Illusionalta

It wasn't all glory at first, it was rough.. More like a mind over matter thing.. Still craved the terrible stuff.. But stayed away.. I lived off apple sauce , crystal light tea.. And pudding.. When I got to puréed I had mashed potatoes, and runny eggs.. All the while I was still drinking my pre op met Rex drinks.. To help with protein.. It tasted good, and went down nice.. So I tended to stick to things that were satisfying to me and didn't lead to discomfort.. Tuna was a awesome milestone to hit as well.. I just always looked forward to the. Next stage.. All the while the weight was literally falling off and my energy level was increasing.. Odd I know.. The amount of food I ate at the beginning was about 2-4oz or so.. As swelling and such went down, my intake got more comfy at 4oz.. Half a apple sauce cup for a child.. You space it out over a hour and you can get the thing down.. When I started eating solids I'd have toast and tuna or toast and turkey.. But only half a sandwich.. No longer can you drink and eat at same time.. I used to down sodas while munching on my meal.. That's a no go, and a expeditious way to discomfort, and possible regurgitation.. I haven't puked, and pretty confident I won't.. Due to my eating anyway.. I have since graduated to a whole sandwich, but that's it.. I'm stuffed afterwards.. Literally.. And I'm happy with that.. After you graduated to foods, dunkin donuts has a 99 cent egg wrap.. Perfect size , and cheap.. I get that for Breakfast in the morn sometimes it's very satisfying, and light in your pocket.. And in a pinch their everywhere.. You have to eat though , or you will. Have a unhappy tummy.. And feel discomfort., walk around with a bottle of Water, and sip sip sip to stay hydrated. Diet snapple has been good to me and is available in most stores.. Heavy sugars bother me , kids juice boxes while the size is great they just don't agree with me, apple juice is fine though .. You will run to restroom though.. Listen it's not easy by no means most of us love food.. This is a breakup, your relationship with food is over.. But it's worth it, you'll feel better than ever, if u weren't confident in yourself cause your body before you will be a new person, you'll smile more.. I know it changed my life, and added 15-20 yrs to it.. Anyone can send me a message with questions or whatever, I'm here for you guys! I'll attach some more photos as well later on.. Rant off!

Thx can't wait!

I was instructed no gym for 6 months by my dr.. So other than playing with kids and my job as a high voltage industrial electrician that's bout all the exercise I've gotten.. I'm very active, and expecting another kid in January lol

Take your time, and stay hydrated.. What are you drinking for Protein? I stayed with the metrx as I couldn't stand the shots... It has 36 grams of protein, and tastes great.. What are you eating?

Thanks love.. Everyone so wonderful on this site!

I don't wanna go lower than my goal but see how it plays out.. My loss has slowed down.. We will see where we land..

No skin issues I'd say it tighten up pretty good, I haven't worked out yet.. Hopefully it'll get tighter .. Older women are better! They know what they want.. Most of the time..

Y of course , although he might fight ya for it!

Although he's not as cute as me.. He is a close 2nd..

Hey , this was a awesome thing.. Just the kick in the ass I needed.. I have no Ill effects , and live a normal life.. Granted I eat off the kids menu or me n my wife share a dinner at a fine restaurant.. But the minor mourning of food , isn't enough to make me have any regrets.. I'd love to whoof down a pizza pie again.. But I settle for a slice now..

Ok google helped me , my biggest non scale victory is the activities I'm now able to partake in with my children , without dying.. We ride bikes , play soccer .. I'm not tired any more , I barely wanna goto sleep at night.. So the energy I have now in surplus for everyday life made it more than worth it!

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Send me a pm I'd love some lil red headed grand kids. .. Thx so much for kind words... It's been awesome!

I was sleeved on march 12th, I'm down 108lbs , from 347.. Feel great ... Can't believe how great I'm feeling..