I'm glad I read this thread, because I was wondering about my weight loss... had surgery 5 months and one day ago, and have lost 72 pounds so far... I know I shouldn't make comparisons, but sometimes I just can't help myself I see people who've lost over 100 pounds at this stage, and I'm like WHHHHAAAATTTT??? But seriously, though... I agree, each body is different. Just as different people have different post-op experiences with different foods, I guess it makes sense that the weight loss experience may also be different... so, thank you... having read this thread, I feel better too ;) Angie

Hi Carol, I'm 5ft 5 and I should be at 138lbs but since I once weighed in at 168lbs and was comfortable thereI figured that I would feel alot better at 140 or 150 lets see where I end up good luck !!!

I agree, sounds like your daughter is bitter because she has gained some weight back and you are now the center of attention with your weightloss. Good for you, I bet it's been a while since you had all that attention. I guess jealousy and envy are hard to fight even with our own parents. I hope she realizes how silly she is acting and starts supporting you rather than criticizing your success. Good luck to you both and keep up the great job!

Hi Mary, I totally agree with you- don't let anyone, even your own kids, rain on your parade!! She's an adult now (I'm assuming) and she can make her own choices. She made one when she decided to not follow the rules and gained back 40 pounds. We both know this can happen. Me personally, I'm going to make d**n sure it won't!! Anyway, all you can do, is set a good example for her and maybe she will wake up and get back on track. In the meantime, talk all you want! That is what keeps us going! Have a great Christmas! Hugs, Lyn 245/180/140

Hello all, Well it was our first Thanksgiving so how did you all do? I ate at my Mom and Dad's I didn't do too badly. I ate what I wanted most little portions. Got full fast which surprises me still!! The only "problem" which really isn't a problem just alittle annoying comment that was made to me. My Daughter" who had this surgery 3/19/02 " and has gained back 40 pounds. .[ I love her to death, BUT, don't rain on my parade!] Told me that all I did was talk about "the surgery" Which I don't recall doing, but, in conversation with the family you bring out what is going on in your life, including your changes in "shopping, eating, and what is in your fridge nowadays" The surgery is a very sore subject since she's gained. when I said I was full she told me She didn't want to hear it, and to stop talking about the surgery. AND she got mad at me!!!!!!! I was surprised, and didn't know what to talk about after that comment! sorry had to vent! So how was your turkey day??? ~ Mary