Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 6 years, 1 month ago

Well, I've come back here after not being here for over 4 years. I wish I had never left the group. I am still 78 pounds lower than my highest weight, but I am also 64 pounds higher than my lowe


Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 10 years, 9 months ago
Must. Get. On. Track. - It's been so long since I've been on here they've changed the website.  I've come to make a public confession as part of saying out loud what I've been doing that's got me off t...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 3 months ago
Happy New Year - I have not been on here forever!  Hoping you all have a wonderful new year. 

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Back on track and feeling GREAT!!! - About a week ago I amde the commitment to get back on track.  I am almost 17 months post op.  I was at a real stand still since April.  Sure, in part could have been a natural stal...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Plastic Surgery - what has your insurance covered? - I know companies are different - but wondering what procedures folks had that insruance covered and what the criteria was for it to be covered. Thanks!!

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Will wonders never cease?... and a ? - I HATE GREEK YOGURT...  I tried every kind of plain there is and mixed every thing into it that I could find suggested. Then today, determined to add it to my regime...  I tried...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
"Made to Crave" - by Lysa TerKuerst If you are a Christian, I cannot say enough good stuff about this book and how it is helping me at 16 months out.  I hope folks of other beliefs are not offend...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 9 months ago
Long time no see.... - Good Morning!  I have not been on here forever...  something I MUST change!  Just wanted to check in, see how you all are doing and let you know I think about so many of you all th...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 11 years, 12 months ago
changes - Pre-surgery:  Christmas 2010   and March 2012!  Hope it motivates someone today - I decided to post it mostly because I needed the motivation.  It's not hard to get sluggish on thi...

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Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years ago
Looking for PVL Whey Gourmet.... - I love love love this protein  powder!  It is low carb and high in protein.  BUT....  it is out of stock eveyrwhere in the US.  (Chocolate Peanut Butter, Cookies and Cream, Choc Mi...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
one year after surgery with before and after pic -

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Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
One Year Surgiversay - One year ago today I had my surgery.  Would I do it again - YES!!!  Don't get me wrong - there are days I miss eating, I mean really eating - but they are few and far between.  The...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 1 month ago
looking for protein biscotti recipe - Been doing some surfing and found some on line but thought I'd check here to see if anyone has a fave recipe they have used or developed.  I love biscotti and if I could come u...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 2 months ago
anyone recommend a GOOD SF chocolate sauce? - I love making flavored coffees!  I use decaf so can count it toward my liquids.  I am on the hunt for a GOOD SF chocolate sauce or powder for mixing.  I do not like hershey's and t...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 3 months ago
recipe gurus question - Made a concoction which was pretty darn yummy, but think there are ways to tweek it even more,  So looking for ideas.  Here is what I did: One medium apple, skinned, sliced thin...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
Pics - 9 months post op and this time last year!!! -

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Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 4 months ago
so many new faces - I have been away for a month or so from the board.  No good reason, just crazy busy and into my new Fire which isn't too friendly for the board.  Anyhow...  I don't recognize so ma...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 5 months ago
whey gourmet protein - Someone let me try some of this and I really liked it.  I've had l;ots of bad luck with protein, they gag me.  Anyhow, for those of you who make great shakes (hint hint Nik) or oth...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
words from someone 7.5 months out.. - I'm not a newbie - but I'm not a vet either.  But I remember all too well this time last year when I was half way through my six month pre-surgery program and wondering if it was a...

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
pictures - before and 7 months post op -   Today, 7 month, 2 weeks post op  Two Weeks Post Op (March 2011)   October 2010 (before surgery  - maybe down 10 pds from Aug 2010 high)

Tessie W. uploaded a photo 12 years, 6 months ago

Tessie W. posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
gallbladder attack? - Current Symptoms:  Feel like my neck to my breast bone is on fire.  I have never had heart burn so can't equate it one way or the other.  I get no relief no matter what.  Been abut...
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