OH Juli

I agree with Hazelbunny,find something to focus on that you do like about yourself and look at that part. But how to get rid of the fat woman? This might sound goofy, but figure out why you kept her around for so long, thank her for her service and tell her she's going to leaving because you have other more positive ways to deal with what she was protecting you from.

You know it makes me think about meat tenderizer. If you look at them often they have papaya. I'll have to look at the science behind that! I bet it's the same thing. Breaks down the structure of the food so it softens and passes through. Very clever! Of course I'm going to have to get some. Thanks, Sue!

Sue- What are papaya enzymes and where does one find them. Also, I have to wait 8 weeks from my banding to my first fill. I know what you mean about not feeling banding them BAM, hello there's constriction. Today it was a cold ground beef patty for breakfast. Odd choice and a bad decision, won't happen again.

Congratulations to your son on his Bar Mitzvah! I was going to knock the fish from McD's but really as far as their sandwiches go, it's not that bad. (As far as low fat protein goes, it's not that good.) But you could do worse. Maybe talk to the decision makers at your school about how horrible fast food for lunch is for your students and redirect them to better alternatives for next year. (I'm a school food service manager, but I won't jump on a soap box.) I'm with you on wanting a fill, NOW.

Find a big old thread bare T shirt to wear over your suit. And put on that, "don't even think about giving me a hard time" face as you stride toward the pool. Really the people who are concerned with other people's size or shape don't have opnions I value anyway. :biggrin1:

How frustrating for you! You haven't made a mistake! You'll get some restriction and this episode will fade into the past. In the meantime try to get back to basics about eating the right foods and exercising. Even a little exercise is better than nothing. And give your doctor a piece of your mind when you see him. :angry That was so not cool.

Throwing food away is the hardest thing! But I can do it! I allow my daughter to throw away whatever she doesn't want to eat. Now I need to practice for myself what I preach to her.

I have to agree my ankles and feet don't hurt like they used to. But because of a serious increase in activity my knee is giving me pain. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> My question is what over the counter pain medication do people use? I loved my ibuprofen and know that's a no-no. Tylenol doesn't do much for me unless there's a little #3 and I can't do that everyday. I don't know much about Aleve, any thoughts? Is that okay not to irritate the stomach?<o:p></o:p>

Suzanne- He is full of pep! Your poor DH having to sit through it! I've watched the entire infomercial so many times I can't count. I know I'm going to cave and buy it.

I'll take any of your suggested names... I'd be interested in a challenge too. Exercise and/or water would be great! I'll keep looking for postings.

I see a difference in you pictures. Funny about your DH. If I were more proficient with photoshop I'd stick a porn star face on your picture just for giggles.

Tammyj You can lose those 10 pounds before Mother's Day! YOU WILL! I was in Chicago last weekend. It was beautiful but chilly! Wish I was there this weekend instead. OH Juli

How many times have I watched "HIP HOP ABS"? I'm going to end up ordering it soon, I know. I work out nearly every day at the a fitness center at work. I don't need Hip Hop Abs, I can't dance very well because of two left feet and I've got Tae Bo tapes galore that I never use.... But still I watch....I can't turn away.

I love that you post over and over again. You really don't know how much just reading people's postings helps me. Juli

I want to be well within normal BMI. I'm committed to getting there too. I don't know what it will feel like, I've never been that small before, but I'm willing to find out.

G&R- I too shoot for 1200 calories a day but it's more like 1500. I lost a lot quickly after surgery, close to twenty pounds in 3 weeks. But in the last two weeks I've jumped around the same few numbers on the scale and not losing anything. I'm working out and still trying to be good but I could eat giant portions like I used to. OMG, I want sugar too. I reduced that back in January and now the cravings are killing me. I'm frustrated. Logically I know my body is getting used to the loss but I want a fill and I want the first fill to work. Know what I mean? I've dropped two pant sizes, down to a 26. I have 24s and 22s waiting for me in the closet. After that I'm going to have to buy clothing! Yeah! Good you for tracking your cals, even when you don't want to. Are you on Fitday.com?

I was told I was okay to bike 2 weeks after surgery. Enjoy your new toy!

I stayed one night in the hospital. Dr. Mikami requires that. I was happy to stay that night. My surgery didn't happen until 1:30 pm and I wasn't in my room until 6pm. I had classes with OSU's nutritionist. Where are you at that you're not local? As for other insights, ask me specifics or I'll ramble on forever. I love my band and I really love OSU. I was scheduled at Barix and my insurance denied the surgeon there. It delayed my surgery but I couldn't be more confident in the care I received/am receiving.

Me too. It took 14 mos to get to banded. So worth the wait, don't you think? My first fill is 5-7-07. We are doing this side by side.

Beautiful!!!! I love the arched brows and earrings. Fantastic for you!

I use fitday.com religiously. I don't think I'd be this successful without it!

I got a phone call after they had a meeting where the team reviewed my case. Then I had to take the 4 weeks of nutrition classes, then I got a date to meet Dr. Makami. When I met him I got my surgery date. January they reviewed me. Mid Feb I was done with classes and met the doctor. March 8th had surgery.

My daughter is five. We talked about how I'm eating better nutrition now. I did NOT tell her I had surgery because I was fat. I just told her my tummy wasn't working right and the surgery was to fix it. I don't want her to focus on body image or size issues. You know? You'll also not be able to pick them up...so sharing you're having surgery is important. It wasn't that big a deal aside from her telling her entire preschool class I had surgery and wanting to show them my scar by pulling on my top. Also she was concerned when I transitioned from mushies to solids, like you can't eat that! I was surprised how little it actually impacted on her world. Really just know there are no secrets, they will tell someone. :omg:

Boo hoo. I'm too fat to run. Actually, my knee got to hurting and I'm afraid that the excess weight is going to hurt my frame if I run at this size. So the plan is to see Onederland then give it a shot again.:think

I was banded by Dr. Mikami at OSU. Barix was out of network for my insurance.