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Topic: RE: I have a 3 year old. Now what???
I think we may try the Imagine It Museum. Any tips on how to get a discount? Seems unfair that grown ups have to pay the same price as the kids. Just my opinion...
Also the Noah's Ark animal rehabilitation ranch FREE will let you know if it is worth a drive, It is in Locust Grove past the Tanger Outlet Mall, so not so far for me.
I checked on Center for Puppetry Arta Already. Not only are the tickets $16.50, but sold out :-(
We've done the Zoo and St Mtn on prev visits. Not sure if the Aquarium is worth the admission for a 3 yr old. He would be just as happy looking at the fish at PetSmart.
How do moms with big families afford to entertain them? This stuff ain't cheap!
Also the Noah's Ark animal rehabilitation ranch FREE will let you know if it is worth a drive, It is in Locust Grove past the Tanger Outlet Mall, so not so far for me.
I checked on Center for Puppetry Arta Already. Not only are the tickets $16.50, but sold out :-(
We've done the Zoo and St Mtn on prev visits. Not sure if the Aquarium is worth the admission for a 3 yr old. He would be just as happy looking at the fish at PetSmart.
How do moms with big families afford to entertain them? This stuff ain't cheap!
**** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: No dumping. Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results, Won't regain weight! Eat normal sized meals, 96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured. I 
MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people. ~Orson Wells
Topic: RE: New to the GA boards-Introducing Myself
I am not sure exactly how strict your pre-op diet is???
1. One thing I remember is jello and protein shakes keep you pretty full.
2. Try to mix up the sweet and savory. There are plenty of fat free soups and low fat soups.
3. Eat lots of salads with tuna and fat free italian dressing. Load up the veggies.
4. When you get to the liquid phase, the liquid part from a can of soup tastes better than a can of broth or a boullion cube. Just drain the juice out of the can. Try not to think about wasting the food. :-) You will be wasting A LOT of food in the upcoming months.
Just meditite and visualize yourself thin and healthy and happy!
It's the hardest part of the process because technically you can still eat everything you want, you're just working on will power. But, you can do it!
On November 22, 2010 at 8:43 AM Pacific Time, LaShelle2 wrote:
Well, for the pre-op diet, I can just recommend much prayer. I know it must be hard doing it this week because every other commercial is some gravy laden yummylicious food.I am not sure exactly how strict your pre-op diet is???
1. One thing I remember is jello and protein shakes keep you pretty full.
2. Try to mix up the sweet and savory. There are plenty of fat free soups and low fat soups.
3. Eat lots of salads with tuna and fat free italian dressing. Load up the veggies.
4. When you get to the liquid phase, the liquid part from a can of soup tastes better than a can of broth or a boullion cube. Just drain the juice out of the can. Try not to think about wasting the food. :-) You will be wasting A LOT of food in the upcoming months.
Just meditite and visualize yourself thin and healthy and happy!
It's the hardest part of the process because technically you can still eat everything you want, you're just working on will power. But, you can do it!
LaShelle, my preop diet is pretty good. I can essentially have meat and low carb veggies, like greens, green beans etc. and I'm supposed to add in 2-3 protein shakes a day and avoid the "white stuff" like the plague :-)
I'm just really just trying to imagine being full after 3-4 oz of food. I just can't phathom it. One of my OH friends who was recently sleeved said she was full after 2 tiger shrimp **gasps**Thanks for the suggestions, I appreciate it.
Sleevie The Wondertwin is where I rant.......its PG.....mostly
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Topic: RE: I have a 3 year old. Now what???
Hey Tiff, Just had to say we were at the zoo last Saturday, too! I took my grown butt 21 year old son and 13 yo nephew. We went because I won 4 tix at work, but we ended up having a lot fun. Too bad we didn't run into you guys.
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START 318 | CW 179 | GW 165 | --- Updated Feb 3, 2012 (-139)
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Have you researched all of your options?
Duodenal Switch--Check it out at DSFacts.com and www.duodenalswitch.com/
Topic: RE: Support Group at Northside Hospital Forsyth 11/23/10 at 6:30pm
I can't wait!
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Topic: RE: What Do I need For Surgery?
Thanks for that information. I am tryin my best to not take too much. I am at this point completely overwhelmed in my mind and in AWE lol it is really about to happen. I have lost 66 lbs already from the liquid diet but I dont see it but everyone else does. I cant wait to reach 100 lbs off it will be the ultimate high lol.
Thanks again for ur information and ur prayers and support!!
Thanks again for ur information and ur prayers and support!!
Bgprettygrl 
Topic: RE: What Do I need For Surgery?
Thank you so much for just responding. I am still in the SHOCK mode and trying to take care of what I need to do. But I am takin it in stride.
Thanks for ur prayers also. Can't wait to join you on the Loser's Bench!!!
Thanks for ur prayers also. Can't wait to join you on the Loser's Bench!!!
Bgprettygrl
Topic: RE: What Do I need For Surgery?
Well I think that I am ready .... I have been preparing for this day and now that it is finally here, I am still in shock.
Thanks so much for ur support. It is definitely needed and appreciated.
Thanks so much for ur support. It is definitely needed and appreciated.
Bgprettygrl
Topic: RE: I have a 3 year old. Now what???
HW- 255 SW- 239 GW-150 CW- 143 (uh!!!! 4 more lbs needed for 100)
I have TWO three year olds, so I guess I can add my 2 cents.
1. Since it is the holidays, try th Pink Pig at Lenox. It is a kiddie ride on train tracks at Lenox Mall. The kids and I always go Friday or Saturday after Thanksgiving. The kids always love it.
2. Imagine It Childrens Museum is WONDERFUL. I usually go on the invite of a birthday party (the divas in training do the b-day party circuit 1-2 times per month), but it is VERY interactive, colorful and educational. It has always been a hit.
