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Slowly but surely....
Aug 06, 2007
Slowly creeping down! I'm at 221.2 which is my lowest in ages....I was up 1.4 lbs from my lowest weight so far....that's what I get for eating like a pig on the weekend...truth is, I really don't eat like a pig, I just eat the wrong things on the weekend. I've told my hubby I'm not allowed to spend my weekends with him anymore! LOL
I was due to go in yesterday to have a fill, however I rescheduled it. I know that I'm not as restricted as I should be, but I'm losing, even if it is slowly, and I'm not sure that I want to be so full that I can't enjoy SOME of the things that I want to enjoy - I guess I should have thought about that BEFORE I got banded! Either way, I'm losing about 1 - 1.5 lbs a week...I'm happy with that! I'll see how I feel at the end of the month when I'm due for my next fill....
I was due to go in yesterday to have a fill, however I rescheduled it. I know that I'm not as restricted as I should be, but I'm losing, even if it is slowly, and I'm not sure that I want to be so full that I can't enjoy SOME of the things that I want to enjoy - I guess I should have thought about that BEFORE I got banded! Either way, I'm losing about 1 - 1.5 lbs a week...I'm happy with that! I'll see how I feel at the end of the month when I'm due for my next fill....
You know you're a Bandster when....
Jul 29, 2007
Please feel free to add some of your own to the list!
* If you've ever eaten a double-cheeseburger with a baby spoon...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you've ever put protein powder in a pepper shaker...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you've ever taken 6 bites to eat a single scallop...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you refuse to leave the house without carrying 3 ziplock baggies, a portion-request card, and a bottle of Girl Scout Cookie Antidote...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you map out "bathroom exit strategies" before you sit down in a restaurant...you might be a Bandster!
* If PB no longer means "peanut butter"...you might be a Bandster!
* If you need a stopwatch to eat dinner...you might be a Bandster!
* If slime enters your life without turning on Nickelodeon...you might be a Bandster!
* If you use children's plates, bowls, cups & utensils for every meal...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you're on first name basis with a surgeon, nurse, nutritionist, psychologist, exercise physiologist & X-ray technician...you just might be a Bandster!
* If you quit going to Hometown Buffet, Sizzler, Country Buffet, Golden Corral & Cici's because you just can't get your money's worth...you just might be a Bandster!
* If "you're restricted" no longer means you've been grounded by your parents (or spouse, lol)...you might be a Bandster!
* If you are always talking about your port and you have never been on a boat, you might be a Bandster!
* If your kids look at your plate and say, "is that ALL you are eating"?, you might be a Bandster
* If your husband looks at your plate and says " I didn't think you could eat that", you might be a Bandster.
* If Hot Dogs and Girl Scout Cookies frighten you, you might be a bandster.
* If you are obsessed with your protein intake, you might be a bandster.
* If you tell your friend that you have to go get a "fill" and you are NOT going to the Shell station, you might be a Bandster!
* If you've learned how to spit like a pro (when nobody is looking, of course!)...you might be a Bandster
* If you find yourself scraping food of your plate into the trashcan and saying to yourself, "Ah, to hell with all those starving children in China"...you might be a Bandster!!!
* If you've ever eaten a double-cheeseburger with a baby spoon...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you've ever put protein powder in a pepper shaker...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you've ever taken 6 bites to eat a single scallop...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you refuse to leave the house without carrying 3 ziplock baggies, a portion-request card, and a bottle of Girl Scout Cookie Antidote...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you map out "bathroom exit strategies" before you sit down in a restaurant...you might be a Bandster!
* If PB no longer means "peanut butter"...you might be a Bandster!
* If you need a stopwatch to eat dinner...you might be a Bandster!
* If slime enters your life without turning on Nickelodeon...you might be a Bandster!
* If you use children's plates, bowls, cups & utensils for every meal...
you might be a Bandster!
* If you're on first name basis with a surgeon, nurse, nutritionist, psychologist, exercise physiologist & X-ray technician...you just might be a Bandster!
* If you quit going to Hometown Buffet, Sizzler, Country Buffet, Golden Corral & Cici's because you just can't get your money's worth...you just might be a Bandster!
