Before my band I had gotten so fat I took only showers. It was too hard getting in and out of the bath tub. I was really missing long hot bubble baths. Well they are back! It is funny how you start doing certain things again without even realizing it. Like bubble baths, and wearing jeans with zippers. I was soaking in the bubbles today when i realized how much I loved this band. Well I am off to work a double shift at the shelter so Merry Xmas all. Donna:whoo::whoo::whoo:

Good for you!! I love a long, hot bubble bath!!! Preferably w/o my children barging in!!

Merry Christmas to you as well!!

Brandy

Donna. Great NSV. Congrats!

Donna, your email reminds all of us how great this journey can be. I am still looking forward to jeans with zippers but it is funny the small pleasures we look forward to. I have enjoyed bending over easier and tying my shoes with more ease.

Thanks everyone. The little things really do make a big difference. Friends tell me I even walk differently now. I guess it is because I am not hauling so much with me. LOL Donna

Ahhh, isn't it wonderful to be able to take a bubble bath and actually be able to have your entire body submerged in water instead of having the ol' belly sticking up and freezing?! That was an awesome feeling.

Donna, way to go. I love the NSV's. I went to dinner at the parents today and my aunt looked right at me and didnt know who I was. I havent seen her since before the journey began. Keep it up, you are doing great...Dave

MY OWN NSV!

Went to BIL/SIL house today. Ate 2 shrimp, 1/2 of the inside of a stuffed cabbage, a little potato salad and a little creamy Jello stuff ( cool whip, pudding kind of thing). I had no dessert/ no wine or drinks.

One other meal today (b'fast) scrambled egg and one piece whole wheat toast.

Feel so good that I had control (this year at least).

I have one week to get below 200 (aiming for 198 by 12/31) and I so want to be there.

Hang in there shortgal!! You will make it.You are eating a lot less than i am. Donna

Dave that must have been a great feeling to look like a new man. Friends keep telling me how good I look and it really feels great. Donna