I ate with reckless abandoment during my working vacation. I gained three pounds and am at 140 this week. I see my bariatric surgeon tomorrow. The last time I saw him (many months ago) he told me that I was done losing weight. I told him that I was going to prove him wrong. I'll be darn, if he didn't prove me wrong! I think I am exactly the same weight as the last time I saw him. Of course, I did get down to 132, but couldn't stay there. I finally went back to the gym this morning after being away for what seems like months. I don't remember when I mangled my fingers with the hedge trimmers, but it sure changed my life. It's good to get back to my routine now. I missed it! Hope you all are having a great wek! Wanda

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Hi JJ HAVE YOU TRIED THE 5day pouch test? here is a link for it http://www.5daypouchtest.com/plan/days1_2.html I feel sooo hungry sometimes too - I hate days like that. I can eat a lot too depending on what it is. Are you eating solid PROTIENS or Mushies / sliders???? I find if i truly eat solid protien only - it does full me up. I hear you about being scared of gaining it is a daily battle for me to maintain - I actually was 2 pounds below goal now I am 2 pounds above (It was more - thank God I am almost back at goal) Hang in there and BE determined! Hugs, Britt

Ummmmm You so rock! you lost OVER 5 pounds!!!!!!!!!!! WOW! You've come a lomg way baby! - 18 months ago is this tragedy struck - you'have gained 5+ - am I right? Congrats at getting back to work and keeping your chin up. Remember we are here for you - *if* you need us. terrific job thanks for sharing *perfect* ahhhhhh so silly of us to think that right???? have a GREAT WEEK! hugs, Britt

I am in hiding this week.... I don't understand it..... I stayed on track all week except for one day.... grrrrrrrrr... I don't even want to report my weight this week.... maybe next week I will.... I think my cycle is due too and I have a lot of water gain.... I sure do hope that is the case.... Have a good everyone!!!!! HUGS, Shawn M.