* If "you're restricted" no longer means you've been grounded by your parents (or spouse, lol)...you might be a Bandster!
* If you are always talking about your port and you have never been on a boat, you might be a Bandster!
* If your kids look at your plate and say, "is that ALL you are eating"?, you might be a Bandster
* If your husband looks at your plate and says " I didn't think you could eat that", you might be a Bandster.
* If Hot Dogs and Girl Scout Cookies frighten you, you might be a bandster.
* If you are obsessed with your protein intake, you might be a bandster.
* If you tell your friend that you have to go get a "fill" and you are NOT going to the Shell station, you might be a Bandster!
* If you've learned how to spit like a pro (when nobody is looking, of course!)...you might be a Bandster
* If you find yourself scraping food of your plate into the trashcan and saying to yourself, "Ah, to hell with all those starving children in China"...you might be a Bandster!!!
NSV!!!
Jul 25, 2007
NSV!!!!!! My first one really...well the biggest LOL
So my daughters car broke down today and we had to have it towed. The tow truck driver was HOT...well he was lots younger than me, probably 26 or so, but my 24 yr old daughter was drooling over him. LOL
Anyway, he flirted with me the ENTIRE time...I mean BAD. Then he didn't charge me for the tow...my hubby was like, "ok but if he calls you again (yes he called my cell once), you let me know!" LOL
My daughter said "mom I'm so glad that you still 'have it'...maybe when I'm your age I'll still have it too"....wait, was that supposed to make me feel good??? 'when i'm your age...."???? LOL
Oh well, at least I feel great!
So my daughters car broke down today and we had to have it towed. The tow truck driver was HOT...well he was lots younger than me, probably 26 or so, but my 24 yr old daughter was drooling over him. LOL
Anyway, he flirted with me the ENTIRE time...I mean BAD. Then he didn't charge me for the tow...my hubby was like, "ok but if he calls you again (yes he called my cell once), you let me know!" LOL
My daughter said "mom I'm so glad that you still 'have it'...maybe when I'm your age I'll still have it too"....wait, was that supposed to make me feel good??? 'when i'm your age...."???? LOL
Oh well, at least I feel great!
1st episode...scary!
Jul 23, 2007
I had my first REAL episode today....I was talking with one of my mom's friends while I was trying to hurry and eat lunch so that I could get back to work on time. I don't know if I ate too fast, too much, or both, but almost right after I left my house (I was a few blocks away), I had to pull over and I was sliming like crazy, and I felt like I was going to PB. I did dry heave twice, but nothing came up. I tried walking around for a few minutes, but it was hurting like crazy in my chest. I've had small episodes like this, but this one hurt worse and lasted much longer! It took about 30-45 minutes before the pain eased up and went away. Wow, I'll definitely eat slower next time!!!
3rd fill...
Jul 16, 2007
Ok just got home from the doctor...he added in 0.8cc!!! I've lost 5 lbs since the last fill 3 weeks ago, so hopefully this will kickstart me a little more since I HOPEFULLY won't be able to eat as much in a sitting. That's where I'm having a hard time because I'm not hungry in between meals so I normally don't snack, however once I start eating I FEEL hungry and don't feel full.
Hopefully this will help...I'm now at my 3rd fill and have a total of 2.8 in a 4cc band....seems like a lot since I just got banded 2 1/2 months ago....
Fills:
06/04/07 (+1.2 cc, total 1.2cc in 4cc band)
06/25/07 (+0.8cc, total 2.0cc in 4 cc band)
7/16/07 (+0.8cc, total 2.8cc in 4 cc band)
Hopefully this will help...I'm now at my 3rd fill and have a total of 2.8 in a 4cc band....seems like a lot since I just got banded 2 1/2 months ago....
Fills:
06/04/07 (+1.2 cc, total 1.2cc in 4cc band)
06/25/07 (+0.8cc, total 2.0cc in 4 cc band)
7/16/07 (+0.8cc, total 2.8cc in 4 cc band)
Red, white and blueberry salad!
Jul 05, 2007
Red, white and blueberry salad
Calls for any type salad mix
strawberries
blueberries
something white - I used pears, you can also use jicama (cut into stars)
The dressing:
2 - 6 ounce containers non-fat key lime yogurt
6 tbsp honey
salt and pepper
It was SO yummy! It went fast!
