georgia girl

Ronwifey, you look great!! I see you work for the USPS. My DH does too here in Georgia. Congrats on your weight loss!

B'fast~ Water Lunch~ 1/2 pepper jack & bacon stuffed chicken breast Snack~ Low carb slim fast Dinner~ 1/4 pepper jack & bacon stuffed chicken breast, 1/2 c. green Beans I may possibly have a late night snack...we'll see. *edited to add my late night snack: 2 oz cheese

Welcome Chanteltcc! Today has been really good for me. I'm proud to say I stuck to it, looking forward to tomorrow! I wasn't able to eat a whole lot of meat because of my recent fill but I did stay pretty satisfied today. How did everyone else do?

Manatee, I actually agree with you. I think people who say "looks don't matter, it's what's on the inside that counts" are LYING. Sure, the inside does count, but that's not the only factor. Granted, there may be some that actually feel that way, but for the most part, we are visual people and I don't think it will change. The "BBW" thing doesn't really bother me. Things that used to really bother me about obesity, don't as much now. I'm not sure if it has to do with the "weight loss process" I'm going through or what, but I don't feel the same way as I used to about these issues. I've had people tell me "You have such a pretty face" all my life and it did used to bother me a little. But when I really think about it, it should be taken as a compliment. I was 330 lbs, in all honesty, my body wasn't pretty and I knew it. I would rather someone say I have a pretty face than not say anything at all. It's just not realistic to think people shouldn't see obesity or "looks" as an issue. I can understand how a person could be attracted to someones' personality and not be physically attracted to the person. Just as a person could be physically attracted to someone and hate their personality. Makes sense to me?

That's great! If I lived in Albany, I would meet you and we could work out. I do workout with my SIL and my MIL sometimes. If you can get your DH to do with you that would be great. It's much better to have a Workout partner. headap, I feel the same way. I don't feel confident enough to try it right now. I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to keep up. Some of those classes are hard for people who are in shape, can't imagine how someone like me would get through it, lol.

Renewed, I wish I could help you but I have no clue as to what you should do. My coaching session is this Friday. If you are still having problems then, I could ask and see what they say. Okay, I haven't been doing so well lately. I haven't even been wearing my bodybugg. I put in on today and I am determined to get back on track. How is everyone else doing?

OMGosh! I just threw away the SBD meals I had in the freezer! Sooooo gross!! Let us know what happens.

Hey girl! I am a member at the Y. We don't have the family package right now, it's just me. My son goes to child watch ($10 a month) there while I work out. I love it there! I paid the whole year in full...I think was around $425.00 just for me. A while back my whole family were members (me, DH, and DS) and I think we paid $48.00 a month. I was the only one using it, so we decided not to do the family package this time. There are sooo many things to do there. I usually just stick to the gym, but they have lots of things for kids to do. When my son gets older, I'm sure we will get a family package again so he can be envolved with sports there.

I've never heard of the artist or the song. I have to say I really didn't care for the song. That's really not the style of music I typically listen to. The message it sent was kinda neat though. Big girls can be beautiful!

...because I am sick and tired of this plateau! I want the scales to start moving again!

Welcome jennypoo, glad you are joining us! The more the merrier! Let's have a great day everyone!!

BBK, you took your pictures off of your signature. I really enjoyed seeing your pictures. You need to put them back up!

and tangy.....

I am hoping get my legs done too. After shaving, you can see my hair follicles too and my hair is soooo dark. I'm undecided about my arms. The hair on my arms isn't near as dark or thick as the rest of my hair. My neice, who is almost 17, told me that a lot of girls in high school shave their arms. I am afraid to even attempt that one because I fear it will come back thicker and darker. If I have good results with my face and legs, I might have my arms done. I'm glad you are pleased with your results. I can't wait until it's my turn!

I definitely make a better effort now. When I was 330lbs, there really wasn't very much that looked decent on me so my thinking was, why bother? I now find my self wearing more form fitting clothes and looking much more put together. I also find myself wearing more earrings and necklaces now. I feel much better about myself now and it feels great!

Okay, tomorrow is the big day. I don't have a lot of meat in the house but hopefully I have enough to last me until grocery day, which is Friday. I just got a fill too, so I'm not sure I can eat much meat right now but I am going to do the best I can. I really need to get back on track so I hope doing this will help jump start my weight loss again. Can't wait to get started!

Now I'm scared! No, just kidding. I don't care how bad it hurts as long as it gets all this hair off of my face. The laser treatment is going to be my reward for making it to goal. Sorry it was so painful though. Do they think 5 treatments are going to be enough? I've always heard that women with PCOS may need a few extras.

Congrats Pix! Feels good doesn't it. Keep up the good work!

Apples2, I'm glad your son is doing better. I hope he continues doing well and I'm glad he is able to deal with this. God bless your son and your family!

Diane, just wondering if you have any updates? I thought about you the other day and was wondering if you had any new updates.

I feel the same way. It used to really bother me but now I just tell them it is 2 totally different surgeries and explain the differences. Some people will always have a closed mind about ANY weight loss surgery no matter how you explain it. I have learned not to let it bother me so much.

BBK...WOW, girl you look absolutely AMAZING!! You are so tiny! What an accomplishment!

Hi BeamerGuy! Glad you are still doing okay. If the pain in your left shoulder gets too bad, try putting a heating pad on it. I've read that it really helps. People progress at different levels. I read all the time about people who are a couple of day out of surgery and are starving. I wasn't hungry for at least 4 weeks, maybe longer. I had a lot of internal swelling that took a while to go down. I think that's why I wasn't hungry for so long. So yes, it's totally normal. Just make sure you progress slowly and listen to your body. Good luck to you and I hope you have a speedy recovery!

Apples2 I can't even imagine what your son is going through, and so many others out there. Your son and your family is my thoughts and prayers. God Bless ALL who have served our country!!

Thanks for the info, I'll have to check it out!