amylynns

I don't do so well with salad. It makes me so incredibly sad cuz I woukd eat a salad with chicken or turkey or tuna in it everyday. I didn't get "sick" when I ate it but my abdomen bloated up and I literally looked 9 months pregnant. But I'll try again just to verify it was the salad. Lol. I can eat bread alright though! It just needs to be toasted. I can only eat 1 piece, sometimes just half a piece. Beni- I had my gallbladder out back in 2009. A year after I'd had the lapband. I did call and leave a message with the nurse. She called and left me a message saying it shouldn't be a concern. But of course I googled it and I don't know...seemed concerning. When my PA calls with lab results I'll mention it to her as well. Bummer you didn't get to go today Beni!!

So I just read your post that you said about your stool.....Mine is also really light beige!? I just figured it was the change in diet, but maybe not? I wonder if I should mention it to my PA.

But...I'm still in the Obese category.

I remembered what it was! My BMI went from 41 to 32! Yay!

So I had my 3 month check up yesterday. First thing the nurse says is, "Your pants are too big girl!" I know!! But I'm kind of between sizes and even though I did buy a new, smaller pair of black dress pants---I hate them! Totally wrong fit! So I've been wearing my "big" ones. Anyway---I have lost a total of 55 pounds. They do this percentage thing, but honestly, it's never made sense to me, LOL! She said something about how I've lost 56% of "something.." If it's percentage of body weight that they figuring, they're figuring it wrong I believe! I'll have to ask next time exactly what they're figuring, LOL. I still have not seen my actual surgeon since BEFORE my surgery! (when he suggested I think about doing the sleeve instead of the bypass) I thought I'd at least see him the morning of surgery, but nope, never saw him.. He talked to Brett after the surgery, but if he did talk to me, I certainly don't remember it! And now I see the PA when I go for my visits. But I did see him in the hallway yesterday. He looked at me, took a double look and said, "Hey! How are you doing?" Surprised he even recognized me! (not because I've lost, just because I've barely seen him!) So anyway--my PA said I'm doing great-BUT......feels I'm either somewhat dehydrated or anemic or something! I shouldn't be exhausted walking up the stairs at home. I should be able to be working out more, etc. So she ran labs and urine. I should hear from her today, I hope. She still wants me to increase my Water and Protein. I kind of got pissy and said, "Seriously, I cannot fit anymore food in my body during a day!" And when I can't drink half hour before a meal, and an hour after a meal, but eat 4 meals a day....well, geesh! That's hard to fit in more water yet! She said, "If you were the only one telling me this is hard to do, I'd say it's all your fault, LOL, but you're not. I know it's a struggle, but just be mindful of it every day." Yep, got it. I told her I was a bit annoyed that I still have a hiatal hernia. I thought it would have been repaired when he was in there. She said it was repaired, but sometimes still slips again. OIY. She had talked to the surgeon about it and he told her if I continue to have issues with it, then we'll talk about options. So far, using my oils (topically) has really calmed it down. (meaning, calmed the reflux down) I told her taking omeprozol and Pepcid was not helping one bit and that I'm using my oils. She was confused....thought I was drinking them. I told her no, I apply them topically to where my esophagus is and where the hernia is. I can now wake up and either have NO reflux or just a tiny bit. She said, "Well, if that's working, keep doing it!" I asked what they recommended my weight goal be. They had in my chart 165. So right around 160-165 is where I'll aim for, for now. That's only like 30 pounds away!!! Seems totally un-real!! Now I need to be tightening this body up! I cannot believe how much muscle I've lost. Let's see, what else did she say. I thought there was something else I was going to tell you all. Hmmm, I can't remember, LOL. Oh well, If I remember, I'll be back!

Great job Beni!!!!! So dang proud of you!!! You made me cry too!! I do a lot of shopping at Maurices. :-) So does my 21 year old daughter, so it's fun to shop together! I had my 3 month appointment yesterday, I'll be back to report what she told me in a bit.

Ok, so maybe I need to change it. A couple of websites said my ideal weight is anywhere between 140-160. Hmmm.....That's a big gap! Myabe when I get to 160 I'll re-evaluate.

@Beni--You told me once about laying on my right side when I felt that bad. It's helped me several times to do that! Although there's also been a couple times, typically when I've eaten way too fast, that nothing but time helps. (and my peppermint oil, LOL) I just changed my goal from 145 to 160---with the thought I can change it again, if need be. But honestly, I think I would feel very healthy and look amazing at 160. I don't want to put too low of a number and then get frustrated if I can't reach it. I haven't been below 160 since before my first child was born and that was 21 yrs ago! So...that leaves me with about 35 more pounds to go. That just seems crazy!! I'm going to go google some places to see what my ideal weight should be..... You are so right Beni--It feels SO much better to WANT to dress nicer. I never even wanted to shop before, it's like in my mind, I didn't deserve nice clothes because I looked so nasty. (in my eyes) I didn't want to try and dress myself up at all. Gotta run, be back in a bit..

I wanted to eat today and really pay attention so I could describe my full feeling. But I don't think I can put it into words. I get "the feeling,"right where I'm assuming my new pouch is. It feels sorda tight I guess I'd say. And I know if I eat even one more bite I'll be nauseated. And nothing is worth eating to be nauseous. To me at least....I have gotten along better at NOT getting to that point. I do find if I drink too soon after I've eaten I get nauseous too. But it is still very hard for me to wait more than 20-30 mins after I've eaten to drink. Definitely a continual learning experience!! I think I started a message last night and forgot to finish it and it's gone now. But I was so excited I got a new coat yesterday because the one I've been wearing, which was to small to button in October is now too big! I got North Face coat....And they don't make those in Plus sizes!!! It's even white....not black, which is my go go "slimming" color. I was worried it looked snug and my honey just said "you're just used to wearing things baggy. It looks good." I cAught my reflection a couple of times today and actually liked what I saw! Craziness!!!! :-)

My Aunt had the surgery and also sneezes when she's full!

