Elaine, Hi there and Thanks for answering my post. I am no longer thinking its just me like this. I love this board for this reason and many more. I hope you enjoy your vacation. Oh my Florida.... How wonderful; Again Thank you girl. Lorraine

Hi Lorraine, Yup, I often find myself "forgetting about the WLS" and reverting to old habits.. Good news is, we get a quick wake up call when we get sick like you did last night.. Usually gets us back on track pretty quick ... Your story reminded me of when I used to work the 3-11 shift and come home and pig out.. the worst time too, cus we're probably heading to bed in the next hour or so and that binge will just be working it's way to the fat stores.. On my way to Florida for vacation.. see you all in a week or so.. Elaine

Hi there to all my friends here. Let me talk about something I hope and know some of you can relate to. Does anyone just try to forget you had WLS and test your ability to eat like before? I will tell you why. I work 3-11 pm. I usually come home and have some water or an "Atkins Advantage drink" Well I had the drink and then I don't know what got into me. My daughter left some Chinese food in the fridge. Fried chicken wings. I began to eat them 3 of them after drinking the protein drink. I think I was testing myself, or just trying to be like before my WLS. Anyhow I began to and my heart was beating so fast. What is wrong with me? Did I not think I would get sick after drinking the protein? Is this behavior normal for any of you guys? Today I am back on track again. I went to the "Vitamin Shoppe" and got some protein bars and more drinks. I have come such a long way. Why am I sabotaging myself? Lorraine RNY 12/15/03.....245lbs AT PRESENT........130 LBS "AT GOAL"

Hi Karie I was going for a TT but also had a 2nd consult with my PS on Monday and we have decided to go for the LBL too. He said he would just do the TT if I wanted, but that he felt I'd be much happier with the LBL as my fanny is flat as a board and nothing but wrinkles at the bottom. We also talked about my pancake boobies. I had planned on just a lift, but there is very little breast tissue left so we will be adding a 300cc silicone implant to fill them out a little. Since we are doing the LBL we will break the proceedures up. LBL on March 22nd and Breast lift w/aug in June. Again, he said he would do both at same time if I really wanted, but that he felt that I'd get better results in 2 surgerys. Plus that gives me more time to save $$ and not come up with all the $$ at once. I wish you the best of luck with insurance approval. I have an HMO and they won't even touch reconstructive surgery so I am self pay. For $20K I hope to look AMAZING. Let us know how your PS quest goes Kimberly

Oh, My Goodness Ladies and Gentlemen.....I thought I was invincible I have never dumped and I have tried my share of sweets, just little bits at a time, but never-the-less sugar has not bothered me....until last night. I made a great prime-rib dinner for my family and served Cherry Cheese Cake for dessert. I was comfortable after my dinner and did not have any cheese cake until about 2 hours later. One tiny piece (maybe 4 bites) and I thought I would die My heart was going 100 miles per hour, my head hurt, my little pouch was cramping and I was in the bathroom throwing up. Once I got back to my bed all I could do way lie there curled up with my eyes closed wishing the pain away. Don't know how long it took me to fall asleep, but this morning I feel fine. I guess, I was getting a-little ****y about "I can eat a bit of anything" attitude and needed a reminder. And did I get one Hope everyone is having a Good Day!!! Kimberly...who just might stick to water and portien drinks today