christasha

Hi everyone . . . I just posted my 2 month comparison pics in my Dec 07 group . . . but thought we might post pic here in this thread too. Join in! I'm down 42 lbs (including 14 preop) . . . and I'm 2 months out today.

thank you everyone! This IS getting exciting . . .my DIL gave me some capri's she had after her last baby . . . and I ZIPPED THEM UP last night . . . they are a size 20 . . . OMG I can't even REMEMBER when I wore that size! :scared2: Baby steps . . . but how good they feel!

Great job Destiny! Big difference! :scared2: Hope you're getting jump started today Steph! I'm sick as a dog (caught the cold my grandkids have AGAIN) . . . but have to go into work . . . it's busy season . . .and we have one on vacation (figure that out!) Oh well .. .I'll drug myself up and go sit in my corner and get through the day! Have a great day everyone! Chris

How did the fill go Steph? Is it helping? :smile2:

OMG . . . I am NOT a fan of the Fairplay guy . . . don't know who else is going to be on this year . . . Starts JAnuary 31

I go in spirts with feeling the cold . . . and the doctor said most WL patients have the same complaint. There are times I have on my heavy pj's, socks, heavy robe, one or two afghans and GLOVES when I'm sitting watching TV at night . . . it seems to happen mostly when I'm losing. When I'm at a plateau, it isn't so bad.

I have a LOT to lose . . . but I'm not thinking about it as being overwhelming . . . I've just readjusted my life . . . and as with any journey, it starts with one foot in front of the other . . . and keep moving :thumbdown: I still have so far to go . . . but my daughter (bless her heart) said the other day . . . "mom - in a few more pounds you'll be 1/3 of the way to goal" . . . it's something I never even thought about . . . and it perked me right up :thumbup: Even on the days when I go up a couple pounds on the scale, I know it's going to come off again shortly, and as long as I stay on course and do what I'm supposed to, it can't help but keep inching down the scale. Enjoy your journey . . . there is a better YOU at the end of it . . . and even along the way for that matter! Chris

Hi Buddy .. . I'm here . . . I'm so busy at work, I seldom get on during the days . . . and I'm exhausted at night with the pandamonium from my two grandkids around here that I either grab my stuff and go to the pool to exercise (didn't do it at all this week) . . . or I go hide in my bedroom and shut the world out by closing the door . . .which my cats don't like at all . . . I've been up since 4 am with the screaming grandson again . . . I need a NAP! The scale still does it's thing . . . but I realize that when I get a "sneak peek" at a number, it usually shows up and stays within the next two days. I don't really have room for plywood in there either . . . it is a TINY little space . . . but I'm still slowly going down . . . I have a hunch I won't get a fill on Thursday because he like to keep things at 1-2 lbs a week . . .and I'm definitely doing that . . . sooooo . . . I'll see what he says. Just had my fitness class at the beach today . . . it's a once a month requirement the doctor's office pays for . . . well we paid $300 up front before the surgery for all the post op stuff . . . but it's a good group of people . . . all patients of the same surgeon . . . and most of them are at the support groups too . . . so we are networking and watching each other on our journeys . . . we are both bypass and lapband . . . and man did one lady have an attitude today . . . she wasn't going to move one hand or one foot any more than 2 inches . . . so why come? ughhhh. Have a good one everyone! Chris

Ty . . . great info!~

Actually, there are quite a few people that MIGHT call me a Witch . . . or worse lol :thumbup: Thanks everyone! This IS fun!

Well I'm glad he's gone . . . wasn't sure if he really wanted to go or if it was another one of his tricks . . . but I don't like that person . . . ewwwww . . . I like Y-man, James and Ozzie too . . . no special girls there at all as far as I'm concerned . . . and don't especially like the "hat man" either . . . (old age .. . can't think of names unless they are in front of me) . . .

Good luck . . . how this helps! I stalled for 3 weeks before my fill . . . so I know how frustrating that is! Hang in there . . . Chris

How cool is that Steph! Yea!!!!! you're doing GREAT Hugs Chris

Oh there is change there Steph! You're looking good! Hang in there . . . even if we slow down - we are still edging DOWN I'm stalled for a week now . . . good luck with Monday's fill!

OMG I am going with my friend on an Alaskan cruise in May - and I'm thinking "WT#$%#$% am I going to wear!" . . . there are 2 formal nights . . . and I don't DARE shop before the beginning of May or whatever I get won't fit . . . who know what size I might be by then! (much smaller I HOPE). just had to share . . . this should be interesting!

sounds like a great plan!

Lookin' good Trixie!

I'm going to do a monthly picture story for myself . . . so I'm posting my before pics today. Join in! (if this works)

OK . . .today is 2 months for me . . . and here is my progress. Please join in!

I'm thinking THRIFT stores we shall see

LOL . . .I had NOT noticed that! now I have to pay attention to it Thanks However . . . one lady here at work mentioned that my boobs are sagging more LOL . . . guess I need an underwire :tongue:

awww Steph . . . this is not good! We miss your smiley face around here! I hope things settle down for you and your stress disappears! Hugs! Chris

Thank you . .. yes, people are starting to comment there and there . . . I think some just don't know if they should say something or not. Most the people I work with could be my kids .. . so they aren't comfy saying something I think lol. I don't see it so much until I look at the pictures - they don't lie :eek:

Wendy's Chili 1 pound ground chuck 1 15−ounce can of diced tomatoes (liquid included) 1 15−ounce can of red kidney Beans (liquid drained) 1 15−ounce can of pinto beans (liquid drained) 1 8−ounce can Hunt's tomato sauce 1/2 medium white onion, diced 1 4−ounce can diced green chilies (with liquid) 2 Tablespoons chopped celery 2 Tablespoons chili powder 1/2 Tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1 cup Water Brown the ground chuck over medium heat, breaking into small pieces with the spatula. Add a dash of salt and pepper while cooking. Empty the cooked meat into a spaghetti strainer, and rinse well under very hot water. This removes the bulk of the fat. Transfer the beef into a dutch oven, and add the remaining ingredients. Stir together to combine thoroughly. Over medium heat, bring to a simmer. Reduce the burner to low, and continue simmering 50−60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Sghatl - What a fantastic story - I had no idea you did all of that on your own BEFORE the band. I'd say PHENOMINAL but don't know how to spell it! You did so much on your own . . . Be VERY PROUD and keep up the GREAT work! Chris