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Topic: Carnival Cruise?
Is anyone going on the Cruise this weekend? I will be there with my mom who had surgery and a few friends. Hope to see some of you there!
Topic: Still going!
hey guys! I have lost 158 lbs from Nov 30 2004 and still going. I am at 171 now and i was wondering if it stops? Oh and if you are going on the Cruise this weekend, see you there!
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Hi B,
Any regrets? Not a one! Best decision I've ever made.
What's new since surgery. Well the hospital where I had my surgery held a lecture on Bariatric Surgery on Monday 9/18 and I was asked to tell my story. It got very emotional for me, but I think it went well. I got a lot of applause. I'm hoping my story gave hope to at least one person looking to have the surgery. I feel honored that even asked me to speak at this function. There are so many other people that they could have asked. Life is good and I truly feel blessed.
~God Bless
~Angel 
255/222/126 at Goal!
Highest/day of surg/ now
255/222/126 at Goal!
Highest/day of surg/ now Topic: RE: At a standstill
Hi Sherry,
All I know is that you can try to change things up a bit. Like if you always eat the same thing for breakfast, then maybe try something different. Your body get very comfortable and needs to be shocked sort to speak. Perhaps try eating less carbs. That always works for me. After almost 2 yrs post op it gets easy to fall back into old habits. If my scale goes up I just take out carbs for a week or so. I'm not trying to lose anymore. But I am not looking to gain it back either.
It might just be your exercise program. Maybe try doing some different things with that as well. Good luc****ep us posted.
God Bless...
~Angel
255/222/126 At Goal!
Highest/day of Surg/Now
255/222/126 At Goal!
Highest/day of Surg/Now 
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Hi, everyone! Isn't it a shame that we only seem to use these boards a lot when we have a complaint or problem? And from what I am seeing, most of us at nearly 2 years out are having the same types of issues! My personal life has been very hectic, I managed within a year of the surgery to lose down to near my goal weight. I was weighing in at 135. Then, typical story, divorce, met someone else, now engaged, and very happy. Then a coworker mentioned that I must be happy, as I have put on a little weight. I have?! I HAVE!! OH, NO! anyway, after getting on the scale about 2 weeks ago at 154, I now am back down to 146, and 11 more to go to get back to where I was. The culprit, of course, was snacking. I can not tolerate a lot of sugar, but I can tolerate some carbs, and I was grazing a lot. I now snack on beef jerky if I can not hold out until the next meal, and everyone, DRINK WATER! I am horrible about that, but I have found in the last couple of weeks that drinking water really does help you with hunger, even some "head hunger". I like the AquaCal navel orange flavored water the best, the lemon-lime is not bad either. My boyfriend has decided I am too good of a cook, and he has gained 20 pounds in the last few months, so he will be doing the Atkins diet to take it off. That will sure help me watch my carbs! Keep in touch, everyone! and if you want, email me at [email protected]. Good luck and best wishes to you all!
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Hey,
Here are my answers to your questions....
Well, my life has changed dramatically in that I can do more things that I used to. I am always on the go with my children, and doing different things. I am feeling more attractive than I have ever felt in my life. It also doesn't hurt to have a man in my life that really appreciates and encouages me. I would do this surgery over in a minute, it is the best thing that I have ever done for myself!! I have picked up about 4 pounds, but my doctor has linked that with the fact that I had some depression issues and she put me on Zoloft. At first when I was taking it, I was losing weight, and I had gotten down to 175, then I picked up about 5 pounds... So I have decided to only take it when I feel that I really need it. I have noticed that I don't have an addiction to certain foods or sweets, because I remember how bad I felt after having some chocolate, and the serious stomach pains, so that usually stops me.
So, thanks for checking up on us, let us know how you are..
Cathy
Topic: At a standstill
I need help! Can anyone tell me how I can lose more weight. I've been the same weight for at least 6 months. Does anyone have any advice on how to get started again?
:wave:
Sherry
236/178
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Hey there! Gosh, I haven't checked in here in such a long time. I'm sorry to hear that you're having some pain and difficulties.
Every day I'm so very glad that I had this surgery! I've lost 106lbs and am at goal. I pretty much fluxuate back and forth 3lbs or so. It hasn't been so hard to maintain. I do get on the scale way to much though. In the beginning I used to exercise 6-7 days a week. Now I don't work out at all 
- I know, I know I should. Actually that leads to one question that you asked - how has life changed since the surgery? Well, I'm signing up for a line dancing class on Monday nights with my 3 best girlfriends. First of all, I would never have taken a dance class - I would never want anyone to see my grotesque fat flapping around, and before surgery I really was a loner. I joined a local support group after surgery and met the 3 nicest and warmest people! Over the past 2 years we have grown to be best friends. I can't imagine my life without them and they understand just how I feel when it comes to this surgery. Even if the surgery hadn't been a success it would have been worth it to have met these ladies! I can't say I have picked up any new addictions. I still love jelly beans but stay as far away from them as I can. Do you guys still dump as easily as you did right after surgery? I can get away with sugar now but try to keep my distance from it. Overall, life is great!
Deb
- I know, I know I should. Actually that leads to one question that you asked - how has life changed since the surgery? Well, I'm signing up for a line dancing class on Monday nights with my 3 best girlfriends. First of all, I would never have taken a dance class - I would never want anyone to see my grotesque fat flapping around, and before surgery I really was a loner. I joined a local support group after surgery and met the 3 nicest and warmest people! Over the past 2 years we have grown to be best friends. I can't imagine my life without them and they understand just how I feel when it comes to this surgery. Even if the surgery hadn't been a success it would have been worth it to have met these ladies! I can't say I have picked up any new addictions. I still love jelly beans but stay as far away from them as I can. Do you guys still dump as easily as you did right after surgery? I can get away with sugar now but try to keep my distance from it. Overall, life is great!
Deb 
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Congratulations! That's wonderful news!
Keep in mind that nutrition is even more important for you... your body has to get all the building blocks it can for the little one... not the time to worry about calories... keep up those vitamins... they are critical for the both of you...and don't forget the calcium... women don't often realize the results of a calcium deficiency until they enter menopause... Best of Luck!
B
Topic: RE: 22 Months and...?
Wow... sounds like things are very exciting for you! NASCAR?!
wonderful to hear from you ... keep up the great work!
B
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