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Okay, Tamra! Do yo thang.... I plan to all Protein tomorrow too. B-Scrambled egg and 3oz ham L-4oz grilled salmon filet (I already made it) D-grilled chicken filet with 3 tbsb. broccoli I plan to go to the gym tomorrow. Today was my day off.

Ashley, very interesting. I had occasional heartburn/indigestion and even had a Rx for Tagament (sp?) in th past. I had no idea I had a hiatal hernia until after the surgery. It has not gotton worse. I haven't had it at all since the surgery. I was under the impression that it would be better not worsen as a result of the surgery.

Congratulations, Ashley! You are a hard worker. I can't wait until you get your date. Just chiming in...Gotta run.....

Good evening peeps. All is well here. I am so glad to see you all rocking the band and Pre-Op diet. We need each other to stay motivated. I have been doing good too. I can't wait to see you all on the 24th. I plan to be there. I am so tired. I almost let that keep me from working out. I skipped yesterday but was determined today to to something. I just hit my home treadmill for 35minutes/2/14miles. I usually aim for 2.5 miles or more but...I was wiped!!! I am trying to get down as much as I can by my birthday, May 27th and for my fill on June 10th... Let's do this, peeps!!!

Top of he morning everybody! Today is that brand new day we are refer to... Let's make it happen! Have a great week....on program. Where ever you are in this process. Smile :thumbup:

Good morning everyone! I'm here... Been reading your post, just no time to reply. Too many gathering and tried to enjoy spring break with my kids. However my house is a mess!!! Tomorrow will be spring cleaning day. That is if I can move after the last party tonight. Lol. Have a great weekend! Ttyl. :biggrin:

Ashley, I was trying to work it out but unfortunately, we won't make the fundraiser. Maybe next time. Be sure to let me know if they have another one....

Ashley, What time is your Chucky FundRaiser? I just may want to come and bring my rats.

John....Ohhhh, okay. I wasn't sure what your occupation was. I see.... That would be a problem. Rachelle-tell me a joke, gurl. I know what you mean on the appearances...Been there, done that. I had Dr Fisher too. We affecionately call him Dr Whoo on here sometimes. LOL. He's cool, you'll like him. He keeps it real!

Hi everyone! I am now back on track....I am also on Spring Break. I hope I can keep it up. I am trying to exercise daily and eat well at all meal. I did well yesterday and Monday and not so well on Sunday. I am glad to be back on track and plan to go to the gym at 2:30pm... Tamra-I'm with ya girl. I need to kick-in on the 5-day pouch test challenge too. I just may try my own version of it!!!! Maybe I will start at stage III...Hmmmm????? Jes-All these weekends are so sewed up...I would love to come out and walk with you... But April is gone. I am already into May which will be a challenging month for me...It's my birthday month...I also want to be down for my June 10th fill.....I have to be proactive and workout like heck.... John-great job on the weightloss. I am so proud of you. Gimme some of dat motivation. Sorry about the job but.....Get da MONEY!!!! Why wouldn't Dr Whoo want you to go??? I'm confused. Candra-I miss you girl. You better keep coming here. You keep me going. We need to get summer ready so we can confuse the heck out of the husbands.....LOL. Pam-Hey lady! I'm glad you had fun RV'ing. Sorry about the meals coming back up. Ali-Hi, can't wait to meet you in-person. Are you coming on the 24th? Rachelle-Welcome to a great group. Good with your weightloss..... Ashley-No problem. I knew we would not want to get the babies sick out in the element. Mine are constantly ill and battling some flu/virus or another. Currently, Kamryn is being treated for Walking Pneumonia. Me???---I still have something going on and don't feel totally well. I am experiencing some serious restriction as a result of being sort of ill. I am such a knuckle head though. I keep eating "one bite too many!!!" Ugh..... I have to stop the self sabotaging behavior...It henders my weightloss. TTyL

Hey everybody!!! All is well....Let's just say, "I'm on DeTox!" Too much food and drank yesterday!!!! Ashley-I was going to call you to walk but I went outside and....It's too damn cold.... Maybe tomorrow....I decided to go to the gym this afternoon. Jes-Yes, gurlllllllllllllll. Today is a brand new day. Back to the gym and square 1. I can do it. Have a good day everybody.

I finally added some pics to my albums....Some of the group and some befores and afters....Go see.

Good evening everyone. Pat-I am so sorry you are feeling down. Try not to stress. Everything will work out. God has a plan for you. I hope you are a believer. Sorry, if you are not. I will keep you in my prayers. You need us for support. Don't stay away from the board..... You were doing so good. You can get back on track. I feel you on the restriction. I sometimes feel like I have none...Maybe it's not the restriction I'm lacking it's will power... Nicolie-Thanks girl. I am trying so hard. I'm not in a rush either. We didn't get this way over night and I know we won't lose it overnight either. I'm just impatient sometimes...It's the Gemini in me. Tamra-Thanks girl. You are doing so well too. I wish I had some of your will power. I am going to restart posting my meals on here. It seems like I was doing so much better with the food choices when I was. We need to keep each other accountable. Riley-Yes, that was me mentioning the tightness in the band when ill. I am right here with you. I've had this cold for about a week and have dropped a few pound by being sick. Not the way I want to lose but I'll take it cuz I'm like Pat and others who are playing with the same damn 2-3lbs... I am getting there though. I have increased my exercise and was told today by Dr Fisher that I need to start interval training. Especially on the treadmill....Incline!!! Ugh!!! Okay, tomorrow.... I hope all are well and working towards their individual goals. I have a new one....My birthday is May 27....Approximately 2 months away. I would like to be 15lbs down..Okay, let's keep it real...10lbs down... I think 185lbs sounds real good. Hell, 180lbs sounds even better...Who's down... Let's get summer ready ladies and John. When are we going to get together to walk. I may have to bring a kid or 2 but I'm ready. Jes-I see you down there!!! How are you, lady?

