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Recipe Of The Day! Moroccan Fish

This true Moroccan Fish recipe is both healthy and low in calories. You will love this lite Moroccan Fish recipe it's great for a hot summer meal.   Makes 4 servings   184 Calories Per Serving Active Time: 8 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! BBQ Turkey Top With A Mustard Sauce

Barbecued turkey legs and thighs. I grew up with plenty of meals made with turkey legs because they feed a lot, and they're an inexpensive source of protein. But no matter what time of year we're having turkey legs, as much as I love turkey, the taste always reminds me of Thanksgiving. In this preparation however, slowly cooked on a grill, and basted with a tangy, strong, sweet, sour yellow mustard-based barbecue sauce, the turkey doesn't taste anything like Thanksgiving turkey. It just absorbs the smokiness from the grill and the tang from the sauce. Outside of the holiday bird, this is hands down the best turkey I've ever had.   Makes 4-8 Serves 150 calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE :smile2: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Remembering My Journey!

I was just sitting here this morning thinking about my whole weight loss journey and I so remember my first appointment with the doctor, when he told me I had to wait six months before having the surgery. I cried like a baby with the nutritionist, and I remember her remarking - omg, did I say something wrong?   I looked up at her with my sad eyes, weeping, and I said no. What happened was a few things - first, I wanted the surgery so badly and thinking six months seemed so long down the road. The second was knowing how much weight I had to loose - that huge number seemed overwhelming to me - I wanted to loose 138 pounds. Third, I was so excited knowing that my 6 month journey has begun.   So she gave me a box of tissues, we hugged and she said it is going to be ok - 6 months will fly by before you know it. I have to say it did - I was at my last nutritionist's appointment, and she said - wow, your surgery is in a few weeks - and I cried again - by this time she was used to me crying, so she knew it was not her LOL!   This morning I was thinking about, wow, me! - I lost 96 pounds. What I had decided to do was not look at the 138 pounds total to loose, but to take it in increments of 10 pounds each - and that made it easier to deal with. Before I knew it, those ten-pound increments began to add up - 30, 50, 70, 90! 4 more pounds, soon to be 100! And that was how I was able to deal with that number of 138 pounds to loose.   This has been one of the most amazing journeys that I have ever embarked on. I invite you to check out my blog to see some of the steps I have taken to get to where I am today:thumbup::   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/   Thank you again for all your kind words and support!
Debra G

Debra G

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Celebrating My Birthday Today!

What a beautiful day today in New Jersey! The sun is coming out - the weather is going to be nice, with a chance of rain later. Rain or no rain, warm weather or not, I am in a happy place. I have not felt this great in a long time.   I am down to 197 pounds, from 288 when I had my surgery. There could be thunderstorms, hailstorms, 10 below, freezing rain -nothing will bring me down today!   I have done a lot of hard work with this LAP-BAND® to stay on track - meaning exercising on a daily basis, eating healthier, watching every calorie that goes in my mouth. As we all know, this takes a lot of work. As I told those who said I took the easy way out - I said BAH - HUMBUG! There is nothing easy about this. I think lap banders are some of the strongest people. This is a life, body and mind change, just like with all the diets out there, you have to make a major change in your life, and this is no different.   Everybody chooses the path that works for them, and I chose this one. With all diets and weight loss, we have to still do the work. I made the best choice in my life by doing this. I have so much more energy - I am so much happier, personable, confident, and I have so much more self-esteem.   Last year at this time I was miserable - so sad. What a difference a year makes!   My husband and I are going out today to celebrate my day. I am so giddy and happy, I feel like a kid going on a school outing to the circus (we actually ARE going to the circus today!).   To all my friends out there, have a wonderful day, and thanks so much for your ongoing support! :tt1:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG TO SEE ANY OF MY RECIPES OF THE DAY AND EXERCISE TIPS OF THE DAY ALONG WITH SO MUCH MORE. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Shrimp In Lettuce Cups

Serve these pretty lettuce wraps as a first course or a light entrée. Fresh mint and cilantro keep it fresh, while savory sautéed shrimp and vegetables provide substance and color. Makes 4 serverings   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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I Cried From Pure Joy!

