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Sidonia B.
on 11/1/10 10:41 am
Topic: RE: Doctors.....
i want to thank you so much for telling me your experience.... i hope i do do well with it....
kgrenier12
on 11/1/10 3:25 am - pembroke, MA
Topic: RE: Frustrated about protein and eating
have you tried Spirutein protein shakes?  they are soy based and are not whey based.

i really don't like the aftertastes of whey products

you can buy Spirutein at health food stores - you can buy 1 serving packets in a variety of flavors or a big can....  I recommend the chocolate flavor.

Do you go to support groups?  They are awesome especially when you need to troubleshoot any issues you might have.

Also - when I was 5 weeks out I was also exhausted which impacted my attitude and I felt drained.
It does get better.
    
SW: 262   CW: 170  GW:155
Mara C.
on 11/1/10 12:58 am - Millbury, MA
Topic: Pouch Party Coming to Mass!
Ok, so Nik & Jen (founders of http://bariatricfoodie.blogspot.com/) are coming to UMASS in Worcester to do a Pouch Party in February!  All are welcome, you do not have to belong to the UMASS support groups.  Nik & Jen are planning to come in Feb, but we don't have the date or details yet.  I gave the paper work to the Umass Weight loss center and my surgeon and Nut LOVED the idea and it is being discussed in their next staff mtg.... so we are hopeful a date will be set for Feb shortly.

Here is what Nik asked of me, we need a committee of us to help with the planning of this and all that are helping will be free for the demo's.  I am not sure what she is needing but if anyone of you is willing to help me get this going, I would love the help.

you can email me directly if you like at mara.cronin (at) fmr.com

It's gonna be FUN!!!
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"Create your day"
RedSox15
on 11/1/10 12:29 am - MA
Topic: RE: Ya Hoo, I found a place for the North Of Boston Support Group
Hi Donna,

[email protected]  
*Kate*
 HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150 
       
LisaBC86
on 10/31/10 10:12 pm - Bridgewater, MA
Topic: Halloween Candy / New walk
Good November morning all ! Hope everyone enjoyed their Halloween !! The night is over but most of us are STILL stuck with that tempting candy - what are you doing with it ? Don't want to keep it in the house but can't throw it away - I can take it from you and donate it to Special Kindness in Packages. www.SkipCares.org   Great organization !!

Also check out this link for a walk in Raynham this Sunday - very short... 5 miles - BUT You must be able to do a mile in 15 minutes or under !! Another great cause ! Let me know if you'd like to join us ! http://www.homesforourtroops.org/site/Calendar?view=Detail&id=105662

 Highest (that I know of) 285  Weight when I started the process 277
Night before surgery 263
  Goal weight 160


Smile ! You'll make the world a happier place !
Inspriational video "Strive for Perfection, Settle with Excellence !
OH Support Group Leader
LisaBC86
on 10/31/10 10:08 pm - Bridgewater, MA
Topic: RE: Ya Hoo, I found a place for the North Of Boston Support Group
HI Good for you ! don't give up !! 

Generally at the first meeting you will probably want everyone to introduce themselves - share a little about their journey - might want to start with you and why you've started the group - what you hope everyone might get out of it.

After you can ask others what they are looking for - if they want to share goals, accomplishments, challenges, etc.....

 Highest (that I know of) 285  Weight when I started the process 277
Night before surgery 263
  Goal weight 160


Smile ! You'll make the world a happier place !
Inspriational video "Strive for Perfection, Settle with Excellence !
OH Support Group Leader
skinnycat
on 10/31/10 9:54 pm - Peabody, MA
Topic: RE: Ya Hoo, I found a place for the North Of Boston Support Group
Hi Kate,

That would be great.  Write me a peronal message with your e mail address and I will forward
a copy of my flyer that I did for this meeting with all the info on it.  Where do you live?

I just want to say, that you have done a wonderful job. 

Thanks
  HW: 314 SW: 298 CW : 232 Goal: 160  -My OH magazine discount code is                    KELLEY11 if anyone interested in a subs OH magazine    
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RedSox15
on 10/31/10 9:11 am - MA
Topic: RE: Ya Hoo, I found a place for the North Of Boston Support Group
AWESOME!!  So glad you finally got a location !! 

I have a support group at my hospital, Tufts, tomorrow ... would you like me to give them your information in case anyone from the North Shore is interested Donna??
*Kate*
 HW: 286 SW: 253 CW: 167 GW: 150 
       
Lynn C
on 10/31/10 7:46 am, edited 10/31/10 7:52 am
Topic: RE: Providence,RI Jingle 5K Sunday 12/5/10 Walk or Run
Got it, no space - I'm registered!




Tried to register with that info Lisa but it says

Either your account is not yet activated, or you have used the wrong username, try again


Lynn C ~
Banded 9/12/2005 ~ Revision to VSG on 9/7/2010 ~ Losing again with a Keto lifestyle



Sue M.
on 10/31/10 7:33 am - Nantucket, MA
Topic: RE: Providence,RI Jingle 5K Sunday 12/5/10 Walk or Run
Love it, Lisa!  Walking - Running, they are all both good for you!  You can even walk some, run some!  The feeling of finishing is the same either way!
Read my blog, BARIATHLETE   I run because I can.

First 5K race October 4, 2009   (34.59)  PR 5/22/11 (27:26)
First 5 Mile: January 1, 2011 (50:30)
First 10K: July 4, 2010 (1:03.26) New PR 4/10/11 (1:01.14)
First 10 Mile: April 11, 2010  (1:46.15)
First 1/2 marathon: June 13, 2010 (2:22.21)  PR: 5/1/11 (2:17.30)
First Marathon: October 16, 2011: 5:47:20

Goofy Challenge: January 7-8, 2012
If you think you can, you can.  If you think you can't, you're right. - Mary Kay Ash
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