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Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
fourmonthspreop replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Some recent nsv's - Not having the shower curtain stick to my body while showering - Not being sweaty in 100 degree weather -In fact I find I am washing my clothes less because I dont sweat at all - Weird but I had bad body odor around my breasts when I was heaviest because I sweated so much there and now I don't have that issue at all -my calves fit into high boots -I can wear most women's XLs and Ls (before I was an xxxl+) -I can go thrifting now. Nothing fit me before at most thrift stores but I can easily find clothes in the large and xl racks. - my friends telling me that I don't need to use a plus size dating app anymore lol and meeting a guy off of the app who asked me why I was using a plus size dating app [emoji854] Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
Cheryl 13 replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I can relate so hard to all of the above but the biggest NSV for me recently was that a few weeks ago we discovered that my 10 year old can actually put his arms all the way around me when I hug him now! Now he loves to "trap" me in a hug! Could not be sweeter!!! -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
jlnolan3021 replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I think the best NSV for me was being able to use a normal size towel and not have the gap. I have since gained almost all of my weight back after 2 kids, a blown ACL and Esophagus issues the last couple of years. I am going back in to tomorrow to have my band filled a little bit more. Crossing my fingers, I can find the green zone and get back to losing. It has definitely gotten harder to lose the weight as I have aged. When I was 20 it was just falling off. -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
fourmonthspreop replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I feel this! I went out last week on Friday to the bars and walked 4 miles and went dancing. My friend who is a bit heavier was complaining of being sore the next day and I didn't feel any soreness when in the past, my legs and knees would've been in pain. Def an NSV for me. Sent from my SM-G975U using BariatricPal mobile app -
Checking in with the Fabulous 50's...I'm really happy today. I hit the 70 pound loss mark. 40 pounds to go. Surgery was May 3. I had to go out and buy new clothes this weekend because I have a couple of week long business trips coming up in colder climates and there is nothing in my closet that fit! My most recent NSV is that I can now fit in Chico's clothing! And not even their largest size! The sales associate had to keep bringing me smaller sizes. It felt awesome. And, bonus, This was the Outlet store that had tons of sales!!!
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Shrinking Violets -- April 07 Bandsters
TracyK replied to TracyinKS's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
good luck tomorrow Laura!! We will be thinking of you! Hi everyone:youcandothis:Congrats everyone on your NSVs and scale victories!! I am so glad tomorrow is FRIDAY:whoo: Everyone have a great evening and I will be back at the butt-crack of dawn to post again....:eyebrows: -
Congrats all, update on me Jan 4th i weighed 440. Surgery March 23rd weighed 399.8 today weigh 341.8 I get my first lab tests for Vitamins and such Wednesday and hoping to be under 340 by then. Had horrible side stitch pain for about a month other then that nothing to bad. My only comorbity was sleep apnea and wife says I snore a lot less. I ran a 5k (well ran and walked on Jun 4th.) Coming along, a recent NSV: I went to get gas and the person behind the counter recognized me from before when I used to get 2 hotdogs before work and she was impressed at how much weight I had lost. Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App
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Yep some non surgery victories :-D Friday I went to the movies with a friend and was able to put both arm rest down and still have plenty or room in my chair :-) Now my niece can hug me and wrap her arms all the way around me :-) oooo... Was able to wear a REALY cute pair or wedges all day :-D Okay I wanna hear some of y'all's now :-D
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How are the banded Notorious Novembers???
DivaStyleCoach replied to mljalways's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Fellow Notorious Novembers - Hi! Banded on Nov 17th, had my first post-op checkup and doing well. Weight loss to date is 24 lbs, including 10 pre-op. Things are moving a little slower now that I'm on mushies, and since I'm healing, I don't feel as much restriction. Gotta step up the exercise to keep my weight loss moving at a faster pace (I am trying to lose 10 lbs per month on a regular basis until I reach my goal) and being careful what I eat. So far, mushies have been easy - hot cereal for breakfast, soup or chili for lunch, and a similar dinner. Chicken has gone down easy, haven't tried pork yet, and well-cooked beef is okay as long as I eat very small bites. Tried deviled ham (made ham salad) and that was okay, but sometimes the crackers I like to eat it with cause me trouble... Biggest thing I miss is bread - it doesn't go down very easily, unless it's crackers in my soup or something like that, because they get very soft. Found out I chicken soup! Experimenting with different soups - mostly clear and occasionally with veggies because they are so soft. I miss my protein shakes to a certain extent, because with them I KNEW I was getting my protein in...now I have to plan it more carefully. My latest NSV - wearing a "standard" XL top and skirt from Spiegel - something I NEVER would have tried before my band surgery...:thumbup: -
How about some NSVs!?!?
