August Bandsters How are you Doing So Far

[magnetismchick 0]

hey all. I read everyday, but never post.

You are all so encouraging. Keep up the good work.

I had my 5th fill today. 6ccish in a 10cc band.

I hope this is it. my "sweet spot". Keep your fingers crossed,

I can't wait to Onedurful.... 12 lbs to go.

[pizzicato66 1]

Well, Val, at least you're in good company, and we all now know we're human, huh? Be kind to yourself and you'll get back there. :-)

I will confess, I did have one piece of caramel yesterday and some coffee with sugar in it this morning, but that is all I'll have that's off-list today. I figured out it was from being hungry on the liquids and not timing meals/snacks well, so I'll work on that today! Just got on the scale and I'm down to 114.5 (another 1.5 gone)! Love the liquid phases, don't you?

This morning I stopped and got my 6 month bloodwork done, so now I'll wait and see what they find. TEN little vials - crazy! I guess they run a lot of nutritional counts to make sure I'm getting the important stuff in. What amuses me is how "fasting" means nothing to me now after all the surgical hoops. Gosh - I have to wait on Breakfast till 9am?? There's a tough one! LOL

We had -10 this morning, but the northern part of the state had -30 to -40, so I figure we were the lucky ones! How's everyone else doing this lovely bone-cold morning?

[Frangipani 1]

Hi Magnetismchick,

Good to hear from you and glad to hear you're doing well! I remember you. I know you don't post very often, but you definitely have a pretty unforgettable Avatar!

Val, I struggle with night hunger too. I often find that if I ignore it long enough, it just goes away. If I need to, I will snack on something small such as applesauce, sugar free pudding, a few nuts, 1/4 cup of cottage cheese, or an Edy's frozen juice bar. Whenever possible however, I try not to snack at night as it always seems to slow my weight loss........

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[valstar 0]

Night time eating has been an issue for me especially since my mother passed. I always get hungry around the time I would have been talking to her on the phone. For the past few days, I have been going to bed to get far from the kitchen. I have to find something else to fill the void. The scale is moving, slowly but it is moving. Not changing my ticker until I am at my 6 month goal (even if it takes 7 months!).

Stayed home from work today because I didn't want to go out in the cold and snow!

Thanks for the encouragement.

Val

[pizzicato66 1]

Val, it sounds like you're a bit lonely at night. Here's a thought - have you considered getting a pet? Do you have a friend or family member you can call and gab with? I know neither is a replacement for your mom, but it might help fill that gap.

I can't tell you how much difference it makes for me having my furchild come around for snuggles at night. He's a great listener too! Nothing like 63 lbs of warm fur-covered love to make you feel better!

[valstar 0]

I have a cat, two kids, a grandchild and a husband in the house. It is not external. I have to resolve some things in me. I am work full time, in classes and working on a dissertation. I need to make sure I get proper rest and slow down. Sometimes at night, I am so revved up. food slows me down. My mom was my best friend, my biggest cheerleader, my trusted confidant and my wisest advisor. She helped to ground me. I need to figure out how to ground myself. Thanks for listening and offering suggestions.

Val

[pizzicato66 1]

Hmmm - have you thought about journalling to her? Sounds strange, but you can write all the things you'd want to share with her. I know it's not the same, but it could help.

I hear you that you need to work through it - it's really healthy of you to see that! Glad to hear you have all the family around as well.

:-)

[valstar 0]

You know, I hadn't thought about journaling. That has worked for me in the past. I think I'll give it a try. Thanks!

Val

[pizzicato66 1]

2.5 lbs for me this week! Would have been better but I made the mistake of baking for coworkers on Saturday. Next time, I'll bake Sunday night so it's not around the house all weekend! Better still, I won't bake at all!

[whosyadaddy 0]

yeah dont bake at all better idea for me...

..wait...i dont bake...lol

[rumar 1]

Hello everyone. It's been a while since I last posted. It seems we all have slowed posting somewhat since being banded. I'm very please with my weight loss thus far. I can now get into a size 18. I haven't seen that since my son was born 17 yrs ago. I must admit I kind of get tired of people asking me over and over what I am doing to lose weight. I don't tell them anything about the band (at least not yet). It is still a lifestyle change and I still have to watch what I eat. I basically fuel myself every 2-3 hrs. It's good to see everyone's progress and I wish you all continued success.

[pizzicato66 1]

Hey Rumar - good to see you back! Congrats on hitting the 18s! It's a great feeling, isn't it!

Don't be a stranger now!

[whosyadaddy 0]

Hey checking in. Down 145lbs

Running a 5k race this weekend!

[salsa1877 10]

Whosya - You amaze me with every post!

So I did my workout yesterday. 1.5 hours cardio and weights combined. So I have a crazy nutritionist that has told me because I can't eat enough food to stop losing weight, and I refuse to start eating crappy foods, that she wants me to slow down on the exercise. So I will agree to only do 4 days a week now. We will see how that affects my challenge. I may have to drop it by 5 hous and only do 20 hours a month. I had a huge rant on another board so if anyone wants to see what she said to me, let me know and you too can feel my frustration!

[pizzicato66 1]

Keep up the great work, guys/gals!