nolagirl2

I was on liquids for two days before surgery. My surgery was on a Tuesday, my last supper was Saturday night (steak, pasta, wine, dessert). Two little days doesn't hurt.

Even when you have a lot to lose, every bit helps. There's about 60 lbs difference in these sets of pictures. It makes the other 100 seem... easier I think.

First PB today! Ate some edamame too fast... not that much, but way too fast. Got the golfball, put away edamame, went to bathroom, and YAK! it was over pretty quickly though. So that band is in there, doin its job. And now I'm not horribly afraid of the PB. What should I do food-wise? Can I eat later? Refried Beans?

This is a collection of before & after pictures. I was walking by my parents computer and saw some pictures of what I looked like 60+ lbs. ago. Yikes! I suddenly needed to be SURE i dont look like that anymore.

No problem, I'm glad they're getting used! Cynthia - another one I see a lot DH/DD/DS etc = Dear husband/daughter/son.

Angela - I daresay you have skinny legs! I feel like I'm dragging tree stumps around most of the time :confused:

I think its reactionary and defensive to say that anyone is blaming the victim. I was just saying that, especially in my experience, it's emotionally complicated being fat. It is a big part of my identity, and change is scary. It is, in some ways and for some people, easier to be fat than to change. None of this is in any way blaming the victim. In many ways I chose and tried not to be fat; in some ways I chose to be fat. This is my experience. As far as opening doors for other people to blame the victim... Who exactly? I just think recognizing the complexity of a situation is okay. I don't blame fat people for turning to food for comfort. I don't blame them for being fat. I don't blame them for their choices and their condition. A corollary is how people always want homosexuality to be explained as either biological or sociological - nature v. nurture. I personally believe that it is a bit of both, but that doesn't mean that I blame gay people or think that they choose it. I still think it's an intrinsic part of their being, but I don't need to say that its due purely to biology just to try to make that point clearer. There's going to be subtleties and shades of gray in any situation; it isn't malicious or hurtful to acknowledge them.

Cynthia - LOL is laughing out loud. Exercise is good! I know its a pain and annoying, but it's good for you band or no band, losing weight or not. And it'll put you in a better mood, I bet. Always brings me up. Angela - How did the clothes work out? That profile shot is amazing. I'm going to go walk my sister's dog in a bit (she bruised her rib - doesn't know how), and pick up a pilates dvd to try before I go to NOLA.

I agree with Wheetsin. For my personal experience, I know that with each new WL attempt came a fear of failure, and a fear of success. I have been overweight/obese my whole life, so I don't even know what I look like under all this. That's pretty scary. And what about between WL attempts? After failing, or after succeeding only to then regain. I always felt "Well, why do this hard thing that is just going to fail, when I can do this which is easy." Everyone has different feelings, beliefs, and situations. It might not be true for you, but its definitely true for some.

Yeah I walked in Friday and the waiting room was totally empty! And they said I just missed you. We will set something up - maybe something during the week after July 4th weekend? I did get a fill - 2ccs. No restriction that I know of yet. (Total 6 ccs)

Ditto to what Angela said, Robyn. I love coffee, and am usually always up to go get some.

Thanks Angela :confused: It at least helps me know I can't go all the way over the edge without carbs. I have also noticed that my PCOS is getting better - my skin has cleared up a lot. Just something I realized. Ok, I'm going to go exercise and get it over with!

Robyn I understand your feelings. I'm already ready to see Sabapathy again this Friday. I was supposed to go see him this week, but I didn't because I thought he'd be at SG blah blah blah. I was really feeling overwhelmed a couple of weeks ago and fell into some bad habits... mainly overeating. I still don't let myself eat carbs (because then I know I'd be really, Really, REALLY off the wagon), but it's gotten harder for me to not eat a lot. I've started thinking about food all day every day. I don't have restriction. I'm going to call Dr. H's office and see if I can get a fill before I go (maybe on the day I go... :confused:) Anyway, even though Im losing, that doesn't matter in my head, where I hear "Eat cheese. Eat nuts. Eat tuna. Eat turkey. Eat chicken. Eat cheese." all day long, not "You're losing weight, don't blow it, don't eat when you're not hungry!"

Just so you see the other side... I used ALL my pain meds. I took it every 4 hours until it ran out, and then I started using liquid tylenol. I also had staples, which irritated my skin. But a lot of people use pain meds too.

You probably will need to see the doc about a week out. I'm pretty sure that it's physically okay, but if it's travel for pleasure, I wouldn't recommend it. You'll have a lot to adjust to the first few weeks.

thanks robyn :confused: just trying to make the most of it while i can

just wanted to say hi & thinking of you. you might also get some good support in the complications forum. talk to you soon.

My take on the situation is this: Personally, I was not bothered by her presence today at my fill. I also didn't have any questions that I had been wanting to ask Billie or Dr H. I do agree, however, that for the sake of medical professionalism, her presence should be explained to patients, and ask for their consent. It's entirely nothing personal, I just see that as standard procedure. And although her presence did not make me feel uncomfortable, that doesn't mean that another patient might take issue with it.

Sent! I'm sure we'll see each other. Okay, so I dont know about you, but I pack it in before a fill haha. I'm having a big Breakfast, and I have food for a biggish lunch, so that being on liquids for 24 hours won't kill me. Also, in case I'm supposed to go out tonight! Also I know my eating days are over again. So for breakfast today I am having: 1 egg, chevre cheese, lox, spinach, tomato (mix up in salad - no need for dressing bc of juiciness of tomato, creaminess of cheese) Lunch is up in the air.

LBT is being a pain about uploading my pictures. PM me your emails and I'll send them along

I have FF, 2% and full-fat cheese on hand at all times FF: only in conjunction with other food (i.e. scrambled in eggs, eaten in same bite w/ turkey pepperoni chips) 2%: When I want some cheesy taste, alone. Full: When I REALLLY want some cheesy taste, or plan to only use 1 serving (i.e. 1 serving in some chicken salad). I tend to eat cheese every day, usually for more than one meal. Cynthia - So good to see you! I will e-mail you again soon, but I definitely want you to keep me updated on everything going on with you. You've won half the battle - you know what's going on.

Turkey pepperoni & some fat-free cheese, some nuts I think. It's up in the air.

5000 is an estimate. Or a guess. Or a shot in the dark. I'm just saying I ate a lot

True, true. But let me tell you, pre-band I had a tolerance like nobody's business. I could drink 4, 6, 8 drinks. And these are drinks where I knew the bartender. I could drink more than any of my friends, etc. Post-band... 1) You never want to vomit. 2) After losing 60 lbs, it doesn't take as much to get you drink. 3) Eating 1000 calories a day as opposed to 5000, it doesn't take as much to get you drunk. Be prepared to see your tolerance (and bar tab!) go down. Its exciting.

Granted, post-band, for me a night of getting good and drunk off wine can take anywhere from 3-5 glasses. Most liquors have similar calorie counts per serving. Wine has more carbs, but doesn't need any mixer.