Its been a challenge to stay away from the goodies. Why does it seem esier to get down the junk food and sweets than the good food. Working on controlling the amount of wrong foods compared to amount of right foods. Takes a major mind adjustment because I am a grab and go person. Truly is better if you plan ahead things to have to put your hands on quickly. I do much better when I eat small meals or snacks throughout the day.

As the stomach tightens I notice that when I initially go to eat the first few bites are harder to get down. Bread seems to be a bit harder to swallow. I puked up a Happy Meal cheeseburger that didn't want to go down so easily. Your right, I probably shouldn't be eating a McDonalds cheeseburger, but at least its the kids meal size. I do avoid the fries. I look for progress anywhere, and thats progress for me. Gotta start somewhere! Laying off the diet soda and try to drink more water. I buy flavored waters and that seems to satisfy me.

I wish there was a support group close to me. The nearest one is about an hour away. I think the support group would be a big benefit. :youcandothis:

I am at a weight of 250 pounds now, down 34 pounds since my surgery. Hope to put a exercise regime into my New Year resolutions. Wish the weight would come off a little faster, but I am happy its not going up. 34 pounds less is a lot happier situation than more!

Happy Holidays

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