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Surgery was nov 19th 2012. I never appreciated 173 this much in my life.

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Im also 4'10- so i have still 50-60 pounds to lose

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Hello lovely people, I live in Cairo, Egypt, I'm an Egyptian, had my surgery 6/25/2012... Happy to follow this thread :)

Ahlan! Where in Cairo do you live? I lived there for two years and taught at the American International in Egypt. I absolutely adore Egypt. So glad you found this thread.

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Hi tisa, and all newbies! Welcome :)

scale said 173 today (victory dance, belly shake lol)

Mabrook, habibeti!!!!

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Ahlan wa sahlan Teddy Bear!

Catherine, every time I see a post from you my eyes are drawn to your pic. I'm assuming those are your children. You've sure got some gorgeous kids!

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Ahlan! Where in Cairo do you live? I lived there for two years and taught at the American International in Egypt. I absolutely adore Egypt. So glad you found this thread.

That should be the American International School in Egypt . :):):)

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Petra, allahberek feeky habebty ;)

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Now if any of you lovely ladies can find me an 3arees (groom) i will be set. Homegrown american with middle eastern roots is my pref. lol

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Now if any of you lovely ladies can find me an 3arees (groom) i will be set. Homegrown american with middle eastern roots is my pref. lol

I have the perfect guy for you. The only thing is that he's Christian, not Muslim. Born in Syria, graduated from Ga. Tech and is an engineer. He's pretty religious too. His dad is a preacher and he is also working toward his masters degree in seminary... and he's super handsome, kind, sweet, etc.. I know you said you aren't really religious, though. Love, love this guy and would go for him myself if he weren't 10 years younger! I know you're mostly joking but couldn't help but write about him because he's just so awesome.

Oh and here's something I think you'll get a kick out of... one of the first things I learned to say in Arabic was, " Ana mitgawiizha" (I'm married). Apologies for the poor transliteration. Cairo is full of flirty, flirty men. :)

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Awe thanks petra. Im not religious but my family wpuld kill me, im sure his wouldnt be happy either. Thanks though :)

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Awe thanks petra. Im not religious but my family wpuld kill me, im sure his wouldnt be happy either. Thanks though :)

I get it! :):):)

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Just FYI everyone, foulen (fava beans) are excellent Protein and Fiber source. Just dont overdo the olive oil....i only put half a teaspoon if not less in mine. Fresh lime or lemon juice and some cumin. I had it with egg this morning. I am still missing falafel, but I will save that craving for when I get to Alexandria this year ISA.

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Oh, I love fava Beans. My Sudenese friends showed me how to cook them with galic, tomtoes, onions, cumin, and then a big spoon of Peanut Butter then dressed with olive oil and fresh lemon. I always eat them with pita though. However, when I am post sleeve I will try to remember to eat some fool.

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Haha, I am post sleeve and could only get a tablespoon in and some egg. I was full. I was able to eat it at 4 weeks out when I was on mushies because I made super soft. Good luck with your surgery.

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Slaam

Iam saudi and 2 week post op i had main here, and for mor then a week l have not lost anything which is really bad news but still i have long way to go.

U gays are the best thanks

♡☆☆☆☆☆♥

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