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Everything posted by rafa2
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gifts! how do you deal?
so, I just read this thread and I was wondered what your gift ended up being?
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Does the weight loss increase your sex drive?
My sex drive has increased since I started losing weight and I think that has a lot to do with feeling comfortable and confident...I'm not even half-way there with my weight loss but I feel much more comfortable while intimate with my hubby. And for that I think he loves my band as much as I do :thumbup:
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Should people barely over 200 lbs or below 200 get Lapband or any WLS...?
for a 6' tall male that weighs 210 - no a 5' woman at 200 - yes It obviously would depend on height (bmi)...
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Updates!~
I also had a 4 month plateau and it wasn't until my last fill on 9/7 that the scale finally started moving again and I think I've reached my sweet spot, too. I'm down 46 lbs, but now I'm believing again I can actually reach goal someday... after such a long plateau I started to think this wasn't going to work. I'm glad you're doing well and God bless you on your journeys!
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Brazillian Waxing
At the place I go to, they pour the wax in a small, disposable container and use a plastic diposable spatula. I think it's important to check the place out first, talk to women you know who have done it in your area and find out the best place to go... And where I go, they only uncover the part they'll be waxing one at a time, so you're bever completely naked with your legs spread open:rolleyes:
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I hate my scale! It lies!
Are you near TOM? I know when I am, I avoid the scale because I always go up a few #'s :frown:, but they come right at the end, so... among many other reasons, this could be it... Good luck with the weight loss and upcoming surgery :thumbup:
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A gastric band is one of the most dangerous and painful operations you can have.
Wow, Nolan's an idiot...lol
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lap band
If you go on lapband.com on the left hand side in the middle of the page there's a video you can watch that's very informative on how the surgery goes. Good luck on your journey!
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How did you come up with your user name?
My name is Rafaelli and my nickname is Rafa, but since they already had that, I added a 2 to it. Hence, Rafa2. BTW, I love this thread!
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I'm Not Telling Anyone I'm Being Banded.....
Well, I told quite a few people and, obviously, those people told other people... I sooo regret having opened my big mouth. As it turns out, I'm a slow loser and I hate the look I get from people when I know they're expecting me to have lost way more, since I had WLS. My family is extremely supportive, and they're actually happy I'm losing slowly since it it healthier, but ohers, man I just get so mad :biggrin: So those of you that are still going to have surgery and don't want EVERYONE knowing your business, I advise you to not tell (except your family, 'cause you will need some support)
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Calorie content? Should I swallow?
:thumbup::lol:ROTFLMBO this thread is hilarious!
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My before and during
My before and during, a weight loss surgery photo album by rafa2 on BariatricPal. 8 photos in Member Photo Gallery.
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My beautiful family, the reason I get up every morning...
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07/2009 at 230#
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05/2009 at 240#
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Hubby and I 2 months pos-op at 248
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DD b-day 12/08 12 days post-op at 258#
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with DH 9 days post-op at 258#
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My DS b-day 08/2008
at 270#
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Summer 08 at 270#
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Pin-Up Photos
That pose sounds REALLY good, too... I've never thought about doing anything like that, but I'm sure DH would LOVE IT!!! I might look into it, now...
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Little known facts about you??
1.Were You Named After Anyone? No 2. When was the Last time You Cried? This morning at church... 3. Do You like Your Handwriting? yes 4. What Is Your Favorite Lunch meat? Steak 5. Do You have Kids? 1 boy and 1 girl 6.If You were Another Person, Would You be Friends with You? Definitely 7. Do you use Sarcasm a lot? Sometimes 8. Do You still have Your Tonsils?Yes 9. Would You Bungee Jump? Not since I had my kids 10. What is Your Favorite Cereal? Cocoa puffs 11. Do You untie Your Shoes when You take them off? No 12. Do You think You are Strong? Yes 13. What is Your Favorite Ice Cream? Coconut 14. What is the First thing You notice about People? Their smile 15. Red or Pink? Pink 16. What is The least thing You like about Yourself? My stretch marks ugh 17. Who do You Miss the Most? My grandparents 18. What Color Pants and Shoes are Wearing now? Pink sweat pants, no shoes 19. What was the Last thing You Ate? Chicken salad 20. What are You listening to now? My husband giving the kids a bath 21. If You were a Crayon what Color would You be? Pink or brown 22. Favorite Smells? My kids' skin 23. Favorite Sports to Watch? soccer 24. Hair Color? dark brown 25. Do You Wear Contacts? No 26. Favorite Food? fish and chips 27. Scary Movies, or Happy Endings? Happy endings, no doubt! 28. Last Movie You saw?Rachel getting married (HATED IT) 29, Color Shirt/Blouse You are Wearing? Pink t-shirt 30. Summer or Winter? Summer 31. Favorite Dessert? Coconut ice cream 32. Favorite Place ever Traveled? Brazil 33. Where would You like to Travel Next? Greece 34. What Book are Reading now? thirty days to live 35. Where were You Born? Fortaleza, Brazil 36. Big Band or Rap? neither 37. Interesting Fact about Me? I speak 4 languages 38. What did You Watch on Televison Last Night? Disney channel (2 small kids ) 39. Beatles or Rolling Stones? BEATLES 40. Do You have a Special Talent? I can move my eyes individually... kinda weird :smile:
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I don't care: A Michael Jackson Rant
Awesome post!:confused:
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Very discouraged! 9 months post op and 50lbs lost.
OUCH!!! Harsh words...
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Unnaturally cold all the time
Obviously there will be a difference in our tolerance to cold once we lose weight, but I'd still advise you to get your thyroid checked and make sure you're not anemic... Other than that, just enjoy the lack of sweat this summer:thumbup:
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I don't care: A Michael Jackson Rant
If they had concrete proof of the abuse, the state would not allow a settlement and they would file the charges, no matter what the boy or his family said. Just an FYI...
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I don't care: A Michael Jackson Rant
Great post, patty!:biggrin:
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I don't care: A Michael Jackson Rant
Well said!!!
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I don't care: A Michael Jackson Rant
My thoughts exactly. Being 26yo I was never a big fan, but I can't act disrespectfully towards his death knowing there are many people, most importantly his children, suffering so much right now. Peace!
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Brazillian Waxing
I have only waxed my eyebrows and upper lip once because it hurt so much...but I get my Brazilian wax once a month :smile: I guess everybody's different...
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TMJ and not chewing HELP
I had the same problem, but I started chewing sugar free gum a few times a day and it has really helped...hope this helps...good luck!
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Angry with shallow husband since Lap
Not to defend your hubby's behavior or anything but it's also important to take into consideration that you may be more confident and feel sexier now after losing some weight...and men can really sense that, and they find that confidence attractive and sexy...just an opinion. But if it's really bothering you, maybe yoou should try to talk to him about it, communication is key. Good luck!!!
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Better Sex!!??
DH and I still are still able to enjoy all the different positions we always did, the only time I feel my port is if I've just gotten a fill that day, and even so, it's very mild... good luck!