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Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
vinesqueen replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Ok, I'm in, although I have little chance to win anything. Gee, the end of March? Hell, I have a chance to lose a whole pounds in 3 month. Geeze I really am turning into a bitter old woman. Okay, my NSVs for the week... Last night I went skiing for 3 hours. Didn't huff or puff at all, and I didn't need my puffer either. So, that puts me at 3 NSVs. Wait, make that 4 NSVs, I'm not sore from skiing yesterday. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
Anwyn replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
1/1/06 ~ 3/1/06 LBT WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE LIST OF FABULOUS PRIZES! 1. Gift basket from Slumber Parties by Lisa (DeLarla) 2. Shanna 3. Anwyn I'm going to be a buttinski here too... If there are going to be prizes we need some rules. Obvously someone who is 350lbs is going to lose more than someone who is 170. Maybe whoever loses the largest percentage of their excess weight...? I volunteer to compute this at the end of the challenge. That way I can fix the numbers so that I win (LOL). It would be nice to reward NSV's too but it's a hard thing to measure... Maybe we can all nominate our choice for best NSV by PM'ing Debby at the end of the challenge. Just my ideas... Debby, feel free to tell me to jump off - it's your challenge. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
vinesqueen replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Just got back from DC, don't know what my weight is, and furthermore, I don't care. I have a whole string of NSVs, the very most important one is that I went to DC WITHOUT AN INHALER. What's more, I didn't even need it. This is super significant because this time last year, and for several years prior, I couldn't go anywhere without at least 2 inhalers on my person. I had an inhaler in every single piece of clothing that had a pocket. Last year this time I had spent 10 days of the Christmas vacation in hospital, don't know how many trips to the various ERs. I didn't even realize that I didn't have an inhaler until the puddle jumper from Salt Lake to Pokey, AFTER my trip was almost done. very tired. must sleep now. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
Tess L replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
somethings not right wt up 2 lbs.. first fill Jan 26 wt 202 nsv.. down from a 2 x uniform top to a large -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
MerryHearted replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm frustrated with how slow I'm losing, but when I look back it's been 6 weeks since the start of this challenge and I've lost 10 lbs, so that's not that slow. Anyone else felt like this? Maybe it's just lack of patience, maybe it's because I've been comparing myself again to others on the board whose weight seems to be just rapidly falling off. Mostly it's just my fault -- I haven't been exercising nor drinking enough, and I don't always make the best food choices. Anyway Start: 240 Now: 230 NSV -- I'm not sure I have one this week. I'm tired, cranky and frustrated. My "big issue" is with my little girl, who is 2 and needs her mommy around. Between crunch time at work (i.e. needing to work overtime) and knowing she needs my full attention in the evening before bed, I am not making time to exercise. And yet I still want my weight to drop as if I were. Someone just bonk me on the head with something, please! Maybe i'll get some sense knocked into me. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
Anwyn replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Start Weight: 220 Today's Weight: 214 NSV: Yesterday I went shopping and was able to fit comfortably into size 18/20's at Lane Bryant. Just seeing the number 18 on a tag was enough to keep me smiling all day. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
Jessiebear replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
1/3 - 305 1/9 - 298 NSV - Took all of my Christmas down & put it away. Organized my storage closet. NSV - I did not eat any junk food this week!! -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
LSasha replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
01/04/06 starting weight: 291 goal: 20lb loss nsv: i can slide on/off my size 22's w/o unbuttoning them (time 2 go shopping) -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
cissy replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I haven't posted lately because I haven't had any NSV's until today. As I was walking down to the kitchen to put my lunch in the fridge, a co-worker from a different dept who I really don't speak to all that much stopped me and said that she noticed I was losing weight and that I look great. -
Rabbits and Turtles United New Year Challenge
Tricia K. replied to It's me-Debbydo's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I'm definitely joining this challenge. Starting Weight: 236 Goal weight: 216 1/4/06 NSV: I bought a size 18/20 belt to hold up my too loose size 22 pants. -
I weighed myself at the doctor this morning & was so THRILLED!!!! It said I weighed 208 which means I have hit my first goal of 50 lbs!! (My home scale said 211, but I am definately going to take the doctors scale over mine!!!) Yesterday I went shopping & could hardly believe that I could fit into a size 16 pants. I've worn 22/24 for so long! Here's what I've learned so far: 1) You will hit LOTS of plateaus. I stayed at the same weight for 2-3 weeks many, many times & then all of a sudden I'd drop 4 or 5 lbs. Don't get frustrated at the scale. 2) Exercise really does work. I joined a gym only because I knew it was the right thing to do. I hated going & was emberassed to be seen among all the muscle men. I could barely walk on the treadmill for 5 min. without feeling like I was going to pass out. BUT....I made myself go & it's been very, very worth it. I'm now a regular & 2 days ago one of the buff women came up to me & said - "I've been watching you the past few months & you've really inspired me. Keep up the great work." Wow! I inspired HER!! That was a big NSV to me. 3) You really do need to follow the bandster rules. THEY WORK!! I had moments of just wanting to do my own thing. But, whenever I went back to taking small bites, chewing my food A LOT, & not drinking after meals I lost more weight!! 4) Patience is important. It took me a while to get this weight on & it's going to take me a while to get it off. I'm not only losing weight, I'm changing a life time of bad behaviors & that doesn't change overnight. 5) DRINK YOUR WATER!! I have never been a good consistent Water drinker until recently. But, I can tell a difference!! I realized that sometimes when I THOUGHT I was hungry, I was really just thirsty. 6) It's okay to eat junk once in awhile. You can't deprive yourself forever!! Friday evening is my free night & I let myself choose something fattening & sugary to eat. ONLY ONE ITEM. I eat it & it's gone. I've never gained any weight from doing this & I am satisfied. If I am tempted to eat junk during the week, I tell myself - "You can have that on Friday! I don't like to be told NO. If I know it's something I can't have, I want it more. Knowing I can have it on Friday makes it so much easier. Which reminds me, today is Friday!! WAHOO!!!! Thank you to everyone on here for all the great support & good information. I learn a lot from you all & consider you my friends! I can't wait to reach my next goal!!
