georgia girl

Thank ya'll for thinking about me. Yesterday my restriction wasn't as good and it seems to be about the same today. So, I dunno? I guess I'll find out on the 29th. I'm just praying it will all work out if it is a leak. Thanks for checking up on me. I really appreciate it. I think part of the problem was Protein. With me not eating meat, I wasn't getting in enough protein. So, I've decided to add seafood to my diet. I've had some tuna and some tilapia and it's going good. I can handle seafood fine but I still won't be eating any other meats. I'm am loving all the fresh vegetables and fruits though. Last night I made a quick version of Ratatouille. Who knew I'd ever enjoy that, lol! Thanks again and I will keep ya'll updated! Have a great day!

My son! He deserves a mom who can play on the floor, run around outside, etc. I want to do all the things with him that I got to do as a kid, like roller coasters, horseback riding, etc. I've already missed out on so much....

B'fast~ low carb protein shake Snack~ mini individual bag of Doritos:blushing: Lunch~ 1 c Kashi protein cereal, a little 1% milk Dinner~ 1 c mixed vegetable marinara Snack~ probably a SF popsicle

It's definitely your choice whether or not you get a fill. Just politely tell your doctor you don't need one. Surely it won't be problem. I can't do scrambled eggs either. Even when I didn't have restriction and could eat things like pizza and sandwiches, I couldn't do scrambled eggs. I didn't PB, but it's the only time I thought I might. I think it's just one of those things I won't be able to eat.

B'fast~ low carb slim fast Snack~ V8 vegetable juice Lunch~ 3/4 of a tuna cake Dinner~ 1 ear fresh corn on the cob, maybe some watermelon or cantaloupe???? Snack~ low carb slim fast

I'm sure it's just that the nasty virus you had got your body out of whack or something. I'll bet it falls off really soon. Glad you are feeling better.

....because I finally have some restriction and I'm gonna take advantage of it while it lasts!

B'fast~ low carb slim fast Snack~ sugar free pudding cup Lunch~ about 10 corn chips and 1/4 c. refried beans (mexican restaurant) Snack~ 1 oz mixed nuts Dinner~ leftover refried beans and a mini indivdual bag of Doritos

Mandi~ I'm not sure if I've ever been as tight as you are, but I do think I have the "first bite syndrome". I've read a little about here and I have to be careful with my first couple of bites (when I have good restriction). I have to take really small bites and chew really really well. Sometimes I have to wait a couple of minutes after my first 2 or 3 few bites before I can eat again. While stuffing ourselves isn't healthy, I don't think just eating 2 bites of food is healthy either. I asked if I was supposed to stop at 2 bites and my fill nurse said no. Some people have a hard time with the first few bites and just need to take it really slow. I don't know if you have the "first bite syndrome" or if you are just too tight. Have you talked with your doctor about this?

Sounds really good. I think I'm going to try this. Seafood is the only meat I'm eating these days, so I think I may boil or grill some shrimp and add it at the end instead of the sausage or just omit the meat altogether. I think it would be good either way. I was watching the movie Ratatouille last night and I told my hubby I wanted to make this. Can't wait to try it, probably next week after I buy groceries again. I searched the net looking for a good recipe and yours looks better than any I found. Thanks for sharing.

This sounds really good! Thanks for sharing.

I found the Naked Protein zone chocolate banana at wal-mart. I have to say, I wasn't a big fan of it. I didn't care for the taste and it had too many calories and not enough protein for me. It also cost almost $4.00 for one bottle. I really like the Low Carb slim fast shakes. They have 20 grams of protein per can. A fellow bandster (losingjusme maybe?) recommended putting them in the freezer for about 30 minutes and I love it that way. It kinda taste like a frappuccino without all the work.

luvmyband and chocolate snaps~ you both look amazing! I can tell a huge difference in both of you. Keep up the good work girls!

Congratulations Heather! What an accomplishment!

LOL! Thanks Jacquie. I just noticed how much weight you have lost! That's truly amazing! It's an inspiration to all of us to see someone who has succeeded so well.

Hey everyone! It's been pretty slow here this weekend. I know lots of people are out of town and I hope everyone has a safe return. I just wanted to post that I have some pretty darn good restriction today! I'm hoping it stays and we are wrong about the leak. Maybe it was just a miscalculation between my fill from Elizabeth and Leslie? I dunno, but I'm just really excited to feel some restriction for a change!

That's great! I can't wait until I'm under 200 lbs. Maybe I will get to ride some roller coasters for a change! Congrats on the friendship too. I have a really good friend here on LBT too (I think she's my long lost sister, lol). I hope we have the opportunity to meet some day. Congrats on your success! You and babygrl have done phenomenal!

Mandi78~ Has your eating behavior improved any in your 2 years of therapy? Maybe it's time to see a different therapist? I too am an emotional eater so I understand where you are coming from but I'm afraid if you keep eating things you know will make you vomit, you're going to hurt yourself and mess up your band. Everyone has given great advice. The online support will probably be a big help too. I think you should consider getting an unfill until you get a better handle on this. It may not sound like a good idea right now, but you could end up doing some major damage if you keep doing what you're doing. Good luck and I hope you find the help you are looking for. Take care and keep us posted.

I ususally either order a cup of soup or order a regular entree and take home the leftovers. I'll ocasionally order off of the kids menu but most of the time the kids menu is filled with crappy deep fried foods. I have found that my stomach doesn't handle fried foods very good anymore so I try to steer clear of it. If I am somewhere that has a good side item menu, I'll just order something from that (like a sweet potato, corn on the cob, steamed veggies, etc.). That way I'm not wasting money.

me too! And just posting to post since my initial post wasn't long enough :tt2:

....because I'm ready to get past this plateau!

Great NSV's Harkingluv! jjsmiles~ Of course that is a true NSV! That's amazing! What an accomplishment. Oh, I have one more I forgot to mention. I can FINALLY wear my wedding rings again! I haven't been able to wear them since I was pregnant with my son almost three years ago! DH said he's glad I can wear them because he wants people to know I'm taken, lol! He's so funny....

Today B'fast~ LC slim fast Lunch~ French onion flavored tuna salad w/ 1 serving All Bran Garlic & Herb Crackers Snack~ 1/4 of a banana, 1 oz. mixed nuts (almond, cashew, & macadamia) Dinner~ 1 ear fresh corn on the cob, yoplait light peaches and cream yogurt Snack~ either LC slim fast or diet hot chocolate

Hey Brina! I was wondering where you have been. I miss your funny posts :tt2:. Your pics looks great! I can really tell a difference! Keep up the good work!

Okay, I'm in too! Didn't do so well on the last one and I'm up a few pounds but I am going to try to stay on plan, even without restriction. Leslie starting weight: 224 current weight: 224 challenge goal weight: 204 pounds to go: 20 Nip starting weight: 185 current weight: 185 challenge goal weight: 173 pounds to go: 12 Sheryl Starting weight: 225.5 Current weight: 225.5 Challenge goal weight: 205 pounds to go: 20.5 Jeannie Starting weight: 201 Current weight:201 Challenge goal weight:180 Pounds to go: 21 Pamela Starting weight: 247 Current weight: 247 Challenge goal weight: 235 Pounds to go: 12