Bklynike
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Sandra, I have been looking for you. I hate this new site, I can't find any body. How are you doing? Did you have a nice Thanksgiving? Are you still writing your blogs, because I can't find anything here. I want our old site back.
Please let me know how you are doing. Eileen
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Hi, Deb:
Thank for the comment on my blog.
You have started on a wonderful journey. It will be so amazing to you to see how much weight you will lose in jsut a short amount of time and how wonderful you will begin to feel.
Listen to your doctor and you are well on your way. Let me know how you are doing and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate.
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We are back from our 2 weeks in CT. The cold weather was a wondeful change to our 80s in Florida. I was so excited to see my sister and friends and to get their reactions to my new look. Everyone cried when they saw me. Good tears, thank goodness. They were very proud of me, which made me feel wonderful. I was very worried that 2 weeks away would cause me a weight gain. I tried to sign up at LA Fitness for the 2 weeks, but they wanted so much money, I decided against it. My aunt had a treadmill in her basement - a very old one, but it worked. And my cousin lent me some weights. So I went down into the cold cellar every other day and worked out for an hour. I also did not cheat on my food in take. I stayed on track and when I stepped on the gym scale today was thrilled to find I had a 3.1lb loss. I have just over 1 lbs to lose to hit the Onderland. I have lost 67 lbs since my journey started and feel amazing. And I have to say I got whistled at in the supermarket! We had a great Thanksgiving. Now I have Christmas and New Year's to get through. And because I am hosting Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at my home, I can control what gets served and eaten by me. All is good. I think 2011 will be a good year for us all.
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I have no idea where to post pictures or even how to see them. If I find out, I'll let you know.
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I don't know about you, but I am having a problem navigating this new website.
How was your Thanksgiving? We enjoyed out time in CT with family and friends. I watched what I ate and exercised and came home 3 lbs smaller than when I went up.
Not sure how to post to my blog anymore????
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Hi, Rose
Just returned from vacation and I can't figure out how to post to my blog. I don't like this new site - it is confusing.
Had a fabulous time in CT. While I was worried I would gain weight, I ate right and exercised and came home 3.1 lbs less. I couldn't have been happier. 2 lbs and I am in the Onderland. Now, If I can just figure out how to post, I'll be happy.
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Hubby and I will be traveling tomorrow for CT to visit our family and friends for the holidays. I have many things to be thankful for this year, as I am sure most of you do, as well. I got my lap-band this year, which has helped me in so many ways. I am no longer a diabetic due to diet and exercise. I have dropped 64lbs, meaning I have 4 lbs left to be in the Onederland. I am still cancer free!!!! My new clothes are starting to get big on me, so I know I am doing things the right way. My husband, family and frieds are all doing well. I am happy and I am looking good. I have somewhere around 50lbs to go, and I know I will get there. To everyone of you reading this, have a very happy healthy holiday. May we all get through the holidays with the help of our lap-bands and not have a weight gain. I will be checking in whle on vacation.
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Your before and after pics are amazing. You are doing a great job. Sometimes we just need a break from things when we get really stresses and you still lost weight. Every stinking ounce is a success. So you move forward now. I hope the fill gives you the kick-start you need. Thanks for the kind words on my blog.
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Every journey is different and finding a way to make yours work for you is amazing. keep up the good work.
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Being in pain is the worst because no one and nothing can help. I had an accident at work 22 years ago, yes 22 years ago and I still have neck and back pain. For 3 years I wasn't able to lift anything heavier than a loaf of bread. I was a very thin person, but then the accident and the weight just piled on. And then I quit smoking, which added 65lbs. You should make an appointment to see a pain specialist. They may be able to give you something other than medicationl. Losing weight will also help. Please hang in there. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, unfortunately sometimes the tunnel is very long.