Shot with C4100Z,C4000Z at 2007-07-06
Calls for any type salad mix
strawberries
blueberries
something white - I used pears, you can also use jicama (cut into stars)
The dressing:
2 - 6 ounce containers non-fat key lime yogurt
6 tbsp honey
salt and pepper
It was SO yummy! It went fast!
Shot with C4100Z,C4000Z at 2007-07-06
2nd fill...
Jun 25, 2007
Went to the doc today to get another fill. I wasn't due to have another one until July 16th, but it just about was killing me because I could eat ANYTHING and EVERYTHING that I stuck in my mouth. I was afraid that I'd gain a bunch of weight back. I've lost 2 lbs since my last fill 3 weeks ago, so yes, it was time for another fill.
They added another 0.8cc into my band that already had 1.2cc, leaving me with a total of 2.0 cc in a 4 cc band.
I already feel a bit of restriction, but I'm still able to eat - so far! LOL
We'll see how long this one lasts...he said probably 2-3 weeks. Wish me luck!!!
They added another 0.8cc into my band that already had 1.2cc, leaving me with a total of 2.0 cc in a 4 cc band.
I already feel a bit of restriction, but I'm still able to eat - so far! LOL
We'll see how long this one lasts...he said probably 2-3 weeks. Wish me luck!!!
Update on port soreness...
Jun 23, 2007
Strangely enough, after 2 weeks of absolute soreness, I woke up one morning and it was completely gone. 2 weeks of not being able to bend over, or do anything that required me to use my stomach muscles without a quick reminder because it HURT! Then I wake up one day and it's totally gone....weird!!! It's like I'm waiting for it to start hurting again LOL
Hey anyone like scary movies?? I went to see 1408 today...it was pretty weird!
Ironically enough, we went fishing again this weekend, and there was this guy who sat and chatted with my girls and I while we were fishing...I was thinking, "this guy is pretty damn cute" (yes I'm HAPPILY married, but he was cute!). Anyway, turns out he used to weigh over 500 lbs! He lost 290 pounds from the gastric bypass!!! I would have never known either. I forget what brought it up but then we started talking about my lap band. I guess you just never know who's had WLS!!!
Hey anyone like scary movies?? I went to see 1408 today...it was pretty weird!
Ironically enough, we went fishing again this weekend, and there was this guy who sat and chatted with my girls and I while we were fishing...I was thinking, "this guy is pretty damn cute" (yes I'm HAPPILY married, but he was cute!). Anyway, turns out he used to weigh over 500 lbs! He lost 290 pounds from the gastric bypass!!! I would have never known either. I forget what brought it up but then we started talking about my lap band. I guess you just never know who's had WLS!!!
Port soreness....
Jun 19, 2007
Has anyone experienced pain or soreness after a fill? It's been two weeks since my fill and my abdominal muscles are STILL sore! It hurts to bend over or move certain ways...Has anyone else experienced this? If so, how long does this usually last?? This is the first time since my surgery that I've had this kind of discomfort....
Ate TOO much!
Jun 14, 2007
WOW I ate WAY too much today. 1625 calories! ARGHHHHHH!!! It must be that time of the month for me (although I had a hysterectomy last year so I wouldn't know for sure, but it sure feels like it!). I'm HUNGRY, I'm craving everything, and because I CAN, I'm eating everything!!!! Just as I get down to 233 after a week of not losing a pound, and now I go and ruin it for myself. My port site is soreeeeeeee for the first time since surgery. I feel bloated...blah blah. Ok pity party over, tomorrow is a new day.
My hair is falling out everytime I brush it. It's dry, it's brittle, and it's thinning. I've always had pretty healthy hair, now it's icky. I get enough protein in a day and I take my vitamins. Hopefully that gets better soon!!!
My hair is falling out everytime I brush it. It's dry, it's brittle, and it's thinning. I've always had pretty healthy hair, now it's icky. I get enough protein in a day and I take my vitamins. Hopefully that gets better soon!!!
About Me
Fresno, CA
Location
34.2
BMI
Surgery
04/26/2007
Surgery Date
Feb 19, 2007
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