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Using a ride on mower is "the easy way out" no one criticizes people for those things because it's common to take the "easy way out" on those things without making others self conscious. Never do you hear, "Well sure Ralph's lawn looks good. He took the easy way out by getting a ride-on mower". Yeah, but Ralph had to pay…

I know that feeling of slacking. And I know when I'm doing it. My biggest problems are remembering to take small bites and chew thoroughly or it will feel stuck. I also need to slow down the pace that I am eating. The other thing is remember to eat your protein first off the plate or I won't get enough. I'm trying to get…

I was banded Jan 28th of this year. It's taken effort and I'm not in the green zone-yet! Add me to your friend list please. You will need support after because unlike RnY and Sleeve surgery, your will be much slower loss and even stall out at about 3-4 weeks. Be patient with yourself and remember to stay in contact with…

I was banded on January 28th of this year. Since then I have lost 23 lbs. to date. The band does require more accountability and maintenance. My surgeon says it does work but very few people have what it takes to make it work for them. That being said I had many questions and did much research both externally and…

Just because we take advantage of medical advances doesn't mean we are cheating. As anyone who has had WLS knows, it's NOT a shortcut, it's a tool. After all anyone who takes pain med for pain is taking advantage of medical advances. Isn't it cheating to not just suffer the pain??? So we choose to be proactive and make a…

As a lap band newbie, (one month out) 2 things come to mind. First, TRACK YOUR PROTEIN! My nut says that gives you more bang for the buck. Meaning you will feel satisfied longer. Also if possible contact your old nutritionist to get a plan going again. In short back to basics boot camp. I am proud for all of you that you…

Calicat. I like to attend a step aerobics class. Everyone there is WAY skinnier than me but I do have the coordination required, and although I am the heaviest one in the class, I can still kick butt and keep pace with the "skinnies". Many times they will follow my lead. Size doesn't matter when it comes to ability. We all…

Thank you GRIM! I was wondering what I was doing wrong. I have followed everything to the letter. Including when I shower, switching to decaf, and keeping count on water intake. Where should I look to find the information on the "3 week stall"? I find Obesityhelp.com not so easy to navigate. Any other websites geared…

Firstly, I love your user name. Divalicious Queen. I wish I'd thought of that! Second. Once the pain passes and you keep your eyes on the prize you may find your regret fading too. Not everyone has the perfect experience with WLS but your experience can be useful in helping others looking for support. Wishing you the best.…

I am back on full duty. I am still careful but glad to be back doing the things I am used to doing. There is a lot of moving cases of wine/spirits but as long as I remain focused on the mechanics of proper lifting, I haven't had a problem. I try to stay extra hydrated due to the "on the go" nature of my work. Being busy is…

Just heard back from work, they are making an allowance for me (very very rare for the Liquor Commission), I can go back on Monday on "light duty" and then full status the following week. I will still take very good care not to over do it. Bandit's story has really stuck with me. I don't want to end up back on the table.…

My only comment is on your brother's reaction and how to get his support. Firstly does he know what you know? His concerns appears to come from a lack of understanding of what you actually know about your requirements. It sounds like more communication is needed so that you both are on the same wavelength. Secondly if he…

I love this quote! Well put!

All good advice, esp, Bandit. It doesn't mean that I don't still want to stomp around and pout like a petulant child. I will be good...if I have to... good news, I can move to stage 4 diet. Yay cheese!

Sue how do you feel about the 'bedside' manner of the rest of the bariatric team? This will be important. Find someone on the team, nutritionist, coordinator, support group person, or other that you can connect with. The reason this is soooo vital is because you need to feel you can approach someone to answer your…

It was weird to try to wrap my head around a concept I just had never experienced, but it's real and then all the doubts about whether I was just lazy or lacked willpower were silenced with the "proximity alarm". In the meantime try exploring protein rich foods, I love the quest bars, and make it a goal to eat S-L-O-W-E-R…

Granted I'm only 9 days out but I have noticed some changes in my brain of all places. First of all, for me pre-surgery, the smell of yummy food would literally DRIVE me to eat it. Like I had a constant "food proximity alert" going off in my brain. I could never forget left-over pizza in the fridge, leave a box of anything…

You may find that your surgeon is more understanding than you are fearing. After all, you aren't slacking, you are suffering. Once this passes (no pun intended) you will be back on track, and probably with more determination than before. All the best to you. :happy:

"America's Oldest Resort" Wolfeboro, NH I am the assistant manager at the NH Liquor and Wine Outlet. I am also a Certified Specialist of Wine. I have 3 children--all grown. one grandson and another grandchild on the way. Also it's really cold out and the weather has been…well….psychotic.

Devilsh look….he he heh

I am scheduled to have the band procedure at the end of this month. I also considered the sleeve. I finally settled on the band as opposed to the sleeve for the following reasons: More personal accountability: Because of the high "failure rate" as they call it, I had to think long and hard about how I felt regarding my own…

I can totally put my hair up in a pony tail like that chic! Sweet! We're practically twins!