NaturalBeauty

Today: B=Turkey/Ham/Swiss Cheese Rollup L=Protein Drink D=Veggies & Protein

Hi Kim, I did travel to Mexico but I didn't travel alone. That was my biggest fear about going to a different country. I'm sure it's OK but if you can get someone to go with you I would strongly advise it. The doctor I used did not have the best english speaking staff so without someone being with me I would have really felt lost. Don't get me wrong, my experience was great and I have been thrilled with my band and my results but I am glad I had a companion (my mom) with me. Good luck and I wish you well.

Yes T, I've got to have my PP every once in a while, not often but if I want chocolate thats my way of getting it without to many calories. I just love those things. Meal Plan & Exercise for Today: B=Hot Tea & 1/2 piece of scrapple (baked) L=Chicken ceaser on a whole wheat wrap w/low fat honey mustard dressing D=Protein Shake Working out with the PT this evening and I am not looking forward to it. I'm still hurting from Wednesday's session. Oh well, no pain no gain, at least that's what they say.

Hey T, I actually have 5 more to go and it's really slow but I am OK with that. I will be rerewarding myself by going clothes shopping, including bras, panties, night gowns, coat, suites, dresses, pants and blouses. I need the whole nine yards!! Everything is way to big and I can no longer get away it. Shopping trip planned for the outlets next weekend, I can't wait!!

8/10/06 B=1/2 of a Pancake S=Peppermint patty L=1/3 of a boiled chicken burritto D=2 baked chicken legs no floor ....and I exercised like there was no tomorrow. Burned over 400 calories working this body!

This week I remained the same and that's OK. C=185 (-96 total; -0 this week) Have a great day!

8/9 B=1 Slice of Turkey, Ham & Cheese rolled up L=1/2 cup wild rice & Baked Chicken wing D=Possible Protein Drink

8/7 B=cup of tea and 3 spoons of chili L=3 slices of smoked sauage (very small slices) 2 pieces of grilled zuchinni D=1/3 of crabcake, 1 piece of zuchinni water intake=45ozs. 8/8 B=3 spoons of chilli L=1 slice of turkey & ham w/cheese on a low carb wrap D=Baked chicken no floor or gravy & Broccolli water intake: 50ozs.

Great job Tanya!!! Sounds like you're doing something right even with the scale going up and down. Just keep up the good work cause as you see, it will work out.

Good morning everyone, I hope all had a great weekend. I had a wonderful weekend, just way to many activities. Anyway, I'm down 2 pounds since last week so I am thrilled.:clap2: :clap2: Now if I can maintain that and not keep going up & down, I will be happy.

Be careful out in that heat, it's been something else out there. I was in NC over the weekend and it was burning up out there just not as humid. Keep up the good work ladies, you'll be at goal in no time. These last few pounds are murder on me. I so wanted to be a size 12 but that's not going to happen unless I lose a at least 15 more pounds. I don't think the MUG can handle it, can't be skinny and not cute (smile)!

Hey Gunn4ya--How are you doing, a long time since we spoke. I lurk but don't write that much. You seam to be doing very well with your eating, keep up the good work. Hi Teresita--I see you all over the boards. It's good to stay active, it keeps you motivated. I'm still here just a little quite.

Booda, I just sent you a PM in response to your email. Floro is only necessary if there are problems and they are unable to find your port. I am very happy to say that I have never had to have that done under Floro. My fills have always been pleasant and uneventful, just the way I want it. Let's talk later.

Hi Booda, I go to Dr. Greene's office and I love it but I have never been to a support meeting. I do know of a few who have and they really enjoyed it. Dr. Greene's office is real people friendly and Dr. Greene is great! He is down to earth and really cares about his patients. I was not banded by Dr. Greene but he has still taken a lot of time with me and neither has he judged my decision to be banded in Mexico. Also, his assistant, Peter, who does most of my fills is wonderful as well. Dr. Greene is only in the office on Thursday which is not good for me so I always see Peter. I have recommended 4 people to his office and 3 have gone and been very pleased with the service they received.

Good morning all, My stats are: C=187 (-93 total, -3 this week) BMI=26.8 5"10 & loving it!!!

