georgia girl

Jeannie I really need to be working out but I haven't in a while. I've been dealing with a leg injury for about a week now. I kept telling myself that I probably just stepped wrong or something, but it keeps getting worse and worse. I don't know if I pulled something or what. I'm going to give it one more week and if it's not better, I guess I'll have to go get some x-rays. My weight has been at a standstill for over a week now. I really wanted to meet my Valentine's goal, but I'm not sure I will. I go tomorrow, or today rather, for an assessment. I think even a small fill might get me where I need to be. I actually gained a couple of pounds in the last week, so I hope I get one. Oh, I am also guilty of weighing everyday too! I just can't help it!!

Did anyone see Rachael Ray yesterday? There was a woman on there that lost over 200lbs with Gastric Bypass Surgery. As she lost weight, she lost all of her friends and family, she had no idea why. Long story short, they asked her mom why and she told that as her daughter lost weight, she became too proud of her weight loss and made some comments that hurt her feelings (the mom was overweight too). This girl had no idea that when she shared her success with her friends and family that they were offended by it, and she didn't realize that some of her comments were hurtful. It made me really appreciate this website. It's great to come here and share our successes together. I have friends and family that are overweight and I would hate it if I lost any of them. I'll admit that I have been keeping my friends and family up to date on my progress, but I never considered it to be bragging and I hope that they don't see it that way. I guess it goes to show that losing weight doesn't necessarily mean that life will be perfect.

Jeannie, I just noticed you hit the 50lb mark! WHOOOO HOOOOO! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!:thumbup:

Mia, I've have 4 fills with a total of 6cc's in my band now. I do have some restriction, but I don't think I am quite at my "sweet spot". I think a small fill might do the trick. Everyone is different though, some people only need one fill while others need several. Yes, they do. Mia, how are you feeling?

Renewed, sonic has THE BEST drinks! I love their slushes! I like the strawberry cream slush, I would imagine that is pretty high in sugar and calories! I used to always get a cherry limeade too, but now I can't have carbonated drinks, so I haven't had one in over 5 months!:thumbup:

Great NSV's!!! You know, I can't seem to get in the groove of exercising either. I know I really need to, and I agree with you, my husband and I were walking 4-5 times a week when the weather was warmer. We just need to get our butts in gear!!!

Brandymom I don't think I'm quite at my "sweet spot", but I think I'm very close. I now have 6cc's in my 10cc band. It's pretty strange, because some days I can eat all I want, and other days I can only eat a few bites. This band has a mind of it's own, lol!

Well, today wasn't too bad. Here's the menu: B'fast- low carb slim fast Lunch- 3/4 c. pumpkin chili Snack- 1/4 c. dry roasted edamame Dinner- 1/2 mushroom and swiss stuffed chicken breast & 1/4 c. green Beans Snack- a brownie :thumbup: Even though I'm not doing low carb anymore, I'm still going to drink the low carb slim fast for Breakfast. It still has more Protein than the high protein slim fast and I think the calories are about the same.

I'm sorry. I thought me and nip were the only ones going and nip wasn't feeling well. If I had known you were going, we could have met up anyway. I talked (through email) with Terri from Dr. B's office, and she assured me that they were working on putting support group meetings together. We will definitely set up another meeting though. I can't wait to meet everyone too!

Mia- I'm so glad everything went well. I'm sorry about the soreness, but I know you're happy about the fill! Get plenty of rest and let us know how you are progressing. Have a great day!

Thanks for the tip, I will be doing that from now on!

Hey baboobabe! I'm really hoping I make the goal but I seem to be at a standstill right now. I hope to get another fill on the 12th, seems like I can eat like a cow lately :tongue2:. Happy Birthday to you too! Have a wonderful birthday and have fun!

I don't really like Wal-mart, but I seem to be in there at least 3 times a week, go figure! I went last night to pick up a few things. The cashier rang me up, I ran my credit card through the machine, got my receipt and specifically asked the cashier if I had gotten all my bags. She had already started ringing up the next customer, she didn't even look at me, and she said yes, that's all of them. Well, I got home and noticed that I was missing a few things. I checked my car to make sure I didn't leave it in there, and it wasn't. So I called the store and they told me to bring my receipt and they would give me my items. I get there and the lady at customer service checks the book and said that it wasn't reported that it was left. She told me to go get the items and bring them back to her. Meanwhile, she asked the cashier about it, and the cashier said, "Yes, I remember, she came back and got it already". THAT WAS A COMPLETE LIE!! She was obviously trying to cover her own butt!! I'm sure the customer behind me got it because she started bagging theirs up before I even left! I told the customer service lady that I most certainly did not pick up that bag. She hesitantly gave me my items. I hate the fact that she probably thought I was some sort of thief, because I would never steal. It really put me in a bad mood!