anaxila replied to shyanne's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Here's a new one. I went to see my parents at the end of April for the first time since surgery in January, when I was about 70-75 pounds down. My mother took one look at me and immediately burst into tears. She hugged and clung on for a while until she could get control of herself. Mom's always been very petite, and I had no idea how troubled she was by my size until that moment. I'm glad she kept it to herself, but it was also gratifying to see such a strong reaction. They just came to visit last weekend and were both amazed again at how different I look from April to now (about 105 pounds down in total). When they left, Mom took away 29 grocery bags filled with clothes in size 20-24 for her next garage sale. That's practically an NSV all on its own. Overall, there's nothing like family to give you honest feedback (for better or for worse) on how you're doing. At this point, I'll take it! -
Silntwhispers, welcome to the Lucky 7's. Marcy, the heck with the apples, you get crab for dirt cheap, and I'd be oh so happy with that price, LOL!!!!!! But I know what you're saying. ssankofa, congrats on your NSV. Walking to the store is a great thing, you can't buy too much cause you have to carry it home!! I put my powder into mashed potatoes, chicken salad, whatever I can get it into. Jackie, my doc doesn't do fills under floro, just lay back and he does it right in the office. Felicia, I'm going to start walking 3 times again this week, and I'm going to add in weights 2 times a week. lindaa, after the fill I had to go on liquids again fo 2 days, and I'm not really hungry because I've been adding in so much protein each day. This helps me feel full.
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How about some NSVs!?!?
Daisee68 replied to shyanne's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My NSV for the day - 3 mile walk this morning and NO low back or hip pain! Wow! That is huge. I don't love walking that much and won't do 3 miles walks very often (not great at the exercise part yet), but it was so encouraging to know that I was physically capable of doing it without having to stop and sit down and "release" my back pain, before I could continue. This time last year, I went for a walk on the beach on vacation and had to stop and rest because my back was giving out. Can't wait for my next walk on the beach! -
Shrinking Violets -- April 07 Bandsters
adorable replied to TracyinKS's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
LOL yes it is! Congrats on your NSV!!! Look at that cute little butt! hehe I got into an 18 yesterday...does that count? LOL I also went from a 3x top to a 1x - I bought a few new tops last night because I look like a bag lady in the rest of my clothes! -
How about some NSVs!?!?
Lthomas replied to shyanne's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My first NSV!!! I am 1 and a half months post op from RNY. I'm 4 weeks into a C25k (zombies run app). Just ran an entire mile nonstop! Woo! Granted I ran a 15min mile but hey it's a start! it feels great! keep up the great work everyone! -
Tracy I laughed out loud last night about your MJC ref!!! LOL oh and I had my brows waxed yesterday and I thought of you! :tongue2: TOM is rough this time..... the PAIN....... I'm currently drinking a big glass of milk for my breakfast... OH and NSV... a blouse that I bought last year in size L (it is one of those NON stretch gauzey types... well I was so disgusted when I got it home and it wouldn even fit over my shoulders...... but I kept it and have tried it on about 1 time per month since............. TODAY it FIT like it is supposed to... with a bit of room!!!!!!!!!!! Didn't go with my slacks today, but I will post a pic maybe tomorrow of me wearing it! This proves what I had thought... I am losing inches... or else all my fat is falling downward.. LOL Have a great day
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Goodmorning everyone! Suzzzie today is a new day, start fresh. Great NSV with the scrubs! lo2 I also heard to mix salads with the meat, this will help it go down, the same with pasta and rice. if you mix a little in with vegies and some type of sauce you will be able to eat it. And of course small bites! cj your weight loss is GREAT, 20 lbs a month most likely will not happen. The band is slower than GB. I go for my 2nd fill today. I know I currently have some restriction in the sense of when I am full and to stop eating. But, I also know that I currently still eat larger bites and eat to fast. I think later today this fill will change all this! I will keep you all posted.
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BG, Going to the gym is an awesome NSV!!! I hate the gym and I envy people who push past the unneccesary self loathing to go there and be with all those people. You are a huge star in my book!!!!!!
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My weekend had us visiting a friend on the street. An old friend of mine with a 9 y/o moved to my street a few years ago. The daughter called for an impromtu playdate. Me and friend drank a bottle of wine. Got the Bodybugg today, came home and got it downloaded. Tomorrow will be for real, with no wine. heheheh We have more friends tomorrow. A trip to the zoo with one group and then some over for dinner in the PM. It's my between classes weekend so I'm super scheduled. A little NSV for me, I put on a jean jacket I bought a few months ago. It was snug. Today it fit with room to spare. That was nice. I'm still feeling stiff from the fall/I want my mommy workout. Ack. I hope I feel better tomorrow. TX-The jersy thing would be cool. BG-Sorry you're still at work. You're still at work aren't you? D-What about you? What's your weekend like? Living the Dream-Don't let us intimidate you. Read the most recent 50 pages to get a feel for us. We're rather a tight group but if you can tough it out come hang with us. We all love biking. Yeah and for the more relavant biking stuff go back to pages 80-120 ish I think. Peach out! (Change a letter make a new word.)
