yellowtopaz
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From the album: Protein Shake substitute
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Hi Mrs Stevenson,
Congratulations on your lap band decision. Play by the rules, put forth your best effort and for sure you'll be successful.
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Hi Tiffanyannette,
Congratulations on your lapband choice. Do YOUR part and success will follow.
Soon enough you'll have more pictures of yourself than you ever imagined. Taking pics gets so much easier as you start to see your progress.
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My New Orleans Saints are headed to the Super Bowl for the first time in 43 years!! Geaux Saints!!!
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Tips for not drinking after eating?
yellowtopaz replied to k-statearmywife's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, The problem with drinking during and after meals is that no only does it wash what you've eaten, it then makes it possible for you to get HUNGRY sooner than you would have had you not drank. My doc suggest not drinking 15 minutes prior to eating and for 2 hours after eating. When I heard this at the seminar I gasped. However, after almost a year, I can say that I adapted the habit and still use it. It really does work. The nurse at my office suggest the ice trick that Blue_Eyes mentioned for those who just have to have something to drink. You have to commit to yourself! I'm sure that when you decided to have surgery you were planning on following the rules. This is a rule that will make a lot of difference. Is it possible that you have a medical condition that makes you feel thirsty often? Take care and good luck! -
From the album: January 25, 2009 & October 26, 2009
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Hi,
Congratulations to you and your sister regarding your lapband decision. Your surgery date is right around the corner. It's truly a wonderful way to start a new year knowing that you're taking control of something that has taken control of you.
Best of luck.
Prepare your mind....the rest will fall into place.
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Hey lady,
I have some but it could be worse. I'm working out with weights trying to tone up a bit. I guess "acceptance' is part of the process unless one wants another surgery and I surely don't. I'm a chicken.
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On November 16th, 2009 I celebrated my 50th birthday! Wow! I made it. When I attended the LAP-BAND® seminar in 2008, I knew that my goal was to weigh less on my 50th. I was determined. I was banded on January 26, 2009. (2008)on my birthday I weighed approx 315 lbs. (2009) on my birthday, 187 lbs,(Yes)!! For sure I'm no expert on lapbanding. However, I have made ME a priority. I've tried to make the best of my partnership with my band thus far. I've tried to do My part(better food choices and exercise). When I got notice of approval in November 2008, I started preparing myself for the road ahead. It is an emotional and physical ride. Giving up french fries(omg), shrimp po-boys & roast beef, ham and swiss po-boys, rice and pasta dishes, crispy fried chicken, chips, candy, nachos, soda, snowballs and beignets was going to be devastating. Especially living here in New Orleans. Whew! On the other hand, escalating blood pressure, fatigue, increasing clothes sizes and my lack of satisfaction with myself wasn't a party either. I know I made the right choice. I don't feel deprived. I'm grateful every day for the opportunity to have been banded! I've got about 25lbs to go and I know I'll get there ...
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On November 16th, 2009 I celebrated my 50th birthday! Wow! I made it. When I attended the LAP-BAND® seminar in 2008, I knew that my goal was to weigh less on my 50th. I was determined. I was banded on January 26, 2009. (2008)on my birthday I weighed approx 315 lbs. (2009) on my birthday, 187 lbs,(Yes)!! For sure I'm no expert on lapbanding. However, I have made ME a priority. I've tried to make the best of my partnership with my band thus far. I've tried to do My part(better food choices and exercise). When I got notice of approval in November 2008, I started preparing myself for the road ahead. It is an emotional and physical ride. Giving up french fries(omg), shrimp po-boys & roast beef, ham and swiss po-boys, rice and pasta dishes, crispy fried chicken, chips, candy, nachos, soda, snowballs and beignets was going to be devastating. Especially living here in New Orleans. Whew! On the other hand, escalating blood pressure, fatigue, increasing clothes sizes and my lack of satisfaction with myself wasn't a party either. I know I made the right choice. I don't feel deprived. I'm grateful every day for the opportunity to have been banded! I've got about 25lbs to go and I know I'll get there ...
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I gave myself a blue ribbon! lol!
yellowtopaz commented on Kelleeelliott's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
You deserve a blue ribbon. It's easy to see your progress thus far. Congrats!! -
Congratulations on your lapband decision. If you're willing to do YOUR part, your partnership with the band will bring you great success.
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Me in a size 16 Derion low cut jeans and a Guess belt!! haven't worn a size 16 in 2 years and god knows i haven't worn a belt in longer than that. I know I gotta lot of work to do but this was a small victory for me!!! didn't have to go to Ashley Stewar
yellowtopaz commented on Sistabigbones's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Congratulations lady! Njoy all your successes! Not all victories are shown on the scale. You're looking great! -
Hi Ms TinyaK,
Congratulations on getting banded! Welcome to lapbandtalk. There are some really cool people here.
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Hi,
Your pics are beautiful! Don't worry that they're only headshots. As you progress ,you'll start to take body shots. Trust me! You'll have tons of them(sm).
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Hello Melloways,
Your smile is electric. Congratulations on your lapband decision.
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Goodmorning,
Thanks for the friend request. It appears that you've already been approved? If so, that's great news and a big step forward. Congratulations on your lapband decision. If you're determined and dedicated, this tool will play an intricate part in your success.
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From the album: January 25, 2009 & October 26, 2009
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January 25, 2009 & October 26, 2009
yellowtopaz added images to a gallery album in Member Photo Gallery
Making progress!!! -
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Hi,
Congratulations on your lapband decision. Are you waiting on approval now?
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About 3 years ago at approximately 300 pounds and on the after losing about 80 pounds since surgery
yellowtopaz commented on Jill10191130's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
Hi,You look great! Isn't is amazing the transformation our bodies makes during weight loss. I'm sure you feel great too. Take care. -
Hi,
Congratulations on your life changing decision. The time prior to surgery is crucial inasmuch as it gives the opportunity to prepare oneself mentally and solidify your determination.