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Wow! Just WOW...

Actually, I don't think my dr ever even mentioned a goal weight. A healthy bmi was more his goal. But my personal trainer (that I had for about 10 mths) wanted me to be realistic - she gave me a goal of 160. My personal goal is 140 (as I've already surpassed my trainers goal and I'm still "fat"). I have about 13 lbs to go...

To paraphrase a line from, "It's a Wonderful Life" - everytime a person gets a Sleeve, a diet pill Marketer cries.

And to those others who lose their hunger either for good or for a long period: Those of us who never lost it HATE YA'LL. It's what I hate the most. The fact that I'm still hungry - most of the time, since I can eat very litte, I'm hungry more often. And for those of u who have lost it and say "It's just stomach acid. Take a PPI". Not only am I already taking a PPI 2x a day, I KNOW the difference between hunger and stomach acid. I'm 46 yrs old. I know the difference - and it's truly hunger.
And yes, I still get cravings. Mostly for Mexican food about once a month. Luv the saucy, spicy, cheesy goodness. A few bites will do it for me now tho...

Very sweet. And how many carbs could there possibly be in those tiny tortillas? Eat up, buttercup! Enjoy the spoiling her gives u!

The sleeve doesn't fail, some people who are sleeved fail. Instead of utilizing their tool, they eat around their sleeve, grazing, eating sliders, making poor choices, not following the nutritional plan their doctor gave them, etc.

Nope. The sleeve cannot fail. You can. I can. We all can. We must CHOOSE not to.

Then have your cup of coffee. Really. Some doctors say no coffee and some say no restriction. No idea why there is a difference other than superstition. Coffee is a daily staple! The caffeine from coffee also is a mild thermogenic and will metabolize fatty acids in the blood stream -a fat burner.. There are many benefits to coffee. Just don't overdo it because dehydration is no fun in more ways than one.

Not too long ago, I watched an episode of My 600 lb Life. There was a story of Zsalynn, who's husband was not supportive, to say the least. He would laugh at her, tempt her, tell her he liked her fat and he didn't want "a hot dog if he could have a steak".
It was really sad. So, so sorry for ur lack of support. I coulda sworn that was in any marriage vows - but I could be wrong (I know that I'm wrong but it should be there). I hope he doesn't try to sabotage ur efforts... let us know how things r going.
If u need someone to talk to, pm me anytime. Ull get all the support u need on this site. Good luck!

Thats what I said in the dressing room at Penneys last year when buying those said neon tye died skinny jeans. becuz they were a size 7. And only cuz they were a size 7. "I'm going to ear these"
Guess I needed a good girlfriend to go shopping with me to talk me out of some purchases!
However, last summer I looked terrible in tanks, as I always have. Since last summer I've lost an additional 26 lbs so tanks look decent (not great, still have a little sideb-boob going on) so I've been buying them alot lately. While I may not look fantastic in em, it gets hot in So Ca so I'm comfy.
Oh, did I mention the coochie-cutters I bought over the last year, thinking that someday they may look decent on me? Recently gave them (size 8/9 - they fit but make me look like I'm trying to be 16) to my stepdaughters girlfriend. Coochie cutters look much better on a 21 yr old a** than a 46 yr old a**.

I'm constantly asking my husband if I'm trying to look like I'm 16 when I'm trying on clothing. Last summer, I bought a pair on neon (tri color, mind u) pink/orange/yellow skinny jeans. As soona as I put them on at home, I knew they were a no-go. Just becuz I can doesn't mean I should. I look like a fool. That was a wasted $30 from Penneys. I'm 46 and have to shop for my jeans in the juniors dept cuz my butt is so small that the womens jeans make my butt look even saggier.
Good luck!
Oh, and I LOVE Old navy!

Oops, had I continued reading, I would realized coochie cutters were already explained. And even a photo. Nice. Luv "The People of Walmart"

Super super short shorts. Ones that outline ur "lady parts". Not sure they look good on anyone but those under 30 have a demand for them, I guess. They sell them everywhere. They will never look good on me. Even if they did, I'd feel too uncomfortable to wear them in public...

Maybe thats why my girls aren't "magically perky". I can finally fit into the cheap Target bras with skinny straps (I've always had to wear over-the-shoulder-boulder-holders) so I buy those now. Maybe I should go back to my $50 bras?