I had been feeling ill from my last fill on Thursday. Today am feeling so much better, am almost back to my 100% self again. Taking it slow today am only going to eat mushy foods and my Jell-O with my boost and some of my low cal ice pops, and some broth that will fill me up for the day. Do not want to eat solid foods just yet. The last time I ete solid food was on Wednesday. Yes I want it so badly but slow is the best way. Tomorrow I will have solids again. I so wanted to break my 200 mark by my birthday June 16th, the scale was moving very slowly for me last month but I did it, I BROKE MY 200 MARK!! As of today I got on the scale and I was amazed to see what I saw. I'm 198 as of today. I'm down 90 pounds. YEAAAA:biggrin:. So I cried for a while and had a long look at myself in my mirror and I loved what I saw, for the first time in a long time I did not mind looking at myself in that mirror. Wow what a huge difference. I CRIED FROM PURE JOY!!:thumbup:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ABOUT MY JOURNEY AND SOME GREAT RECIPES. http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Had My Fill Today!

I did lose more weight then I thought. I thought it was 4 pounds, truned out it was 6.5 pounds from the last Doctor's appointment. Not to bad. I get a fill of 1/2 cc when needed each time, that's enough for me. I had wanted to lose enought weight to break that 200 pound mark, by my birthday June 16th. Not going to happen:sad:, but on the up side, I'm down 82 pounds in all from last year's brithday.:bored:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON ME AND MY GREAT RECIPES OF THE DAY AND SO MUCH MORE.   http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Men Are Nicer To Thinner Women!

This is what I have experienced and noticed. This is only my view on this - it may not reflect everyone else's view.   Men are nicer to thinner women. The reason I say this is, now that I have lost close to 86 pounds, I have noticed some differences in men's behavior towards me. They are offering me their seats, holding doors open for me, letting me get in line ahead of them, fighting to keep the elevator doors open so they do not close on me, more men are saying good morning, looking and nodding toward me in a friendly way. A few have have even tried to pick me, up - even men as young as my 30 year-old daughter! (I am a happily married woman and would never take the bait, but... it's nice!)   No matter what our ages are, we as women still like to know we still got it! LOL.   When I was 86 pounds heavier, not many would offer their seat to me (while at the same time they would offer their seat to a thinner woman right next to me) or hold the door for me - and they probably prayed I would not get on to the elevator because of the capacity of the elevator's weight load. There is a lot of discrimination in this country against heavier people. I'm still the same person with a good heart with or without the 86 pounds.   The reason I bring this up is that I had a doctor's appointment yesterday, and I saw a huge difference in the way men interact with me.   Again, this is only my point of view. Please share your comments on this - I'd like to hear from others about this particular situation.   You can check out my blog to follow my journey at: :bored:   http://life-after-lap-band®.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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My Love Affair With Food!

I had the best affair of all times. We loved each other, understood each other, wanted each other. When I was sad FOOD was there for me, when I was happy FOOD was there for me. I woke up wanting it and went to sleep wanting it.   In the mornings when I opened the refrigerator it would say "Hello Debra, how was your night, I miss you", and I would reply "I am well, I could not wait to see you too". I would say "what do you have for me today to eat?". And I would hear "hummm - take a look - I have some goodies in here for you eat, be happy lets start our day together". And my "Food Love Affair" would start all over again.   Food has never let me down when some people have - I could always count on my food, to give me that extra boost and that happy feeling in my heart. When I had a hard day at work, I knew there was something waiting for me when I got home - my food, my best friend. Food never said 'no' to me, it was always "yes Debra!".   I finally had a long talk with my food and told it I must end this affair - it was no longer working for me. And I did cry, I must say knowing that it was coming to an end. I made sure to tell the food we will see each other again, so it's not good bye, just so long for now we will meet again one day. The day I said goodbye was the day of my surgery, October 26, 2009.   I felt like I was detoxing from something I had been with a for so long. We eventually became reunited, not as the love affair we once had, but as dear friends. I set some ground rules to my food friend: I will only come to you to eat healthier, not use you as a crutch, nor let you become my whole life again.   So my love affair is no longer, but I now have a healthier friend - MY FOOD and I.   I know this may sound nuts but its really how I used to live and how I viewed my food.   :eek: CHECK OUT MY BLOG. FOR MORE INFO AND MY JOURNEY.   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY! "STRAWBERRY CONE"

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this under-200-calorie treat. Who says you have to skip dessert to stay lean? The following low-calorie confection lets you indulge without any of the guilt.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE! :eek:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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I Have To Remember To Follow The Lap Band Rules!

