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I like the Go Lean Strawberry. I have been drinking the Atkins Caramel Cafe Shake too, it's yummm.. helps me get in my iced coffee cravings lol

You hottie you!! You are doing great!

When I started I was in a tight 26 too... this weekend I actually bought two pair of pants from Old Navy in a 20, I was so happy!! I have also found some good consignment stores in my area, with great prices that has helped...

I am almost 3 months post op. When I started my six months of visits, I was in the mind set of OMG I have to do six months of this before I can even get approved, I was so impatient. The more I went to my visits, other required classes and a support group meetings, the more I learned about eating, nutrition, excercise and just myself in general and now I am glad it was required. I went in to my surgery with so much knowledge and a good clue what to expect, what to eat and it has helped me so much. I have seen people that only had to go to a few appointments and then got approved and were totally clueless as to what the heck was going on, that is sad. You are changing your life, get a clue as to what to do. All that said, learn all you can, ask all the questions you can think of, attend a support group. You will benefit greatly! My life has totally changed, and I can't be happier. Well, I will be happier when I get to goal, but I am super happy to be where I am now. (75 lbs lost as of this Monday)

I hit my 75 lbs weight loss this week! I feel great! July pic 332 lbs Surgery was 10/15 , 301 lbs at time of surgery Now 257 lbs

Yesterday was my 30 day point since surgery and I am down 30 lbs. 61 lbs down since my journey started in April. I am so happy! WLS has it's ups and downs, but it's all gonna be worth it in the end, in my opinion anyways. [

I just quit cold turkey, it was during one of my "sinus infection" times, I was tired of being sick. So I just threw my pack away and haven't had one since and it will be 3 years in March. I was going to do the patch, but my insurance didn't pay, and I said for $150+ a month, I can do it my self!!

Yay for us 15th'ers lol!! Let's keep it up!!

It does get easier, I had my surgery on 10/15 and I am finally getting my energy back. I am eating the soft foods now, get to start introducing more foods next week.

Sure, but I will be able to eat it next week w/out having to purée it. Soooo much better!

Hi oct 15 buddies! Doing well here, get to start soft foods Monday, woohoo! I want some grilled salmon soooo bad! Lol. Have my post op appt on 31st. I am doing pretty good. I am down almost 20 lbs already, ((happy dance))

I already have 2 but I want another one. My niece wants me to go with her when she turns 18 to get her first, so I am getting one too. I thought of just the words " Be Strong" on my foot or wrist.

Hey everyone just dropping by to say hello. I am now 9 days post op and getting better everyday. Still have some muscle soreness on my right side, but am very thankful I have not been sick or had any other issues. As of Monday (one week post op) I am down 10 lbs. That is a total of 41 lbs since I started this whole journey. I just get tired pretty easy that is the only complaint I have. I am on puréed foods now and no issues. Yay!

Charlotte here! Hey neighbors.

Hey everyone, just checking in. Got to come home Wednesday morning. Been sooooo sore, but actually feeling a little better today. Have tried to walk around the house and have sat outside and enjoyed the pretty weather. Trying to sip as much as I can, but I just don't care for anything. Hubby says he's getting me out of the house tomorrow, he's been great thru all this.

Day after surgery, all is well I am sore of course, but no nausea or anything. Hopefully goimg home tomorrow.

Ok boys and girls, this is it I am on my way to the hospital for surgery. Wish me luck!!

Mine is at 10:45. Packing stuff now. I am ready!