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    in 2018 might do me in Comment by CEK0220 June 2018
  • Congrats and you're going to do great! Very normal to be a bit nervous, but you're in good hands with your team. Be sure to follow the doctor's orders, and sip sip sip!
    in Surgery Monday June 25 Comment by CEK0220 June 2018
  • Hey there! I have a few favorite protein shakes that I enjoy. The Mocha Frappe is my morning go-to shake. Mocha Frappe 2 rounded tsp - Folgers Instant Decafe Coffee Crystals 1 scoop - Body Fortress Chocolate Whey Isolate Protein 1 tsp - Stevia In the Raw Extract 1 Tbsp - Hershey's Cocoa 8 oz - Vanilla Unsweetened Almond…
    in Protein Shake Recipes! Comment by CEK0220 June 2018
  • Amazing post, Rob! Thanks for sharing with us. You're an inspiration.
    in One Year post-Surgery Comment by CEK0220 October 2015
  • Welcome to the board! Take heart and realize that this is going to be one of the best things you've ever done for yourself. Try not to over think things. Follow the program, and your surgeon's recommendations. It is a good idea to start walking now if you have the ability to do so. You're gonna do great. Most important…
    in Starting the Process Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • WOOO WHOOO LOOK AT YOU! Great job! You look amazing! Keep up the awesome job!
    in 4 months post op, 60lbs down progress pics Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • My goodness! Thank you all so much!
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Yes, you can always change/modify your goals. Don't worry too much about it. Just maybe set a goal for now and see how things go. Make a short term goal. For instance, focus on losing a percentage of your current weight. And when you hit that, make a new goal.
    in Help with Goal weight Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Thank you dragonflies6, Trayjay33, and lmryoung. It's been such a wild ride, and I am so thankful to be on it!
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • It's so very important to drink your water. You do NOT want to get dehydrated. The timer is a good idea.
    in 3 days post RNY surgery Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Good luck Katydid86 and ThinGwen! Y'all are gonna do great!
    in Newbie, Surgery 8/3 Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Oh geez, I have got to work on the water and protein. I hope I get to the point where it just happens without having to think about it. But until then, I have to work on it.
    in August goals thread Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Renaejae, I have also found that day to day may be different for me. One day I can have something, and then try the leftovers the next day and not be able to tolerate it. That's not to worry you, but to let you know that if it happens it's normal. I've had this happen a few times. Also, the nurse that runs our support…
    in Puree Stage is not a picnic Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Fantastic! Great job, and I bet you feel wonderful, too!
    in A little update Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Thank you akindofmagick and joysie1970. I am loving the new cut, ANNNND I colored it this weekend. It's not the color I was looking for, but it's not bad. I've gotten a lot of compliments on it. And yes, Joysie, there were some pretty ugly days there for a while, but they seem to be behind me now!
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Exciting! You're gonna do great though. Just remember to walk as soon and as much as possible and sip your water! Good luck!
    in Monday, Monday, Monday! Comment by CEK0220 August 2015
  • Thanks, Lori. I feel pretty darned good these days, too. :D
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Congrats! cmchandler74, yes, some insurance plans require the evaluation, but not all. If you want/need to know if your plan requires it, call the number on the back of your card and inquire.
    in Psych appointment complete Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Renaejae - I DO know what you mean! LOL I had been hesitant to try salad. For some reason in my head it just wasn't going to go down. But the other day I had a lettuce wrap from Jimmy Johns and it went just fine. I am quite a bit further out than you, so don't be discouraged if it doesn't work at first. anbrdr -…
    in Puree Stage is not a picnic Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Thanks everyone!
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • It took me a long while before I wasn't exhausted. There are still some days that I don't have energy, but that may be the Texas heat... Hang in there, it will get better.
    in 6 weeks out vsg and still no energy Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Thank you all so much for your kind words. And 911Chrisy, yes, take pictures!! And when you're feeling down, frustrated, or just like you don't feel that there is progress, pull them out... You will be amazed!
    in Just wanted to share... Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • I love this thread and seeing how well you've all done!
    in Recent NSV? Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Awesome thread! Giving me some great ideas!
    in Body Bucket List Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • I'm a bit of a slow loser, and had a couple of stalls. Here are my stats. Pre-op weight loss - 14 lbs One month - 16 lbs Two months - 13 lbs
    in Weight Loss One Month Post Op Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Some yummy looking dishes here!
    in Let's see what you are eating. Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Hope you are feeling better. Congrats on getting rid of the CPAP soon!
    in UTI / Kidney Stones after surgery Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • I love adding coffee to my morning shakes! So yummy! And like a few others have mentioned, the Sytrax Nectar is one of my favorites. I have the Fuzzy Navel and Vanilla Bean Torte right now and one of my favorite things to do is mix the two of them together.
    in Protein Powder - looking for new source and good deals Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • Just like all the things in my life that I have to "fit in", I find I just have to prioritize and make things happen. I tell myself that if it is important to me, I will make it work. Thankfully I have an understanding boss who allowed me some extra time here and there when I needed a day time appointment.
    in Just getting started Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
  • You're probably about done with this stage and have moved on to the soft food stage. I still have trouble with eggs, and have given up on them for a while. I will try again in a few months. Hoping things are much better for you now.
    in Puree Stage is not a picnic Comment by CEK0220 July 2015
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