Scared? as hell! I mean seriously, I have to admit it. I have been been doing some pretty self destructive things lately, things I know are detrimental to my success. Coffee every day with tons of sugar and 1/2 & 1/2, not just one cup, more like 32 oz a day. Not to mention being on a cracker and cheese binge for about three weeks now. I am still losing, though ever sooo slowly, but I know I'm wrong with my eating and these are the exact patterns that I know lead to worse and worse choices. Not eating very well has lead to hair loss again and I know my protein intake is not as it should be. I was thinking of maybe starting a daily thread here so we could all support each other on our daily food intake by listing (honestly) our food intake for the day. What do you think? We are here to support each other right? Well let me know whatcha think. On a positive note, I am finding time to exercise, that may be offsetting the coffee and sugar ya' think? ~~denial~~ *wink* Anyway your fears are our fears too Lorraine, let's all support each other my Diane

Ruthanna, Hi there I have been going to a psychologist since I went for my evaluation before my surgery. I go every 2 weeks. He specializes in obsessive behavior and alot of his patients are WLS. Yes it is true,we must lean on each other. Thanks for answering my post..... Lorraine

I'm pretty much hanging in at 116-118 which is well below my goal of 130 and the doc's goal of 134. I'll have to go back in to see him if I lose any more. So I am really hoping that I will maintain and stablize. I saw a PS on Monday and he suggested a lower body lift. He told me I had no fat % to speak of -- just skin that needed to be removed. You guys have done well and I am pleased to share surgery renunions with you. Your words always encourage and inspire. It's good to have a group to share with. Have a good evening. LuvitsunnyVbelo/goal

I'm scared too, Lorraine. I know that in June our "18 month window" will be up and I am so afraid I will start gaining weight yet I know I can't afford to lose any more weight either. It's sort of a catch 22 because I'm 15 pounds below goal -- looking really thin. I don't want to gain any. Do you think I need a psychiatrist? This was the topic of one of my support groups last evening and a lot of people were struggling with being 2,3,4 years out and gaining 20-30 pounds. I guess we will just have to lean on each other for support. LuvitsunnyVbelo/goal

"have a protein drink for breakfast and lunch" Allison, is that all you eat all day? I know that I eat too much, but if that's all you have then that is too little! That might be why you're not loosing. You need to eat about 800-900 calories a day, and 2 shakes and dinner isn't any where near that. I'm no pro, but I've been working with a dietician, and she says 4-5 meals a day is necessary to loose weight. Nona