Medicare doesn't have a pre approval process. If u meet the qualifications (bmi of >40 with no comoribities or >35 with 1) u just take ur chances and u find out after the surgery whether they paid it or not. At least thats what my dr office insurance coordinator told me.
Medicare paid for my lapband in 2009 and my sleeve revision 10 mths ago (at bmi of 28. I had a band complication that necessitated removal). Not sure what/if ur other insuance is, I'm just speaking for Medicare.
Good luck! Enjoy ur vvacation

Thats what I said in the dressing room at Penneys last year when buying those said neon tye died skinny jeans. becuz they were a size 7. And only cuz they were a size 7. "I'm going to ear these"
Guess I needed a good girlfriend to go shopping with me to talk me out of some purchases!
However, last summer I looked terrible in tanks, as I always have. Since last summer I've lost an additional 26 lbs so tanks look decent (not great, still have a little sideb-boob going on) so I've been buying them alot lately. While I may not look fantastic in em, it gets hot in So Ca so I'm comfy.
Oh, did I mention the coochie-cutters I bought over the last year, thinking that someday they may look decent on me? Recently gave them (size 8/9 - they fit but make me look like I'm trying to be 16) to my stepdaughters girlfriend. Coochie cutters look much better on a 21 yr old a** than a 46 yr old a**.

It's just a cheese made from yougrt instead of milk. I like the jalapeno flavored one. I don't like to eat a chunk of it (like stronger cheese) but I luv it in stuff (like eggs, on top of chili, etc). Whatever u'd use a stronger cheese on.
Hint: I think swiss is too strong and sharp cheddar for eating plain. If u like eating those plain, u may like this.
http://www.traderjoesfan.com/component/mtree/products/dairy_case/yogurt_cheese/

WTG! Congrats!

Almond butter, yogurt cheese, TJ's spicy guacamole, coffee Beans (I use the grey can of Joes Dark Roast - $4.99 for 12 oz), and dark chocolate (Yes, indeedee, I do eat dark chocolate). While I go there weekly and get more than that there, those r the must haves that u can't get anywhere else (u can always get coffee elsewhere but I'm a coffee snob who can't afford to be a coffee snob. So this is the best for me)
Have fun! U might want to bring along a small cooler in case u get stuff that has to be refigerated...

Haven't barfed once since being banded. Can eat anything and I do. Just in small amounts. Even worms....

I agree. U the exceptional spouse in a supportive role. While my husband is extremely supportive of my weightloss journey, not sure he would ever even think of posting on a support board.
Ur a very rare one! And I love it! Just know that it's a long road and u and he need to have patience. It doesn't happen overnight. At least for most of us it doesn't. And plx be patient with his new eating habits (and lack of eating habits). I about bit hubbys head off the first month when I was only allowed full liquids. He ate real food and I was jealous. So I let him know that. And he sucked it up! Ur husband might be cranky, especially in the beginning when his diet is so limited. He'll probably be hungry (many of us never lose that hunger) and want real food.< /p>
Good luck! Hope to hear more from u as he progresses...

Actually, I don't think my dr ever even mentioned a goal weight. A healthy bmi was more his goal. But my personal trainer (that I had for about 10 mths) wanted me to be realistic - she gave me a goal of 160. My personal goal is 140 (as I've already surpassed my trainers goal and I'm still "fat"). I have about 13 lbs to go...

I agree. U the exceptional spouse in a supportive role. While my husband is extremely supportive of my weightloss journey, not sure he would ever even think of posting on a support board.
Ur a very rare one! And I love it! Just know that it's a long road and u and he need to have patience. It doesn't happen overnight. At least for most of us it doesn't. And plx be patient with his new eating habits (and lack of eating habits). I about bit hubbys head off the first month when I was only allowed full liquids. He ate real food and I was jealous. So I let him know that. And he sucked it up! Ur husband might be cranky, especially in the beginning when his diet is so limited. He'll probably be hungry (many of us never lose that hunger) and want real food.< /p>
Good luck! Hope to hear more from u as he progresses...

Funny u should mention barf. 30 minutes ago I just vomited a chicken salad (leftovers from dinner last nite). Not sure why. I can usually eat everything.Vomiting was a normal part of my eating when I was banded (sleeve revision 10 mths ago) but in the last 10 mths, this was like my 3rd time vomiting. It's usually a long, drawn out, painful process since being sleeved, but tonite was like in remembrance of band days.
Hope this isn't my future. I'm now drinking chamomile tea to calm my tummy...And I LUV cobb salads...

I wish everyone here had a spouse or partner who was as supportive as you. Thanks for taking the time to educate yourself! My husband has been awesome too, and I'm so blessed by it!

It absolutely gets better. I thought my recovery was long. By 3 weeks I was feeling much better, but those first 2 weeks, I felt like I was hit by a semi. I'd come on here and see a bunch of people out running marathons at 3 days. Used to bum me out. Felt I was the only one whose recovery sucked. I wasn't.
Anyday now you'll wake up feeling better. I promise. This can't last forever. and once u start eating real food, ull get ur energy back. I rpmise...
Good luck