LilMissDiva Irene

Hey Tara! Well, I'm going to make this short but sweet. When I'm staying on plan, which includes these meals for a lunch - I lose. When I'm not staying on plan, which includes "eating what I want" I don't lose.

Thanks! I needed to hear that. Cupcake crisis: Terminated.

Congrats Mac on your sleeviness! That being said... I just wanna piece of bread. No bacon. Just the bun please. :biggrin:

Man oh man what I wouldn't do for a cupcake right now.

piano, Welcome to LBT! It's so nice and helpful here. I've met so many good friends and am so thankful for all the support they have given me up to this point. Are you banded? It appears you are, but didn't mention it.

BBK, I feel you. I've gained weight recently too.

Hi all, thanks for your welcome! I know I have been MIA... sorry about that. It's been obvious that its affected me for the worse. I have good news to report. I have lost 2.5 pounds over the weekend. I am back on the right path and it will only continue. I started my South Beach eating plan Phase I yesterday and did perfectly good. I did get a few cravings during the day but quickly pushed them out of my head. Ah, I am such a good girl! The South Beach eating plan calls for no carbs.. not even fruit for the first two weeks (Phase I). I am stretching this phase for an extra week. I can already feel a difference after only one day. I feel great! Now I just have to get back on my rigid workout routine. I've kept up on it regardless, just not my normal hour and a half per day. I've been doing more like 30 minutes 5 days per week. Not enough for me, my body is used to more. Well, I will check in again really soon. Congrats to all who are succeeding right now. :biggrin:

Hi. I love pink.

VICTORIOUS VALENTINES!! :tt1: Hey guys! How have you all been? I myself have fallen a bit off the wagon. Not too bad though. I haven't lost any weight in a good two months. It's my fault. In fact I gained!! I am getting ready to start the South Beach Diet tomorrow though. I have restarted my love affair with carbs. Booo! Well, all that stops now. I know in my head that you have to have accountability to lose. The band is NOT going to do all of this for you. So, on Monday I'm scheduling another fill. On Sunday, its off to the races again. I want to lose around another 60 pounds. When you think about it, after losing over 100 already.. that's very close to the finish line. Here I am guys... hold me accountable!! :bolt:

Shoes....... Did someone say shoes?

What an amazing transformation! You have really done a great job! You have to be so proud of yourself. :tongue2:

Ohhhh tap! Too bad. In fact, today is Pedi day for me. It takes them well over an hour, with all the messaging, hot stones, hot towels, hot oils, hot bubbles... :tongue2: Then of course the finish product, one pair of hot feet. Side note, of course the shoes too. Can't forget the shoes.. to show off those hot feet.

... Two for two! I get it though. Yes, I do love South Park :smile2: Les, thanks so much. I am absolutely fine. One door shuts and another opens. ...and dear goodness this door is soooo much nicer.

LJM, thanks! We always have to look inside and see what the real trouble is. I consider it a huge lesson learned. SnT, girl! You know it! Hmmm... maybe I shoulda been a poet. Oh wait, I am. Plain, ... I am officially at a loss. Thanks! I can always count on you!!

((((((((((((((JAIME!!)))))))))))) CONGRATULATIONS!! That is so awesome! :smile2:

Thank you so much Lana!! Long time no see! How ya been girl? Anyway.. I'm sure trying.. :smile2:

BBK.. OMG!! You are my inpiration! I just love your photos so much. I want to be able to do this myself one day. I just have to keep my eyes focused on the real prize. Thank you SO much for all you do for us here. You are cherished! :smile2:

Posting just to post that.. just when you think something brings you down - you realize that you are strong woman and can overcome anything! Only sweat it, if it's worth it. :smile2:

BBK, WOW!! Sounds beautiful! Maybe someday I too can get lovely gifts like that. SnT, I would soooo eat a horse, if I were hungry enough. ..and yes, the Burker King guy has to be the creepiest guy I've seen in awhile. Spoof of the JntB guy I'm sure. What's next? Carl's Jr. Happy Star guy? Maybe a Taco Bell nachos Bel Grande guy? We need some chicks in there too? A Chick Fil'a... chick?

Welcome Amy, Well yes, just about everything you have mentioned are all things I've experienced, or I have seen others experience as well. Just hang in there, get your fills and you will be fine. :thumbup: