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So, we just got back from a fantastic holiday, nearly 3 weeks in Cuba. Beautiful country and the Cuban's were very friendly and lovely :)

I have to admit that I was scared before going away, as I only had my sleeve on 23/07/2015 and was worried about getting enough protein/water and food I could eat/tolerate. Especially as the majority of the holiday was driving round the Island and I wasn't sure what we would be eating. I took 24 Protein bars and a bag of Vitamins and off we headed to the sun. I ate clean, well 97% of the time, drank Water and stuck to chicken and fish when I could. I was sick 4 times (ate to much or too fast, or had food that didn't sit well with the sleeve) but otherwise everything was okay. I had a small beer near to the end of the holiday and it made no effect at all! I was very disappointed that I didn't feel drunk (only kidding!)

Jumped on the scales this morning and I am 5llbs down from before I went away. I was astounded as I felt I did eat a lot even though I stuck to the plan. I have NEVER EVER been on holiday and come back lighter than when I went. I LOVE my sleeve!

Kate (watching the rain pour from the English sky and wishing she was back in Cuba :angry:)

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Well girl I will be following on your footsteps very soon. I have moved my goal from 12 to 10 stone as I feel that I can lose a good bit more . So pleased you had a good time

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I've heard quite a few people mention that they returned from vacation smaller then before they left. That's a win-win in my book (weight loss and adventure).

Glad you had a great time.

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Thanks @@chrisredjeep and @@Kathy812

Chris, we need to speak on the phone before you go!

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Congrats Kate! You are definitely a winner! ????

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fantastic holiday

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@@_Kate_

3 weeks away from home

had a great time :rolleyes:

getting all your Water, Protein etc

still losing 5 lbs!!

you are aces

how cool are you :)

you made ONE mistake

you forget to invite me :(

maybe next time??

i don't take up much room in suitcase!!!!!

kathy

congrats

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Lol, I will remember for next time Kathy ;-) and thanks!

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