Olive

Good luck giggle3474, dsh0917, and pugchick! Let us all know how it goes!

Well, I am starting liquids tomorrow - for three days. I know that is not so much compared to some of you...but I am not looking forward to it since I am not a fan of the Protein drink! ICK. So, tonight I am having a slice of pizza. Not so much of a finale, but I have been doing South Beach/Atkins (sort of my own hybrid) for 2.5 weeks and I would really like a little bread. It was kind of my fiance's idea. He started the diet with me and wanted to lose 25 pounds (we are bad influences on each other. He gain about 30 pounds since we met four years ago, I gained about 70:cry )and said when he got half way he was going to have a treat...so here he is. It is a little annoying actually. Guys just lose so much easier. I mean he does do a lot of sports and exercises more than me, but still. He actually weighs 10 pounds less than me! I have never mentioned that to him. And I sort of underreport my weight gain (not that he can't tell, but...) Its embarassing especially since he is almost a foot taller than me. But I really should be thankful he is dieting with me. It has been a lot easier since we are both on the diet. His idea of a diet was portion control of regular meals (HAHA). That is virtually impossible for me. I need to do cold turkey. So, this time we actually cleaned out the pantry. In the past, things like chocolate chips would be left for him to have as a snack...of course I would help myself to those even if I had eaten a lot already): He also likes to take walks at night ( I of course don't) so he motivates (guilts?) me to take walks with him. Anyway sorry for the rant. I am starting to get a little more nervous. Olive

I would have been here sooner, but I could not find you guys. Luckily Time to Love Me helped me out. So, I am going to Dr. Rumbaut in Monterrey on July 6th. Diet- I have been doing South Beach for the last 2 weeks and managed to lose 13 pounds. Its a little too late for most of us, but I really liked it and really did not feel deprived. I only have to do 2 days of liquid before the surgery, but I feel like maybe I should add another day just in case? Steve- You plan on doing an Ironman? WOW. What a great goal. I ran cross-country in JH and HS, and always wanted to run a marathon. You have inspired me to train for one (well maybe a half one). :faint: Anyone else out there for the 6th? Olive 5'3'' Highest weight 233

Hey all! Is there a July Bandsters out there? I cant seem to find one..but I would like to hear from others! Or point me in the right direction. Olive

Thanks so much!

Sarah, Thanks! That makes me feel better. Any tips or things I should know for the trip?

After reading through all of your posts, I really feel we have a lot in common (which is comforting). And everyone seems to be doing great - Congrats! I am having surgery on July 6 with Dr. Rumbaut. I am a little scared. But like some of you, I am engaged and do not want to wear a plus size dress...so that is my goal. Wish me luck. Olive

Hi all! I am scheduled for surgery on July 6 with Dr. Rumbaut. I would love to hear any advice or comments about Monterrey, the surgery, the doctors, etc... So...I am 28, engaged, 5'3", highest weight 230, at 218 now. I hope to get at least get back to my college weight of 140 (fingers crossed). I was always a bit of a yo-yoer but just 10-15 pound fluctuations. But I started to gain in grad school and then had a car accident in 2003. I had the typical lower back pain and gained about 40 pounds in the couple of months after (laying on the couch- trying not to move). Even though I am 99% recovered, I haven't been below 200 since): Olive

xx_lil_xx, Thank you for the welcome. I apreciate the support! Olive

Sherri, Thank you so much for your support! It would be great to share our Mexico experiences. I am leaving Monterrey on the 9th so maybe we will pass each other in the halls! Good luck to you. Olive

I should note that I am going to Mexico for the surgery.

Does anyone have a doctor that does fills in the Philadelphia area? Thanks!!