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Bagged salads are a lifesaver sometimes!

It is sooooo good and surprisingly I don’t want any more of it (so I have to trash it soon) 😂

Congratulations!

Cinnamon swirl and raisin spice bread! Apparently I make bread so infrequently now that I didn’t know that my bread machine was on the fritz. I had to use the oven. Not doing this again for a while.

@Arabesque, @Kris77 & @Dave In Houston those price would lead back to veganism!

I ❤️ Scones! I think my favorites have always been lemon poppy or orange cranberry. I haven’t had one in a couple of years because the bakery I went to stripped down their menu thanks to the pandemic. So I began to make them but along the way everyone in my family was over eating baked goods. I still can’t believe we were all making sourdough starters and decadent confections. Now I get absolutely angry if a meal requires that I turn on the oven. 😂

Other people, although well intentioned, will never have to live in your body or mind. If your medical doctor came around to the idea of surgery for your improved health, that should carry some weight. Also if insurance approved the procedure, that means at least one other medical professional believes it is now medically appropriate/necessary for you to have Bariatric surgery. As always you get to chose, free from shame or ridicule, what to do with your body.

This was my meal from lunch with @Sophie7713. Chicken souvlaki complete with salad, fries, pita, hummus and tzatziki sauce. This is probably the biggest plate of food I’ve seen place before me in years. Obviously I didn’t pay attention to the the fact that it was an entree not a small plate/appetizer. This became 4 separate meals (I ate leftovers 🥹) with some that was tossed in the end. Still it was very good. And a yesterday this was my version of a pita plate with carrots, beets, cucumber and hummus. It was shared with one of my teens.

I agree with trying cooked carrots, I never had an issue with them when I started vegetables.

You both look fantastic! Your daughter looks phenomenal. I love the color of her wedding dress. Congratulations!

I’m always in!

Hi Don’t worry, It’s common early on to feel like you’re constantly eating and drinking to reach your daily goals or satisfy hunger. Sometimes soft foods and liquids just go right through us. Also because they move through the stomach easier you may never feel restriction or satisfied. Foods that go down easy and leave you hungry are “sliders”. Solids are different. The firmer proteins feel heavier in your stomach and may even prompt from your restriction/fullness quicker. Remember try to go slow when introducing new foods and pay attention to what you can and can’t tolerate. Congratulations so far ❤️

That’s is a long time! Glad it’s over. Oh and I’ll literally go anywhere decent. Actually the nicer the bathroom the more I want to use it 😂.

@Kris77 & @kristieshannon meeting our people IRL is a game changer! The real extraordinary, rare, authentic beauty ( body & soul) is none other than @Sophie7713 (and Bobby always steals the show 😍) I had a fantastic time and looking forward to more.

Best lunch date ever 😍

Oh no! It never really gets any easier but with time (and reflection) you may begin to grieve the loss less and celebrate the memories more. I’m still send sending my thoughts of peace your way ❤️

Yes it is very challenging at times and don’t let the ease displayed on the internet dissuade you. But you can do it! When I had to drink the shakes, I always had to dilute them. Protein shakes are a rarity for me these days (nearly 5yrs post op) and I’m not mad about that. However I will add unflavored protein powder into home baked goods or smoothies (also rare). I can easily meet my protein needs from food alone when I prioritize protein.

Thank you @ms.sss, @Kris77, @ChubRub and @Arabesque ❤️ the tan skirt is from a set I bought recently but the gifted shirt and cardigan goes so well. I have been trying to wear more colorful choices so hopefully I will add more to this thread soon.

Hi and congratulations in advance! The only things I can suggest for early post op is to avoid weighing yourself too often (can cause anxiety and disappointment) and never compare yourself to anyone else, ever.

Gifts from friends who know me and my style so very well so they challenge me to wear more than black 🤡. I know I’m biased but I believe we have the most supportive and genuine digital community and I’ve made the best friends here ❤️ (P.S. please ignore my catch-all baskets/open bags & boxes everywhere 😂)

The shoes are a perfect match!

You can do it! Cheering you on!

12 DAYS! 😳

Congratulations on your tomatoes, you must be so proud of them 😍 I have a dozen or so potatoes with eyes that I’m considering planting. Wish me luck. How are you doing by the way?

Congratulations in advance It was a smart move to turn down the home cooked meal for two reasons: sadly it’s not the safest practice for a first date to be at someone’s residence (if that applies to this scenario) and you can’t keep track of what is added to the food (if you can’t tolerate something). As for an explanation on your food choices on a first date you, can say you’re nervous , not hungry or my personal favorite - no explanation at all. If the relationship continues then you can decide what and when to disclose that info. Hope all goes well ❤️