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OK ladies, they make lunch bags that freeze and will keep food cold for hours.

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OK ladies, they make lunch bags that freeze and will keep food cold for hours.

i will look it this, cause my lunch box is from the 80's and doesn't do that, freeze....lol

it's time to invest in good equipment for the journey. i am just not used to this life change and everything that comes along with it. i thought i was though, but living it is totally different than thinking it or dreaming it.

i've lost way too much time...

not anymore!!!!

thanks for your insight Ms Chez!

have a great weekend :)

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gah! I haven't even thought about this yet!! And I would bet $100 that I have NEVER brought lunch with me to work! Oh crap.. I'm gunna be in trouble!

i am no expert, i did do research and read my book i follow the doctors advice and instructions, but it's all still new to me and i was in the same boat as you about 2 months ago. i just started with the journey and i have lots to learn and lots to practice. lots of new habits is what i mean,,,

but it's do-able, just trying to get the hang of things once again after 20yrs of being a slacker with myself :)

good luck and don'y get discouraged!!!

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gah! I haven't even thought about this yet!! And I would bet $100 that I have NEVER brought lunch with me to work! Oh crap.. I'm gunna be in trouble!

by the way, you are funny... i read your post and laughed on how you expressed yourself :)

humor helps alot in our journey.

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Wow Destynee, are u a nurse? Cause it sounds like we work in the same place!!!

I too will find a routine that works. Besides my schedule I am a creature of habit and if my schedule doesn't turn out I kinda go busserks!!! (if that's a word) lol

Thanks I certainly see how time goes by and meals become 2nd or 3rd place in line. :)

No.. I want to be though! lol.. and it is so true. Some people think you do a 180 just like that. It takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle. I know I have more than I ever thought possible and it gets easier each day, of course there are days I want everything.. ( damn mind ) but I don't, I grab something healthy instead. 98% of the time. lol.. no one here is perfect.. I can't wait till I have it all down though thats for sure! :)

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No.. I want to be though! lol.. and it is so true. Some people think you do a 180 just like that. It takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle. I know I have more than I ever thought possible and it gets easier each day, of course there are days I want everything.. ( damn mind ) but I don't, I grab something healthy instead. 98% of the time. lol.. no one here is perfect.. I can't wait till I have it all down though thats for sure! :)

You will get there. It isn't easy but it is doable! Find what works for you and go with that, you are right no one is perfect. The best part about this journey is it doesn't require perfection.....80% will give you results. Do your best and that is all anyone can ask.

Good luck to you!

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No.. I want to be though! lol.. and it is so true. Some people think you do a 180 just like that. It takes time to adjust to a new lifestyle. I know I have more than I ever thought possible and it gets easier each day' date=' of course there are days I want everything.. ( damn mind ) but I don't, I grab something healthy instead. 98% of the time. lol.. no one here is perfect.. I can't wait till I have it all down though thats for sure! :)[/quote']

Yes, me too...I'm glad I am in it for the long haul!

You know, I have felt more energy and I am actually going to start my journey to earn my RN. Actually this Monday I start a class, one at a time an soon I will be there with that goal too. You can do it, I can be one of your biggest cheerleaders for you to go for your nursing wether it's LPN/LVN or RN!!!!

One step at a time!!!!!

Good luck :)

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You will get there. It isn't easy but it is doable! Find what works for you and go with that' date=' you are right no one is perfect. The best part about this journey is it doesn't require perfection.....80% will give you results. Do your best and that is all anyone can ask.

Good luck to you![/quote']

Thank you for your encouragement! You are awesome!!!!!!!!

Have a great weekend :)

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Thanks Aj! we will get there no doubt.. when I do.. I will be one of those people who say.. if i can do it.. ANYONE can! lol.. Can't wait.

And Lee.. Aww you are so sweet! Thank you girl! I have thought about starting somewhere and moving my way up from there... I'll let you know! I have been so self conscious to do anything, now that I am feeling better about myself.. sky is the limit! *hugs*!

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Hi I find it hard to eat in norms try to have peotine shake flaxseed maybe banana, that fills me up, but just lately I do try and have piece of chicken, my hunger really starts at night, but I try and be good and drink Water extra, but then I an up all night going to bathroom, I feel body click all over or band?

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Hi I find it hard to eat in norms try to have peotine shake flaxseed maybe banana' date=' that fills me up, but just lately I do try and have piece of chicken, my hunger really starts at night, but I try and be good and drink Water extra, but then I an up all night going to bathroom, I feel body click all over or band?[/quote']

I don't understand your last question. sorry.

I have the same issue, I can go through the morning and afternoon no problem. then evening comes and yikes!!! hungry hungry :(

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I am 9 days in my post op and Ivan concerned b/c I am not hungry. I've been sipping my Protein shakes but it's taking me about 3 days to get through. I am doing 1/2 cup of chicken broth. But that's forcing myself.

Any suggestions?

how about calling your doctor? I mean 3 days to drink a Protein shake is too much. It might be that your band was filled too quickly or too much. Communication with your dr is very important especially the first few weeks post op. good luck

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I am 9 days in my post op and Ivan concerned b/c I am not hungry. I've been sipping my Protein shakes but it's taking me about 3 days to get through. I am doing 1/2 cup of chicken broth. But that's forcing myself.

Any suggestions?

I would also call the Dr. But I know the feeling. I just now started to be able to eat and I was banded on the 3rd, with zero fills so far.

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