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Julie76    251

Julie76
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Ok. So I have had a number of things going on lately.... Had my VSG Aug 4, 2011. So almost 9 months out. I have been bouncing between 146 and 149 for the last 3 months..... because.... or I think it's because.... I have had some major stress going on.

In less than a year I have had 3 surgeries. VSG.. Gallbladder.. and then the tumor on my leg removed just recently. It has all stressed me out because of work and leave time and hoping I haven't made anyone upset about the time off. Anyway. Oh and not to mention my wonderful boyfriends welding business tanked and we have been dealing with that.

So.... everything has calmed down now and I ready to get at least 10 more lbs down! I am waiting just a few more days to make sure my incision area is completely healed on my leg before I start working out again but I'm ready.

I have to admit that I had been drinking beer pretty often also but have almost completely stopped that altogether. Yay! Go me. :rolleyes: I haven't been eating all that great either with all the stress. It's like right before my TOM but all the time. I am happy I have maintained where I am with everything and I know I said I would be happy if I didn't lose another pound but the truth is I still have some work to do.

I would like to get a Tummy Tuck and if they don't have to do Lipo it's A LOT cheaper. I can also see a boob lift coming into my future as well. That is of course if I can save up some leave time.lol

I come here most everyday and everyone on this site is so very inspiring! Thank y'all for your support this far into my journey. :wub:

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Ms skinniness    3,003

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Julie if anyone is going to be successful, it is you! This is a life long journey and you have really rocked it so far. You look great and you even cut the beer out! LOL that will no longer be turning to sugar! This might be a good time to go back to basics. I like LilMissDiva's Basic Boot Camp to help get rid of the cravings for sugar. I pretty much stay away from sugar because it is so addicting for me. I stopped and caught myself reaching for my daughter's bag of M&M peanuts. Wow, I was shocked at myself. At my office we keep chocolate candies in the front office, and I would go up there and eat 3 of them. Then I had my A1C tested and discovered the it had went up from a 6.0 to a 6.3. That was quite shocking to me. So now, NO SUGAR for me! This is such a learning process. ;)

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Julie76    251

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Yes ma'am, that's the plan. Basic's is what I need. I hate that we have a vending machine in our building too. I used the excuse of needing some energy to go get something really bad for me. The truth is that after an hour or so I crash land and start feeling worse than before. So back to the basic's it is. :D

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Ms skinniness    3,003

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Hey Julie, what about taking some healthy nuts with you. You will stay fuller longer and not be tempted by that stupid vending machine. :rolleyes:

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Dee    39

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Sounds like you are doing great! I too come to this site for support. I had put on some lbs. Came back to VSTand now it is gone. Back to my comfort body. FINALLY started to exercise again. Training for Danskin Triathlon Aug 19th 1/2 Mile Swim | 12 Mile Bike | 3 Mile Run. I have never done anything like this before. I don't even own a bike! and not such a great swimmer. Joined a group of women to train together.(All sizes and fitness levels!) I LOVE THIS SLEEVE IT HAS TRULY MADE ME A RETIRED DIETER!!!! no more crazy diets..tried them all..gave all my incrementaly sized clothes away..

(agree with trying nuts-I bought 100 cal packs of almonds I keep in my car..you could make your own packs...)

Dee

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Julie76    251

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I do eat nuts! I love them and to curb my salty sweet craving with the salt. But I have just re-started doing that again. I know the process but sometimes forget to keep my eye on the ball sort of.lol

I will have to say though... without the sleeve I would have already sky rocketed my way back up and I know I have to still watch what I eat and stuff I just can't eat as much. I LOVE this sleeve and it will help me with these last 10 lbs. I have faith!!!

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