Hello all! Did ya'll move and not tell a sista???? Where the heck is everyone???? LOL I did not get a fill. Dr Whoo said I'm doing fine and doesn't want me to end up in ER in need of an unfill.....He seems to think my restriction is good and that I need to be sure not to resort to slider foods...Overall, I have lost at total of 24lbs since my surgery...Not bad, huh??? I told him that I was a tad bit disapointed because I know of others who have surpassed that amount and that I feel like I'm a slow looser...He said that is fine and a good amount at a good pace...I know it's 30lbs more than I would have lost on my own...I am still proud.... I then stopped at Macy's Hilltop on the way back and bought two very expensive little black dresses...I can not believe I can fit my butt into....One is a size....hold the phone.....12 and the other is a size 14. I haven't worn a 12 or 14 in over 10 years.... The 12 doesn't zip all the way but...It will in another 10-15lbs... They were a steal. Loving the new me.............................TTYL. P.S. Going to change my ticker.......

Ok so i'm here at kaiser richond!!! Wish me luck! Thanks Lee

Ashley!!!!! OMG!!!! You go girl! I'm so happy for you. I knew could do it!!!! Good Job! How far out is Fremont scheduling....Get your butt in there....fast....lol. Where the heck is everybody??? It sure is quiet in here. I have my appt with Dr Whoo in the morning. I hope I've "earned" my fill...Hehehe! I was 197.5 this morning and had a last chance workout this afternoon. Hopefully it was enough to knock out that .5lb I sure hope all are well and the quietness in here is a good sign that you all are working out or something. LOL. TTYL.............

Hey all! Thanks so very much for the well wishes!!! I do feel better. Tea works miracles to sooth upset tummies... How about this? I was a 195.5lbs on my scale for a brief second. I got excited. It left and stuck at 196.6lbs... I'm happy with that too. Dr Whoo here I come. To the gym this afternoon. Need a nap first tho. Gotta get there by 3:30pm. Then to swoop up by babies!!!

Nicolie-thanks lady. I am so happy for you and your honey. Have fun. I will definately be at your party... We will miss you so.

Hey guys... I am sick!!! I am super congested and have low energy. Who ever said the bands get tight during colds/illnesses....was right.... Ironically, days before I go to my 6 month appt and hopefully 2nd fill... I get my restriction back. How the heck does that happen??? I have tried to read and keep up with your posts. I'm sorry I missed the meeting on Saturday. I wish I were there. It sounds like you all had lots of fun. I would have loved to see Donna in those baggy clothes. I am currently holding at 197.3, this morning. I am super low carbing and high protein-ing. I hope to drop at least 1lb by Thursday's appt. Not sure about the fill, as I do not want to end up too tight. Pat-I see you and I are at the same weight....Way to go girl. What size clothing can you fit???? Are all of your 16's gone???? I hope all are well. TTYL.......................

Happy Saturday... TTYL...................

Good evening All!!! Ashley=I am so very happy for you. Way to go...You can do that in no time.... I am a member of the ZERO Restriction Club too...I can't wait until Thursday. I will be so mad if Dr. Whoo denies my fill.... Let us pray>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

Hey All! Just checking in!!! John-Nice pics! Wow, I can really see the difference. I know you feel great. Jes-I can see the difference in you too. If I had met you now...I would have never thought you were ever any different... You look tiny and petite to me.... I can't wait to get to where you are..... Okay...so...I have been to the gym 2 days and walked my home treadmill 2 days this week. You know how the pedometer that several of us have logs 7 days of info on the display....Well, I have 4 out of 7 days showing over 10,000 steps per day.... I am so happy. I am working this exercise thing...Now if I could just adjust my eating and sometimes my choices....I so need a fill. I hope to be down enough to get one 4/1.... I am also sleeping much more sounder....It feels so good!!! Lovin' the new me and being motivated!!!

John, OMG! I have to see this story. I just set my DVR. Thanks...did you add me yet????

Tam-Tam-No scale tho. It's not a Kaiser supported meeting. I wish there were. It would give me a more accurate read before my appt next week. I'm not worried cuz I'm down about 8lbs since I last saw Dr Whoo.

Tamra and Ashley-I will try to make the meeting. Not sure yet. I have to confer with the hubby. I think he's starting to feel like "house Husband"....I've been leaving so much and I have girls night on Saturday night. I need a meeting though. So who knows. I will let you both know in the AM. I'll try to post early or call you early so you can secure mom's to sit, Tamra.