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Yeah, im very happy with 6 pounds a week...that adds up quickly!! Patience is def key! And im REALLY glad to have this group of ppl who know what im going through, and can talk to about anything! I know my family gets tired of hearing it, and they can sympathize but not empathize, and empathy is what I need :) lol

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I am going through the same thing as you are... and I would have said screw it by now too..lol..but you're right.. we can't ..no room for a binge ..it will happen.. I know more than anything it's a mind thing..cause when have you ever lost 18 pounds in 3 weeks??? But I am the same way.. I guess in our minds the fat would melt off in no time..and it will..we just want instant gratification.. that's why all my other "diets" failed..now you have lots of people going through the same thing as you..and we can vent to each other.. :) take care.. it will work

I'm in the 3 week stall phase right now. Two days and no weight loss. I know that doesn't sound like a lot but after loosing a pound a day since surgery it sucks. LOL. I'm with you this would be the time that I would be on my way to McDonalds for a big mac and fries and large coke. Now I CAN'T do it and thats what is helping me. I'm just trying to stay positive and keep drinking my Protein Shake and Water this morning.

Good Luck to everyone stalling.

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I agree with you all! I went 9 days without losing anything, and this morning was down 2 lbs. It will come off, it's not a linear process. I agree that in the past I would have given up and had a Big Mac meal by now. I'm so glad I have this tool that protects me from myself.

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This is all so true!!! I also think the distance for me is having all of you. Before, I would say, "screw this, I'm doing all of this and not losing anything, it's just not worth it" and give up. Now I am surrounded by a whole bunch of people basically saying "oh, a stall, that is so normal and expected, no worries." Somehow knowing it is happening to almost everyone makes new way less down about it. Easier to actually believe this isn't about the scale, it's about getting healthy. Thank you all for sharing and making this crazy trip more normal.

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I am laughing..because in reality if I had my stomach my kids wouldn't have any Reese eggs right now..lol..

I hear that! Holiday time Reece's eggs, hearts, pumpkins, trees are my weakness & I could eat them 1 by 1 even with my stinkin band. Ugh Damn Reese's pb eggs for being so damn good & easy to slide down! And of course my mom had tons of them at the house...I knew they were in the back room so I didnt allow myself to go into that room until she hid them....still not hidden...thanks mom...I can no longer visit you! Grrr...she doesn't get it. I couldnt have a Big Mac/fries if I tried with my band so pb cups was it. Same damage though. But no more!

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I am sorry I have been away, just feeling pretty weak and I can't sleep. :( the loratab is doing nothing for me.

I did start my youtube journal. here is the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NRcOgO9ICCU

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I love you guys! I can always come here and get advice, learn things, know that Im not alone, be inspired, and get a laugh. Thank you to whomever started this incredible forum. I cannot imagine what this process would have been like without it! And a great big thank you to all of you who have been brave enough to go through this and thoughtful enough to share your experiences! I LOVE YOU GUYS!

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I am laughing..because in reality if I had my stomach my kids wouldn't have any Reese eggs right now..lol..

Lol!!! My kids also got some and they are laying on my kitchen counter and I can smell them everything I walk by them!!! Thank goodness for my sleeve!!!!

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Isn't it horrible!!!! Between the Reese's eggs and Mini-Cups there must be at least a bag full in my house. Not to mention the chocolate bunnies. And every time I pass by they laugh at me so what do I do, I LAUGH BACK!! food does not rule me!!!!

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Well said! Taking back our control over food and not the other way around!

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@ ER in Dallas waiting on a cat scan looking for pulmonary embolism, chest x ray, & EKG all done.

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@ ER in Dallas waiting on a cat scan looking for pulmonary embolism' date=' chest x ray, & EKG all done.[/quote']

Oh gosh praying everything's ok for you keep is on the loop!!

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@ ER in Dallas waiting on a cat scan looking for pulmonary embolism' date=' chest x ray, & EKG all done.[/quote']

Oh no whats going on?

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