3. There is a NEW panda at ZOO Atlanta. We were there last Saturday, and could not see him, but the hype had my kids running to one of our family staples (we have a year family pass).
4. The good old fashioned PARK. It's free... they have a slide..... lots of places to get rid of energy........ (nothing more needs to be said).
5. Some may not agree--- but you can never go wrong with Chuckie Cheese, Monkey Joes, or any other "jumpie" place. If he has a "great" time, he will sleep like a log---- hence peace at home.
There are a number of places downtown, but please keep in mind that the attention span of a three year old is not very long, which is why I did not suggest maybe the Aquarium or Puppetry Arts..... which we have also visited several times, (but I hate to pay big bucks to get in, and they are ready to go in 10 mins:)
Also, it sounds cliche, but my bunch is perfectly happy with the play area at McDonalds--- Most times, they don't even want the Happy Meal--- as that takes too long to eat, so I buy apple slices or fries----- AND LET TEHM HAVE AT IT.
Call me if you wanna get together to do the Pink Pig.
1. Since it is the holidays, try th Pink Pig at Lenox. It is a kiddie ride on train tracks at Lenox Mall. The kids and I always go Friday or Saturday after Thanksgiving. The kids always love it.
2. Imagine It Childrens Museum is WONDERFUL. I usually go on the invite of a birthday party (the divas in training do the b-day party circuit 1-2 times per month), but it is VERY interactive, colorful and educational. It has always been a hit.
3. There is a NEW panda at ZOO Atlanta. We were there last Saturday, and could not see him, but the hype had my kids running to one of our family staples (we have a year family pass).
4. The good old fashioned PARK. It's free... they have a slide..... lots of places to get rid of energy........ (nothing more needs to be said).
5. Some may not agree--- but you can never go wrong with Chuckie Cheese, Monkey Joes, or any other "jumpie" place. If he has a "great" time, he will sleep like a log---- hence peace at home.
There are a number of places downtown, but please keep in mind that the attention span of a three year old is not very long, which is why I did not suggest maybe the Aquarium or Puppetry Arts..... which we have also visited several times, (but I hate to pay big bucks to get in, and they are ready to go in 10 mins:)
Also, it sounds cliche, but my bunch is perfectly happy with the play area at McDonalds--- Most times, they don't even want the Happy Meal--- as that takes too long to eat, so I buy apple slices or fries----- AND LET TEHM HAVE AT IT.
Call me if you wanna get together to do the Pink Pig.
HW- 255 SW- 239 GW-150 CW- 143 (uh!!!! 4 more lbs needed for 100)
Topic: RE: New to the GA boards-Introducing Myself
Well, for the pre-op diet, I can just recommend much prayer. I know it must be hard doing it this week because every other commercial is some gravy laden yummylicious food.
I am not sure exactly how strict your pre-op diet is???
1. One thing I remember is jello and protein shakes keep you pretty full.
2. Try to mix up the sweet and savory. There are plenty of fat free soups and low fat soups.
3. Eat lots of salads with tuna and fat free italian dressing. Load up the veggies.
4. When you get to the liquid phase, the liquid part from a can of soup tastes better than a can of broth or a boullion cube. Just drain the juice out of the can. Try not to think about wasting the food. :-) You will be wasting A LOT of food in the upcoming months.
Just meditite and visualize yourself thin and healthy and happy!
It's the hardest part of the process because technically you can still eat everything you want, you're just working on will power. But, you can do it!
I am not sure exactly how strict your pre-op diet is???
1. One thing I remember is jello and protein shakes keep you pretty full.
2. Try to mix up the sweet and savory. There are plenty of fat free soups and low fat soups.
3. Eat lots of salads with tuna and fat free italian dressing. Load up the veggies.
4. When you get to the liquid phase, the liquid part from a can of soup tastes better than a can of broth or a boullion cube. Just drain the juice out of the can. Try not to think about wasting the food. :-) You will be wasting A LOT of food in the upcoming months.
Just meditite and visualize yourself thin and healthy and happy!
It's the hardest part of the process because technically you can still eat everything you want, you're just working on will power. But, you can do it!
**** I AM AN OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER ****
WHY I CHOSE DS: No dumping. Highest percentage of weight loss, Best long term results, Won't regain weight! Eat normal sized meals, 96% diabeties, 90% high blood pressure, 80% sleep apnea cured. I MY DS!
My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there were three other people. ~Orson Wells
Topic: RE: I have a 3 year old. Now what???
Things I do with my 3 year old are:
Monkey Joe's - his personal favorite
Wild Animal Safari
Duluth Railway Museum
A movie - Megamind seems to be a big hit with the kids
The Festival - This is what he calls the arcade in the front of Super WalMart. He doesn't even care that no money has been placed in the machine. He just pretends.
A local park - I am not sure about your area, but Gwinnett has tons of beautiful, well-kept playgrounds.
or if you can find one of those pop up fairs, they love that (so do I now that I can fit into the rides again)!
I hope this helps!
And don't forget about Zoo Atlanta and the Aquarium!
Oh, and the local libraries sometimes have story times and art projects for the little ones.
Monkey Joe's - his personal favorite
Wild Animal Safari
Duluth Railway Museum
A movie - Megamind seems to be a big hit with the kids
The Festival - This is what he calls the arcade in the front of Super WalMart. He doesn't even care that no money has been placed in the machine. He just pretends.
A local park - I am not sure about your area, but Gwinnett has tons of beautiful, well-kept playgrounds.
or if you can find one of those pop up fairs, they love that (so do I now that I can fit into the rides again)!
I hope this helps!
And don't forget about Zoo Atlanta and the Aquarium!
Oh, and the local libraries sometimes have story times and art projects for the little ones.
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