Jadeite

Thank you all so much. I just love this blog. We are all so very powerful and give our strength to each other in different ways. Thank you for being apart of this process. May we continue to inspire and encourage each other along the way!

I have been on a Curry kick lately. Soo good Thai kitchen red Curry you can get this at City Market or where ever. You can use the paste and add some lite coconut mile or there is one in a bottle all ready to g. Add habeneros for spice, What ever meat or tofu, veggies that are easy to go down, peas, sweet potato, onion, celery all boiled soft but not too soft. Experiment. Also i made pork loins kabobs last night Way yummy using a rosemary marinade. Hope this gives you some ideas.. Good luck with everything Jade

Good to see you back! keep on rockin with ya bad self. Yo i just gota say you are f'n awesome. Keep your vision close to you and it will be fully yours and even better than you imagined! Just a couple things came to mind when reading this post. First. You are making the right decision by taking charge of your life. Unfortunetly sometimes we have to go through some mundane procedures to get where we want to be.. ie. insurance. Glide over these obstacles with grace and forthrightness and you'll be out of surgery before you know it. Second. Weight is different for all of us. But i would say the common denominator is weight carries emotion, just as much as muscles do. There is a memory associated with them. For many of us amazing righteous women, extra weight is a form of protection. Protecting us from whatever we need protection from. Deep emotional psychological shit. But again this isn't the time to get caught up in that either. We've already been swimming in it for the past 10-20+ years. Insert Badu..(Bag Lady, you gon hurt yourself you can't hurry up cause you got to much stuff.) At this time We are simple done. We no longer care to have or want the burden, pain, suffering to carry around. At one point in time we did need the weight to hold on to. Now we don't and we get to let go. Not only release the burden from your physical body but the mental and emotional as well. its a package deal folks. Third I just have to say this.. Chemical and psychological warfare has been perpetrated against us for decades. It is truly unbelievable what is manufactured as additives or natural flavors in (yes you said it girl) Cheap Food. I know I'm radical when I day this but Corporations are slowy kiiling raping and controlling us Via food chain and they know it. Switching to eating healthy can be expensive especially if you are still buying the boxed stuff. Check out the bulk bins.. great deals. Why is it that REAL FOOD is more expensive that the bs made in a lab? Where is the LIFE FORCE of our food? They have stripped nature away from us in damn near every way possible. They raw vital energy and love food gives us can not be replaced by corn sizzurp. This process is just that a process about LOVING YOURSELF. A new concept for most of us... wonder why? Cause we are so damn awesome. I mean really super queens...

Alrighty, time to get this thing movin. I haven't felt any restriction from my first fill so I am hoping with this next one I will start seeing some better results. So far i waver around the 10lb loss marker from my surgery just a little over a month ago. Today I have a long day drive to Abq and back so i am going to jump on my elliptical and go to a chiropratic appointment this morning. My neck has been killing me Needing to amp up the yoga too. Something to Share So I have been reading this book called Awakening and Healing the Rainbow Body. One morning i opened the book to the section titled INTENTION. Intentions are conscious and subconscious. We are mostly aware of the conscious intentions ie getting the lapband or calling in a new lover to your life... However there are even Stronger intentions we put out there everyday through our subconscious. These types of intentions can bring us harsh lessons filled with much tribulation and pain. The reason for this IS our own personal feelings of unworthness and lack of self love!!! I almost cried... For me, these words hit home like a falling boulder. I see this truth played out for me over and over in my relationships, which have always left me shattered. I thought to myself, How/why do i hate my self this much. I really do love myself and believe that i am an amazing person. Even this realization of subconscious intention is baby steps towards changing the ingrained thought patterns of self abuse. I mentioned earlier how much I LOVE yoga and how it makes me feel So good after i go to a class. Knowing how much i benifit from going to yoga class doesn't mean i go everyday or every week. I am really having to take a long hard look at my self and ask why and i not going. Is this just part of the ingrained pattern of self abuse and lack of self love? So i am making a commitment to myself to consciously be aware of my subconscious and correct myself if i hear myself thinking negatively. Also being grateful to know that i am positively affected by going to yoga class and will make the effort to go more often for the sake of self love and repatterning my intentions. Just to put it out there in the universe. May i be given the strength to follow though this knowledge with action.

