MINI-Me

Good luck to you ... best wishes for a speedy recovery. Keep us posted on your progress!

I definitely agree ... this was the best. I added it to yogurt, pudding, oatmeal, warm cocoa, etc. I ordered it from Amazon at a good price.

Thanks. I'm excited to get a bit of color and strut my stuff at the pool!

There is a lot of debate about boughie size and stitching technique. Everyone seems to lose equally well with 32-40, but regain seems to be a potential issue for larger sizes. I don't think it really matteres male or female ... What's important is that the larger the boughie or loose stitching can leave more stomach that is stretchy. Overtime, this can (theoretically) cause more stomach capacity. On the other hand - too small of a stomach can cause a stricture (or bend) in the stomach that requires another procedure to correct. I was a "tight" 36. I've done great at the weightloss and seem to be doing ok with maintenance. Can definitely eat more than I could the first few months, but still can't eat a whole hamburger (even the kids fast food ones). I say talk to your doctor and listen to his reasons/experience. Together, make a decision on what size you feel comfortable with getting.

I like that!

I'm glad you made it through the appointment ... sorry you have to deal with this. You are almost there!

Here's what I ended up buying ... Look pretty good in them too (if I do say so myself)! Once I have a tan, I'll post pictures. No way will I inflict this white body on you gals! LOL http://www.target.com/Merona-Womens-Swim-Shorts-Black/dp/B0043E6DA0/ref=sr_1_1/189-4411651-6885560?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&keywords=Womens-Swim-Shorts&fromGsearch=true&sr=1-1&qid=1301594578&rh=&searchRank=target104545&node=1038576%7C1287991011&searchSize=30&sessionID=189-4411651-6885560&searchPage=1&searchNodeID=1038576%7C1287991011&searchBinNameList=subjectbin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Ctarget_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&frombrowse=0 (Now ... if I could JUST HAVE those abs!) http://www.target.com/Converse-One-Star-Halter-Tankini/dp/B004HK82TK/ref=br_1_11?ie=UTF8&node=1264689011&sessionID=189-4411651-6885560&searchSize=30&searchView=grid3&searchPage=1&sr=1-11&qid=1301594726&rh=target_com_primary_color-bin%3APurple&searchBinNameList=target_com_size-bin%2Ctarget_com_primary_color-bin%2Cprice%2Ctarget_com_brand-bin&searchRank=salesrank&frombrowse=1

LOL - I was starting to feel guilty about it ... but you noticed, not guilty enough to change it!

I love the Thomas Thin Bagels. Costco even sells them now.

Like the others have said, sounds completely normal to me. I've gone to eating a quarter of a burger (or just the patty) to being able to eat 1/2 bun & patty at McDs. <-- Not the best choice, I know - but sometimes a burger just tastes good!

Thanks everyone! This is such a great group ... Now I don't have to change my signature line.

My nut said no straws, but the nurse gave me one right in the recovery room. She agreed with Rootman - BS on the whole air thing. They were the ONLY way I got liquids in those first few weeks. What does your surgeon say?

The meat may have been a bit much this early out. Beef is hard on some people. Something that was suggested for me early in the pureed process was mac-n-cheese. Yes, it sounds disgusting. But is was surprisingly tasty after haivng only liquids. Make mac-n-cheese as normal, but add a little extra milk and put in the blender. Applesauce with a little unflavored Protein powder is also a good choice. Best of luck!

If he starts to yell, calmly remind him that you are paying for this visit. As a consumer (and as a human being) being yelle at is no way to ensure repeat customers! Say that you appreciate the counseling on the weight and that you need his help to jump through the insurance process. Good luck!

Have you thought of trying eBay? You would reach a larger audience that way & have some "safety" in using PayPal. Just a thought.

Yes - you will lose more weight. The big first stall has got hold of you ... but continue what you are doing & it will come off. We've all been there, had the frustration, and TOTALLY understand your frustration. It will start moving again!!!

127.4 today. Yeah!!!!!

Welcome to the boards. Please feel free to ask any questions you have and read, read, read the older posts!

You look awesome ... did you ever think you would do physical stuff like snowshoeing? GREAT JOB!!!

Welcome!

Awesome job ... congrats on passing up the rest of the cookies. You've got some great willpower there!

Great job working your sleeve. Congrats!

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You are going to get all kinds of thoughts and experiences regarding this question. The only answer is ... you need to do what works for you. Some people need to restrict carbs during the losing phase or they hit stalls and don't lose as fast. Others don't watch carbs at all. For me, it was somewhat in-between. I ate my Protein first & then some veggies. If I had room, I allowed bites of mashed potatoes, mac-n-cheese, etc. It wasn't a lot, but I ate them and enjoyed them. On maintenance, I have allowed more carbs in, but I still focus on protein first and it keeps me on track as far as weight maintenance. (When I just eat mindlessly, I do find I gravitate to carbs & don't get my protein in. )

That is AWESOME. You have to be feeling pretty good about yourself today!