Jean M.
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years ago
A fast food meal at almost 4 years post-op - Yesterday a coworker and I took our meal break together and went to Arby's (my friend's choice). When I was a kid, an Arby's roast beef sandwich with lots of horseradish sauce was ...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 1 month ago
And on the home front - While we're talking about inane questions...what about this scene that gets played over and over again at our house.
PIcture it:
Jean is busy doing something productive like ...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 1 month ago
Strapless Bra Season - Strapless bra season is in full swing at JC Penney. Sundresses, tube tops, halter tops abound, and they send customers to me in droves, asking (as they stand next to a rack contain...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
Do I have a shopping problem? - As some of you know, I work part time at JCPenney, where I have a generous employee discount and frequent exposure to fashionable clothing. I've never been a recreational shopper, ...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
NSV of the week - My new size 9 shorts:
I realize it's a lousy photo, but hey, any single-digit size on the tag is something to brag about!
Jean
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
Pentecost thoughts - I've been thinking about this since yesterday morning's worship service at my (Episcopal) church and want to share it with someone...but I'm not sure it would be welcome on any oth...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
Will I see you in Seattle next month? - Next month, I'm making my 3rd Annual Pilgrimmage to Seattle to visit the hostess-with-the-mostest, Lisa O., attend the OH event in Bellevue, and get together with a gang of OH pals...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 1 month ago
Why I keep coming back to OH - This may fall into the So What category for you - if so, too-da-loo! If not, read on!
My 4th bandiversary is coming up in 3 months. I've belonged to OH since December 2007. I lo...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 2 months ago
Questioning doctors - When I was at the chiropractor’s office yesterday, I asked Todd (the chiro) what I could do to improve my tennis elbow, or what I should be avoiding so it doesn’t get w...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
Do you have a spring birthday? - A British study of eating disorder patients found that people born in the spring are more likely to have eating disorders. The study focused on anorexia nervosa, but it has implica...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 2 months ago
A funny little NSV - At the JCPenney store where I work, we celebrate Valentine's Day by filling a gift bag for each associate with treats. Some associates give cards, some give candy. On February 15th...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 2 months ago
You gotta get your laughs wherever you can! - This has absolutely nothing to do with WLS but it struck me so funny, I just have to write about it.
Last weekend during an evening work shift at JCP, I was chatting with one of...
Jean M. uploaded a photo 14 years, 2 months ago
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
Even after 3-1/2 yrs, it's still a miracle to me - My band is still a miracle to me, even after 3-1/2 years of living with it.
I often remind myself not to take my band for granted, because I would hate to lose it and I don't wa...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 3 months ago
Excuse me...are you flirting with the short fat gi - I went back to the home builders' store today in my eternal quest for the perfect, affordable, indestructible, pet-proof flooring product. I've found the perfect installer, a big t...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
OT: question about flooring and pets - My husband and I have 8 dogs who range in size from 15 to 55 pounds. They spend a lot of time indoors and 4 of them sleep indoors at night (the rest sleep in their own condo in the...
Jean M. posted a comment 14 years, 3 months ago
Teresa, I too would worry about that 12-18 month "window" of...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 3 months ago
Proof that exercise really does make a difference - In the fall of 2008, when I was at my goal weight (+/- 2 lbs), I went to a bariatric conference in Dallas where someone had organized a clothing swap. I picked up a pair of bleache...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Getting Used to Food Deprivation - Earlier today Kate posted an interesting thread entitled, So, Eat!
http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/lapband/4369202/So-EAT-JeanM-do-you-want-to-join-in/#36099998
After I post...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 4 months ago
Anticipating the eating disorders conference - This weekend I'm going to the annual forum of the Eating Disorders Coalition of TN. It's a conference for health professionals (mental health, nutrition) who treat eating disorders...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 4 months ago
Poking fun at Fatso - At my exercise class this morning (which happened to consist of only women over age 50 this morning), someone who should know better (and who knows I've had WLS) said something ign...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 4 months ago
Just a little thing - Recently I agreed to teach an arts & crafts class at the senior citizens' center in town. We had a good turnout for my first class and I think everyone enjoyed it (I did, anyway). ...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Mind-blowing weight loss -
Today I weigh 25 pounds less than I did a year ago. I've lost the weight I regained after my band slip and port flip. I know I worked hard to re-lose that weight, but in another ...
Jean M. wrote a blog post 14 years, 4 months ago
Mind blowing weight loss - Today I weigh 25 pounds less than I did a year ago. I've lost the weight I regained after my band slip and port flip. I know I worked hard to re-lose that weight, but in another wa...
Jean M. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 4 months ago
Will I always be a slave to the scale? - I may be small, but I'm a feisty little squirt and I don't let people push me around. I make quick decisions (not always good ones, mind you) and act on them fearlessly. I have a b...
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20.4
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Surgery
08/16/2012
Surgery Date
Dec 11, 2007
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