Good for you! I love that you are back! Stay strong. The first week is the worst trying to do everything right even when you have cravings. Tell yourself it gets better and easier. Because it does! Hugs to you!

 Is there a "recipe" for the protein coffee???

 Thanks Jazz!   I knew someone would get it.....     

yeah, I was self pay in Mexico.   It's nice to have some encouragement even if you know what you are suppose to do!  Thanks!!  :)  I am starting to think about down the road so it's nice to hear your stories.

I don't really care for the ricotta fluff too much either and I hate jello.  But I do like cottage cheese!  I think I will give this a try!  

 Hi all!  It's been 15 mo's since surgery and I've lost 140lbs.  Started out at 340 am now 199.  I've been 199 now for about 4 months.  Probably because after a year my tummy got where it could take quite a bit more food.  I can eat pretty much a "normal" portion now, although still a bit smaller than most peoples "normal".   I also find myself eating ALL the time!!  Lately it's been anything and everything I want without regard to carbs or gas issues (of which can be abnormally huge amounts and inhumanly stinky!! - if I don'****ch the carbs and sugar.)  

I've been enjoying feeling "skinny" and people telling me how skinny I am.  Also had something to do with why I've become complacent before hitting goal.  I still have about 40lbs to go - then a LBL!  I'm already starting to investigate money and doctors for that.  

I lost 140lbs but not mu*****lothing sizes.  I was a 26/28 before surgery.  Now I am a 20/22 bottom and an 18/20 top.  I think it is because of my huge panni.  I will probably lose several sizes when it comes off in PS later.   (Please, please, please......!!)

The first few months were really tough but the entire thing has been WONDERFUL!!!   Best choice I EVER made.  Protein and water were the hardest things at first.  Now it's keeping up on my vitamin supply - ordering soon enough and not running out.  

I also have a boyfriend now!! We've been seeing each other almost 6 months and it seems to be heading in all the right directions.  My friends and son say I've changed a lot.  My personality, energy and "go gett'em" attitude.  LOL, I thnk I am actually more like myself, like I was before I got MO!!.  They just didn't know me then.  I love all the energy I have now and I can WALK!!  yay!  I can stand, move, work etc.   I don't have to sit down all the time - I can even breath!  It's awesome.

I am getting myself back on the DS band wagon - determined to lose this last 40lbs.  So I'm back to my faithful DS family and soooo glad to see so many that I remember!  

If you have any questions - feel free to ask!!   :)

 LOLOL - OMGosh!  I couldn't have put it any better!   That's EXACTLY what happens to me!  LOL   - I get what I call the "backwards burps" probably hiccups and runny nose if I really pu****

*  Slimfast LC prot. shake, choc
*  pepperoni chip sandwich (tastes like bacon, about 30 chips), 2 slices LC bread, mayo
*  3-4 T chunky pb, about 6 little mini crackers, 2 T SF jelly

looks like I'll have to do a protein shot tonight. blech...

My 3 things:
*  sleeping better flat
*  lots more energy, just not sure what to do with it!
*  overcast, cool, breezy, rainy weather - I love it.

haven't felt like eating all day.  Made myself eat though.

*  Slimfast choc. LC shake
*  a few bites of fried clams
*  Taco bell taco w/no lettuce or tomatos, w/extra meat, cheese & sour cream
*  Atkins cinnamon bun bar
*  1/2 an egg sandwich w/lots of mayo, threw away 1/3 of my 1 slice of bread
*  probably 1/2 a protein shot later

water - good
vits - check

*  Slimfast LC protein shake, choc
*  chicken and cheese nachos (very few chips) w/sour cream   -  eaten over several hours
*  chicken kiev (scraped off most of the breading)
*  Atkins coconut bar and about 1/4 c almonds

So sleepy lately, yet having a hard time getting and staying alseep. 

water - okay, needs to be better
vits - good

my 3 things:
*  beautiful weather
*  finding more protein things I like
*  the sound of rain

*  slimfast protein shake, choc
*  Atkins Mudslide protein bar (yum!)
*  1/4 Atkins choc chip protein bar
*  3 mini meatballs w/little bby sauce
*  5 chicken wing pcs (not whole) w/ blue cheese dress

vits - check
water - okay

my 3 things:
*  being able to drink cold water again
*  pillows and blankets to cuddle in
*  thunderstorms and rain

*  Slimfast protein drink
*  chicken nachos w/extra cheese (ate about 1 1/2 c over several hours)
*  mini bag of popcorn w/extra butter added
* 2 peanut butter cups from Atkins

Water - okay
vits - check

My 3 things:
*  down 5 more lbs this week
*  I can finally sleep laying down!!!
*  lot better mobility

poor baby!!!!!!  I want to help him!

When my ex died I took his animals to find homes for them.  He had a cat that weighed almost 25 lbs!!  It was heavier than my thanksgiving turkey and felt like I was carrying one!   When he got here though, he was so scared he hid under the bed for like a month and lost at least 5 lbs or more.   You could tell he felt better.  By the time I he left he was down to probably 18 lbs, give or take.  Still a big cat.

Absolutely unbeleiveable!!!   300lbs!  Wow.   I'm soooo proud of you!!!   Would love to hear your story.