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I wanted to mention too that if you haven't tried Bariatric Advantage's Calcium Citrate chews..they are excellent. Everything else they sell, in my opinion, isn't worth purchasing, but I enjoy their chews.

I was told the same thing.

LMAO..well your daughter in law is a very smart woman...they are tacky and awful!

What the $&;:! Gold Lame' lettering ....the helmets are horrible! Wow..awful!!!!! Go Miami Convicts...I mean Hurricanes!!!!

Good point ORT and Butterthebean ..I help teach some diabetic classes at my work and for people watching carb intake..you have to watch for the low fat versions of anything because fat carries flavor of foods because the aromatic oils in foods are obviously fat soluble therefore that's why humans like high fat foods ..they just taste better but there is science behind that. So when manufacturers make a low fat version, they normally have to compensate with increased sugars to make up taking out the fat in the product. If they didn't do that..the product wouldn't be worth buying because it wouldn't taste good.....so sometimes you are better off eating the good old regular stuff. An example of this would be regular ice cream and fat free ice cream..check out the label and see which on has more total carbohydrate per serving...I think you'll be surprised!

I cried for about 1 week, and then it was done. Remember, your body has had major trauma. It's in hyperdrive hormones, decreased calories, and anesthesia...anesthesia makes me nuts...I have cried after every surgery I have had to be put to sleep over...so these feelings you are having are normal. If it continues to be bad for you, talk to a therapist or your doctor. They can help you. Good Luck! I am always a message away if you need me. I walked in your shoes and for me, it got better at 2 weeks out.

So I dropped by the gym I was going to prior to surgery ...and one of the trainers who previous worked with me and knew me was there and I was glad it was him.....I always liked him....very sweet kid...so picture it..good looking kid ripped asked "can I help you ma'am"? So I just stood there grinning at him....and I waited for it. Yes...the look of confusion...ah....there it was.....the look of recognition! And out came an O M G ...it's you...you look freaking amazing!!!!!!! Told him how much I lost, ect, ect....so that made my day!! The look on his face was priceless!

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So..just have to rant a little about my thighs. I am super proud of my transformation this far. If you haven't see my pictures, check out my 6 th month anniversary pictures. Anyway..I was doing my yoga exercises in a downward dog position and looked my thighs....OMGoodness...skin and skin. But I have started jogging so I am seeing some muscle there too! And I am definitely going to add weights to the regiment..so maybe I will get some definition... But I have to say I was very unnerved!!!! To say the least...lol

I am sure that hurt you. I guess am I am a little more mean spirited because I would have looked at her and flat asked her what made her think that it is the "easy way out"? And I would have asked her if she was speaking from experience? I would have turned it right back at her for being judgmental toward others...but then again...I have a little mean streak in me that comes out occasionally ...especially toward people who are ignorant on things they think they know when they don't have a clue what the heck they are talking about. Anyway..I pick and choose who I tell. It's no one's business what we do and how we do it. Keep on rocking those size 8 jeans. I wonder if its a hint of envy that is coming out to rear it's ugly, green head in regards to your coworker. Maybe...maybe not. You could always say" tell me, state name here, would you be so willing to have this topic of conversation if the two people you are referring to were present in this conversation"? That usually shuts down any negative conversation very quickly. And if not, well then she is just judgmental and I'll say it again...you just can't fix ugly...know what I mean? Keep up the great work!

@ Susan 2.0 Well..realize everyone has an opinion. My suggestion would be to invite her to a support group, have her come with you to a doctor's appointment and have her ask him questions..even better ..have her go to a seminar on it. She may never change her mind, but it just may give her some needed perspective. I am going out on a limb and guess she never had a weight problem? She may have..but if not, remember she doesn't have an idea where you are coming from. My husband was just diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and could eat me under the table and never gain an ounce. We had often talked about it, and he admitted he didn't understand where I was coming from. But I involved him in the process, allowed him to ask tough questions to the providers, and once he learned about the process, sat in a support group, and saw the problems that come with obesity that he had never experience..he began to empathize with me...and in turn became one of my biggest supporters. Maybe that is something she would be willing to do for you as your best friend because she loves and supports you already!

Just quote her Matthew 5:20 and tell her God gave you his blessings. That should shut her up very quickly! "And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell." Only because I prayed about this, and this was given to me as an answer. Be at peace with your decision. It's right there in black and white.

I didn't say goodbye to anything..I just said hello to a healthier way of eating. I am with OTR here. I really don't think it matters. Your surgery will prevent you from eating these things right off the bat, and if you do eat something you aren't suppose to you'll regret it physically and mentally. Anyway..if you feel the need to have one last hooray, go for it.

My BMI was 54, and I wasn't required to lose prior to surgery. I think that could be due to your insurance provider as well because surgeon made that that comment that I wasn't required to lose prior.

You know ..I thought the very same thing..and I am living proof that If you follow the diet, exercise, and the advice of your whole team..you will be successful!

Welcome! I read your blog and thank you for sharing! This is am incredible journey we are on and you won't regret ( well maybe for a few days..but it gets better) your decision. This is the exact tool I needed to lose 103# and I am keeping on with the good fight..I am only 6 months out. I understand how you feel! I felt the same way about my daughter. When I look back to how I was, I wish I had done it sooner, felt more involved. All I can do is now is enjoy the precious few years I have before my tween becomes a woman..she is 11 years old. Good luck with your surgery on the 10th. We will be waiting for you here! Keep us updated on your status!

Well Hallelujah! Being obese is an illness, but so is having issues at the other end of the spectrum. Another reason to like her! I like some of her art, some of it can go in the trash, but I like the fact she is putting it out there for our youth who need to hear that you don't need to be incredibly thin to be happy. Normal isn't black and white...it is a shade of gray!

I am interested in this too. I have been want to learn to suba. I am assuming you are talking about suba diving.

I'd wear it now ..no reason to wait..you look good in it..go on and enjoy your purchase before its too big to wear!

Thank you!

Ok, so here I am posting one day early because I won't be able to do it tomorrow. I have lost 103# since April 3rd. I post my picture with a mix of emotions. I feel embarassed, ashamed, sadden, and disgusted that I didn't realize just how bad I let myself go. Here I am the day before surgery. In looking at myself, I want to seriously cry. I feel sorry for myself, my husband, and my daughter. All those wasted years. And here I am ...the old, new me...103# lighter, full of life! A proper mother, a proper wife, a human being begining to live again...I am thankful for my journey. I have more to go, but I am on my way. A caterpillar still in my cocoon. One day, I will emerge as that butterfly I always was on the inside! For those of you who are working toward this surgery, it isn't easy, but it most certainly, definitely works. I have my life and myself back.