PaulaB72

Doesn't matter what argument, and actually its none of our business, you still don't say that.SIMPlE..
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I would also add, if there *was* an easy way out, and if I could cheat my way to not being obese, I'd be at the front of the line.
while this is easier than doing it without the WLS, but it ain't easy to change your life - and it sure isn't cheating to have surgery when you need it.

Does she consider it cheating when she uses tools like navigation apps instead of a map, a calculator instead of doing the math herself, a microwave instead of an oven or fire, a car instead of walking to and from her destination, an electric washing machine instead of a bucket and a laundry board, etc, etc, etc,? Utilizing an efficient tool designed for improved and more time-efficient results is the logical course of action in the majority of circumstances. If simply counting your calories and exercising more was the most effective way to treat obesity, there wouldn't be a single insurance company willing to provide coverage for expensive weight loss surgery. They view it as a tool that often leads to better, more lasting results than other methods.
As with every other tool, it only works if you use it properly. If you had eaten milkshakes and cupcakes on a daily basis following your surgery, you wouldn't have been so successful at your weight loss. You didn't cheat at anything.

Thanks for the comments, we will have a long talk tonight. It's nice to get support from our group
Craig Martinez
Austin, Texas

I'm not sure why your wife would say that to you. She has seen what surgery entails unlike a lot of people that think it is easy.
I'd keep my eye on her, this is probably just the beginning.

You should be able to eat anything BUT if there is a food or three you can't? You won't miss them.
I used to love rice, Pasta, ice cream, soft bread. Now those foods make me feel nauseated and shakey if I eat more than a bite or two. I no longer want them.
Most of us have a drinking story, right? In high school, senior beach week, I drank so much peach schnapps, I puked for two days. Now I can't smell it without wanting to vomit.
It's just like that, but better.

Frankly, between the chocolate Protein Shakes, chocolate Protein pudding, chocolate calcium chews, chocolate is not something I go without. I also like the caramel Calcium chews.

Wow.... you belong in the same category as the dude i made the post about.
Calling us childish and irrational?? Thats so supportive of you..
This is posted in the "rants and raves" section for exactly that purpose... to rant.
Please do not tell me how to post or what to say.. as irrational as they may seem to you.
I am entitled to let of some steam, in whichever manner i deem appropriate.

I'll never understand why people think they have a right to tell you what's best for you. That said, I'm finding it necessary to be less diplomatic when people share their opinions.

My advice is to be direct to her. Tell her you have everything under control and are adhering to the program to a tee and will continue to take advice from your doctor and support staff and if she has any questions about how WLS and afterwards, you will gladly give her their number if she has questions. Tell her you appreciate her obvious concern but her comments make you feel uncomfortable and are not welcomed in the future.
Tell her your life is yours to champion or fail...and not her concern.

73 lbs? Wow - no wonder why she's jealous! Congrats!!!

OK ... here's the truth coming at you from an old broad who's seen some considerable s**t.
Y'know how to tell if someone is an evil influence? It's when their unsolicited, invalidative advice offered "for your own good" crawls around your brain like a poisonous scorpion shitting on every cell of your mind and soul.
From now on, you should make it blatantly clear to her that she is on your all-time s**t list. Don't pretend like you like her. Don't pretend like she has your best interests at heart (she doesn't). If she comes in and sits down at your luncheon table, get up and leave. She is dead to you.
And if she does it again, tell her you're going to report her to H.R. if she tries it a third time.
Oh, and don't assume anyone else is "talking about you." She is lying her ass off. That's just her imagining has any influence whatsoever over you. She might be self-aware enough to realize what she's doing. Or maybe she's just a meddling, clueless cretin.
Either way, she is dangerous to your well being -- ONLY if you give any credence whatsoever to the idiot noises she issued while her mouth was moving. What she thinks and what she says is 100% irrelevant to your life.
Now move on.
P.S. BTW, you keep doing that Subway salad thing you did -- it's brilliant! Love it!

one of my favorite Snacks is 1 ounce of almonds, 1 ounce of dried cherries and a few chocolate chips.

I get to try the airplane seatbelt next week!! Can't wait to see the difference. Can't wait to not need the seatbelt extender!
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I get to try the airplane seatbelt next week!! Can't wait to see the difference. Can't wait to not need the seatbelt extender!
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I get to try the airplane seatbelt next week!! Can't wait to see the difference. Can't wait to not need the seatbelt extender!
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Ahhh...another "my way is the ONLY and BEST way" kind of thread.
Seems to be a virus around here.

I've lost 106lbs. I have done walking, Zumba, and Yoga. I recently started Zumba and Yoga....it's not like I was 295lbs and hopping around doing Zumba..I couldn't have done it! Same with Yoga! For the first 8-9 months I mostly walked. I just walked whenever I could....at breaktime, at lunchtime, before work, after work.....you get the picture. At first I couldn't do much without being winded...then it got easier. I think your plan is solid! Once you start to feel comfortable with the Water workout...change it up!

If people were being totally honest, you can lose all the weight you want with diet, and not exercise. Your body will burn fat for energy without exercise. Exercising is about fitness, not weight loss.

@@PissiChrissi
If you haven't worked out in years or with a trainer for years, why are you giving someone else advice and pissing on their plan when they are just getting started? Why not sweep around your own front door before you sweep around someone else's.
@@Soon2BHealthyAggie
Running in Water is harder than running in sand, since you have the resistance all around you. It is an awesome workout.

@@Dub, indeed .... Cherish thy bum! LOL! I woke up today and felt like I tore something from yesterday's event, hope I didn't blow a stich.
I love that we can bound over ! That's love right there.
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I would suggest Old Navy, if you keep a check online, there is usually a good percentage off on Monday or Tuesday... Later in the week there is a percentage off but usually not as high. Think that store sounds perfect for all you skinny women dropping sizes so quickly
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Customer service: fail.

I already said goodbye last Saturday. It was very calm and peaceful. No need to further invest anymore time, effort, energy or emotions. No one should rob him of his right to be a father. Nor should I have to reproduce to keep a partner happy. Sucks but kids are non negotiable. We had a beautiful run. I have no regrets.

I got my sleeve with chrome plated staples and a sunroof.