I am doing well.  Down about 30 lbs (slowly but surely).  I lost 21 before surgrey, so down 51!  I am doing well.  I am getting in my protein and water every day.  Not really tracking calories, but really trying to eat healthy.  Last week, I started a program called "Nuvita" here at work.  It's basically an exercise/nutrition program that focusses mainly on exercise.  I am working out 5 days a week and feeling really good.  I've gone from snug 24's to comfy 18s.  16's here I come!

I am going to Vegas in about 3 weeks.  I am actually looking forward to the flight and walking around the town!  My energy level has really increased. It's all very exciting!

Hello everyone!  My surgery date was March 24th, this has been the best decision I have made and to do for myself!!  . 

I am happy with my progress so far,  I am down 38 pounds and went from a tight 24 to an 18 and 2xl shirts to XL and some L.  how exciting!!  I had a rough time when I was on clear liquids, I was just tired of broth, jello, water, popsicles, broth, did i say broth  other than that things have been great!  I can eat pretty much anything I want, I try very small bites.  I am on a shrimp kick right now, love it!  and it is loaded with protein.  I am good about getting in my water, but am trying to get in my protein shakes.  which some days are great and others, well I just need to try harder. 

Would i do this all again....absopositivley!! 

Thanks to everyone for your suggestions! I'll give them a try!

I've eaten lots of meat since surgery, with not a lot of problems, including steak, ground beef, turkey, pork shoulder, 98% fat free hot dogs, turkey sausage, chicken, fish.  But for some reason this last week or two chicken is not my friend, I had some grilled chicken that my husband cooked over the BBQ and it made me sick, I figured it was just too dry.  So, having not had a lot of problems with chicken previously the next day we went to Costco and I got a rotisserie chicken and ate some, super moist, shouldn't have been a problem, but again, it made me sick.  And I tried it one other time since then, but only a couple of bites but started to get that same icky feeling so I stopped.  I'm frustrated because chicken is my favorite meat to eat and until now I've been able to eat it.  So, this past week or two I haven't had much meat.  I think I'll try some fish tonight.  

Well it's been 2 months. Wow what a total lifestyle change. I never imagined how wonderful I would feel. I have alot more energy to do more things. My housework stays caught up, I don't mind getting out of the house and going places. I even enjoy shopping again. I was even able to buy a dress at the GAP this weekend. It was an XXL but who cares. We all know that a XXL at the GAP is smaller than a 2x at Lane Bryant or Avenue. I am wearing size 20's and 22's and never thought in a million years that I would be happy about that. I remember the first time I had to buy a 20. I was devastated so its ironic that I am so happy to wear that size now. I've lost 61 pounds in a little over two months which feels pretty amazing. I can't wait to see what the future holds for me. I'm looking forward to living life. <br />
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P.S. One of my goals was to jump on the trampoline with my kids. I am so close that I can "taste" it. The weight limit is 250 and I am currently 253 so I will be able to jump, by myself at least, pretty soon. I can't wait!<br />