myturn2bhappy

:thumbup: Bunny Banster's July 4th Challenge

Bunny's name ------ Bunny's target loss --- Bunny's start weight --- Current date --- Bunny's Current weight --- Bunny's target July 4 weight

PharmaGirl ----------------- 20lb --------------------- 276lb ---------------- 1 May --------------------- 276lb ---------------------- 256lb

NY Lady -------------------- 20lb --------------------- 253lb ---------------- 1 May --------------------- 253lb ---------------------- 233lb

Lingling--------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

JayTee---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

MrsMitch -------------------- 20lb -------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

ALuv82---------------------- 30lb -------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Band_Groupie -------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Kaner ----------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Scoobydoo ------------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

TerriLynne ------------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Hopeful41411 --------------- 18lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

IsabellaP84 ----------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Hannah Jay ----------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

JWL08 ---------------------- 18lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Abbie-pie ------------------- 30lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Poconomom -----------------20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

myturn2Bhappy ------------- 30lb --------------------288 ------------------ 1 May --------------------288--------------------258

DMChef --------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

FutureSize10 ---------------- 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Doodlebug11 ---------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

tcbgirl ----------------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

twinmamma1130 ------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

mi_illusion_st ----------------15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

kittygirl --------------------- 22lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

JukeBox81782 -------------- 40lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Losing for me -------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Early ----------------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

labbandgirl2009 ------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Pottergirl------------------- 20lb--------------------- 280lb ----------------- 30 April------------------- 280lb ------------------- 260lb

shakia90 ------------------ 20lb --------------------- ? ---------------------1 May --------------------- ? --------------------------- ?

txdj ----------------------- 20lb---------------------- ? ---------------------1 May --------------------- ? --------------------------- ?

ThinWithin ------------------20lb---------------------- ? ---------------------1 May --------------------- ? --------------------------- ?

Help1977-----------------20lb----------------------251.8-------------------1 May----------------------251.8-------------------231.8

288 today, down 1 lb from last week. I was 286 on Wednesday :thumbup: Oh well, I knew eating mushies was going to change things up. Still have to be very positive since it's 17 lost since surgery.

My first goal is to lose 50lbs from my highest weight. So that would be 269 lb. My second goal would be 244 lb or 75lbs.

It's so interesting how different Docs respond.

Glad I made you chuckle! I aim to please :thumbup: I don't think that I'm a good buddy for sharing the pizza cheating. I mean isn't it going back to our old ways? Hmmm am I a loser bander and not a loser in a good way?

I just ate FF refried Beans with some mild green salsa. Yummy! I took my time, though no where near 30 mins. I really enjoyed them. Last night I ate one tiny piece of chicken I made for Hubby. Again I chewed the heck out of it, no problem what so ever.

Do you think the getting stuck or over eating is going to happen once we get a fill? Like am I getting to cocky thinking I can eat these things then once fill happens it's adios?!

i pureed chicken and then made guacamole and mixed it all thinned it w/chicken stock and viola instant mexican-esque fix!

pizza wise i pureed cottage cheese, a tablespoon of pizza sauce, some pizza herbs, mozzerella cheese and chopped garlic. little chicken stock to thin it and baked it in a ramakin. YUM!

they are some of my faves too!

Thin- I'm not a cottage cheese fan. So I'm wondering if you think it has a strong cottage cheesey flavor after baking?

My Doc said NEVER EVER chew gum. His reason was accidently swallowing and it getting stuck. I was so taken aback by never ever, but he did scare me into not wanting to risk it.

Just- if I didn't ask the few questions that I did, I swear I would've been out of there in 2 minutes too. I thought it was a waste of time. BTW, my Grandma lives in Pana,IL (near Taylorville) and my Mom is in Cereal Springs (near Marion).

I haven't gained... yet. I expect that will happen as soon as I start regular foods.

Peggy or where for outh thy Peggy?? I have some Scooby Snacks, if that doesn't grab your attention I don't know what will :thumbup:

Pottergirl- Walking is a wonderful thing! Good for you on racking up those miles. But unfortunately my right knee doesn't tolerate it well. A mile at slow pace is ok, more than that and I'm a mess. The bike & elipitical are much easier tolerated for me.

Hellloooooo out there!! Where are my 4/16 Bunny Buddies? Have you guys ditched me for cooler kids? :thumbup:

Ouch JT! I'm glad you're ok. I asked my Doc on Tuesday what I could do. He said stay out of the Water, bike,eliptical and not to try for my personal best. Do enough to get my heart rate up but not too much that I'm feeling completely worn out and to listen to my body.

Jenfs- I found this on the cooking/baking section. I hope it helps:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f82/mushies-stage-recipes-17637/

Welcome to bandland Jimbo!

Thanks Pharmagirl! That was very interesting.

BTW, after all of our Mexican food talk yesterday I had some black Beans and salsa. It was really good and hit the spot. I chewed, chewed, chewed probably overkill on the chewing :thumbup: But I felt better safe then sorry. I bought them from a "healthy" mexican fast food place, probably not as healthy as making them at home. But since I had about 1/4 cup I'm not freaking out about the calories.

Hola Bundito! Congrats on finally getting your date. Can't wait to you're over here in band land!

Congrats on the 18 lbs Jessica!

Early- I believe you are now starting Bandster Hell.

I'm freaked out about over eating, having food get stuck, sliming, etc. I know it happens to many. I wonder if there is anyone who avoided it always. If so I want to be part of that team :biggrin:

If you are working out, what are you doing? If you hope to soon, what is your plan?

I'm commited to walking 1 mile each way from work/train. I bought my monthly train pass and will not drive, except for Doc appt. day.

I have to drag my bootie out of bed at 4:45am so I can make it to the gym before work. I hope to swim, bike & eliptical. All depends on how my knee reacts.

Congrats Lauren! Happy to have you on this side :biggrin:

I have an appt on May 19th. He said that we'll see how I am then and discuss to fill or not to fill at that time.

Good news! So glad you're home and recovering.

Jessica- I was craving Mexican food so badly yesterday. I went on the food nutrition thread here to see if they had any healthy ideas. Mexican & pizza are my downfalls. I love love love them. I will not deprive myself of them (when I can eat) I just have to figure out a healthier way of preparing or ordering them.

Oh no BG, that must have scared the beegeebies out of you. I hope the stress test comes back with good results. I'm so sorry it happened on your bday. You're going to have to do something extra special to Celebrate later. Take care and keep us updated.

Thanks Ling! But you my dear are not the worst record keeper. You are a Gem for doing this for us! Kudos to you for keeping us all in check!

I've been on liquids so I know that has an awful lot to do with the 16 lb loss. God only knows what will happen when I'm allowed to have food. Though I have another 2 weeks before that happens. Super conservative Doc.

So glad to hear that you are home and feeling better. I can only imagine how hard, frustratins, scary, maddening and challenging that was for you. We were here for you in sickness and in health!

How was the weekend for everyone? Mine was good and bad, I cheated last night. I had two bites of pizza. I chewed, chewed, chewed and chewed some more. But I'm not suppose to have eaten anything. It went down fine, no problems.

Well I'm late to responding. I cheated and survived surgery just fine. I'm not proud of that nor do I encourage it. But stuff happens and we have to move on. That pre-op diet is a killer, though you're lucky to have some extra options. My Doc was super strict.

I hope time flies quickly for you till Thursday! Wishing you the best of luck and easy recovery. Please come post if you need support, that's what we're all here for!