Hey P'nut, it's good to see that you are still around. I have kinda dropped off the GFG club since you left. It's just not been the same, you are missed!! I hope all is well with you and thanks for the advise it's always good seeing a post from you. I would say take a day or 2 only if you can and enjoy small portions of those things that you have missed. I had 1cc taken out about a month ago and during that 4 day period, I was on liquids for 2 days and then back to eating normal after that and I enjoyed something that I hadn't been able to eat in over a year, BREAD! It was sooooooooo good but I was glad to get half that fill back cause I know I couldn't take it for to long. Anyway, it's always good to see you are still around. Take care!!!

Lyn, I believe it's all about your personality, for me, it's no one's business no matter what's going on with me. I told my immediate family and 2 very close friends that I new would not say anything to anyone. Some people are more outgoing and they like discussing things that are going on with them, I am the total opposite and I find nothing wrong with either way. It's all about what you are willing to deal with. I don't want a lot of questions from a punch of people who are not in my world but that's how I feel. Anyway, you do what's best for you, just my 2 cents.

Tanya, you've been working that exercise thing! Good for you, just be careful being outside this week, it's going to be a hot one around here.

Mr. Yo, Believe me that will change once the swelling goes down. In a couple of weeks you will difinately want a fill just like most of us. Enjoy this time now when you don't have a desire to have any food.

Hi Cassandra, Don't be nervous, we are all friends and family on this board. Keep coming here and ask as many questions as you can, it's really good to be well informed before having any type of WL surgery. For me, I did not do a lot of research about the band but becuase of these support website, I have become very informed and have been able to succeed in my efforts. Please note the band is not a quick fix and it will take a lot of work on your part so please do research and make sure you are up for the challenge. As good as the band has been for me, it has also been struggle but I am a happy bandster. Good luck in your efforts.

Congratulations Terry on your choice to be banded. I wish you much success and a uneventful surgery on Monday. I can't say that I know how you feel. My DH was very supportive but my mom didn't think I needed it because I am tall and as she would say it "I carry a lot of weight in my height". Well it wasn't just in my height it was bothering my feet and legs and I was just tired of failed diet after diet. Now that I have lost 93lbs and look like I weight about 160lbs I am happy and even my mom has said how wonderfully I have done. I have about 10 more to go and everyone wants me to stop now but I am doing this for myself and I must continue on until I reach my goal. Hang onto what you want, they will come around eventually. Keep coming to the boards for support. The people here has really helped me.

Terry, You seam to be right on target with your weight loss. As a matter of fact, maybe slightly higher than most bandsters who have not reached proper restriction. In the beginning I was losing 5/8lbs a month and I was fustrated because I didn't have proper restriction but I was still following all the rules. Please be patient and try to stay within the calorie limit your doctor has set for you. This is truly a tool and in order for it to work for us we must do our part. I know from experience it's not always easy but we've been through a lot not to help our tool succeed. I am almost at my goal and I haven't lost a pound in over 3 weeks, do I need a fill? Yes, I could stand one but I just love the way I feel right now so if I continue to maintain and be able to eat health and every once in a while have something off plan and still maintain, then I am happy. The good part is that you are not gaining. Also, do you workout? If not, that will really help. Are you getting in enough calories? I have had my most successful weight loss weeks when I ate above 1000 calories a day. It's fustrating sometimes but you can do it, hang in there cause you have done an excellent job.

It could difinately be a lack of potassium. When I started exercising I would get leg & feet cramps everynight and I started taking a prescribed potassium pill every night and it helped greatly. Check with your doctor, they can run a blood test to confirm that it truly is low potassium.

Judy, I agree with NJChick, you need to go on Clear Liquids for a few days so the swelling can go down and your throat can heal. Restriction is a learned process and I am over a year out and still have a hard time after each fill now that I have good restriction. Sometimes, it takes me being on clear liquids for a week and mushie for a week but I have learned what works for me. Please be careful, I know more than anyone how bad you want restriction but it's not worth any damage you can do to your band. If this restriction is to much than try .1 or .2. Now that I have a good amount in my band when I get fills it's only .1 or .2 and I still have to have patient with that small amount. Good luck and give your throat and tummy a break whenever you BPing. Best wishes and good luck!!

I am 5"10 and my goal weight is 180 pounds, hopefully a size 12. Most of my friends and family tell me my face won't be able to take anything under 180 but I think I'm doing OK. I will listen and take there advice since I've come from 283lbs. I'm starting to think maintenance is going to hard.