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Who Wants To Share Some Recent NSVs??
Hel replied to Catherine55's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have a couple to share Last year our office was upgraded, everyone got new chairs but I insisted on keeping mine because the new ones were too small. I recently borrowed someone else's chair and realized I FIT! A couple nights ago we were sitting by the pool and I had my chihuahua sitting on my lap, petting him, and suddenly realized OMG I HAVE A LAP! This was NOT the case 5 months ago. I have also pulled out older/smaller clothes (some with tags still on) that now fit. I am really enjoying reading about everyone's NSVs. Keep 'em coming! -
I went for my lunchtime walk today. I finally remembered to bring my IPOD to work. I had not used it since before being sleeved. I put on the arm band, but it kept slipping. Irritating! So I tightened it. Then I realized, I TIGHTENED IT! My upper arms were smaller. YAY!!!!
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BEST NSV EVER! This make it ALL worth it!
donnabarney replied to Boo Boo Kitty's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
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That is a big NSV!! I have NEVER been able to cross mine! Congrats!!
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I hate skinny Beotchs
SweetT23 replied to LI Gemini NY's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Ladies, I get where you all are coming from, I am very new to this site. I've been stalking it for a couple of weeks, and just officially joined today... I too get annoyed when someone who weighs 120lbs complains to me about getting fat. It almost feels like they are trying to say hey I think I'm fat and I'm nowhere near YOUR size. But, that's a personal issue I'm sure. It's all about perspective I guess... But, dang it, I just can't wait til I can cross my legs and have an ACTUAL lap for my grandkids to sit in! To feel good in my own body for the first time in my adult life! I'm looking forward to all of those NSVs I keep hearing about, in some ways even more than the actual weight loss! I love this forum and look forward to getting to know you all. -
Started AF sept 21st..lasted 7 days exactly (nsv) usually with pcos it was like 10-14 days long...Then today I weighed I dropped 5 lbs..Hopefully the end to my stall...Thanks for all your responses!!!
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Congrats! I would count that as an NSV! Frankensleeve didn't like any vegetables till around the 6 month mark. Lettuce was just too tough for him. :-)
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Way to go Georgia. That is huge. I shows that you are really changing your habits, not just following a "plan". My latest NSV.....I went and got measured for and bought 2 new bras yesterday. I have gone from a 42DD to a 40D. WOOHOO!!
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Congrats on all the NSV's Renewed! My DH is "interested" a lot now too lol. Comepickmeup- Believe me, I would be thrilled with my DD's if they sat where they are supposed too LOL. They also give me shoulder problems too. I want to be somewhere in the middle......like a nice C cup.
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That's a good one!! It must feel nice to have a son that compliments you so much!! WTG Jamie! My parents have horses and I plan to ride with them after I lose some more weight. Very cool NSV! Whooo Hoooo! Now that's what I call an NSV!! A $400 one to be exact. Sounds you have a wonderful hubby!
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Here are my NSV's: 1. When I run into old friends my weightloss is the first thing they notice and the compliments are flattering. 2. I am able to keep up w/my 5yr old son alot better instead of tiring out so quickly. 3. I save money on food bc #1, i don't do the soda's any more, and #2, leftovers last alot longer and finally, #3, when out to eat, i just nibble off of hubby's plate. 4. have gone from a size 22 to a size 18/20 and have 1 16/18 shirt! 5. i have bagged up 3 or 4 large garbage sacks of clothes and given them away to some of my girlfriends at church! and lets face it, fat clothes are more expensive, and i had good clothes, so it made others happy that i shared! :wink: which made me happy! 6. sex has never been bad, but a smaller me means less self conscience 7. working out is a reality now and not a nightmare.. 8. AND...i am starting to tone muscle that i had forgotten i had! YAY! 9. I'm overall healthier now 10. sleep apnea has improved a bit 11. no more gluccophage for diabetes needed anymore! my sugar is well controlled by my diet and exercise now! and thats a huge blessing! 12. overall, i feel alot better about myself, but still not where i want to be just yet. wish i was farther along, but happy i'm not where i was! xoxo, christie
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You all have some great NSV's!!! I have already ditched my C-PAP machine! My husband says I don't snore anymore (although he still snores like a freight train) and I've been sleeping better. So, I guess that's an NSV for me!
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what great nsv's time. It is really encouraging to hear other people's success
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My NSV's... 1. I can sit in a normal chair with out feeling squeezed in. 2. I have dropped almost 3 sizes. 3. I can buy clothes because I like them, not because they are all that fits. 4. My b..tt doesn't touch my back anymore. (not a pretty picture). 5. My shoes don't kill my feet every day. 6. I have energy to do something other than sleep on Sundays. 7. I can scratch my back. 8. I am not consumed with food every second of the day. 9. I can shave my legs without holding my breathe. 10. I can climb stairs without stopping to catch my breathe. 11. My face is thinning out. 12. I don't crave diet coke anymore. 13. I want to go out and about with my family. I could go on and on. This is the best decision I have ever made.
