Positive people unite! This thread is being created for the sole use of positive people to give positive reinforcement to others in the group that we care about. We know that we may disagree on some issues but we will offer constructive criticism, objective suggestions, we will always give kind support even when delivering the occasional (but necessary) kick in the pants.

Is it PB ing even when it's liquids? Like I was just trying to drink some hot tea and as it went down, I'm getting the weird noises. My son tells me there's a frog in my throat, lol.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Is it PB ing even when it's liquids? Like I was just trying to drink some hot tea and as it went down, I'm getting the weird noises. My son tells me there's a frog in my throat, lol.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Hey Liz!

When I first got restriction, I had a lot of gurgling. I read a post once of someone comparing it to a water bottle water dispenser, like in an office? The opening is tight so everything just gurgles through. It calmed down after a while. As long as you can drink and eat solid food, I would wait it out. If you are resorting to mushies for more than a week I would have a small unfill, I never lost any weight on mushie foods.

YES I AM!!!! For the first childhood I wasted being fat and self-conscious about EVERYTHING. and YES, I'll circulate a memo next time, I expect you and Shad to be the first one's signed up!!!!

Hey where da' party at? I guess at least if I am dropping it like it's hot, my booty sagging to the ground isn't as noticeable!

Okay how do we like the new LBT face lift?

I don't like the new look. I think it's 'clunkier'. Then again, I hate change.

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I don't like the new look. I think it's 'clunkier'. Then again, I hate change.

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I do not think it is change, but "SURPRISE" everything has moved around.

Well, I have 2/3 of a page blank at the top with advertising on the side. I know it is an ad supported site, but my oh my! Having to scroll that far to get to content? Please! I hit "go to first new post" and it took me to the first post.

The poster's name is hidden behind some other stuff, so I can't see who posted what. I haven't explored much yet..but navigation seems not so easy, we'll see.

Anyone else go through withdrawls?

Yup, this is awkward.....I won't whine about it yet but there's the potential for that in the future.

So, question for all the hotties here now....or something to ponder. I LOVE all the attention I get with the new me. It's almost constant and it's great, and I've figured out how to quit trying to blow it off and just say "thank you SO much for noticing..." when someone says something. I particularly like the attention for the boys...I'm not used to it. I didn't get it as a teenager and LOVE it now...but it also hurts my feelings a bit. Because, I'm essentially still me...but they like me now but wouldn't give me a second glance a year ago....

I know I should just shut up and enjoy it but really is society, overall, that shallow???

Okay, enough deep thoughts for one day.

Have a great one and everyone have a happy Thanksgiving!!!!

Well, on my home computer, its isn't quite so odd looking. Must be a setting.

Christie, yes, we are that shallow, to a degree. I doubt we'd all want to admit it, though.

I am betting you have changed a bit during your physical transformation, and you don't realize it. I'd bet you have more self-esteem and confidence. I'd venture you carry yourself differently now.

I think the dynamics of interpersonal relationships are very complicated. People make snap judgements, you react a certain way, they interpret your reaction, then react..yada yada..

I've become more assertive and self-assured. People don't look past me any more. Our culture values thinness and looks at obesity as a sign of laziness. Those perceptions are deeply rooted. It is a sad statement. But yeah, we are a shallow lot. And you are HOT!

Yup...not liking this too much...I also am not big on change

Hehe...what an idiot I am. I was just posting on FB yesterday how happy I was that I lost 76lbs. I just looked at my ticker and I've lost 78.

Christie-I think we ALL are shallow to an extent. I have always tried to get to know someone before passing "final" judgement, but I think it is just natural to have that quick first impression, no matter how right or wrong it turns out to be. I know what you mean about getting upset by it though.

HAPPY TURKEY DAY EVERYONE!!!

I am still having issues with the chest tightness I go for yet ANOTHER UGI on Dec 16th to see what is going on. I am just really really miffed off because this is supposed to be a happy time. I'm not supposed to be worrying about my band again. The pain is better than the day she put the initial 4cc's back in...then it almost disappeared, but it is definitly back! It is just really dull, tight, and annoyingly worrisome

So far I don't like the changes to the site, but we'll see how it goes.

I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving!

I'm down another pound (158 today), but better not change my ticker yet because the pie may put me back (159). Oh yes, there will be pie

I thought we were in the lounge? Now our thread is in questions & answers? Where did the dancing bananas go?

Hellooooo all! I've been absent, mostly because I've not had much to report. I have been playing around with the same couple pounds for three months. I got another fill on Friday, which puts me at 7.5 ccs in my 10 cc band at 10 months post-op. WOW! This fill is it! I am restricted. A few bites does me in. Takes me a long time to eat those few bites, as it is. I'm currently dealing with the grief of leaving food uneaten. Up to this point, I've been able to finish everything I've wanted. But now, I am just physically unable to go any further, even though my entire being wants to finish my plate. It's a psychological mess!

I've broken the plateau, and am now 154 pounds, which is down 43 from my highest. I have readjusted my goal weight. I had it set at 117, just to make an even 80 pounds of EBW in my head. But after being on that 12-week plateau, I decided to be kind to myself and put my goal at the top of Normal BMI range, which is 132. This means I'm only 22 pounds away from goal! I needed a reframing of my goals, and this has helped! I have to work on the snacking next. That's a big BIG downfall for me. I work in a school and there is always someone celebrating something, bringing in a cake, you name it! Aghhh! My family members are no help either, always buying snacks to keep in the house. I'm generally okay with refraining from purchasing snacks; it's just when they're in my space that I have trouble!

I hope all of you are well, and that you all have a very happy holiday tomorrow! Soak up all the compliments -- you've worked hard and you deserve them!

It's great to hear from you Jacki,

I think the goal adjustment sounds fine. It really depends on how you carry your weight. I look/feel best from the middle to the high range in a normal BMI. I have been toward the low end of normal in my life and looked too thin. I think you can find a 5 pound range you will feel good at and maintain. You Don't have far to go now! Yah for you! I'm glad the scale is moving again for you.