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almost 9 months out and in such a funk!! (long) - I'm sorry for the downer post but I'm just not feeling it right now!  I've lost down to a # I haven't seen since right after high school (I'll be 40 in October).  I have bones st...

anyone have pre-diabetes/diabetes that didn't reso - Prior to surgery I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes (really is there such a thing? you either have it or you don't).  Last two pregnancies I had gestational.  Since VSG blood work (...

back from vacation and let's just say things did N - We returned on Friday and I gained two pounds.  Not really surprising as I was off plan the entire damn week!  I know I suck and I'm not looking for sympathy.  I'm 8 months post-op...

going on vacation next week and I'm gonna miss you - I'm on here at least twice a day.   While on a camping vacation next week (with no internet access) I'm gonna go through OH withdraw!!  How will I ever survive? I've planned my m...

do u have questions about carbs/grains? please vi - http://wellnessmama.com/1117/guide-to-carbohydrates/ We may all have an opinion about carbs in our diets.  However, most of us have been brainwashed over the years by the so cal...

My daily chocolate treat...have you tried this? - I finally found a great alternative to cow's milk (too many carbs)...unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla).  I then add a packet of Swiss Miss diet hot chocolate. Stats:  65 ...

NSV:Victoria's secret - The ladies will certainly understand this one..... After nearly 90 pounds it was waaaay past time for a new bra.  Much to my hesitation, my bff encouraged me to go to Victoria's. ...

need help with low calorie menu ideas at 7 months - Hi everyone.  The wt loss has come to a crawl at 7 months post-op.  To be expected of course.  Up to this point I really have not counted calories only proteins/carbs.  I'm thinkin...

I'm short. 5'1"

not happy with myself - I have been having more cheat/free days lately and it scares the hell out of me!  Like what I've read others say, "I'm going back to my old habits."  A bite is never enough for me....

why can't I just stop at one?? does anyone else h - Let me preface this with the fact that I weighed in yesterday at 149 which puts me at a total loss of 84 pounds (from my pre-op wt).  I am very proud of that number because I haven...

hi there, sugar mama. the dexa scan shows your bone density and...

BMI and othere random thoughts - Only 20 more pounds before I have a "normal" weight!  I cannot believe that.  When one has over 100 lbs to lose, the task can see so daunting.  At this point in my journey it actua...

Claudia, I'm sorry you've had a regain. This obesity thing is so...

yep gigi, i agree. haven't worn bikinis in years! even the "little...

6 months already! MY story...(LONG) - Hi everyone.  Last summer my wt was at an all-time high of 233 pounds.  BTW, I'm 5'1" so a shorty.  I was so self conscious of my appearance it manifested itself into severe anxiet...

I get in at least 60 grams/day. You may still lose hair even when...

6 months out already!! - I just cannot believe it's been six months since I began my wt loss journey.  Wow, how time flys!!  I started out at 233 pounds and today weighed in at 155.8 (damn cheating Sunday'...

NSV:I don't hate myself in the morning! - Good morning good people.  For a very long time upon rising in the morning my first thought of the day would be.....oh how I hate my fat self.  Yes, I would look at myself in the m...

Hi there. Hey, check out my latest post....

anyone out there interested in being accountable o - Not sure if the wording was correct but  I think you all get what I'm attempting to say?  Maybe a daily weigh-in or something?   Words of encouragement?  They do this on the mainte...

Need to get rid of clothes...anyone use ebay/crai - I have many, many items that are too big for me and need some cash to purchase new.  Do any of you use ebay or craigslist to sell stuff?  Any tips?  Is it even worth my time?  Than...

My personal best thus far - Two miles in LESS THAN 30 minutes!!!!  Now that's kicking ass for a shorty like me.  I am very proud of this accomplishment and hope to continue to improve.  Hopefully I will get u...

I feel like a damn cow!! - Oh hell yes I've lost nearly 75 pounds (I say that because of fluctuation) but damned if I don't feel like a fat ass!!  I have had a few days of VERY poor eating and feel so  down ...

I'm feeling like such a loser (and NOT in a good w - Oh where to begin......I had a house full last week.  Friends from MI with their five kids plus my five kids (all under age 12).....you can imagine the stress, right??  I did ok wi...