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When I started my journey October of last year, I was planning on having my lap band surgery in December. I had met with my surgeon, Dr. Bass. and all was good to go, or so I thought. Unfortunately, a little thing like breast cancer and a mastectomy took center stage and I had to postpone the surgery until my birthday on June 21st of this year. At that time I was 5'3" tall and weighed 268lbs. I had diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, my thyroid was not working properly, sleep apnea and overall just felt like crap all of the time. I couldn't walk 10 feet without stopping to gain my breath back. I was not able to sleep and because of the diabetes, my vision would blur after each meal. Knowing I was having the mastectomy and then I would have the LB, I started to eat a little bit less of the really bad foods and lost a couple of lbs. Then the liquid diet and after the lap-band, well you all know. I was at my primary care doctor today. From last year at this time to today, I have lost a total of 62lbs. I found out that I am no longer a diabetic and was told to stop my diabetic medication. I was not insulin dependent, but I did have to take pills twice a day. I had Type 2 diabetes for the last 6 years and now I do not. I have been able to control it with diet and exercise. I also do not have sleep apnea any longer. My blood pressure is perfect. In fact by my next visit, my doctor said she may take away that medication as well. My cholesterol was also better, so in 3 months I am hoping to drop that pill too! I have heard the phrase "you can't teach an old dog new tricks". Well, I am here to tell you that the phrase is no longer valid where I am concerned. I have learned to #1 take care of myself first. #2 Use the band as a tool #3 Eating correctly and exercise will save my life or at least make my life better. I know I am looking better, but I am healthier and that is the most important thing I could be. I wish you all the greatest success with your lap-band becuase I am here to tell you that it may be a slow and steady jog to the finish line, but I know we will all get there. We took years putting on the pudge, we need to love ourselves enough to allow the time to take it off. Today I am 206 lbs, cancer free, diabetic free, sleep apnea free, my cholesterol and high blood presssure are under control. I feel amazing and am getting stronger everyday. I am still only 5'3", but I feel 10' tall. Have a great night.
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Hi, Rose:
Thanks for the response to my blog. Don't you feel great? I am so looking forward to getting off the rest of my meds, hopefully soon. But not being diabetic any longer is amazing to me. If not for the LB, this would never have happened.
You know, I wish we all lived near eachother so we could just get together and share, laugh and inspire eachother in person. We should have a lap band convention!
Have a wonderful weekend and keep up the good work.
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I finally got my new pictures uploaded - one in the green shirt and another one that I personally liked. I can't believe the difference in just a little over 4 months. People keep telling me how great I look, but It is easier for me to see the changes in my body when I look at these pictures. I have to say I feel so good about it. :scared2: I actually weighed in tonight at 206.8. The Onederland is getting closer - I can feel it and I can't wait to join many of you who have already reached it. I am so proud of you all and I am proud of the work I am doing. I am truly loving this journey. Tomorrow I will see my primary and then I wil find out if I can stop some of my medications: diabetes, cholesterol, high blood pressure and thyroid. I am excited about the possibility. I know if I don't stop them this time, I will the next time. I have already cut everything in half, so it is just a matter of time. And now that I have had the surgery, I will have much more time. OK, what are you waiting for? Go look at my pics and report back! Have a great night everyone.
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From the album: Pics
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Lesson Learned: Don't Take Anything for Granted
Bklynike commented on sandradee0124's blog entry in Blog 89559
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My photo journey
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From the album: Pics
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Today is the first time I have been able to get back on line. We've had no internet for a week. The cable guy actually came out on Sunday and replaced all kinds of wires and things to get us up and running. Finally, we are able to check emails again. I had well over 200, mostly garbage Because the system was down, I haven't been able to post my new green shirt picture. But I did have it taken and now the hubs has to upload it for me. I am hoping he can get to it soon. My 2nd fill was scheduled for this week, but I postponed it until after Thanksgiving. I still don't need it yet. As of today, I am down to 207lbs, which is 62 lbs since I started my journey (47lbs since my surgery). I have conquered my nemesis, the dreaded elliptical machine. I am up to 35 minutes and I really love it. I can't wait until I can get up to 1 hour on it. When I first started using it, I was only able to go about 2-3 minutes. Then I went to 5 and every time I tried it, I stayed on a minute longer than the last time. I don't get winded on it - the problem is my feet. They start to go numb. I spoke to one of the trainers who said it was not uncommon. I am hoping I will be able to get past it. I will try to get my pics uploaded and check back in within the next day or two. Have a great night everyone.
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It will come off on its own when it is time. It is a little uncomfortable, but it won't be there all that long. Good luck