It just dawned on me that I'm half ways to my goal too! That snuck up on me!

Friday B- egg white sandwich S- cottage cheese L- grilled chicken breast, 1/3 baked potato with 1Tbs sour cream. S- nuts D- mushroom and Swiss omelet ( couldn't eat it all) S- 1/2 cup Garretts popcorn. Still not enough protein.....

I only concentrate on the protein increase. The most calories I've had in a day is about 775. I physically cannot eat more than that.

How much protein are you getting? When I increase my protein, I lose. Also make sure you're getting in your water. I know how hard this is during this early time though, I'm still not getting in as much water and protein as I'm supposed to be getting every day. I haven't lost anything for a week now, but I've also had an INSANE week at work, and I know I'm low on water and protein.

I'm going to a chiropractor and doing pilates and a stretching class. It's helping some. My daughter (who is going to school for physical therapy) says I should go to physical therapy, it would help strengthen those muscles to adjust for the new center of gravity, LOL..

Breakfast: smoothie with Greek yogurt, frozen strawberries, splash of OJ and a sprinkle of chia seeds. Snack: cottage cheese Lunch: Turkey and Swiss on wheat (3") from a deli. Could only eat half. Snack: tea and tried SF rice pudding. Gross. Tossed it. Dinner: round steak ( 1oz) 1/3 of a boiled potato and steamed veggies. Snack: hummus and pita crackers (4) Went to my Pilates class tonight too. Loving it! "Swimmy" feeling in my head is gone since increasing my Protein. Still very tired and have nasty dark circles under my eyes. :-( 12 weeks post op.

Breakfast: wheat toast w/ Peanut Butter Lunch: 2 pickle wraps w/ veggie cream cheese and beef Dinner: tilapia and steamed veggies Snacks: Garrett popcorn (3/4 cup) and SO worth the calories! No nausea today! I'll write more tomorrow! Night friends!

Hey Luna! Good for you signing up for the 5k!! Bronxmerci- maybe your back was sore from being in bed? Wow...2 miles is awesome girl!! You'll feel better getting in more Protein and liquids! It's so hard to keep up with it all. I don't know that I've had a day where I've gotten in all protein, Water AND Vitamins. I always try though!! :-)

DC0520--- girl! AMAZING!!!! Gorgeous!

Bronxmerci!!! I am soooo proud of you!!!! And seriously, you look amazing!!!!! And your son is adorable!! How do you feel today???

Amazing! You look great!! Thanks for sharing your pictures and everything!! I'm only 2 1/2 months out. I don't have a lot of extra skin at this point, but I don't know a year from now what it'll all look like!

I had my first non-friend comment about my weight loss today from a long time customer. This is how the conversation went. Her: are you losing weight? Me: yep, trying Her: are you planning to lose more? Me: that's the plan Her: well, you look sickly thin. You shouldn't lose anymore! Me: speechless..... Thanks for making my day! Not!

Wednesday meal plan B- plain Greek yogurt, 3 frozen strawberries, half banana. S- hard boiled egg L- half of a half of a turkey/Swiss grilled sandwich. (Which wasn't toasted enough, was nauseous after 3 bites. D- attempted 1/4 of a schwans mushroom and spinach flatbread pizza. But after lunch my belly still wasn't right. I had 4 little squares and ate 2 of them Later had a teaspoon of Peanut Butter. Did ok with that. Heading to bed. Night all. Oh! I went to a Pilates class tonight. LOVED it!!

@Bronxmerci--Oh honey! I agree with the others, you need to call someone. I started an anti-depressant and even though I HATE taking it---if I do skip it, I can tell after just 1 day! Crying over anything, no motivation, so sad, and angry all at the same time. I know exactly how you're feeling! I started a med called Pristiq. It has made a WORLD of difference. And even though I HATE swallowing more more freaking pill, it really is necessary at this point. I've taken other anti-depressents in the past, but wowzers, this one is SO much better. No side effects, just all good stuff. :-) You deserve to be happy and enjoying your son and your weight loss. You need to build some muscle back up so you don't just look like you're sick. You're going to be a Hot Mama!!! I promise things will get better, just take that one little step and call someone. Do you have a bathtub? Or just shower? I felt just like you at one point. I filled up my tub, plopped in there and had myself a big ol' cry fest! But the warm Water and getting clean honestly helped SO much! I know it seems overwhelming--just taking a shower---I totally get it, but sweety, it will help you feel better! So just a couple baby steps...try them, for us! For you!! ((((hugs))))

@Bronxmerci---I was JUST thinking about you this morning and wondering how you've been! Girl! You need to go to the Dr!! Do you have a gallbladder? I had a lot of back pain back in 2009 before I had mine take out. And if it gets bad enough, it could be VERY serious if ignored. You need to be able to be eating and drinking too hon!!! So the quicker you figure out what's going on, the quicker it can be addressed and you can be eating and drinking like you're supposed to be. My goodness, I am so sorry you've had such a hard time. That's a lot of weight in that amount of time!! How's your little one doing with you now? Any better?