This morning, I got to see (well...kind of got to see) the President of the United States. He came to our city to speak and I work in the building located next to where he was speaking. When he was finished, his motorcade passed by our building and I stood outside to wave. Probably the closest I'll ever get. And by the way, all those very serious looking men that walk around talking into their shoulders are REAL! My question to all of you is have you ever met or do you know anyone famous? When I was a baby, Elvis held me. Woo Hoo!! My father went to high school with him and one day he and my mother ran into Elvis here in Memphis right after I was born. And lucky me was held by the King! Of course, I don't remember a thing....darn it! Anyway, that's it for me. You all have a great weekend! Wanda

Thanks for letting me be real and talk about the things that are on my mind. I feel better knowing that it's been checked out and supported by many who've gone before us and their physicians. I am trying to make a concious effort to up the protein, but I doubt if I'll go all liquid because I'm a wimp and I can't stomach (joke!) the thought of no food for very long. Thanks, Julie

Julie, I'm sure no one is offended at all about this post. I have seriously considered doing the protein shakes and protein bars for a few days just to get my body back on track 100% like we did right after surgery. I, for one, know I couldn't do it for a long period of time. On the list I belong too of long term post-op, many of done the extra thing and found that it seemed to shrink the pouch and also brought back the dumping syndrome for them. AND you are absolutely right ... getting back to basics should mean high protein/low carbs and no sugars etc. I know I have been getting way too many carbs in the last couple of months. Mary

Weight now: 174 Goal weight: 145 29 of the most stubborn pounds this side of the Mississippi!!! Wanda 256/174/145

Weight now: 143 Goal weight: 140 Julie