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  • Tomorrow is the big day! I am praying for your surgery to go smoothly, that you have an easy recovery and that you lose weight steadily. Remember, today is a great day for pictures. That ones of your whole body, problem areas, some fully dressed to show others, some not so public for your eyes only. It's the only time you…
    in Surgery 6-15-15 Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • I have every one of those things on my list. Thanks for helping me see I am on the right track. All of you have such great suggestions. I bought a small, portable scale and travel bowls today.
    in Summer Vacation Travel Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • I have every one of those things on my list. Thanks for helping me see I am on the right track. All of you have such great suggestions. I bought a small, portable scale and travel bowls today.
    in Summer Vacation Travel Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • Only one day apart!
    in Find your WLS twin. Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • ! Never thought about salad, hold the lettuce. That's perfect! I often look at the salad menu and want to just get what's on top. When did you all start eating lettuce and raw veggies? (Only 1.5 months out)
    in Summer Vacation Travel Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • Do you all count your protein shakes as fluid as well as protein??? My nutritionist said I could NOT. Can't count skim milk either. Only clear liquids like water, crystal light or tea. Are you making your shakes with water or milk?
    in complications Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • 4/21/15 RNY
    in Find your WLS twin. Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • Yeah! Why is that? Isn't water supposed to be the easiest on your stomach? I find it really hard, but tea, crystal light, milk, etc. all go down fine. Only I feel like water is better for me. Is it?
    in Goals Thread - Let's hear 'em! Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • What a great leader! Commitment, resolve, perseverance, tenacity. So proud of your accomplishment. Makes us all look good. Thanks for setting the bar higher.
    in 1,000 Days of Tracking Comment by valschlecht June 2015
  • Hi, Jen. It's nice to have you as part of the group. I had a BMI of 44, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, neuropathy, arthritis, anxiety, depression, and more pain than I could live with. I am 6 weeks post-op (April 21), have lost a total of 67 pounds since last July when I started on the WLS journey and am…
    in New to the site and group Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • I have seen both psychiatrists and psychologists for years. I only had WLS 6 weeks ago. Yah, I'm a bit crazy! However, when you know that your feelings aren't jiving with your values and desires, it's time to get some help. I was a teacher/administrator for over 25 years, raised four kids, and I know that feeling of touch…
    in Do you have a counselor? How did you choose? Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Thanks for all the suggestions. I think my nutritionist and I will have a talk!
    in Help Needed with Vitamins Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Gleno, we are just two weeks apart from our surgery dates and have similar weight loss goals. Would like to keep in touch and compare notes. Sent you a friend request.
    in Hello Everyone, New Guy VSG Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Your stomach is just gone! I had RNY, but I carry most of me weight in my stomach. Seems like I lose everywhere else, but that stomach fat is stubborn. Perhaps I have hope. You look fantastic.
    in Sleeved - 2months down Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Much better way to think about it, Trayjay. I managed to friend each of you, and even better, I set up my profile page. Then I set up a Fitbit account and connected it with Trendweight. I didn't realize how helpful technology could be to losing weight. Now I need to actually buy a Fitbit and digital scale. My skills are…
    in New to the group! Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • You have curves! What a difference. Congratulations and thanks for the motivation.
    in My almost 6 months photo Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • My goals for this week are to: Walk 2 miles (attained yesterday).So now I need to do it daily. Figure out a plan for drinking 64 Oz. Everyday and doing it. . Invest some time in preparing delicious food instead of eating food off the shelf or in a can. Keep up my Bible reading plan so I stay spiritually healthy.
    in Goals Thread - Let's hear 'em! Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • What is C25K?
    in Goals Thread - Let's hear 'em! Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Hi, everyone! Sounds like we have a built in support group. I had RNY on April 21. I lost 30 pounds pre-op and have lost 37 since. Need all the friend I can get who know what I'm going through. Will add you all to my friend list as soon as I figure out how. Val (AKA old dog learning new tricks).
    in New to the group! Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Congratulations on your 11 pounds! You are halfway there. I had my RNY on April 21 of this year. I, too, was worried about losing pre-surgery. One thing that helped me a great deal was Susan Leach's book Before and After. I still read it almost daily. It is a great resource. I also found that trying a protein shake as a…
    in Presurgery Weight Loss Comment by valschlecht May 2015
  • Started my journey two weeks ago. Needed some inspiration. Thanks for providing it! Keep it up.
    in Monthly progression Comment by valschlecht May 2015
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