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Hi guys, I was able to upload a new recent photo of me onto my profile. Although it's posted sideways, I guess it's worth checking out! I am trying to figure out how to upload more, but I need more info from the IT people before I can.... http://obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=C1128806359 ...down at the bottom.... I am feeling a bit discouraged today. I looked on the graph of expected weight loss, and I'm not losing as fast as the projected weight loss. I've lost 29 pounds since surgery 7 weeks ago...I was hoping for a more rapid loss in the beginning....Am I being silly? 29 pounds lost is good, I shouldn't complain, right? I'm doing everything right! I can say that with 100% certainty! What do you all think? xox Amy

29 lbs. in 7 weeks is great. Can you ever remember doing that on any of the other weight loss plans you were on before. You said that you're doing everything right. Does that include exercise? I found, especially early on, that even if I didn't eat the right stuff, as long as I was going to the gym and kept my fat butt moving, I still lost pretty steadily. Even now, I've been very bad about the exercise and still eat right, but the loss has come to a standstill. I know it's because I'm not exercising. Guess I better start moving my butt!!! Joanne

Yeah, Joanne, Exercise has been very challenging. I am averaging about 3 times a week. I know I could do more, but I just started back to work a couple of weeks ago, and I'm having a hard time finding time. No excuse, just gotta find a way. For the rest of my life! Interesting to hear that exercise can make that difference tho. Thanks for your input!! Butt movin' time, indeed! Hugs, Amy

Amy, you look GREAT! 29 pounds in 7 weeks? That's great girlfriend. Forget the charts. I'm lucky, my surgeon doesn't use 'em, doesn't believe in 'em, so I don't either! You are doing wonderfully, kiddo. Keep up the good work. Hugs - Robin

Thanks Robin. I guess people lose at different rates, and although I'm happy to be rid of the 29 pounds, it feels like it's coming off slower than I thought it would.... so much for expectations! They always get you into trouble!! Hugs, Amy

Hey Amy You look great and you are doing great Keep going girl

Thanks sweetie. It's nice to hear!! Hugs, A

Hi Amy Girl your doing everything they tell you to do,sweetie you look great.Keep up the good work Smooches Claire

Smooches to you too Claire! Thanks for your encouragement. BTW, your photo is beautiful!! xox Amy

Hi Amy You are looking beautiful! Keep up the good work! Marcia