Well, I'm still stuck at the same weight. It probably won't begin to move in the right direction until next week. I've had a lot of social functions I've had to go to lately. I went to a bridal shower tonight, didn't do too bad because I saved up all day so I could enjoy. My son is having a birthday party Saturday, so I know I'll be eating some things I shouldn't, but hey, birthdays only come around once a year! How's everyone else doing?

Thanks Renewed for getting this started!! I will start by posting what I had today, or yesterday rather! I'll for-warn you that I do not have accurate measurements. My sister had a bridal shower tonight and I saved up all day so I could enjoy the food, so I'll do the best I can in describing what I had. B'fast- Low carb slim fast lunch- Low carb slim fast dinner- 2 pig in the blankets, 3 bite-size cheese cubes, a small spoonful of chicken salad, a small spoonful of pimento cheese, 5 ritz crackers, and a mini muffin.

That is unbelievable!!! You handled that way better than I could. It takes a lot to get me really angry, but when I do, watch out! I am just shocked that someone would do that!

Hey Mia, I been really busy too! I'm trying to get everything in order for my son's birthday party on Saturday and I have been running around like crazy. I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers tonight. Good luck tomorrow and please let us know how you are doing as soon as you feel up to it.

Hey everyone! I've been really busy trying to get everything in order for my son's birthday party Saturday. Renewed, yes, I definitely think you should start a new thread because I am done with atkins too, at least for now. I have no idea as to what the thread should be called though. I would still like to talk with you guys every day and maybe talk about our food choices for the day. Maybe we could still log our food and share ideas and recipes? I think it's a great idea! Bloo, renewed is right, you have done such a good job on atkins! You should be very proud of yourself!

Mia- I am so glad you are starting to feel better about the procedure. You have done such a great job and congratulations on exercising! I haven't been exercising as much as I should, but I am going to start doing better. I'm so glad you don't have to wear that zappy wrist thing, LOL. Keep your head up and stay positive, you're going to do great!

Here's another whole wheat Pasta recipe that is soooo easy, my sister made this with ravioli, but I just use plain pasta. 1 box of whole wheat pasta (spiral) 1 container of store bought pesto or you could make your own Parmesan cheese Cook whole wheat pasta according to box instructions. Drain pasta and put it back in pot it was cooked in. Add pesto (add small amount and mix, keep adding until your liking). Add whatever amount of parmesan cheese you want, mix well and serve.

Bandster 1007- I've been diagnosed with PCOS for about 8 years now and no doctor has ever told me I needed a hysterectomy. I also have a child that is almost 2 years old and I believe he was a miracle. You are still young and have plenty of time to have another baby one day. I would definitely get a second opinion and I also recommend going to an Endo. I started seeing an Endo back in November and she has really helped me. She also found that I have other hormonal problems that are not related to PCOS, so it would definitely be a good idea to have more test run because you never know, there could be something else going on too. I've been on Actos plus metformin for a few weeks now and it has helped with my weight loss, but unfortunately I'm noticing that I am starting to stall again. She prescribed me Spiro something or another, but I've opted not to take it right now. I have heard too many people say that it never helped them and it also can make you more susceptible to pregnancy and I want to wait on having another baby until I'm finished with my weight loss. The metformin can make it easier to get pregnant to, so both of them together may help you have a baby if you that's what you want. I'm not on birth control because I'm having regular cycles and she didn't want to mess with that! Anyway, good luck to you and I hope you get a second opinion, my Endo has really helped me.

Congrats Chocolate Snaps!!! Keep it up and you'll meet your goal in no time. Great job!!

Hey everyone! This month's support group meeting has been cancelled. Due to unexpected circumstances, many were not able to attend. We will definitely reschedule it and I will post the new time and date at a later time. Thanks for all your cooperation.

Hey everyone! This month's support group meeting has been cancelled. Due to unexpected circumstances, many were not able to attend. We will definitely reschedule it and I will post the new time and date at a later time. Thanks for all your cooperation.

Nip, I'm glad you are feeling a little better. I think we should postpone as well. I'll post a cancellation notice and also PM a few people that may not have read about the cancellation. Hope you feel better soon!