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Good Wednesday morning everyone The day before Thanksgiving. WOW. This is my 3rd Thanksgiving post op. The first year we were in Myrtle Beach earlier in the week and left on Turkey day to drive to Charlotte (to be there for the big souvenier blowout sale) so we didn't fuss much about dinner. Last year we went to CT because my mom was in the hospital. We didn't make any plans for a meal, so we ate at a restaurant when we got there. This year, however, we are going to be driving (AGAIN) on Turkey day to NC, but headed to dinner with friends at their house. I have no idea what to expect, but I am confident that I will be just fine. I am not usually a 'sappy' person, but I think I do need to say that I am thankful this year for being here and being healty and able to live life rather than watch it pass me by. I am also thankful for the wonderful friends that I have made on this board. The group meet/greet/support outings have been a very positive thing in my life. For those of you who are off for the long weekend and may be traveling .. be safe ... For those who are off, but not traveling .. be careful ... For those who are not off .. I'm sorry But most off all .. for all .. Have a wonderful Turkey Day !!! Hugs, Mo

Happy Thanksgiving Mo. I am lurking today as I am at work and it is a very quiet day today. No meetings, no travel, no conference calls...what ever will I do to pass the time?! I do have work to do but it's not pressing. Still it would be nice to get some of it done finally. I am a bit nervous about this being my first big holiday season post-op. I am doing really well, lost 90 lbs so far. I can eat what I consider normal now. I still try to time my meals so I take 20-30 minutes to eat (not always easy) and I don't drink anything for at least 30 minutes after my meals. I will drink up to the time I eat, just because it doesn't affect how much I can eat. I just don't want to empty my pouch quickly so I don't drink afterwards. I can eat a bit of carbs or sweets here and there. I never overdo it because I don't want to get to the point where I can eat any amount and have not effects (ie dumping - keeps me away from certain things). It helps me to know that I can have a "taste" of some things but I am not burdened by feeling like I HAVE to eat that stuff or that I CAN'T stop with just a taste. Its a freedom that I never thought I'd experience. Still, I don't want to spend the holiday "tasting" my way to not losing or worse yet gaining. (does that make sense?) I think that knowing where I am weak and planning ahead will help me to get through the holiday without falling into old ways. Traffic will probably be a bear tonight but I am planning on staying busy while hubby drives. I too am very thankful for this board. I am thankful for the friendships that I have with each of you. You all inspire me, challenge me and greatly support me. Thank you for being here! K, 'nough mush. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!! Hugs, Robin

Mush, mush, mush!!! Hugs, Mo

Lurk, lurk, lurk...that would be me! Not too much going on here at work. Slow so still trying to find things to fill the time. Going to bake my pies tonight so I don't have to cut my shopping short tomorrow morning. Yep, got my prioities in order! LOL It's supposed to rain this evening so I don't think I am going to go out. Probally better to just stay in where it's nice, safe and warm. I just want to say I am so thankful for this site, the people I have met and the people I have yet to meet. I am thankful that my surgery went well, my recovery has been pretty uncomplicated and that I have lost almost 40 pounds. I am thankful for my family, my friends (both new and old), my health and happiness. I hope everyone has a wonderful thanksgiving, please be safe if you head out...and that will be the end of my contribution to the mushiness!!!! ~Heather

More mush, mush, mush Hugs, Mo

Hey all. I'm also holding down the fort at work. I'm hoping boss type people let us have a reprieve a couple hours early today. So much to be thankful for this year, but I'll add to the overall sentiment here. It's strange "hanging out" as part of an online message board, but I find I miss it if I don't come by here at least once a day and get the check in with everyone. As always I appreciate your support and glad to offer mine wherever possible. Have a great tomorrow everyone. -Daniel

Hi Daniel I always know you are out there lurking even when you don't post! Have a wonderful holiday yourself. Hugs, Mo

Robin, I love your new picture! I didn't recognize your avatar and I had to look at your profile check if it is really you. You are doing so awesome! Elizabeth

Good Morning Girls - I was very happy to get all the e mails this morning from my post yesterday. You girls are too nice! I am slowly coming out of this funk, and I had a big shock this morning, I weighed myself and ready for this -----I am down 19 pounds in 13 days! I can't believe it. I have been doing the diet very carefully, doing some light exercising and just taking it day by day and by go****'s working! I'm happy to hear the feelings I was having yesterday are normal and that it's just going to take a little time for my body and my brain to adjust. I will be staying home for Thanksgiving, my daughter will be going to New York to visit her in-laws, so my husband and I will be eating pureed chicken and watching videos. Everyone have a safe holiday and don't eat too much!!

Hi Linda Hang in there .. it does get better! I had a phenomenal recovery .. back to work in two weeks, etc .. then farther down the road I had some issues .. but now I can say that WLS was the BEST thing I have ever done for myself and I would do it again in a heartbeat .. even knowing that I might have the issues I had later on .. Enjoy your holiday and I'll be back from NC with tales to tell! Hugs, Mo