Still struggling with pacing my food intake. I find myself quite often making several mistakes. I sometimes I forget to pay attention to the lab band eating rules, and this always ends up causing me distress. I sometimes eat to much, or too fast, not waiting 60 seconds between each bite, or failing to chew my food 30 - 40 times before swallowing. Sometimes I do not wait 30 - 60 minutes after eating before I drink liquids. When I do not follow these rules, I end up in distress - I feel tightness in my chest, I start belching and sometimes I have to throw up. I am lucky - my husband and family are my biggest supporters. I must say my husband is a gem - he has made a point of knowing the rules, and tries to diplomatically (LOL) let me know when I am eating too fast or breaking any of the other rules. When he brings this to my attention, It helps me pay attention to what I should be doing. I went out yesterday to a family event, where there was tons of food. I began nibbling on the appetizers, and I got excited about the fact I was able to eat, and that is when I should have stopped. But I did not stop eating, and that's when I began to experience that tightness in the chest, and I ended up running to the ladies room to throw up. So, although I have been doing very well for the past seven months since the surgery (I have lost 80 pounds so far), it has been a challenge for me to change the eating habits of a lifetime. They say it takes about a year to develop the new eating habits, and I am continuing to work on this very important aspect. So let's all work on remembering to follow the LAP-BAND rules!   CHECK OUT MY BLOG TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MY JOURNEY.:thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Rockin My New Look!

Took my 3 mile walk this morning, feeling good. Am wearing my new work out colthes that I brough yesterday. 1 sizes smaller then a month ago.. YEAAA !! Let me tell you am rockin my new look. lol:thumbup:   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR TODAYS RECIPE OF THE DAY... http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY "BOWTIE TOMATO MOZZARELA TOSS"

This recipe is posted on my blog, as well as many more of my recipes. I so love to cook, I had to fine new ways to cook healty and what will work with my LAP-BAND®. Check out my blog, and see if it is helpful to you. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/ :smile2:
Debra G

Debra G

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Feeling Great!

I lost 80 pounds so far. I have alot more energy walking 3 miles every day now. H:thumbup:aving fish tonight for dinner, one of my own recipies of the day from my blog called "Life After Lap Band" Here is the link if you like some great food tips. http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Twice-Dipped Strawberries

Twice the deliciousness of dipped strawberries by using melted bittersweet chocolate and white chocolate for this easy and enticing dessert.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR INFO ON THIS RECIPE. AND SO MANY MORE   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Garlic-Rosemary Pork Chop

These Italian-inspired pork chops make for a fast and fragrant weeknight meal. You and your family will love how tender and juicy the pork chops are. ENJOY!   Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 11 min Total Time: 21 min   321 Calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! California Rolls Deconstructed

I love taking a dish and deconstructing it. Here is a different take on California Rolls. My version has only 29 calories, without losing it's flavors. Great for a Hors D'oeuvre or a small meal.Your friends and family will love this. ENJOY!   Makes 24 rolls   Active Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes   29 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Guilt Free Drinks-Part 2

ENJOY!! Your holiday weekend guilt free. To all have a wonderful and safe Labor Day! So another summer has come to a end, we started our summer off with guilt free drinks so lets end the same way. I have 3 new ones for you. We all know how fattening some of our favorite cocktails can be. So cut the calories this weekend and enjoy these tasty drinks. Once again with drinks you no longer need to feel guilty about it. ENJOY!   1. Orange Creamsicle Martini This low-calorie cocktail tastes EXACTLY like those sherbet 'n ice cream bars you used to eat as a kid... Mmmmmmmm! Per serving (entire recipe=1 martini): 109 calories   2. Mounds Bar Martinis Creamy... chocolatey... coconut-y and deeeeeeeelicious. Chocolate lovers everywhere, rejoice! Per serving (half of recipe=1 martini): 112 calories   3. Kickin' Key Lime Pie Martini This one tastes even better than a slice of key lime pie! If you don't believe us, try it for yourself. Per serving (entire recipe=1 martini): 129 calories   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Yogurt Dressing With Spring Salad

