3.5 lbs

Just got back from spending six days in four states on my Harley. Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee. Had an absolutely wonderful time. Ate things I shouldn't have (and didn't worry about it). Knew I would see some adverse effects on the scale so wasn't surprised to see the gain and was actually rather pleased it was only 3.5 lbs! LOL We are home for a couple of days then heading down to Tampa to visit some friends which will involve more eating and drinking but I plan to behave myself a lot more as I have a fill date coming up next Tuesday and have to face my doctor. Fortunately, I lost a lot before I left on my trip so the net effect won't be too horrible.

So now it's time to get back on track and lose the remaining 40 lbs or so.

And after seeing your pictures, Karen, I see no reason whatsoever that you shouldn't get out there in your bathing suit, too.

Not to bad, Karen.

I am glad you had such a good time. I am going on a mini holiday in june, going to see Cats then off to the true colors concert...so about five days of parties. But...I think I will do ok. If I do as good as you I will be happy.

Karen - you're such an inspiration to me. You're very dedicated and it helps me to see someone on the right track. I know you'll take those off in no time and it was great you let yourself live and have a great time.

And after seeing your pictures, Karen, I see no reason whatsoever that you shouldn't get out there in your bathing suit, too.

Hah! The weight loss does NOTHING for loose skin and cellulite! I'll keep my clothes on until after plastic surgery thank you very much! LOL

Thanks RSG and Ezma! You guys are so sweet. I didn't want to go on vacation thinking that I would have to deprive myself and I didn't. I didn't go whole hog though either. I would share a dessert with my husband. I would eat maybe half of the potatoes or grits that I was served. I did try to eat a lot of meat but there were times when I had gravy which I've tried to stay away from in the past. I was touring the south and eating at bed and breakfast's along the way. Those places never heard of low carb before! LOL

I will say that my band DEFINITELY kept me from eating everything in sight! I just wasn't eating all the right things like I normally do.

I am anxious to get going on my weight loss again though. This is a very critical time for me in my journey. In the past, after losing a lot of weight I have tended to become complacent and that's when I slowly but surely start to regain. I cannot let that happen again and I know that I would be able to despite having the band just from eating things that I shouldn't which is so easy to do. Now that I'm back home it will be easier to stay on track.

Thanks for your support and encouragement!!!

Good for you, Karen!! I think it's great that you were able to enjoy vacation and not have to worry about packing on a bunch of pounds. 3.5 is nothin'!! I know what you mean about not getting complacent. I too have the pattern of getting lazy or burnt out after losing weight. Not this time though. I'm figuring out the balance of healthy eating and enjoying things in moderation. It sounds like you are benefitting from the tool the band is intended to be...good stuff!!

That's about what I gained on my 7 day "eat fest" cruise.. but as soon as I got back I lost in in like 3 days, so no worries.. you'll lose it super fast! It's nice being banded isn't it? You are doing awesome girl.. I'm so happy for you! I wish I had just 40 more pounds to lose. lol....