To update on me -- I have lost 71 lbs. so far. Wednesday will be my 4 month update ... People at work are really noticing, and all of my clothes are way too big now. I am gonna have to buy some new ones. In a hurry I stopped at Wal-Mart tonight to get a sweat shirt -- and I just grabbed a 22/24. (Had worn 26/28 prior to surgery or 30/32) The 18 just didnt look big enough. Well, I got home and put it on, and it just hung on me. Its too big!! I went ahead and wore it -- hoping it will shrink some when I wa**** I am eating better .. feeling lots better .. and also have alot more energy. What used to take me probably at least 15 minutes to walk, at work, is now only taking 4-5 minutes. And I am not huffing and puffing. This is GREAT! I am happy with my progress as well. What about the rest of you? Susan Graves Lap RNY 10/4/04 in Carmel 288/217/160 ? down 71 lbs in 4 months

Hi, I am updating. I have lost 62 pounds. Tomorrow is my 3 month anniversary. I am feeling so much better these days. I have lost enough weight that people at work are really noticing now. I have a lot more energy also. I got a little GUNG HO! with exercise though. I think I gave myself shin splints in my right leg. I had been taking the stairs at work several times a day and last week I really over did it. Now my shin area on my leg hurts when I walk UGH!!!!! I am using an ace bandage to support it. I hope it heals soon. I am eating alot better now also. I don't really keep careful track of my eating lately though. I eat mostly protein. I eat chicken, beef, fish, nuts, beans, cheese, yogurt, and eggs, and I am also now able to eat a small bit of salad and veggies and a tiny bit of fruit. I don't do breads or cereal or rice well yet. It makes my tummy still feel sickly. I can eat very very small amounts, but I do try to stay away from them mostly. I drink a ton of water and some sugar free fruity drinks like crystal light and Fuse. I don't really drink any protein drinks now because I HATE them. I am pretty happy with my progress so far. Thanks everyone! Robin G DS 10/26/04 in Brazil 249/187/130 down 62 pounds in 3 months

I cheat on my shake.... I use a protein shake mix (20 gm. protein) and add another scoop of unflavored protein from GNC(20 more gma) and mix w/8 oz. of water. UMMMMM... taste like watered down milk of magnesia!! Janee cain

AMEN! Well said....I'm right there with you

Hi all! I'm in favor of making this board rock!!! I fairly new to the site but think that the information I've already gleened from here is awesome. I live in Alexandria Virginia and am looking forward to getting to know all my October buddies better! Together we can make this a HUGE success! Kathy