Mary B.’s Posts

Mary B.
on 4/29/10 12:29 am
Topic: RE: Please help need ideas and recipes for pureed stage
I bought the tiny plastic tupperware type containers....something that maybe is 2-4 oz size. Mix up a couple meals and put those in the fridge. For me, it was hard to imagine eating that small amount and i only realized just how small amount I should be having when I used those tiny containers.

How about smashed avacado? That would be yummy with those refried beans!

Like Jean mentioned, watch out for the shredded/canned meat/fish. Sometimes I sill have a hard time finishing a whole salmon cup....and for me, there is no way I can do applesauce! not sure why, but that was the first stuck feeling I had was on applesauce.

Congratulations on your surgery!
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Mary B.
on 4/29/10 12:23 am
Topic: RE: Greek Yogurt!! What kind do you eat and what brand name??
Greek Yogurt
This Brown Cow brand is my favorite. Ive compared it to some of the others at the store and it seems to have more protein and less calories than some of the other brands. I like to add a tsp of honey and a packet of splenda. If Im really hungry I may add a little Kashi Go Lean Crunch. I have yet to find a good Greek yogurt that didnt need a little fixin up.
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Mary B.
on 4/28/10 12:42 am
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Wednesday?
E: Coffee w/ cream
B: New Direction Mocha Shake...Yummy.
L: Turkey chili w/ cheese
S: Greek yogurt w/ splenda
D: Turkey meatloaf and mashed cauliflower
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Mary B.
on 4/26/10 12:11 am
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Monday?
Early: Coffee w/ cream
B: couple bites of shredded wheat w/ skim.
S: more coffee...dont know why Im so tired lately. Slept ALL WEEKEND :(
L: Chili and a couple crackers.
D: SUSHI!!! Finally getting my sushi fix. Cat wait for the salmon shashimi and Im gonna try philly roll. Last time I was able to eat some of the spider roll with rice in there. We are going to a Japanese steak house, so I should be able to pick at my sushi for a while while everyone else is having the teppanyaki cooked.
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Mary B.
on 4/26/10 12:07 am
Topic: RE: Italian restaurants

I would say minestrone would be great...and the eggplant parm as shrinkingguy said, you could even take the leftovers home. Im over a year out and can only eat a couple mussels at a time.
Be careful of the bread basket.
Good luck!

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Mary B.
on 4/23/10 1:04 am
Topic: RE: Anyone prescribed etodolac?
My podiatrist prescribed etodolac for my planar fascitis. Im taking 1000mg once a day. Ive looked it up and that seems to be the max dose. My pain gets so bad that at times I can barely walk. The meds are helping.

The problem is...IVE GAINED 5 lbs. Not like ive been eating like a hog. Actually hopped on the scale cause ive been eating well and thought I could be down a lb of two.

AGGGHHH! Im not taking it today. Just Advil. 

Anyone else??
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Mary B.
on 4/22/10 11:28 pm
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Friday?
 Happy Friday!

Early: Coffee w/ cream
B: Turkey sausage and 1 slice ezekiel bread
S: More coffee...
L: DH bought me a lunchable to try. 250 cals, Has chicken, veggie cream cheese spread and crackers.
S: Greek Yogurt w/ kashi go lean crunch (got class tonight)
S: Tuna salad if Im still hungry by the time I get home.
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Mary B.
on 4/22/10 3:17 am
Topic: RE: Same day discharge or over night stay
I ended up staying overnight because my surgery got pushed back from 10 am till 2 due to my dr having to perform emergency surgery.

I am glad I did stay though...to have the help to get in and out of bed that first night... It was annoying though not being able to sleep much, but I didnt sleep as much when I got home either.
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Mary B.
on 4/21/10 5:11 am
Topic: RE: OT-Anyone ever have 'reef rash' from scratching themselves on Coral?
I'll let you know. I dont think mine is that bad, its been almost 4 weeks now, it doesnt burn or anything, just not healing like normal. 2 weeks ago I fell and skinned my knee and you can barely see that, but the scratch still looks more 'fresh' no oozing or bleeding or anything.

I will have it looked at though. My mom said the same thing...somethign about scrubbing it out with alcohol or peroxide in case any of the coral broke off into the skin or something.
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Mary B.
on 4/21/10 3:50 am
Topic: RE: OT-Anyone ever have 'reef rash' from scratching themselves on Coral?
OMG Kate!

I will call my dr office. Thanks.

You would think that the tour people would be more aware!
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Mary B.
on 4/20/10 11:48 pm
Topic: RE: I just met Filipe and Sione from The Biggest Loser
Thats awesome!

Agreed...SAM...wowzza!  HOT~

I just found out that he and Stephanie have been dating almost since the show started.
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Mary B.
on 4/20/10 11:43 pm
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Wednesday?
Must be forgot your lunch day! LOL Left my lunch right on the counter at home.

Early: Coffee w/ cream
B: Greek yogurt w/ Kashi Go Lean Crunch on top
L: good thing I have a salmon cup and crackers in my desk!
S: Kashi Roll Caramel peanut bar...YUM! 12 g protein, 6 g fiber, 190 calories. Check 'em out!
D: 2 homemade chicken wings and roasted squash
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Mary B.
on 4/20/10 11:37 pm
Topic: RE: Who said the band doesnt WORK !!!!(pic)
Wow!  Great job, you look fantastic!
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Mary B.
on 4/20/10 11:18 pm
Topic: RE: OT-Anyone ever have 'reef rash' from scratching themselves on Coral?
Im thinking this sounds a little wierd! LOL

I went on a cruise a couple weeks ago. While in Grand Cayman, I went snorkeling and apparently didnt see the big hunk of coral that I 'beached' myself on.

