BobbieND

Hey Cocoabean ..... Veggies. Where do I start? I agree that cooked are much easier than raw. I've tried both. However, I can't seem to digest many cooked at all ... NO green beans, carrots, broccoli, cauliflour, squash, sugar snap peas, peppers, mushrooms ( this one is heartbreaking fo me because i've added 'shrooms to everything for the past 25 years) Raw? I CAN eat - Cucumbers, peppers, celery, onion, tomatoes. It's so weird. I read that many eat spinich salads. I'd kill for one of those. But spinich doesn't really digest either... Seriously, this has been the hardest thing for me to "get over" not eating veg or fruits. I can do with out bread and pasta ( NEVER thought I'd say that! LOL ) But I need my veg. And NO, baby food isn't the same thing. I've tried... Any thoughts? Suggestions?

Cafe World? Sweet! Hit me up and add me :-) Bobbie wallis

Leigha - That is FANTASTIC !!!!! The weight loss, not the snake :-) Wow, 150 ... at this point I can't even imagine what that would feel like. I'm trying to reach the same. I hope everyone is having a great day so far. It's supposed to be 65 and sunny here in ND, and it's well on it's way... Does anyone have any big plans for Easter? We'll be going to Fargo to go out for dinner with my mom, sister and uncle, to the Holiday Inn. Every year they put on an amazing brunch ! And that way we all get to visit, and spend time. :-) Have a super day All !

You all are going to do Very Well!! Your surgery will be over before you realize it, and you'll be laughing at your selves wondering what all the fuss was about :-) The best to you all this week, and keep us posted!

Great reply jack! :-) I, too, hope it's number 1

That's freakin' Awesome !!!! CONGRATS!! :-)

I think Spartan summarized it up perfecrly - It WILL get better. Promise. Just take one day at a time, or even one hour at a time. You should be proud of all that you've accomplished so far ! We're all here when you need us. That's why these boards are so invaluable ,,, Let us know how you're doing, We're all SOOOO worth it :-)

Every Single Day !!!! Would I change things? Do I have any regets ? ABSOLUTELY NOT !!! :-) I'd do it over again in a blink of an eye. I think the constant wondering "if I'm gonna fail" keeps me on my toes most days. I hear it in my head before I eat anything. It's my motivator :thumbup: Good luck to you!

Hey Leigha - Thats so awesome!! Congrats :-) I can honestly say that the first 80 pounds that have come off of me have been without any effort on my part. I'm sure thats why its taking me so long for it to come off. I was banded almost 16 months ago. I'm sure if I had worked it, I would have lost it a lot sooner. And I'm sure thats why I'm stagnant now. So if I want any more to come off, I'm gonna have to really crack down. Yes, I'm starting to walk more, as the weather is finally cooperating. And I don't buy junk food at all. Well, my one current weakness is Sunflower seeds in the shell. I go thru stages. Sometimes it's microwave popcorn. My stages usaually last from a week to 2 months or so. But i rarely ever indulge in sweets. I can't bring myself to drink protein drinks, or much of anything else other than water. So my protein is strictly solid food based ie... Meat, Soy, Yogurt, Cheese, Fish, etc... I fight with salads, and most veggies. This is vewy dishartening for me as Veggies are my very favorite food group. I also can't eat very many fruits anymore either. That Also bites. SORRY!! Got off topic. I think its the meds I'm on LOL Anyway, Do you guys have a way of preparing veg that may work for me? What salad "Stuff" Works best for you? Any help at all would be wunnerful :thumbup: Well, I need to go lay down so I can get back on the road to recovery... Thanks Bandsters !!!!!!

Hello to All .... I'm just checking in right now and saying hello . I'm home from work today with a bug, and need to go back to bed. I'll be checking in later on today / this evening. I hope you all have a wonderful day !!

Jacki, Wondering how you were able to get the 3 stages side by side and onto your signature?

Hi TJ ... Awesome weight loss! Congrats I love the community spirit here as well... thats why I love to check in daily...

Hey Debbie - What's your Port's Name? I never thought to name mine. It's kind of like the forgotten can of lima beans in the cupnboard - you know its there but not neccessary until you need it :-)

WHen did you do a poll? I never saw one :-( I'll have to look for it ....

sdh - I LOVE IT! Thats very clever LOL!

Well, Cocobean, i think bandit is a great name ! :-) Ralph !! Bwaaahaaahaaa Thats probably mt favorite so far ... wish I'd thot of it...

LOL Cruzlady! Thats Hillarious! I just picture it too, as I'm just now buying new clothes that fit... :-)

Wow ... Thank you, kind stranger :-) lol

I'm also a self proclaimed scale whore lol My weight also can shift between 2 - 6 pounds in a day. It bites!!! I'm desperately trying to get to Onederland... and I've been floating between 211 - 208 for over 2 months. Best of luck to you :-)

pick purple! pick purple!

L, OOOO, Pick ME ! <arms waving vigorously> S, I was just about to let you make me feel bad for my post, and my choices. Not that they were ever food choices to begin with. But I'm not. You don't know me. I havent had any Cotton Candy in over 15 years, and it just seemed like a need at the time. It was my first hockey game so I wanted to indulge a bit. I only had 3 little puff ball size servings before feeling bloated ... And i only ate 4 Sweet Tarts - my one indulgance at Easter, since I don;t really like Chocolate. However, that wasn't the point of my post. I found it really strange that something lighter than air, or something that can get ground into powder would make me feel full. I was just asking if anyone else had this feeling. I wasn't looking for sympathy, guidance or approval. Or a kick ... Leah - THANKS GIRLFRIEND !!!!! :-)

sweet !!!!!

Awwww Bob, that stinks!! However, been there, done that! I think almost everyone here can admit to the same. I find I have better luck with shell fish rather than actual fish. Not sure why. But If I ate what you did, the rice would be plugging up my band and not letting anything else pass. Rice hates me : ( lol I'm sure this won't be the last time for this to happen. Just be careful, and take your time until you find out what works for YOU ! Good luck! :-)

Hummingbird - LOL ... Closet shopping !!! Thats great !! I need to do that :-) I need to organize my closet this weekend so I can do that now that the weather is getting nicer and I'm hoping to fit into some spring/summer things I got from a friend of mine. What a great idea :-) You rock! :tt1:

I look forward to this thread daily as well ... I feel blessed that there are caring individuals out there, who let me whine, bitch, and be weird. And still come back for more and accept me for who I am! :-D Tanks! :tt1: