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I have this one too but I always seem to be a couple of lbs. lighter on it than the docs. As others posted above, I tend to monitor the fluctuations more than the actual weight, figuring it will vary by a couple of lbs. from scale to scale.

Thanks for these ideas guys!!!!! I've been struggling with Protein intake!!!!

Irene, I will eco what others have already said here: you are such an inspiration on this board and you're doing it again! You have such a positive and realistic attitude. I think that where you're at is where a lot of us want to be: healthy, confident, active. It's not about having unrealistc expectations. I think looking at the entire picture of health, not just a scale, is what makes sense. You are so active and you seem to have learned so much about a healthy life style, I just can't see you doing anything but great!!! BTW, regardinn BMIs, a friend got hers measured accurately by doing those underwater tests! I think she only paid $50!!! And it tells a very different story. Her BMI was MUCH lower than the tables calculate by just height, age, weight etc. It truly measures the proportion of fat/muscle etc. I was planning on doing one when I get close to goal. I'm a lot like you. When younger and lighter, I was always thought of as weighin much less than I did, at least by 50 or 60 lbs. My surgeon wants me to go down to 115 to 120 at 5' 3 1/2 but I did not weigh that since I was about 15 and I was a rail! So we'll see. Another reason you are trailblazing here for me!!! LOL Thanks again for your posts and CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!

Wow! Great link. Thanks for posting Jackie!!!

Good luck Spivey!!! Sending lots of good thoughts your way!!!!!!!

Nancy, sounds like you got this!!! Thinking things through and pre-planning always seems to keep us on track. I like how you thought of possible obstacles too! and a way around them! You'll do GREAT. Sending lots of good thoughts your way!!!!

I believe that taking care of your health, physical and emotional IS taking care of your son!!! When you are healthy and feel well emotionally you exude happiness and you reach for life. You have the energy to do what you need to do and want to do. You are both a role model and a support for your child. Money comes and goes. You are fortunate to be able to have it to do this with. You will save up again and you will take good care of him ... starting by taking care of yourself first. BTW, I commend you for your courage and strength. Being a parent is no easy thing and it's even harder as a single parent and it takes a great deal of courage to do what is right for oneself and one's family. In my experience, settling always has led me to regret. Reach for your dreams!!! Good luck on your journey!!!!

You look INCREDIBLE!!!!!! Like a different person!!! CONGRATULATIONS on your progress!!!! You look just beautiful!

Sending good thoughts your way! and wishes for a super speedy recovery!!!!

Congratulations ASBGirl!!! I have the same experience with the sweetness of the shakes. I wish I could say it gets better! :-( But I do alternate between a bunch of them and flavors too! That seems to help. Welcome to the loosers bench!!!! I'm glad you're doing so well!!!!

Sorry Leah, I would agree with Penpen above. For me it would have been very difficult. Of course, I'm not a camper in general. But I had the runs from the shakes and it was unexpected. I ended up having to locate and try different protein shakes also at different temperatures to get them down. Same with the liquids. I had to stay on top of approximately one ounce of liquide every 8 to 10 minutes to meet my goals. It is a bit of a job. It does get better daily. I'm sure other's will chime in. As Penpen said, some are ready to go in a couple of days. I guess it just depends on each person. The thing is, you don't know what your experience may be. I hope this is hepful. Congratulations and best of luck on your journey!!!!

So glad you're home safe and sound! I can't wait to hear more about your new journey! Oh please tell us there's a book in you about about all this!!!!

I'm so glad I came accros this post! It is so moving and inspiring. It made me laugh and cry touched my heart. I never made a list but I will I now. You all said so many things I've felt and feel. Thank you so much for putting them out there!!!

Congratulatons to you both Kelly and Nancy!!! You can totally do this!! It does get easier. Just the first couple of days the body seems to wonder what's going on LOL. Don't forget lots of fluids, SF popsicles, SF jello (of course, if you are allowed, most people are). They really help get through those moments of craving... it's weird but after a while they pass. Good luck to you both!!! You totally got this!!! Happy 4th!

Hi ItalianLady! Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! People here already gave such great tips and advise. I just wanted to chime in on a couple of things. For me taking in the Protein was/is an ordeal. It comes and goes still. At times just the thought of those stinkin drinks makes me gag! I think others have this experience too. So, for me, having a few options helped. I just want to caution you on overstocking too soon since your tummy and taste seem to go through a change. I'm six weeks out today and my taste is pretty much "back to normal." But in the beginning I could not stand the taste of Water. I went through 6 different Proteins types and also several flavors. I did all kind of things to get them down. I mixed the vanilla with crystal light, I made the chocolate flavor hot and cold etc. I got unflavored, I got premade soup mixes. I won't lie, it's been an ordeal. Some I can't stand the site of, others I can still take. I have a small fortune in protein drinks LOL! So just the heads up. You may be one of the lucky ones and just this one will work for you. From what I read on these boards I know many end up settling on one two favorites eventually. Also, I want to add to what has already been explained so well above: my NUT also said that the protein powder must have 20 grams of protein minimum, preferrably over, under 5 carbs, and no more than 130 calories, preferrable 100 to 110 per serving. These are some guidelines. It looked like your protein more than meets all the requirements. Best of luck to you! I know the extra 3 day wait stinks but it will be over before you know it!!!! Looking forward to reading about your progress!!!! MB

Thank you Bookleen! Sending you well wishes wherever home is!!!

YellowRose, you are brave and so funny. I'm so glad you are doing well. I hope your flight is comfortable. I am looking forward to reading more of your story and of course, your progress. Wishing you a super speedy recovery!!!!!!

Nict to meet you Tippy! I'm so sorry for everything you have gone through. I commend you for your fighting spirit! I'm just for weeks out tommorow and doing well and very happy with my sleeve. I wish you all the best on this journey and I'm looking forward to reading about your progress!!!!

I know kiddo! They are the worst! I know everyone is different, but it does get better. I started to do much better around day 6ish, but by day 10 or so I was doing really well. I am 4 weeks out tomorrow and I do still get gas right after I eat but not those terrible pains I did in the begining. Hang in there, I'm sure you will be turning a corner here soon. Also, for me the protein drinks with milk/soy were the worst. My nut had me switch to just soy and it made a big difference. Good luck and will wishes for a super speedy recovery.

Myrori, you look amazing! It's hard to believe you have a grown daughter!

Elle, You must feel relieved the surgery is over! Sending lots of positive thoughts your way for a quick recovery!

Well said! I felt the same here at 48!!! Which gave me the push I needed. If I had NOT done the surgery, next year at 49, I would be have been the same weight, or worse, gained a few pounds.

I really appreciate your perspective!!! There's a real sense of serenity around all this stuff. Thanks for posting!

I'm NOT a Red Velvet Girl but I just wanted to chime in here and say that YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!! I loved reading about all your progress and even the little hurdles each of you have faced. I'm not too far behind you (one month out on Monday) and reading about your stories and progress really inspired me. Congratulations to all of you and thanks for the posts!!!

I"m sorry this happend and I am glad you can laugh it off. It probably happened because you must look beautiful and glowing with expectation! So here's a gorgeous woman who has a little extra weight and is so radiant... she must be expecting!!!! .. Okay, you're expecting a sleeve :-) Good luck with your surgery. You are sooooo going to rock!!!!!!