Sept. Samurai Surgery Check-in

[terilynn112 1]

I'm with the others. You have a lot to be proud of. You're doing awesome. And you have a tool that will help you keep it off, Does she? Nope.

Teri

[kiz 1]

Debbie, when you get that kind of reaction, take it as affirmation that you're doing good, it shows, and people are taking notice. Hold your head up high, and be proud of your success. If someone with an inflated ego gets a bit bruised, that's their problem. Don't let their jealous snit get you down. You have have every reason in the world to be proud of your accomplishments. :hurray:

[kiz 1]

Today was a particularly tough "eating" day and I don't know why. it just was. But I made it through and tomorrow's another day. The old me would throw in the WW towel and just binge but not anymore. I take it a day at a time, a meal at a time..eat my Protein, drink my Water. Start over. That's all I can do.

That's my motto too, snz! I'm not now nor will I ever be a perfectionist, and I'm not going to let a momentary lapse send me into a tailspin. One day at a time!!

[debbieperez55 0]

Thank you all so much for your support. Once I wrote it I was able to let it go. THANK GOODNESS

You are all the best! Debbie

[debbieperez55 0]

I finally got the nerve to use my real picture. I am working on my body image, my brain just does me in. I know it is small, but it is me. All of my, just like I am. This is so much harder that I thought it would be. Hiding behind my cat was so much easier. Debbie

[*slim* 2]

You have no reason to hide. You are pretty! Inside and out!

[Niecey 0]

Debbie,

I had to laugh reading about your sister-in-law. It just shows how insecure she is, having to talk about herself all the time. And the fact that she wouldn't shut up long enough to let anyone talk about how great you look just shows how much it bothers her. 74 pounds is awesome! And just think by this time next year you can ask her how that Weight Watchers diet is going ...:thumbup:. Sorry, that was mean. :thumbup::lol:

Denise

[heidib 15]

debbieperez.....i know how you feel. I'm losing slow....verrrrry slow. Only about 20ish pounds after 9/25 surgery. My parents joined WW just a month ago and mom lost 10 and dad, 16. I commented how they're losing "more" than me...but the difference is that I KNOW they will go back to their bad habits and gain it back and start the vicious cycle over again.

What you're doing.....phenomenal loss and is a life change.

My mom even commented how my dad thinks when he hits the "10%" he can add food back. Whoaaaa! he just doesn't get it.

So...the 13 pounder will be quiet next reunion when she's gained it back and you'll be even lighter and healthier.

Don't sweat it. Not worth it. And congrats on your loss

Debbie~ I have to agree w/ this response. Next year you will have all your weight off & she will have gained back

her 13 ++++++++!! Keep it up! You deserve to strut your stuff girl!!!!!

[heidib 15]

Hello all Samurais! i don't really post here often. I had my surgery 9/25/08 and I've only lost about 20 pounds. When I read all the big numbers it gets me a little upset. I know I could "do more" but I'm evolving and learning to live this new life. I'm losing slow...but I'll still see 50+ pounds gone when the year bandiversary comes 'round.

Today was a particularly tough "eating" day and I don't know why. it just was. But I made it through and tomorrow's another day. The old me would throw in the WW towel and just binge but not anymore. I take it a day at a time, a meal at a time..eat my Protein, drink my Water. Start over. That's all I can do.

Hey your doing great!! I've lost a bit slower then most too. Hang in there!

[heidib 15]

DEbbie~How many times have we ALL done weight/W & gained it ALL back ++++?!?! I know I have MANY times.

[heidib 15]

A little update on me~ I was suppossed to get a fill monday 23rd but couldn't make it. :frown: I haven't had a fill in TWO months :thumbup: but haven't really needed one untill I'd say the last 2 wks or so. Now I really need one & I go this

monday. I've started w/ the gym last week & have been doing godd w/ that. I'm a bit frustrated because I have been at 186. lbs for week!!! :thumbup: I'm gonna push the fluids & keep exercising & I know I'll see 185 soon!

Keep it up all!!!!!!

[heidib 15]

Have any of you been losing hair? ?? I have noticed it big time. :-(

[terilynn112 1]

yes i'm loosing hair!!!!!!!!!!!!!

teri

[kiz 1]

Have any of you been losing hair? ?? I have noticed it big time. :-(

I started losing gobs of hair around six weeks after surgery. It stopped as suddenly as it started at about four months. I really think it's a hormonal response to surgery. I had the same experience after previous surgeries and childbirth.

[heidib 15]

I've talked to others in the chat rm about the hair thing. Most of them said it started about 4-5months & ended 6-7 months. So I hope this is the extent of it for me. :tt2:

Well, I go for my first fill in 2 months on monday {THANK GOODNESS}! I really need it now!!!! :tongue:

Hang in there everyone! Your all doing great!!!!!

Ps~ This morning I FINALLY got to 185!!!! YAAAAAY! I have been at 186 for weeks!!!! Now I gotta stay away from the scale for awhile! :thumbup: