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Topic: RE: 10 months out tomorrow
Congrats! You have lost 166 lbs in 10mths! Thats great! I had the surgery open Oct 22,2000, I lost 200lbs but have since gained some thats a real drag I just have to get back on track...Brenda
Topic: RE: Sugar grams?
Ellen;
I can tolerate up to 15g of sugar at an eating occassion. I don't push that limit very often, but when I do, my pouch lets me know that it's not going to cooperate.
If you're concerned with how to slow or stop your losing, make an appointment with your nutritionist. They can best advise you on how to stop losing in the most healthy way.
Blessings,
Jennifer
Topic: RE: Wow!!! Moments
I'm with ya, girl!!
These past couple months have been amazing! I don't get tired or winded hardly at all. I can do activities with my kids and feel like I'm actually interacting with them. I can CROSS my legs.
I still move all the way over when I'm walking down an isle or a hallway, I guess somethings will take longer to accept. Compliments are still the hardest for me.. when someone tells me that I am "pretty" or that something looks really good on me, or I hear the "skinny" word.. I still get taken back from all that. I try to smile and say thank you and just let it go in hopes that there won't be a big deal made about it.
I have to admit, buying clothes in the regular department is great! Having that special someone being able to completely wrap their arms around you isn't so bad either 
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I hope that you all are doing well in your new adventures and you have continued success.
307.5/167/150
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I hope that you all are doing well in your new adventures and you have continued success.
307.5/167/150 Topic: RE: 10 months out tomorrow
Hi there my surgery dat was nov 29th starting weight was 239 weight now155 I have 25 more to go to goal weight..Keep up the good work everyone!
Topic: RE: Questions about Dumping
I worked with a guy who was 3 years post-op.
he LIVED on moutain dew and corn chips,
and he talked about being able to eat 1/2 lb of candy.
I don't ever want to get to the point where I can live like that again.
Topic: RE: Sugar grams?
Our nurse says to not eat foods with more than 5 grams of sugar per serving, so I don't know how that fits in with your question. I think I can generally handle a bit more if it is in a protein bar, but I try to keep within the guidelines.
Sally
Topic: Sugar grams?
How many grams of sugar can you tolerate? I can go up to about 9 or 10 grams and I think that seems like alot. Not that I mind because I really feel like I can eat anything, including bread (hoagies too!!). Of course I don't eat it much of it or often. I am down 100 punds and would like to stop soon.Maybe 10 more but that is it really. Any advice on how to stop?
Topic: RE: Wow!!! Moments
My WOW moment was after hernia surgery and the stitches were taken out and the swelling went down. I had a flat stomach for the first time in years! It felt as if something was missing! And it was!!! My fat was gone and my alien (hernia) was gone. I can now tuck in my shirts and wear belts.
My second WOW moment is being thinner than everyone else for a change! I used to hide in the shadows at get-togethers because I was the largest person in the room. Now everyone else, including my skinny sister-in-laws, are bigger than me!
Third WOW is the self-confidence that I have gained. I now participate and volunteer for things that I would have avoided in the past. For instance, I belong to a writers' group here in town. I recently volunteered to head the publicity end of our upcoming conference. I would have been biting my nails off in the past but now I love to talk to people and can't wait to meet the media!
Four WOW is I cleared out my size 12's and 14's from my closet today. There were a bunch of them, too. Hm, wonder if my sister-in-law's would be insulted if I offered them the clothes I can't wear anymore because they're too big????
And the list goes on and on and on!!! Life is definitely better on the losing side of life!
Peggy B. 
Topic: RE: 10 months out tomorrow
Congratulations! I'm sure you'd agree, life as a big loser is definitely a winner, eh? Are you going to have a rebirth party tomorrow? That would be fun!!!
Peggy B.
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