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I was doing ok. then came lunch
I hate you lunch! Been banded since the 17th and pretending (somewhat) I was not hungry. First day back at work.. all this temptation. I thought I was going to have soup, but went to the grocery store with a colleague . What did I bring back..-small order of homemade mac &cheese and 2 deviled eggs. I was so hungry and wanted food. And since it was "soft and muschy". Although I did not eat the entire order 4 sporks fulls and 1 egg... I still did not follow the rules. Now I feel burpie and like a failure. There are going to be hurdles. I just hope I can minimize them:(. I need support and the desire to say no to food:blushing:
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I was doing ok. then came lunch
I hate you lunch! Been banded since the 17th and pretending (somewhat) I was not hungry. First day back at work.. all this temptation. I thought I was going to have soup, but went to the grocery store with a colleague . What did I bring back..-small order of homemade mac &cheese and 2 deviled eggs. I was so hungry and wanted food. And since it was "soft and muschy". Although I did not eat the entire order 4 sporks fulls and 1 egg... I still did not follow the rules. Now I feel burpie and like a failure. There are going to be hurdles. I just hope I can minimize them:(. I need support and the desire to say no to food:blushing:
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I am thankful for so much this year
God Bless!
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I Am Banded!
Nov 17th was the date that changed everything. I must admit that while I was waiting for the surgeon, I was having second thoughts. But ignored those feelings. I was happy to find out that he filled me with 2cc’s. I felt more confident. So the big question is……. ARE YOU HUNGARY?. Well, no I am not. I just miss the act of eating. My affair with food is over and it feels good. I equate me getting banding to going into rehab! This was my bottom and was so happy to have found this network. Already 5-6 pounds down.
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I Am Banded!
Nov 17th was the date that changed everything. I must admit that while I was waiting for the surgeon, I was having second thoughts. But ignored those feelings. I was happy to find out that he filled me with 2cc’s. I felt more confident. So the big question is……. ARE YOU HUNGARY?. Well, no I am not. I just miss the act of eating. My affair with food is over and it feels good. I equate me getting banding to going into rehab! This was my bottom and was so happy to have found this network. Already 5-6 pounds down.
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Nov 17th- here i come!
:biggrin::thumbup::thumbup: We got the green light! Surgery is tomorrow at 9am. I thought we would have to pospone it since I was not losing weight-because I was no 100% on a liquid diet. I did lose 2 pounds last week:) I am ready to do this. Can anyone share with me what I will need in the next few weeks. I know I have to be on a liquid diet, but what do folks drink? Water, shakes etc! Thanks for all the support and feedback!
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Nov 17th- here i come!
:thumbup::thumbup: We got the green light! Surgery is tomorrow at 9am. I thought we would have to pospone it since I was not losing weight-because I was no 100% on a liquid diet. I did lose 2 pounds last week:) I am ready to do this. Can anyone share with me what I will need in the next few weeks. I know I have to be on a liquid diet, but what do folks drink? Water, shakes etc! Thanks for all the support and feedback!
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Lost 43 pounds
Not sure about the Fill and being sore! BUT CONGRATS ON LOSING 43 BIG ONES!
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11/08/09: I had an interesting break through yesterday...
Awesome blog! I need to ask mysef WHY also!
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This CAnnot be a good sign
It's head hunger~ Food is my anti depressant. So I thought- but actually made me more depressed. It's all a mirage. I want this, I do. I just cringe at the thoughts of more "dieting" ?It's a pure nightmare. BUT. It's not dieting. its a life style change. I have to stay focused and really want this. Thanks for the advice ladies! It really helps me.
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Loving my LIMBO, Snug Enough
Really Loved reading your blog. I am not banded yet- still on the liquid diet- not doing so well. I can not wait to feel like you do~ I want food just to be food! Not my anti depressant :confused:. I am ready! I gonna kick this fat away!
