtube! LOL!

5 gallon buckets and lye works better.....leaves no trace. And that comes directly from a police investigator!
BTW, I have three cats and a good supply of batteries. Couldn't be happier.

Down about 80 pounds from top pictures. Bottom pictures just taken today. #happy

I just finished watching Randy's story from last night.
He was a great example of someone who treated the weight loss like a competition and so skipped meals and didn't get in his Protein. Unfortunately, it landed him back in the hospital but fortunately I think he changed his approach.
I know we don't see everything, but he was definitely someone who could benefit from a good therapist,
Between the overweight family, his over-competitive dad, living at home, working in the family business, not to mention his daughter, I hope he is getting help dealing with his issues.
He did seem to get it by the end of the episode. I look forward to seeing his follow up.

That's awesome!

So, our school secretary came up to me today and kindly offered to retake my yearbook picture because I look nothing like I did in September!

My highest was 517 but at surgery 467. I'm a year out on the 15th of this month and currently at 320. 147 lbs so far with VSG.

I wonder how they can afford all that food
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I wonder how they can affo
rd all that food
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@@Babbs lmao! but I want to hear what you have to say!!!

@@Babbs lmao! but I want to hear what you have to say!!!

Anyone watch the video on here "All of Me"? it has that one woman from 600 pound life on it, I forgot her name but she was married to the guy who was a total butthole to her because he didn't want her losing weight. I think her name was "Zee" or something like that. Anyway at the end of the video it said she was trying out for a reality weightloss show that paid for the surgery. I'm thinking it was 600 pound life. Just thought it was an interesting video.

Did anyone watch The Biggest Loser Finale the other day? Is it just me or do the twins and the other guy (forgot his name) look sick? They looked way too thin. I understand losing weight for the competition but wow they looked sick! The only one at the end that looked good was Colby.

@@Babbs about time you chimed in! lol yeah I hate when doctors say that crap. I watched the first two seasons and then this last one. Yeah it's great they lose weight but it's a game show and they push you to the extreme. There is no way anyone has the time to do that on their own without the controlled environment.

All valid reasons to hate that show, but what was the clincher for me was when the doctor on the show said a season or so back that weight loss surgery was mutilating your body, and the way they lose weight on the show is the "right" way.
I was unaware that excersising 8 hours a day in a controlled environment was the "right" way? Color me surprised!

@@Babbs lmao! but I want to hear what you have to say!!!

Hey, I deleted that part from my profile!

Don't EVEN get me started on that show....

I used Milk of Magnesia when this happened to me, worked great.

Found a yogurt drink in Walmart called Powerful Yogurt. Tastes like I remember a Yoohoo. 160 calories and 20g Protein. Thought I'd share if you hadn't seen it before. (Tried to do a pic and it wouldn't work)

There are so many products out there that can assist you through your weight loss and maintenance phases. The problem is there are so many different brands and fads that is can be very over whelming. I have decided to create a list of my favorite products that I used or use:
Gas Ex- For the first month after surgery I used these strips like candy!
shakes I can still drink even 4 years out!
Unjury Protein Powder- Get the unflavored and make your own shakes, the flavored ones taste weird and you get sick of the same flavor.
liquid phase you can sip on these and get a good source of concentrated protein.
Iron Supplement- Not everyone will need to take this but I like this brand.
Biotin in it!
http://www.oneaday.com/womens
Under Armour Sports Bra- Sorry guys This is my favorite! I am chesty and this holds the girls in place and is not as pricey as the Victoria Secret ones!
https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/women-s-ua-heatgear-armour-printed-mid/pid1273505-918
Nivea Skin Firming Cream- SOOOO worth it. It is inexpenssive and when applied consistently for two weeks you will see results! I took pics.
http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=prod320006
Aquaphor- This is the duct tape of the medical/beauty industry. I use this on my tattoos, dry skin, heat rash, but especially scars!
http://aquaphorus.com/healing-ointment/#14oz-jar
This list should get you started, there are a million other products I use, if you ever have a question let me know and I will share.

I used Milk of Magnesia when this happened to me, worked great.

I watched. If anyone needs therapy it's her. Not because she's crazy...she's not. But because she uses food as a panacea for her issues. Wasn't surprised she abused her pain meds. I hope she's seeing the therapist and getting healthier physically and emotionally. Oh and her in the truck...I bet she never went shopping with her family. She did it because of the show. The shower and shop part of the show are for us to gawk at them unfortunately.

I had HPN when I got my surgery and it was a pretty easy process. I didn't have to lose weight I just had to make sure I didn't gain any.