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When I was "normal" size, I was 170 lbs. and wore a size 14, and I looked underweight at that weight and size. . I am 5 11 and have a large frame (bigggg wrists!). It does depend on your body type and height. And these are just recommendations. Each person is different. It does depend healthwise on what kind of weight it…

Yep, rainy down here in Southwestern MI. Schools are closed because of flooding. (Remnants of) Ike take a hike!

Ali, I don't want to drum up fear of these children. But it is reality that it is a physically dangerous job with some individuals on the autism spectrum.. I don't think people are making judgements about all autistic children based on my comments. Believe it or not, I do care and do know about life with an autistic child,…

Hi. I just wanted to respond. No, the boy's head wasn't hurt at all, thank goodness. And the next day, I went back to his classroom and set up a sensory program for him (I'm an occupational therapist, but working as a sub teacher). I didn't mean to hurt anyone's feelings. But it is a reality that working with autistic…

Thank you everyone! Yes, he hit me hard. He's been known to knock people out. I was just unlucky. I don't blame him, as it was his autism, not him personally attacking me, that caused harm. I was in the nurse's office for over an hour crying my eyes out in pain. Yes, working with autistic children should be up there in the…

I just need a dose of sympathy:blushing: . On Sept. 2, the first day of school, I was working at a special education school. An autistic boy headbutted me in the mouth. After filling out a pile of paperwork, I was able to go to the dentist on workman's comp. I have 5 loose teeth, and the nerve root in two is lacerated and…

I like the idea of rinsing and baking nuts to get the sodium off. I would never of thought that on my own. I am supposed to keep to 2k of sodium a day...it's hard to do! Take care...

My prayers are with him too.

Thanks to all of you for your advice. I am on a very low carb diet that the bariatric surgeon put me on (I am having lap-band in a few weeks), just waiting for Medicaid approval. I think the best idea for me is to call the nutritionist at the bariatric surgeon's and do a food diary/use the tools here, and then get advice…

I am on a high protein/low carb diet. For the last week, I have been exhausted. Has anybody had experiences of being very low energy while on this type of diet? Yesterday, I slept 16 hours straight :yawn: I also have sleep apnea, but that has been under control and nothing has changed in that area. Or I might be coming…

I haven't really known what I wanted to write. I came here because a friend said it's a great site for support, but within days of joining, I hear words like lazy, out of control, disgusting, etc. Now add to the list thin-skinned. Discrimination is wrong, no matter what kind it is. Why should I be denied opportunities,…

Last week, I went on a 10 day vacation, a cruise from New Orleans to Mexico. It was actually easier than being at home with having more healthy choices available. Plus no cooking. I lost 5 lbs. in the 10 days on vacation. Try Carnival Cruise lines...their portion sizes are very small! :noway:

Congratulations!!!!! :flowerforyou:

Oh great going Marla, continue the stereotypes that fat people are out of control and lazy, and don't care about themselves. Each fat person is different and people don't get to know their story because of attitudes like yours. I was normal weight until I was repeatedly raped. I was very much in control of gaining…

Try being morbidly obese like I am...you are mostly invisible the heavier you are. People don't get to know me--they don't know how great a person I am and the wonderful things I have done. Professionally, it doesn't matter that I have a Master's degree. I actually had a prospective employer last year tell me they were not…

Carnival is the past I remember had bigger portions. Side dishes now are served in dishes the size of a half-dollar. I mostly tried not to go to the buffets, but rather the sit-down meals. I also had my family (brother and mother) and they helped keep me away from all the goodies. It was actually harder for the 3 days…

My friend told me about the website, so I joined today. I am morbidly obese and it is taking away so many opportunities from me. I have a long way to go, but am doing great. I have lost 43 lbs. in 2 months. I even lost 5 lbs. on my vacation last week. If you want portion control (skimpy portions) then try Carnival Cruise…