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Sorry I didn't see this earlier. No, I wasn't hungry, just mad. I think it's a bit of buyers remorse right now. Watching my family actually eat food and I'm just sipping away on a freaking shake is driving me nuts. Grocery shopping hasn't been fun either. It's hard to find food to eat right now. I guess I'm glad I don't…

Things went well!! I spent two nights in the hospital and came home Saturday last week. I've been really lucky with getting my protein and water down. Oddly, I had a stall on day 7 and day 8, but that was my fault. I didn't get my protein in. I just can't stomach the shakes with milk or almond milk anymore. Waaaayyyy to…

Thank you everyone! It's very reassuring to read these posts. I'll update as soon as I can.

As weird as it sounds, I hope I do. If there is a way to cheat, I will find it. Happens every time.

I was also set on having the sleeve, but my surgeon disagreed. I have a lot of weight to lose and the sleeve wasn't going to work fast enough for me. Having RNY will also give me two tools to acheive my weight loss. He explained that if you like sugar, having RNY will eliminate the "want" mostly because if you do eat…

I got the call today....I'm APPROVED!! Surgery is scheduled for April 7. Next week is one day of pre op clearance and then I meet with my surgeon and go over details. I'm excited and scared out of my mind at the same time. I know it will be ok, I just have to calm down and trust that I chose the right path for me.

Amazing loss!!! How was your pre op phase? You and I have similar starting weights though I'm a bit heavier.

Thank you all! I have been trying a very low calorie diet for the last 2 weeks and it's not helping. I've actually gained so I think my body thinks it"s in starvation mode. So much to learn!

Hi there! I too have a about 200 to lose and I'm looking for active friends to help along the way. I'm (trying) to do low carb high protein, but it's tough. Feel free to add me with a message. Congrats on shedding 43 so far!

So, I know this is an old thread, but there has to be more women like me out there! I am about 45lbs into a 165lb weight loss. I need encouraging friends that hold me accountable. ANy takers? Feel free to send me a friend request please!!!!

Feel free to add me if you want. I'm in it for the long haul.....again!

ok, I'm in! My coffee is tasting to good right now though. Switching to water.......

I'm also a SAHM to 4 kiddos. 8 y/o B, 4 y/o G, and B/G twins 9mos. I feel like I am constantly chasing my tail! I could use the extra motivation that only other mothers in our situation can give. Thanks!

I'd love to join! I need the group support and extra oomph!

I would love to join you ladies! A little extra motivation never hurt anyone!

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QOTD: Monday: What is more important to YOUR weight loss journey: Diet or Exercise? Diet is more important to me right now. Exercise burns off whatever I screw up and eat. QOTD Tuesday: I often crave sweet stuff and very often give into temptation without much thought. What strategies do you use to keep your willpower…

QOTD Saturday---What motivates you? My children. I want to be able to play and run and ride bikes for however long they want to and not have to take a break because I can't keep up. I want to be able to take them to the roller coaster and ride with them without worrying about whether I fit in the seat.

Wednesday QOTD: Probably my MFP partner Maria!! She helps keep me accountable and bugs me until I exercise. (all in a good way!) Thanks Maria!

QOTD Tuesday-low cal snack. My fav right now is a medium banana with about 2T nutella spread and smooshed around it. Super yummy! It gives me my chocolate fix!

You look so beautiful!! What an awesome job you are doing and you're doing all for YOU! Way to go Maria. You are such an inspiration to me and to never give up even when I want to. Keep up the wonderful job you are doing. Someday I'll be posting pics.

QOTD Thursday--supplements: I try and remember to take a Daily Multi vitamin but I usually forget. QOTD Friday--Biggest food weakness: Alcohol and chocolate. I am not a daily drinker, but I do enjoy a cocktail or beer a couple times a week. I know that that is what is holding up my weight loss and I'm making a daily habit…

I think today is my day for a question but I'm not sure so I'll just throw one out there. (And it really doesn't pertain to anything) Which PB is your fav and what is your favorite way to eat it? I like Jif. But I'm also really really like Nuttella! I put Nuttella on a banana and give it to the kids. They love it!…

QOTD: If you could walk into ANY store and WEAR anything and money was not an object WHERE would you shop and WHAT would you buy?? I defiantly agree with Victoria Secret. That and a sexy little black dress that will wow my hubby! QOTD: What is your top 5 songs on your excercise playlist I'm a country girl (obviously why my…

Maria--that is funny right there!! :laugh:

Saturday QOTD: If you could make one food calorie-free what would it be? My first thought was ice cream closely followed by beer. But I'm really missing my pizza so that's what I'm going for. Any kind will do, cheese stuffed, thin crust, pan crust, dipped in butter. Heck I'd even go for frozen.

I am Baaaccckkkk Diamonds!!! This week was killer busy for me and I'm sorry for my lack of involvement. I taught VBS for church this week and had 32 little Pre-K munchkins. Talk about a serious drain on energy. I'm so excited about this round of Diamonds! Lets kick it girls!

Are you active in any other MFP message boards to help you with your goals? Do you have weekly/monthly goals? What are they and how do you keep track of them? I was when I first started on MFP, but almost all of those fell apart. I found DITR a few months ago and it is the only one I'm on. I don't have time for any others!…

Love this! and yes it does count!