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I think everyone is diffrent.. Some feel tons of change just after 25lbs, some at 50lbs... I lost 50lbs, went down 2 sizes and a few other things have changed but over all i think i look the same.. and sometimes I even feel the same... I think it just matters who the person is and how YOU feel the change!

WOW 25lbs and you can really see a diffrence.. Way To Go!! Keep up the good work!

I got my surgery during the summer break.. I took that semester off.. Not because of the surgery but it was a good time to do it.. I am having to get my port replaced so Im waiting for the Christmas break as well. I think that is the best time to do it. Good Luck!

Thank You all so much!!! I love you guys! ((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))

Kathy, Im not even sure how they will tell if its a hernia, I am hoping when he goes in and sees something he will fix it then.. He is a hernia Dr. too so I guess thats helpfull. Yes Im getting a new port.. My Dr. says that the leak is there in the port area, so I dont think he will be replacing any of the tubing.. from what I understand.. Im also having him move my port lower... right now it is right under my rib cage and sometimes it hides up there and rubs on my ribs and boy does that hurt!! I really hate having to replace the port since that is the one thing that hurt the most after surgery.. I couldnt get out of bed by myself and it was even hard drying and using the bathroom alone.. now I have to go thourgh it all again... Im really trying to keep my head up about this... it is just hard to do, I want to cry but I have to look at the good parts of it all. IM GOING TO MAKE THIS BAND WORK FOR ME IF ITS THE LAST THING I DO!!!! (((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))) everyone thank you all so much! Its great to have friends that can understand me.

Thats wonderful news!!! isnt it great to have such a caring Dr. Good Luck with everything.. seems like you are on the right track!

That is wonderful!!! I know how it is beacuse I love sitting in booths and I havent in almost 3 years. One day I will be brave enough to try it. GREAT JOB!!!!!!! keep up the good work!!!

Well Im off to Colorado, to see my Dr. Most of you know that I have been having stomach pain.. more like under the skin pain next to my stomach.. Anyway it just keeps getting worse and worse... Also i figure since Im there I will get a fill. Maybe for once I can start losing more.. Just send me a prayer... about my stomach, Im sure its nothing bad.. just a cut nerve.. which couls be bad.. but, well, you know what I mean... hehe Anyway see you all Sunday!!!!

Hey guys Im still in CO.... just wanted to give you all a quick update... I got a Leak!!! UGH!!!!!!! I cant belive this is actually happening to me... anyway.. im making the best of my stay here and trying to keep my head up. Just wanted to let you all know thanks for all you support!!!!!

Oh gosh I have got so many neat things from this site... great Christmas gifts!!

WOW you have dont a great job!!! you can see the diffrence so much its awesome!!!! Keep up the good work!!! woohoo

Reflux means you need a slight unfill I would call your Dr. right away... Im with Paula on this!!!

You go girl!!!! That was a big step now you are going to do great!!!! You have done great so far.. as well... Let us know how you like it!

WOOHOO Congratulations Nothing better then to get rid of them 300's never to see them again!!!! I was there a few months ago too so I know how happy you are!! and Im happy for you too Keep up that good work!!!!

See.... what did we tell ya!!! Glad everything was good! I go for my 4th fill tomorrow... Ugh 365mile drive...

Oh I was so scared my first fill I wanted to cry.. which im sure I did.. I didnt get numbed or anything.. nothing.. and It was pain less.. what hurt a little was pulling out the needle. and thats not even bad.. felt like a tiny bug bite and was gone in seconds. I was able to eat before and after.. but its up to your Dr. Anyway I know you will be fine!!!

Here is a famous New Mexico Christmas cookie... Cant have Christmas without them.. Very Very Fatty.. hehehe BISCOCHITOS 3/4 cups sugar 8 ounces vegetable shortening or lard 1 egg 1.5 teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoon anise seed 3 cups flour 1.5 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Cinnamon Sugar: 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. To make the cinnamon sugar, combine the ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, cream the sugar and shortening together. Add the eggs, vanilla, and anise seed, and continue beating until the mixture is creamy. In another bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Add the dry ingredients to the shortening mixture, a little at a time, and beat to mix well after each addition. Continue until all the flour has been incorporated and a stiff, smooth dough. Do not refrigerate as the dough needs to be warm to hold together. To roll out the Cookies, place a ball of dough about 3 or 4-inches in diameter on a lightly floured surface. Roll out using a very light stroke with a rolling pin. The dough should resemble pie pastry more than cookie dough. Using a sharp knife or cookie cutter, cut the dough into the desired shape. Dust with the cinnamon sugar and place on a lightly oiled baking pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, remove, and cool the cookies on a rack. Yield: 3 to 4 dozen, depending on the shape

YUMMMMM Turkey!!!! I cant wait... Ohhhhh and Im getting a fill tomorrow 1 week before turkey day and i hope I can eat! Anyway got blues from dry turkey??? here is an idea... lift the skin of the turkey were you are able to stick your whole hand in there.. get butter and massage your turkey down.. really rub it in.. put lots of butter.. (hey its thanksgiving we can go off the rocker a bit) that will help keep it really moist.. I have never made a dry turkey! My sister is having Thanksgiving this year so everyone brings the "Sides" Me so far I know im bringing the Red Chili... (Im in NM theres not a dinner without chili) Im so excited... Eileen.. I would of cried too... hehehe

Hey SEXY you!!!! You are doing great with your NSVs isnt it wonderful to see a pair of pants and they look so dang small.. and you actually fit into them WOW that is awesome! and I give 100 Kudos for even trying to belly dance.. but to know more of the moves then the "skinny" girls well thats just wonderful. Your such an inspriation to me Thanks!!! and keep it up!!!

Kim that is wonderful news... Keep it up girl!

With any surgery it can be scarey.. But this surgery is great and fast. You are going to do good. Just keep your faith. This is going to be the best thing you do for yourself and your family. You will be around for a long time and be more healthy. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Let us know when you are back and how your doing. Take Care

Mashed sweet potato with splenda and cinnamon its like a holiday treat. I know this sounds werid but it tasted really good.. steamed broccli or cailflower and mashed up to a mashed potato texture with melted chesse or just butter.

I love to snack... I just try to snack on better things.. like carrots or celery. I have to have chips and stuff in the house for my husband.. but I rearly try them. So if you can stay away from buying them I would.. Make yourself a veggie snacking tray.. It makes you feel speical and you get to snack.

Ahhhhhhhhh Kathy!!! How cute are you!!!!!! I just want to give you a GREAT BIG Squeeze!!!!! You had me crying and laughing this whole thread. You are such a wonderful person and are doing so good on your NSVs!! wow girl.. who cares about the scale when you can fit into some nice size 8 french cut panties LOL love it!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

Awwwww Im so glad I came here.. Vines, Kathy... You both have encourging words Thank You so much! I still want to see that scale go down, just like you all do to.. but now I know I will NOT be ashamed if it doesnt and I know I can come on here and give great NSVs and you will be happy for me either way. Thank you for your support I just love you guys!!!