Alrighty, time to get this thing movin. I haven't felt any restriction from my first fill so I am hoping with this next one I will start seeing some better results. So far i waver around the 10lb loss marker from my surgery just a little over a month ago. Today I have a long day drive to Abq and back so i am going to jump on my elliptical and go to a chiropratic appointment this morning. My neck has been killing me Needing to amp up the yoga too. Something to Share So I have been reading this book called Awakening and Healing the Rainbow Body. One morning i opened the book to the section titled INTENTION. Intentions are conscious and subconscious. We are mostly aware of the conscious intentions ie getting the lapband or calling in a new lover to your life... However there are even Stronger intentions we put out there everyday through our subconscious. These types of intentions can bring us harsh lessons filled with much tribulation and pain. The reason for this IS our own personal feelings of unworthness and lack of self love!!! I almost cried... For me, these words hit home like a falling boulder. I see this truth played out for me over and over in my relationships, which have always left me shattered. I thought to myself, How/why do i hate my self this much. I really do love myself and believe that i am an amazing person. Even this realization of subconscious intention is baby steps towards changing the ingrained thought patterns of self abuse. I mentioned earlier how much I LOVE yoga and how it makes me feel So good after i go to a class. Knowing how much i benifit from going to yoga class doesn't mean i go everyday or every week. I am really having to take a long hard look at my self and ask why and i not going. Is this just part of the ingrained pattern of self abuse and lack of self love? So i am making a commitment to myself to consciously be aware of my subconscious and correct myself if i hear myself thinking negatively. Also being grateful to know that i am positively affected by going to yoga class and will make the effort to go more often for the sake of self love and repatterning my intentions. Just to put it out there in the universe. May i be given the strength to follow though this knowledge with action.

thank you so much for your kind words and warm wishes. does mean alot!

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Today was very surreal for me. At first I was excited about spring and getting seed starters going for the flower and vegetable garden this summer. And then reality stuck me with one phone call. My grandmother, is simply divine in every way. Her eyes penetrate with a deep ocean blue hue of love and wisdom smiling forth from her golden heart. After 93 years of earthy living, her body is no longer functioning well enough to make life her life livable and she is ready to go home. She and my mother are the smartest and most loving people I know. The world will not be the same without her. Sending out prayers for her journey and for the grace of my family during this emotional transition... All others are welcome thankyou....peace

Today was very surreal for me. At first I was excited about spring and getting seed starters going for the flower and vegetable garden this summer. And then reality stuck me with one phone call. My grandmother, is simply divine in every way. Her eyes penetrate with a deep ocean blue hue of love and wisdom smiling forth from her golden heart. After 93 years of earthy living, her body is no longer functioning well enough to make life her life livable and she is ready to go home. She and my mother are the smartest and most loving people I know. The world will not be the same without her. Sending out prayers for her journey and for the grace of my family during this emotional transition... All others are welcome thankyou....peace

You will do great.. Just keep posting.. there is a lot of support on here.. keep up the good work!!!

Awesome way to go Beth!!! so glad for you.. Im not losing much either but at least I'm not gaining. I got so excited when i saw the scale go down to 211. But then the crimson wave came and those numbers are history. I too am trying to be patient and kick up the exercise.. I know we can do it. Hopeful fill #2 will offer some restriction. PS love to hear about those recipies take care!! jade**

Woman the best kept secret is simple common knowledge. Burn more than you eat. If you can add in some exercise be it yoga, hiking, elliptical, bike whatever you will see results. Also as far as food goes Protein first. Get in those protein shakes in the morning... it really helps.. Are you keeping up with your fills? Feelin much restriction? Remember that the band must b played with to find your sweet stpot. Don't worry you will be there soon:)!!

Good luck with everything. I know going through insurance can be time consuming and energetically depleting. Just keep on withit though. Everything will be fine. So happy for you!!! Can't wait for you to get your surgery date! yay!!!