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This CAnnot be a good sign
Greetings everyone, Well, I was suppose to be on this "liquid" diet for the last 10 days and have not been. Went to the doc today and he told me if I donot lose 5 pounds by Monday I will have to pospone the surgery,:confused:. I thought since my BMI is only 35.5, I could get away with not dieting- WRONG! The doc straight out and told me I didnt appeared to be committed- and that I will have to be on liquids for the next 3 weeks after the surgery or I will fail. I am confused? can anyone give me some advice? Is it true that if I am not willing to do it now and that I will fail after the surgery? Any advice would be great
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This CAnnot be a good sign
Greetings everyone, Well, I was suppose to be on this "liquid" diet for the last 10 days and have not been. Went to the doc today and he told me if I donot lose 5 pounds by Monday I will have to pospone the surgery,:confused:. I thought since my BMI is only 35.5, I could get away with not dieting- WRONG! The doc straight out and told me I didnt appeared to be committed- and that I will have to be on liquids for the next 3 weeks after the surgery or I will fail. I am confused? can anyone give me some advice? Is it true that if I am not willing to do it now and that I will fail after the surgery? Any advice would be great
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Getting Banded Nov17th and not sure if I am ready
I am paying 10k- self pay- South FL. Dr. Michael Chio
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Nov 17th- Am I ready?
Happy Friday Everyone. Just a little back ground information. I am 5'5 and 213 pounds. Decided to get the surgery last month- did my pre-opp a few days ago. I am self paid, so the surgery date is Nov 17th. BUT am I really ready? I am suppose to be on a liquid diet and just have no desire to do so..I mean I have been restricting my eating my entire life and I HATE IT. With that said. It makes me think that I am not committed. After the surgery I HAVE to restrict myself or I will get sick. And not to mention I am paying for this myself and I am not a fan of wasting money. Although there are hundred of blogs describing others success, why do I seem to be focused on the folks that the band has not worked for? WILL I EAT AROUND THE BAND? I am an emotional and compulsive eater. Is this surgery right for me? Any ADVICE and or suggestions would be helpful
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Getting Banded Nov17th and not sure if I am ready
True IDSWIMS! That is a great way to look at it! I just have been doing so much reading and spooked myself. I will change my thought process! How can I fail? I have help with the band and the will to suceed!
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Getting Banded Nov17th and not sure if I am ready
Thanks for the feedback guys! I did have a Psych exam and saw a nutritionist. I know that its about making the right choices, when it comes to food. But I have failed thus far. Why with this band will I suceed? I am hoping that it will work because I feel full sooner and will walk away from my plate. I am so unsure!
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Getting Banded Nov17th and not sure if I am ready
Happy Friday Everyone. Just a little back ground information. I am 5'5 and 213 pounds. Decided to get the surgery last month- did my pre-opp a few days ago. I am self paid, so the surgery date is Nov 17th. BUT am I really ready? I am suppose to be on a liquid diet and just have no desire to do so..I mean I have been restricting my eating my entire life and I HATE IT. With that said. It makes me think that I am not committed. After the surgery I HAVE to restrict myself or I will get sick. And not to mention I am paying for this myself and I am not a fan of wasting money. Although there are hundred of blogs describing others success, why do I seem to be focused on the folks that the band has not worked for? WILL I EAT AROUND THE BAND? I am an emotional and compulsive eater. Is this surgery right for me? Any ADVICE and or suggestions would be helpful
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Getting Banded Nov17th and not sure if I am ready
Happy Friday Everyone. Just a little back ground information. I am 5'5 and 213 pounds. Decided to get the surgery last month- did my pre-opp a few days ago. I am self paid, so the surgery date is Nov 17th. BUT am I really ready? I am suppose to be on a liquid diet and just have no desire to do so..I mean I have been restricting my eating my entire life and I HATE IT. With that said. It makes me think that I am not committed. After the surgery I HAVE to restrict myself or I will get sick. And not to mention I am paying for this myself and I am not a fan of wasting money. Although there are hundred of blogs describing others success, why do I seem to be focused on the folks that the band has not worked for? WILL I EAT AROUND THE BAND? I am an emotional and compulsive eater. Is this surgery right for me? Any ADVICE and or suggestions would be helpful