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You are too sweet! Thank you for checking the news -- and thank goodness it was good!!! Love having folks like you to share this journey with. How are you doing?

I am so happy!! Thank you for your note and for your encouragement. Whenever I can return the favor, you let me know! It's a hard journey we are on, but we are going to do this. We will prevail!! Have an awesome Thursday, and thank you so much!!

Rose, thank you. I'm trying not to sink too far. You hit the nail on the head with that comment. I will let you know. thanks so much for being there. It's hard to express what it means to me.

thank you for your note! How are you doing? long time no talk. I've been within 1# of onederland for awhile now. I'm ready to break through the barrier! Glad to see you posted a pic!

Hello friend! How are you doing? Thanks for your note. I joined the gym so I've been working out a few times a week. Have been on the computer less and less. But, it's so good to log in and see how folks are doing. I've been within 1 # of getting into Onederland for about 2 weeks now. I'm 42# down since surgery. What's up with you?

You are doing great! I'm betting you are feeling lighter and feeling great about yourself. It's meant the world to me and I'm loving every minute of it. I have been swimming at night but now that the weather is turning colder and the pool is going to close I'm going to have to find some other exercise. Walking is not enough for me - I want to do more. Wow - you are turning into a gym rat (I mean that as a compliment!). Isn't it time for a new picture? I've got to get one on here and would love to see one from you too.

No fill yet? How are you doing? Feeling any hunger? How much are you losing? THey were really happy I lost 8# last month. I've had 2 fills. The first one made me not hungry 'all the time'. The 2nd one allowed me to finish eating at 4-5 oz without being super hungry. I still don't have restriction so I'm guessing I'll get another one in a couple of weeks. The first two were 'significant' they said, so perhaps this one will be tiny. I feel I'm close to the green zone. How are you feeling?? How much weight are you down? I started 242# on 6/5 (pre-op) and am down to 204# this week. I can't wait to knock off the last 5# and get to ONEderland!

Hey Rose - how are you doing? Thank you for the message to check on me. I've been doing great - down to 204 and ready to get 5# off so I can be in ONEderland. What are you up to these days?

I'm happy since the fill. It's so nice to not have uncontrolled hunger! I had the same challenge as you when I started 3x per day. The protein was tough to get. Salmon and shrimp worked great for me. Brlynike has a great recipe on one of her blogs. It's very healthy and tasted great. Seafood is full of protein. Good luck! I'm going on vacation and wish you the best as you return to work on Monday. Enjoy the weekend gal!

Hey Rose - doing well here. Got my fill on Monday and the uncontrollable hunger is now gone. I feel full and I don't get hungry 2 hours after a meal. So grateful for that! Are you going stir crazy being home or still enjoying being off work?

Your Body Bugg fever is contagious! Sounds like you are going to have so much fun with it. I'll ask the nutritionist about the metabolism test - thanks for the info. Would never have thought of that.

just checking in to see how you're doing friend

Ah patience - not my strong suit, but I promise to try. This has been much easier than what I had imagined it would be. Thanks for the words of encouragement with the food. Haven't experienced first stuck yet, but I hear it happens to us all, so thanks for the advice. Have a great week! Love your picture!

Thanks for the picture comment. Very sweet of you to take the time and it made my day! I got my first fill today - have been fighting back hunger and am now doing liquid, so the positive words went a long way. Really appreciate it!

Rose - I know what you mean about wanting to get stamina back before work. Especially if you are going to work 4 10's. Mine took a few weeks to come back - came back slowly but as long as you don't over-do it, seems to gain a little more each day. Good luck getting ready to return to work. Isn't it great to be active again? Sounds like you are doing fantastic. Keep it up!!

glad you are doing well! good things are ahead!!

Your new pic looks great! Keep it up!

Just checking in to find out how you are feeling after surgery. Hope all is well and your weekend was good.

Love your new picture! Looking good!

What a year you've had! So glad to hear that radiation and chemo were not needed. Can't wait to see your new pic!

Thank you. I am starting to notice it - like yesterday when I went shopping and bought 16's for the first time in forever. I was up into the 20s before this started. I also can tell in my face when I put on my makeup. Unfortunately, I always see more of a difference in the mirror than I do in pictures. What I can tell is how much more I am smiling. Are you going to take some pics so we can see your differences too? With all the work you are doing at the gym, I know you are going to do great!

I'm feeling really good - so much better than last weekend when I was still a little sluggish. How are you feeling? You sound like you did fantastic on your own this weekend. Proud of you!!

Thanks for your note! It's so nice to have each other to keep us motivated and give us encouragement. I really appreciate you taking the time to do that, and if I can ever help in any way, I'm here. Have a great Sunday!

I'm definitely a 'chicken' so horror isn't really my thing. I had never heard of a horror convention though - very interesting. We are in Indy. It rained last night and we've had a string of days hotter than the average norm. I hope he has a great time downtown!

Thanks for the note on my photo. YOU look amazing! I hope I can have the same success as you have. I'm 2 weeks into it and looking at your pictures is so motivating - way to go! Congrats!!