Girl, you couldn't squeeze the Fabulous out of you, even Dole got a hold of your ass.. lol You are awesome, and sensational. Life's truest test is when we are juggling it all at once while maintaining health and prosperity. A fine delicate balance. Keep those close to you who bring blessing to your balance not discourage it. We all have our negative moments... but alas we stay the course and work on mastering the fluidity of our roller coaster ride and minimizing the abrupt stops and jerk movement. Emotions are strange addicts needing recognition and sustainability before they lash out in violence towards ourselves and others. Stay in the righteous place Love to you Vivacious Vixen...

Sorry lovelies, no internet in the woodlands of Colorado!!! I fully missed all of you! Right now im on spring break but working doing a house sitting gig out in BFE. It is truly beautiful out there, Snow on the ground, Evergreens and Bluest of Skys. I'm currently taking care of two dogs and two cats... I walk the dogs at least twice a day for a mile or two. Come to find out I'm Allergic to cats!!! Full blown sneezing, runny nose and sinus pressure. It's getting worse each day. Thank goodness I'm done on Monday. Okay now on too the Banded Life, Soo, I got my first fill a week or so ago and NADA! I mean really, no restriction whatso ever!!! So I made an appointment for fill #2 on the 23 of March! Yay, March Madness Here I Come... I really liked what another bandster said about Bandster Hell.. Sorry, Bandito is it??? Not sure anyways. The point that sticks with me from the blog post is to treat this time "Bandster Hell" as a gentle yet effective training period to make healthy food choices and KICK UP THE EXCERSICE!!! Anyway you like it ladies and radical gentlemen. For me the Yoga sessions 2 - 3 times a week Really Really Im mean really make a difference. My weight has puts a lot of pressure around my hips and in turn my low back and neck have taken a beating. Sometimes i wake up in the middle of the night with severe pain and the only thing that has provided me relief and strength has been yoga. When I slack on the classes, my body makes no hesitation to remind me. Just how much it still hurts. :thumbup: So for March Madness, I am trying to stay focused on going to at least 3 classes a week and fitting in 2-3 days of elliptical. As far as food choices go Ummm i think i might still need some work on that. I tend to go for carby thing & quick fixes. So im trying to plan meals a bit better, but needing some more inspiration. Well take care and keep smiling bandsters. :wink2:

Sorry lovelies, no internet in the woodlands of Colorado!!! I fully missed all of you! Right now im on spring break but working doing a house sitting gig out in BFE. It is truly beautiful out there, Snow on the ground, Evergreens and Bluest of Skys. I'm currently taking care of two dogs and two cats... I walk the dogs at least twice a day for a mile or two. Come to find out I'm Allergic to cats!!! Full blown sneezing, runny nose and sinus pressure. It's getting worse each day. Thank goodness I'm done on Monday. Okay now on too the Banded Life, Soo, I got my first fill a week or so ago and NADA! I mean really, no restriction whatso ever!!! So I made an appointment for fill #2 on the 23 of March! Yay, March Madness Here I Come... I really liked what another bandster said about Bandster Hell.. Sorry, Bandito is it??? Not sure anyways. The point that sticks with me from the blog post is to treat this time "Bandster Hell" as a gentle yet effective training period to make healthy food choices and KICK UP THE EXCERSICE!!! Anyway you like it ladies and radical gentlemen. For me the Yoga sessions 2 - 3 times a week Really Really Im mean really make a difference. My weight has puts a lot of pressure around my hips and in turn my low back and neck have taken a beating. Sometimes i wake up in the middle of the night with severe pain and the only thing that has provided me relief and strength has been yoga. When I slack on the classes, my body makes no hesitation to remind me. Just how much it still hurts. So for March Madness, I am trying to stay focused on going to at least 3 classes a week and fitting in 2-3 days of elliptical. As far as food choices go Ummm i think i might still need some work on that. I tend to go for carby thing & quick fixes. So im trying to plan meals a bit better, but needing some more inspiration. Well take care and keep smiling bandsters.