Easy to make Low Calorie Yogurt Dressing will taste great over many types of salads also. ENJOY!   Makes 8 servings   Active Time: 8 minutes Total Time: 8 minutes   53 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day!Grandma's Homemade Pumpkin Pie

This recipe I will show you how it's the best pumpkin pie I have ever had in my life. This pie is based on my Grandma's recipe that she has passed down to me, and now am sharing it with you. Grandma's pumpkin pie recipes make delicious pies that are perfect to serve on any occasion. Learn how to make pumpkin pie the old-fashioned way, from scratch.   Preparing the pumpkin filling from scratch does require a little extra effort, but compared to the taste of canned pumpkin,( which is ok to) the traditional homemade taste of these pies is worth it. They taste so good! You'll have to bake and judge for yourself.   Hope you enjoy it as much as my family does. This is a holiday favorite with a delicious taste. Bring Grandma's pie to your table, your friends and family will not believe that you made this pie your self wow them. Happy Holidays Everyone. ENJOY!!   Yield: 8 servings or 10 to 12 slices 275 Calories per serving   Times:Prep time 40 min Cook time 1 hr 0 min Total:1 hr 40 min   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Grilled Cedar-Planked Salmon

I went to a freinds house one day and she made this and I loved it. What a different way to fix Salmon and to capture it's wonderful flavors from both the salmon and the Cedar-Plank.   prep time 10 min total time 4 hr 35 min Makes 8 servings   190 Calories per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Artichoke Cheese Dip

Quick and easy, hot artichoke dip with artichoke hearts.   Cheesy artichoke dip has become one of the most popular side dish around the world. It is a food regarded suitable for people following the vegetarian diet. Baking is the preferred method of preparing cheesy artichoke dip. It is popular dish of American cuisine. The cheesy texture of the cheesy artichoke dip sets it apart from others of its kind. A wonderful, rich appetizer, that is extremely delicious. ENJOY!!   Prep Time: 15 Minutes Total Time: 40 Minutes   Makes: 2 1/2 cups Makes: 40 servings   30 Calories 1 Serving (1 Tablespoon)   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Halloween Treat! BOO LICIOUS

BOO LICIOUS Spider Cupcakes   These are a huge hit with kids! I made these cute little cupcakes for my Church's Halloween party. Everyone loved them and gobbled them up. So much fun to make my adult friends loved it. SCARY GOOD!     1 Hr Prep Time:   cook time 30 min:   1 Hr 30 Min Total time:   Yield 24 cupcakes     Ingredients:   1 (18.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix   1 pound black shoestring licorice   1 (16 ounce) can white frosting   48 pieces candy corn   48 cinnamon red hot candies   1/4 cup orange decorator sugar   Directions:   1. Prepare cupcakes according to package directions. Let cool completely.   2. Cut licorice into 3 inch sections. Working with one or two cupcakes at a time, so the frosting doesn't set before decorating, frost the cupcakes with the white frosting. Insert licorice pieces into the outer edges of the cupcakes to make the legs of the spider, 3 legs on each side (4 takes up too much space).   3. Place two pieces of candy corn on the front of the cupcake for fangs and use two red hots as eyes. Sprinkle with decorator sugar. Repeat with remaining cupcakes.   260 Calories: Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLGO FOR MORE HALLOWEEN RECIPES AND MY RECIPE OF THE DAY:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Recipe Of The Day! Southwestern Shrimp

This dish will wow your friends and family, with it's bold and tasty flavors. And impress them with this low calorie meal. Great for a summer meal. ENJOY!   Makes 4 Servings Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes   218 Calories Per Serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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RECIPE OF THE DAY! ITALIAN TURKEY BREAST & PEPPERS

This Italian dish is so delicious. Great for all year round, your friends will ask you for your recipe. CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup:   http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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