Boo Boo Kitty

You know girls you wait until you get really far, you will be amazed at the amount of people that will say "I didn't want to say anything till now..." lol...

Yeah, it is pretty fun. People that have known me for years don't recognize me.

Hey guys, I am glad I found this thread! I have a friend who wants the band after seeing my success, she has BCBS of Mi. Where does she start? She is concerned the 12 month thing, does it need to be continous?

You sound like me...I go see the surgeon in a few weeks to see how hard it is really gonna be to get them back up there again...I wonder if the chest will remember them??? lol...

Ok, first I agree with you why are you wasting your money???? FIND A LOCAL WLS support group to help you. Novel idea there, you are all in the same boat, you don't need to lie and you are all the same! :confused: You know what you want, get back to the basics and do it! Step away from the ice cream and find some support! We are here to help you, but ulitmately it is up to you. Let's say from now on, ice cream hurts the band! (New report just for you) We all have our demons, we all have our issues. Lay them on the table, move on and let's fix it.... (Was that hard enough for ya??)

MM--I am sorry! One thing way to think of it, is that she MUST have carried it worse than you! I mean obvisouly if she looses just 10 and someone notices that is saying something! :confused: You must be just one of those people that didn't look overweight and no one notices.... Not being mean, just tryint to help....

WELL C'MON there girl....a mere member??? lol....ok I reread it again and maybe you are right, I caught the book in the 3rd read over....

I am guessing whether her boyfriend dumps her or not depends on if she wins or not....lol....I am guessing he is as shallow as she is after all....

Laura sweetie~~ I am so sorry that you are having a problem, but I think to have lost 48 pounds with a band not working, you absolutely freaking rock and I truly admire you! Honestly! So don't be down girl, you know the problem now and they are going to fix it! It is good that you found it. Soak up some extra attention with a 2nd surgery from those around you and smile--you lost 48 lbs basically on your own! :confused:

Thanks! :confused: I did the collage, I am a graphic designer, if you ever want one let me know. It is fun for me to do!

I read this, and reread this. I am thinking she is trying to help make sure we get the right nutrition. At least that is the way I see it. I am curious if she is banded as well.

Brandi--Good luck on the labs! I hope they can pin point what it is so they can fix it and you can get on with life pain free. Bannannie--enjoy that mani/pedi I need those SOOO bad...lol... Ok girls you have all convienced me that I can go to the PS alone, so I will...lol....I can do it, I am a big girl, (only in age anymore) I went to clinic, I do have strep. Got antibotics. They wanted to keep me but I was having none of that. I don't even have anyone here to help me with the girls, so got some IV fluids and left. Feeling better so far.

Moving, I think you will find that everyone here is a good friend. I am more than happy to help anyone that needs help! :confused:

Oh no, please do not get so upset, we are not trying to be mean. I think we completely misunderstood you when you said your Dr's diet is just meat. I looked over the site and I do see that everyone there eats more than just meat. I think you are doing what works for you, which is against our norm. We are concerned and want to make sure you are healthy! Do not take such offense to our concern!

I post here by my Dr's scale, only because it is 3 pounds off mine. So when I weigh myself at home I get to take 3 pounds away which makes me feel good...teee heee....

Because I know this is the best thing I ever did for me, so why would I screw it up? I deserve more!

Also I was wondering how do you get through the clear liquids stage or the mushies only with meat?

Clara CONGRATUALATIONS to you!! WOO HOOO!!! :confused: Great job on getting through the first steps to your new life!

I agree that eating just meat goes beyond what the band is all about. What is the point to be banded if you are not learning a new lifestyle? I am sorry I am not one to disagree with any Dr, but I do in this case. As for carbs, they are not all bad. They are actually NEEDED in every diet. Carbs=Calories=Energy=Weight Loss. Carbs are not just breads and pastas, they are fruits, veggies and more. I am glad it is working for you, truly. But is sounds completely opposite to what the band is all about. It goes against everything I have been taught. And I think I am doing damn good. If I only ate meat, I would be dead. I rarely eat meat! :confused: Soy, tofu is good. Meat just really isn't my thing! Otherwise I eat whatever I want. I diet of just meat is just gross to me...lol.... As for adding veggie and such, I challenge you to think about if you HAD them where you would be at! I see eating only meat as dangerous and haphazzard crash dieting, not the band.

Hi Paulax-- I think you are the one to answer the question if you need a fill. This grazing you mention is it just nuts and HOW much? If it is alot you may need a fill. I have a 4 cc band and have 3.75 in my band, but it may be a bit much. Things to think about: 1. Protien are you getting enough? You will never loose if you don't get those 60-80 mg of protien. 2. Water--getting enough? You will be hungrier if you aren't getting enough Water. 3. Do you need a fill? How much are you eating at meals? I think being 20 pounds away is great, and I understand being anxious but in the end you want to make sure that you are loosing the right way and not just the way that gets it off!

Hey Penn My first question is do you know why you are doing poorly? There is no way to fix a problem unless you know what it is. Back to basics: 1. How are you with the fill? 2. How are you with protien? 3. Exercise? 4. Water? 5. Snacking? Those are the places to look at first, in that order! :confused: If you think you need a fill, then by all means do it! If you aren't getting enough protien you can't loose even if you have good restriction. Are you exercising everyday at LEAST 20 minutes? Are you getting 64 oz of water and NOT drinking 1 hour prior, not during and 1 hour after meals? Are you snacking? Also are you making good food choices? You can do this, you just have to recommitt yourself and I think you have taken the first step! Good luck!

lol......I have no idea what to say.... :confused:

I snack sometimes, there are lots of healthy ones... cheese stick is my favorite fruit beef Jerky tortilla chips and salsa cheese and crackers triple threat protien bars

Steph---good gilr!!! Woo hoo!!! Congratulations! We're so proud. You deserve them!! bk--I want a mommy makeover but can't afford that...lol... Brandi---how are you feeling? Meds helping? I am going to drag my ass to the Dr today. I have been trying to avoid it but I know I got strep from the girls. Ya'll kick my a$$ I haven't ate OR drank in 3 days now.....I hope I didn't hurt myself by waiting....ugh....

Wow, what would be the point of having the band if you could only eat meat? Why not just do Atkins or something? Sounds very strange to me!