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On 10/5/2023 at 8:28 PM, Arabesque said:

Do post some things @Spinoza. When I started I used to crop my head off because I wanted to be anonymous. If no one knew me I couldn’t be embarrassed. I look back & chuckle. Given all the information we share & all the things we talk about a pxt is nothing.

We all used to post very regularly so it would be lovely to have more action on the thread again. it’s interesting to see how everyone embraces their new shape & new styles, & it’s great to see people become more confident. Plus all the different styles we’re drawn to.

I wore this to do my grocery shopping today. I ordered the skirt from an Australian designer I used to often buy from until their clothing became too big for me 😩. It’s a form fitted stretch skirt so I could get away with their smallest size. I was praying they would do it in red again to wear with this rather avant-garde top & yay they did. They asked for a pxt of the complete outfit hence me putting it on this morning & then I couldn’t be bothered to change again before getting the groceries. Ha! A woman at the checkout told me how much she loved the outfit so worth nit changing.

Your turn @Spinoza.

This is a great color on you! And I love the structure of the top 😍

On 10/16/2023 at 10:33 AM, ms.sss said:

so ive been sick for almost a week now, and the fact that the sight of @Arabesque's flatbread actually stirred something (positive, lol) in my stomach makes me think im finally getting better and wont die after all!

so i cut myself a slice of baguette for my first foray into solid food since last week tuesday. i've literally been living off tea, orange juice and cough Syrup for the past 6 days.

good news: it was yummy. (kinda) bad news: this is as far as i got.

p.s. and yeah, im looking a little death-ish again, like the good ol days. sigh.

Get well soon ❤️‍🩹

On 10/15/2023 at 11:12 PM, Arabesque said:

drinks with my cousin & friends again yesterday afternoon. (Sipped a small glass of wine for about 4 hours 😁.) Made a cherry Tomato, burrata, pesto & prosciutto tart with basil leaves. I love these simple tarts I’ve been making lately. Sheet of puff pastry & a few ingredients & voila … a savour tart for drinks. Get 16 pieces from it. Baked it in my non fully functioning oven but it worked. Yay! I ate two pieces.

Gorgeous!!!

11 hours ago, Arabesque said:

I swear they quite based in the suburb you live in.

I think you may be right 🥺

Welcome to the club! We really should have jackets made (and sweaters, mittens, scarfs etc)

How being cold has affected my life:

I’m still cold years later. I have to carry extra jackets during outings just in case. I’ve started looking at base layers in stores again. No insulated mug is hot enough for my needs. If I need something from the refrigerated section of the store it feels like a burden. I completely avoid open refrigerated and freezer areas. I will never travel to Svalbard with my partner, I want to sit exactly at the equator.

But the bright side is I still have plenty of insulation so it’s not as bad as it could be.

20 hours ago, Arabesque said:

Gracious knows how much the call out alone will cost. Service call-outs have got ridiculously expensive. Are they crazy in the US too?

Yes but they are an absolute last resort for me because I’m an avid DIY-er. YouTube is amazing for obscure answers.

14 minutes ago, ElleRodri said:

that looks drool worthy!!!!! I've gotta figure out how I'm going to modify all my baking! I get dumping syndrome with too much sugar or fat... and I cook with a lot of butter generally so this is a huge shift for me. But that's pretty!!

I use sugar substitutes in everything I don’t use real sugar anymore but I still use butter and oil 😂

Homemade Basque cheesecake (sugar free/keto) each slice is around 275 cals

cheese quesadilla. I overestimated the amount of cheese because I didn’t measure it ahead of time. Does anyone else overestimate calories to be safe?

cheese quesadilla. I overestimated the amount of cheese because I didn’t measure it ahead of time. Does anyone else overestimate calories to be safe?

Congratulations!

Cottage cheese bandwagon 😂

(Strained) Cottage cheese w/Strawberries because I’m not brave enough for savory toppings yet.

Congratulations, Very exciting! I remember I was so nervous before surgery that I stayed up the entire night binge watching TV. Whenever you’re settled, let us know how it went.

