kayte819

Thank you very, very much for your kind, thoughtful response. I intend to take your advice, as well as Kiki's & try talking to him a little more about the comment. I also want to thank you for not making a joke of a very real concern I have. I appreciate your understanding. Last, I'd like to say that USMCWife asked an extremely similar question about a year ago. No one was offended, Jo one mocked her.......so what's the difference between her concerns & mine? Why s my concern "offensive"?? I really, really, really wasn't expecting this type of negativity at all. I didn't & still don't think its offensive to ask other women (of any ethnicity) who may be in similar situations for their advice. I didn't intend to offend & most certainly didn't come to a support site to be judged or insulted....kind of counterproductive. I wish you all the best in your journeys.

I drink from a straw now & since about 6 wks out. It helps me get fluids down faster & easier!!!

Thank you, BK for your response! I agree about the thick movement not being great for our health, but I'm also thankful for it as it saved me from ever having any dating / self-esteem issues And you're right, most women do keep their shape so fingers crossed to keep my curves!! Thanks again.

USMCWife, I see you are over a year out now & wondered if I could get an update from you as far as how your husband has handled it. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

Didn't really think it was a funny question.....Guess you guys do tho......

Hi, sorry to barge on but I have a question....I'm not AA, but my husband is & he looooves a thick girl. He totally supports my choice & took off 3 weeks to take care of me & our 4 kids (since I'm a SAHM) & I know that he loves me no matter what......but as my 44H's are deflating & my ass is shrinking I keep feeling like if I lose too much weight he might not find me as appealing. The other day I put on some new jeans & asked "how do these look?" because they felt a little tight & he said "you look narrow....and I don't like it". He said it jokingly & it didn't upset me but there is always some truth to what people say when they're "kidding". Has anyone else been through this? I feel like its kind of the opposite for ladies married to white dudes, but maybe I'm wrong. I'd really appreciate any feedback. Thanks!!

Ok, I'm joining late but I want in! CW: 256 GW: 240 This is perhaps a little ambitious since I stall for a minimum of a week every month during my TOM, but I'm going to try!!

Is there a maximum amt of protein you're allowed to have ? I wasn't given a max, just a minimum so curious!

Well I'm the opposite of Jay.....if I drink after I eat I throw up. I tried it a few times without giving it much thought but now I never drink before 30 min post eating. Out of habit I was still ordering a drink when we went out to dinner but I don't anymore so I won't forget & drink. I guess like everything about this journey, it's different for everyone.

Ok Jan/Feb/Mar sleevers! I figured out how to add to the group, finally! Send me a friend request & once we are friends I can invite you to the group. I'm Kayte Lanier-Berry on fb. If you could include a message w/ your friend request that says vst that would be helpful. Yay!

Ok! Figured it out Send me a friend request Kayte Lanier-Berry. Once I accept I can send you an invite to the group. Can you also include a message w/ your request that says vst....just so I know....thanks!

I'm not sure lol....you get an invite from an admin I think. PM lotus4me - I think she is in charge or precious blue diamond. Let me know if that doesn't work!

Thanks Seems like some of you that feel like slow losers don't have as much to lose & started out this journey & lower BMI's. That's awesome, because you're ahead of the game & made this life changing decision before you got even further up on the scale. I think you are all amazing & doing a great job!! Fyi there is a secret fb group for Feb sleevers!

My surgery date was 1/28/12 (so almost a Feb sleever) & my surgery day weight was 316. As of today I am 257 so down 59 lbs....yay!!

I also feel like a slow loser sometimes because my weight will stay the same for weeks. It can be discouraging but.I try to remember that.it.took years to get that heavy & will take time to lose it. In the past I've had some luck breaking my stalls by upping my carbs a bit. Everyone is different so hang in there! If you want to add me on mfp my user name is Kayte819

I have not been & would like to be! I'm Kayte Lanier- Berry on fb. Thanks so much!!!

What happened to this project...haha!? Is there a secret group or do we still need to set one up? Let me know if no one has done so yet & I will try to figure it out. If someone has, how do I join? Thanks!!

I can eat abt 1/2 cup per meal total - Usually about 3oz of dense Protein & a couple bites of veggies. I'm about 3 mos out. Down 57 lbs. Whooo hoo!!!

Add me Kayte819

Can you set the group to secret?? I don't want everyone I've ever known in my whole life to know :/ As soon as I liked your group it went on my public wall. More will join if it's a little more discreet. Thanks!!

*sounds not spins!

I couldn't eat it, although the pb banana spins soooo good. Way too high in carbs/sugar. Maybe look for some no sugar added brands.

Drink q cup of coffee every morning! I eat about 60g of protein a day & my morning cuppa Joe keeps me totally regular. I know there are a lot of other posters on here that report the same, although caffeine is a personal choice. My nut is ok w/ it. Give it a try!

So who is the one that set it up? I want to send you a msg w/ my fb info

I have t-mobile & the android HTC sensation. I love it! Have the mfp app & it works great!!