When I got back on the boat I noticed that I had scratched up my shin and was bleeding a little. Since I was still dripping wet, it looked kinda messy, so I went over to one of the girls working on the boat, just in case/to let them know in case anyone said anything. The really didnt seem concerned and I asked for a papertowel to hold on there to stop the bleeding.

Ok, so I got a scratch...no big deal.

But it doesnt seem to be healing and is still bright red like a new scratch. Its kind of a raised bump too. Im trying to find info online...anyone have any thoughts, suggestions?
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Mary B.
on 4/19/10 2:40 am
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Monday?
Early: Coffee w/ cream
B: 1/4 cup greek yogurt, 2 tbsp granola and 1/4 orange slices
S: More coffee
L: Salmon packet w/ mayo and whole grain crackers
D: taco
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Mary B.
on 4/16/10 1:01 am
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Friday?
I am failing to plan and we all know what that means. I start out well and with all good intentions then it all goes to Hell as the week goes on. This is what I will do my best to stick to...

E: Coffee w/ cream
B: one slice whole grain toast w/ butter and sausage pattie
S: More coffee w/ cream
L: Bean and Turkey chili w/ cheese

Making French baguettes, rye bread and whole wheat loaves tonight in class, so I know I'll only be able to have taste of each. I have a single serve pack of almonds to take with me in case Im starving before I make it home. Too many hours between lunch and dinner.

D: black bean burger w/ salsa and cheese
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Mary B.
on 4/16/10 12:03 am
Topic: RE: Breaking the pattern of food obsession
Thank you Kate. I am over a year out and I am still 100% obsessing. Its awful and I FEEL like a total failure...but I am NOT a failure, cause I am here and still fighting.

I have felt like you once, but that was thru prescription diet pills. I loved them, I loved not thinking about food. Right now, Im stuck from breakfast, but still thinking about what I'll be able to eat when it subsides.

I pray that some day I'll be able to conquer this beast and ENJOY life. I really am happy that you are free of the monster.
    Banded Feb 23, 2009 / Revision to RNY Aug 25, 2010
 
Mary B.
on 4/15/10 2:15 am
Topic: RE: OT- whats your favorite shoe brand?
http://www.klogs.com/leather-naples.cfm

Thanks for the advice everyone! I did go to the podiatrist yesterday and I do have planar fascitis as I thought. He recommended that I get a brand called Klogs for class. I just purchased them and I'll let you know how they are. I got the black patent leather ones. Ugh...the link is up top. I like that the footbed comes out if I need them to so I can put in the orthotics I'll be getting.

    Banded Feb 23, 2009 / Revision to RNY Aug 25, 2010
 
Mary B.
on 4/15/10 12:35 am
Topic: RE: 2.5 Months out from surgery and I still struggle with...
This is pretty much the only rule I dont struggle much with. Anyway, in the beginning, I tried adding a couple pieces of fruit to my plate.  one or two good bites of pineappe...really juicy....that helped me with that 'needing something to wa**** down' feeling.
    Banded Feb 23, 2009 / Revision to RNY Aug 25, 2010
 
Mary B.
on 4/14/10 11:57 pm
Topic: RE: What Are We Eating This Thursday?
Early: Coffee w/ cream
B: Slice of Ezekiel toast and sausage patty
L: Chicken wing and peas
S: Yogurt and a snack pack of pretzels
D: Fiber One bar and an atkins shake, wierd I know, but I have class tonight.
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Mary B.
on 4/14/10 11:53 pm
Topic: RE: For those that go to sporting events.
Can you get a bag of shelled peanuts there? Ive done that before, plus takes longer to eat them and keeps your hands busy.

I do miss a good hot dog though. I couldnt eat one even if it would help the Redskins win a game! LOL, but hey....C-A-P-S CAPS! CAPS! CAPS! at least we have one winning team.
    Banded Feb 23, 2009 / Revision to RNY Aug 25, 2010
 
Mary B.
on 4/14/10 3:02 am
Topic: RE: IM HUNGRY!
Thats exactly what Im REALLY craving, salmon shashimi, with the slivers of pickled ginger and the sauce. Its good for you too, not many calories!

Yep, DH is usually finished with his plate by the time Im stil into my first 2-3 bites! LOL
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Mary B.
on 4/14/10 2:58 am
Topic: RE: IM HUNGRY!
THANKS! LOL, Im trying. I just had my lunch so its eased up some

Ive been pretty tight for the past 2-3 days from some reason. There is no way I could eat pizza anyway, or no reason to waste money going out to eat.

Im proud that I didnt try to grab a piece of pizza from the cafe at work. Yahoo!

I can do this, I will do this.
    Banded Feb 23, 2009 / Revision to RNY Aug 25, 2010
 
Mary B.
on 4/14/10 1:51 am
Topic: RE: IM HUNGRY!

I am having one of those days! Ive been thinking about dinner since I got up...

I have been craving sushi for a week now...Im sure I wont get lucky enough to have that for dinner since DD and DH wont touch it.

I keep daydreaming of pizza. Not just any pizza but this really good white pizza that has ricotta, provolone and mozzarella cheese....yumnummy...all gooey....SEE WHAT I MEAN! LOL

{{DROOL}}



At least Im headed to the podiatrist soon, so that will keep me busy.

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Mary B.
on 4/14/10 1:41 am
Topic: RE: curvy or stick figure poll


CURVY...I'd love to have this shape!
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