11 hours ago, BabySpoons said:

Yes, before ever considering WLS, I wanted to find an internist to sort out all the meds I was on. Some I knew were necessary, some were preventative and some questionable. To be told that I will be on all of them the rest of my life after my bariatric team told me otherwise was disappointing to hear and questionable.

She's always been quick to prescribe meds. I didn't see her often but when I did, I always walked away with one or two more. She prescribed Ozempic to me years ago before it became a thing. I didn't take it long, after reading it caused tumors/cancer in mice plus it made me feel horrible every day. Then recently, when I saw her to get a release for WLS, she wanted to put me back on it. I declined. Ironically, we had a discussion about Ozempic face at that time. She told me if I lose too much weight in my face after surgery, to look her up and she will fix it. She owns a business that does fillers. botox etc. So she lives in that world.

I guess I've always felt that since she is a PA, she may not be as knowledgeable as an MD when it comes to medication. But I will wait to see what the bariatric team tells me first before deciding anything.

I understand, hopefully you can find a new doctor who is a better fit for you.

17 hours ago, Arabesque said:

Hell yeah, the old mindless eating habits are still just there sitting on my shoulder. (Can’t eradicate them though would be amazing if we could.) A bit like that angel on one shoulder & devil on the other. I try to keep the Angel of new habits I’ve established as the dominant thinking & actions. On the days the devil is stronger, I usually catch myself but … there are times. Though I try not to beat myself up if the devil wins.

I have two Sith Lords telling me to turn to the dark side.

26 minutes ago, Spinoza said:

Won't say what the taste and texture remind me of

Now I’m curious

16 hours ago, ChellNC said:

What's in that picture is my favorite. I don't like it with fruit but love it with cucumbers, tomatoes, garlic and everything but the bagel seasonings. Sometimes I add Ranch mix instead. Once I tried Good Culture brand I was ruined for all other cottage cheese brands.

Thanks!

11 hours ago, Arabesque said:

Cottage cheese is quite big on socials at the moment but it’s a no for me. I struggle with it. Think it’s textual thing.

I can eat it if I strain it, otherwise the texture is an issue for me too.

dupe

1 hour ago, Starwarsandcupcakes said:

I, too, am always cold 😭

Also, is anyone else eating a ton of cottage cheese (with a variety of toppings) lately?

No but according to our thread bylaws, now we have to 😂

I like cottage cheese with fruit but I have never tried it with savory flavors. What’s the best savory combo for a picky novice?

1 hour ago, Starwarsandcupcakes said:

I, too, am always cold 😭

Also, is anyone else eating a ton of cottage cheese (with a variety of toppings) lately?

No but according to our thread bylaws, now we have to 😂

I like cottage cheese with fruit but I have never tried it with savory flavors. What’s the best savory combo for a picky novice?

Dupe

There was a very active maintenance thread a few years ago. I’m glad someone is starting the discussion again!

I’m a few years into maintenance. I never forget that I had WLS but it’s really only in the forefront when I’m dealing with food. When I prep my meals I have full control and prefer it.

If I’m eating out I scan the menu and immediately go to small plates or side orders. Very rarely will I get an entree because I’ll never finish it and I don’t really like leftovers (even though I take them). Otherwise this is my new normal. It doesn’t feel like a burden.

I actually don’t even remember what it felt like before when I was obese. I feel like I was always this size (I think that must be a form of body dysmorphia). Sometimes I think I may not even notice if I gain/lose a substantial amount of weight. So I keep measurements and weigh often for peace of mind. So my lesson learned is to confront any WLS related issues very very quickly.

On 9/30/2023 at 4:48 PM, BabySpoons said:

Am I wrong to think that if my doctor isn't taking proper care of herself, how can she take care of me?

Did you have questions about this doctor’s competence prior to this appointment?

Lemon poppyseed ice cream. Before and after (kid size) Soooo very good but still too rich for me. I even stopped before dumping would kick in but I’m one bite over my limit.