Since eating is not as fun as it used to be and we're not supposed to drink what do you do for fun?

Going out to dinner, and bars are out. What's left? Getting tired of going to the movies.

I still go out and eat when I want to.

Went out with DH last night. I had fish with salad.Ate the fish, some of the salad, stole a couple of hubby's chips and then we shared a dessert.

I met a friend for lunch the other day. I ordered a starter size spag bol as I knew that wouldn't get stuck. Probably ate about 1/3 of it.

Remember that the band is for life its not just a diet. So you have to be able to do things that you would normally do. Going out to eat is not all about the food - its also about the company and relaxing and not having to cook!

I forgot. Why can't you drink? So long as it is in moderation and not every day it's not going to hurt. I had 2 glasses of wine last night.

I totally agree with elcee. I'm in this for the long haul, and I pretty much live my life as usual (actually better, now that I'm so much more active), only I eat smaller portions. I love having left overs to bring home for another couple of meals when I eat out, but I sure don't mind leaving them behind when it's not feasible. I don't drink more than one glass of wine because it goes straight to my head, but when I want, I enjoy a glass of wine with my meal or a cocktail on occasion. I never was a big drinker, so I probably drink as much now as ever, which isn't a lot.

I know what I am GOING TO DO for entertainment..... Hike, raft, and rockwall with my kids. ;o)

I still go out to eat.. just need to make smart choices.. and i def still go to the bars. sometimes i dont drink and sometimes i do. and i only drink like 1 or 2 times a month and i have gotten drunk since surgery, doesnt take too much be careful. you still gotta have fun!

We do a ton of hiking, I occasionally go to bars with my husband, but we really have a sitter, today we went to a mud bog (4 wheeling), and in the morning-pumpkin farm. Just way more active even with just a little weight loss.

I am a hobby person so I can take up eating time with doing one of my hobbies. I am working towards being able to exercise more as my legs get better. In the meantime, I am keeping my mind on other things and not food.

Going out to dinner, and bars are out. What's left?

Develop some interests. :smile:

Life is more than eating and drinking although many of us have forgotten that.

Develop some interests.

Life is more than eating and drinking although many of us have forgotten that.

AMEN! :smile:

I'm going to see Mike Birbiglia in DC this Saturday, Them Crooked Vultures in concert Boston next Sunday, again in Philly next Monday and then again in DC on Wednesday

I would not have had the stamina to do all that 45lbs ago.

I wonder if I will survive the pit at these shows?

ah, who cares, I'm gonna have the time of my life

I'd call that entertainment

25 cool points for anyone who knows who Them Crooked Vultures are without Googling

I still go out to eat and drink with friends. I either choose different dishes (appetizers, salads) or just eat smaller portions (1/3 to 1/2) of regular entrees. On football weekends :thumbup: I have chili, wings, loaded burgers without buns, etc. instead of pizza or sandwiches. I actually like eating out MORE now because I'm so happy about getting full on small portions, and it's usually cheaper! And my doctor doesn't restrict me from drinking; I just never drink till I'm sick. Don't take this as harsh, but I agree with ElfiePoo. Develop some interests!:smile:

Ummmm, let me see hiking, skiing, bike riding, playing pool, darts. bowling to name a few!