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Dr. Gerald Kirshenbaum - Considering Dr. Kirshenbaum
deboregon replied to Shesha's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
there are so many responses I want to give to each of you, but emotionally am drained.:thumbdown: tucker had LAR-PAR surgery this afternoon. He came out all right, but postop problems of bleeding and infection are still possibilities. Unfortunately, he is not out of the woods. They found he has a hiatal hernia (between esophagus and stomach...probably all u nurses already know that:closedeyes:) and he would be at high risk of regurging into his lungs and getting aspiration pneumonia. so he will have abdominal surgery on tuesday to correct that. so please, once again, cross all those appendages for the boy...god bless him, he is the sweetest guy and is being very stoic through all this...not so much for the mother. I am a mess. hello to you all...congrats on losses, tatts, nsv's, etc. glad to see some lately absentees back....i will update in a couple of days. -
Dr. Gerald Kirshenbaum - Considering Dr. Kirshenbaum
marcyinak replied to Shesha's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Jaime - I got fills that were a few months apart. This worked for me (especially since I had to travel to get them) because I had to "adjust" myself...and also knowing FOR SURE that I needed a fill. I've lost a decent amount of weight. A little slower than others, but it's not a race, it's life! You don't HAVE TO get a fill anyway, it just helps the tool to work better. Just take your time and PLAN on a few fills the first year - you'll be fine and we're here for support. Brandy - thinking/praying for you and your DH...even way up here! Maybe the Northern Lights ARE majical?! Mini - that's just WAY COOL that you've been chosen. You should be very proud of how you've coped with this terrible disease in your life. I'm not sure I could be so graceful. Now: the boobs - I, too, have breast cancer in my near maternal side, but breast tissue changes so rapidly that I wouldn't get myself all worked up about it - because that can cause tissue changes too! The neighbors - this is going to sound corny/cheesy, but why don't you pray for your neighbors? Yeah, go ahead with the lawyers, etc., but maybe they just need a friend and that's why they want to live so close. After all that praying I suggest getting some really loud, young, super ADHD foster kids to play in the back yard! :thumbup: Works here! Lifesaver - I'm totally not interested in BFL (although that may change), but I wanted to thank you for passing along valuable information. Thank you, thank you! I was just thinking that I wrote, but no one was listening...then WHAMO tons of kudos for my NSV leather jacket! Thank you so much...I really DO need that sometimes! As do we all or we wouldn't be here. Halloween Challenge: Got my scale working so maybe I'll be able to weigh myself Friday. I'm on a volleyball team now and that's at least getting me active (and bruised...you should see my arms!)...even got slamed in the head from a Samoan spiking the ball! I'm so tough! (Sarcasm there!) Anyway, I've decided to not try so hard with the dieting...I was so miserable last week and not enjoyable to be around...I decided that I'll just be more careful about what I put in my mouth and choose "good" food over crap and see how that goes. I may be in need of a fill, but that's not happening for a while if it does at all. I'm not quitting, but I'm not going to be as miserable as I was a couple of years ago when I WAS fat and didn't have the Band! -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
LookingForward22 replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Two new NSV’s: most of my necklaces I have always needed an extender for, but this week I was able to wear one of my favorites without an extender. When I went for a drs appt, my doctor proudly stated… I’m soon going to need the regular blood-pressure cuff for you! Progress has been slow… slower than I’d like, but things seem to be moving in the right direction still. -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
summerseeker replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
My First NSV. I went to the hairdressers at 50 pounds lighter and thought she had bought new chairs because I had so much room in them. Deep joy -
Weirdest None-Scale-Victory - I'll go first
summerseeker replied to chiquitatummy's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I love a cross body handbag. My NSV is having to shorten the strap because the bag hangs way to low now that my back is so much thinner. -
Breakfast: 1 bowl of shredded mini wheats w/ skim milk Snack: 1/2 of Cinnamon Crunch Bagel from Panera Bread w/ reduced fat hazelnut cream cheese Lunch: 2 slices of beef brisket, and about 1 cup of fries a couple of cinnamon sliced apples Dinner: Steak (approx.6-7 oz.) about 10 shrimp a little cajun rice and broccoli 1st PB incident, this weekend, while eating spareribs and beef brisket from Famous Daves. NSV this weekend, fit into a suit I couldn't fit since 2 years ago. guilty of not weighing myself every week ( gotta get that scale) and not going to the gym (but trying to walk everyday it's nice out) :help:
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Hi all! I..am..so..darn..busy..that..I..can't..even..breathe (seems like). D - I am so envious, part of my busyness is trying to juggle a 120 hour internship with teaching full-time + taking a class. I would positively kill to give one of the three "jobs" up. Well..not really kill, after all that's pretty bad form for a nurse, but..you know what I mean. Good job on continuing to run. I am impressed. HP - Happy Dance time!! :biggrin: Your NSVs over the past 2 weeks are so motivating! Pix are great and I love, love, love your purple jersey. What awesome weather for riding!! Going to use the bike as my transportation this week. Pray for no rain during commuting time. I can't do a thing with my hair on a good day - let alone after an outdoor shower! Take care all, have a great week - full of wheels, sunshine and tailwinds! KY
