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Oh I'm so not riding outside...LOL It's cold in Dallas too - 30/40ish - I belong to 24hr fitness...Rode the bike there while watching the ticket tape parade on the flat screens. I actually like snow , but in a small doses - going skiing next month, and can't wait. I try my snow suit on daily to see if I can sqeeze my A%% in it - No go still , but have 6wks to go....:biggrin:

i had such a lack of energy at the stage your at...i just walked, and each day added a few more minutes, with the more calories i added. i'm just about 4months out - i get around 700/800 cal per day, pretty restricted right now....sorta had to remind myself "it's" meal time. good luck ~

today was not easy to get out to the gym, it's cold and my knee hurts - all i wanted was to throw the blanket back over my head and call that a day:)

My confussion comes from morality police who criticize Hillary for staying w/her husband cause he got a BJ vs. leaving the SOB. And it is for that I get somewhat annoyed, specifically with the "religious right" that on one hand wants to use that "lapse in judgement" by her husband against her, rather than appreciate the fact she got through a rough time in her marriage..With "Forgiveness" which is preached upside down by the Evangelicals of this country. She is so polarized that it does not matter if she left him or stayed with him - people are going to find ways to knock her, period. I bet she'd be as tough as any other candidate - if not more, she has the Most to prove. And Grace this is not so much directed at you per se' but in general (and also MO). I'm personally still on the fence between her and Obama, and probably will be till my March 4th primary....,

Oye, it must be in the water. I've not run this wk, my left knee hurts - like someone kicked the back of it, and that very may well have happened by a disgruntal Cowboy fan or 2 that were at our home on Superbowl day. *I was a pretty obnoxious Giant fan* I'm riding the bike - did that the last 2 days with not too much trouble, giving it another day or 2..might try some heat/ice see how that goes. Happy Wed otherwise:) Lu~

today: 20mins bike 15mins treadmill

today: b - black coffee / 1 scrambled egg & 1/2 slice colby cheese l - 3 oz turkey sausage s - EAS Carb Control Strawberry/cream Protein Shake d - 1/3c chicken salad

Oh you so don't have to do that, I've replace my Pasta fix by making Spaghetti Squash or Soba / Tofu Noodles. I swear, as a serious pasta eater...these are great alternatives.

I'm a Broadway nut (not like Rosie though).....Les Miserables by far my favorite..Enjoy yourself!!!

Very well stated Laura_MD.

green, you are too funny!! mine doesn't hand out morphine...but wine they serve, and wine i drink:cool2:

Jachut, How long did it take "exercising" for your body, as you put it, change in how it works? I've read in past threads you run, and I'm working on that part...Just was oftly curious how long after being banded did you physically morph to someone who for the first time don't have to think about what you eat while maintaing? I'm short too - 5', My surgeon thought I'd do well to get to 135lb .. but If I wanted to get to 125lb (my goal weight), I might need plastic surgery to do so. I've not been over weight my entire life..Just the last 7 yrs added 75lbs to my average frame. I'm guessing I can get to 125lb with no problem - which would put my BMI to 24. I think that's totally reasonable too loose 100% of your excess weight....right now I"m just anxious to get there.

Responses in Blue There ya go...

I went to Mexico last month, and had GREAT time. I was never told you can't drink Alcohol with the band, My surgeon said use moderation - keep in mind the liquid calories. Superbowl Sunday was my first "bad band" margarita drinker day....No sickness to the stomach, just the head. I know I can't hold my liquor like in the past - just be mindful that it may not take many too get tipsy. HAVE FUN!!

For Real? WOW - that says a lot! Great Game, Great Ending, and like my Boston Friends would say...Wicked!!

I got more if ya need them:tongue: My husband calls me MOE, "Master Of Excuses". I can come up with one at the drop of a hat...LOL

Not a farm, more like a Ranch. Unlike most of TX, our property is all terrain..lots of hills / creeks / ponds..not much of flat land condusive for farming. I'm sure we could get one in place, however that would mean cutting a lot of Mesquite / Pecan / Cedar Trees, that I don't have the heart in doing. Growing up in NY, I always wanted a big piece of land w/a bunch of animals. I pinch myself daily and try to not take advantage of it.

Stranger, your post made me giggle - but then it hurt!..My superbowl party kept me in bed yesterday. First time since being banded, I was "overserved" - no not on food. After a LOT of coffee this AM, I'll hit the gym - going to take a class rather than run (doubt I can do that still 2 days later).

yesterday b - 1/4 burger (no bun) s - jello cup d - 1c creme potato soup / 2 crackers today b - black coffee / 1/3c egg salad l - 1/2 turkey pastrami / colby cheese wrap d - 1/3c pork stir fry s - handful walnuts

Today - Core Central Class 20mins on Bike *time permitted*

Happy anniversary!!!!

You should have no problems. I occassionally can't do some rolls because of the rice, but everything else goes down fine & is a great source of protein!

Mindy - any special plans this evening?? All waxed up & purty???LOL

jst4kel - You need to worry about healing first. Not sure your post op schedule moving from liquids to food - but I was told not to worry about weight loss till my first fill. I think your doing fine, get your head in the game as far as dieting goes / work towards an exercise plan / and check in here frequently for some awesome inspiration / tips!!! All the best to U!!! Lulu

Angelica, you just described why I have no problem spending $75 every 2 months. I've tried a "many" at home kits - never found one that took 15mins, with as little pain as having it done professionally...Props to ANY one that can do this on their own!!