Listen.. Your are beautiful and so is your daughter. Please don't let worthless people get you down. You are so much better than that. And a better Mom too! There are a ton of prejudice bitches out there and lord knows we have all crossed their path. But your heart is divine and you are on your path. There will always be those people who live in constant negativity and die in negativity. But you my friend are The "Light of Smiles" and you soar way higher that any snooty gasfacers!! Light of Smiles is a beautiful meditation that my ex turned me on to. Smile on the inside and light up the world on the outside. Don't worry about the insignificant and continue to enjoy the beautiful days with your daughter. You are an amazing mom and will continue to change negative patterns in your life which will filter down to the rest of your family. You are doing great!! keep rockin it Sista!!

Lov ur Style Woman!! Crackin me UP over here... and I feel ya on not keeping the sweets in the house. The cool thing is you have brought such great awareness to yourself that you can easily identify and deal with the "emotion and action" during the moment.. And that my friend is rising up to the mountain and seeing over the top! These are powerful victories in our lives that reshape the foundation of our strength. By identifying and letting go, all without judgement! You are awesome thank you so much for sharing!! Jade*

Anyone there yet?? At the point where you are feeling better and other people.. ie MEN start noticing you look better too. Men are such visual creatures and a skirt and boots when there is still snow on the ground will do the job most any day. It was just nice to notice others noticing me in a good way:) NSV1... lol... I haven't lost much on the scale only about 10 lbs but my tummy is down and with a little black slimmer and a sweet new top... Well lets just say that outfit has magical powers lol.. I sure hope this trend continues. all aboard... to ride the crazy train to the land of skinny... :tt1:

Anyone there yet?? At the point where you are feeling better and other people.. ie MEN start noticing you look better too. Men are such visual creatures and a skirt and boots when there is still snow on the ground will do the job most any day. It was just nice to notice others noticing me in a good way:) NSV1... lol... I haven't lost much on the scale only about 10 lbs but my tummy is down and with a little black slimmer and a sweet new top... Well lets just say that outfit has magical powers lol.. I sure hope this trend continues. all aboard... to ride the crazy train to the land of skinny... :biggrin:

Nice.. keep up the inspiration woman!!! way to rock it for all those feeling the same way! :biggrin:

Thanks. Your thoughts really do help, i feel this is so true but yet sometimes it is hard when your ready for faster results. I know this is a process and change is in the here and now. Thanks again Jade*

Yay for you!!! so glad your doing so well. I am feeling like i am in the same boat.. lost some weight after surgery but not seeing any movement on the scale. :biggrin: I know it is a process but man after spending all that money... I am wanting some quicker results.. :thumbup: i know i know. Fill two will hopefully be much better. I just want it now:).. My workout goal is to include yoga 3-5 times a week. I went on Sat and Mon and BOY AM I SORE TODAY!!! yaoozaar. I feel EVERY Muscle in my body. Trying to stay positive and continue to love myself without over eating.. Oh yeah.. for eating out. I have been checking out the soups. They tend to go down well and not have to many calories. Mexican resturants i do Beans rice and veggies, cheap and good protein. i can still eat sushi rolls. ooh and shrimp cocktails too.. purrfect. take care and let me know how it goes with Dr Smith. Can you go in when ever you want or do they make you wait a long time before the next fill. i think he only comes up to ABQ once a month or so ... boo.. I was even thinking about coming back to dfw just to get a fill.. LOL...

Okay so in went in for a fill on Friday a whole 3 hour drive. I was hoping to fill some even a little restriction but Nope.... Bummer. I almost wonder if he put anything in?? I feel like i haven't even had surgery sometimes. Still making healthy choices and even went to yoga on Saturday and Monday with a little extra hiking in between, but still the scale does not move. :rolleyes2: Hopefully things will start to turn around and I will see some Fabulous results soon. we will see...

Okay so in went in for a fill on Friday a whole 3 hour drive. I was hoping to fill some even a little restriction but Nope.... Bummer. I almost wonder if he put anything in?? I feel like i haven't even had surgery sometimes. Still making healthy choices and even went to yoga on Saturday and Monday with a little extra hiking in between, but still the scale does not move. :biggrin: Hopefully things will start to turn around and I will see some Fabulous results soon. we will see...