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Diamond Girl
on 2/6/12 10:55 am - Ham Lake, MN

Topic: RE: Blue Cross BS of MN lower BMI

And you can appeal a BCBS decision if the initial one is a denial. I appealed twice and won on the 3rd try. So never give up complete hope!!! Stay in the fight!

redsnapper1975
on 2/6/12 10:23 am

VSG on 05/19/11

Topic: RE: Monday Morning Weigh-in: Superbowl edition

I added one pound of salt and naughty-ness this week... back on track today.

~ Kim

wannabeprettyinpink
on 2/6/12 8:18 am - MN

VSG on 03/14/11

Topic: if you're in the Fridley, Blaine, Coon Rapids area

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rjsams
on 2/5/12 11:45 pm - Eagan, MN

RNY on 07/13/10

Topic: Monday Morning Weigh-in: Superbowl edition

Well, I was a bit loose with my discipline last night. I was not even able to count what I ate--I just munched! I even made the sloppy joes for the protein entree and didn't have one, 'cause I ate so much junk. Not a good plan, and it showed.

I think I was giving myself permission, since I did so much exercise. Counterproductive, I know. but after coffee on Saturday morning I went for a 5 mile run, then yesterday I did a full 7 miles! Wow! I didn't know I had that in me--12 miles in one weekend.

Starting weight: 298.4 lbs
Last week: 141.7 lbs
This week: 142.5
Gain of 0.7 lbs.

Definitely the wrong direction to be headed. Time to buckle down. How did you all do?

Julie L.
on 2/5/12 10:02 am - Stillwater, MN

RNY on 08/13/07

Topic: RE: A WOW at almost 5 years out

God bless you Darla and the best to you and your family. We need to remember that we represent more than what is on the scale.....however, we struggle with the weight and life balance. I know you will do your best each day.

Darla S.
on 2/3/12 5:28 am - Maple Grove, MN

RNY on 04/27/07

Topic: RE: A WOW at almost 5 years out

Thank you, dear Mary - I love you and your zest for life as well! Someday I may have to haul my arse to a coffee on that end of town, eh? Re-connect with you eastern nuts!

As for not getting close to your goal?

Never think it can't happen. Never tell yourself you're done. This is a life long commitment we've all made ~

Give my best to Michael, I pray he continues to mend.

Imperfect does not = unsuccessful

Darla S.
on 2/3/12 5:23 am - Maple Grove, MN

RNY on 04/27/07

Topic: RE: A WOW at almost 5 years out

CONNIE!!!

Haven't seen you in years - way to go on the post-surgery weight loss... and with a new bionic knee, no less!?

I don't think I've been to PNC support group since I started my hobby job last summer, but I keep telling myself to go back. I often feel like I really don't learn anything new, but I have to remember where I came from, and how I felt inspired and hopeful because of people further out than myself ~

You take care, maybe I'll see you there again someday?

Imperfect does not = unsuccessful

Mary M.
on 2/3/12 3:35 am - Minneapolis, MN

RNY on 09/30/09

Topic: RE: A WOW at almost 5 years out

Darla, Darla, DARLA!!! you continue to inspire, with your honesty, caring and "get real" personality! I just love that about you.
I haven't been on these boards in ages and was just checking in when I saw your post and had to come out of lurkdom to say good going! Sounds like you are taking care of business and will reap the rewards of it!

As for the WOW moment, just WOW - - good for you! I love seeing people react. I never have gotten clost to my goal, but the hundred pounds lost and maintened (at times by the skin of my teeth) have made a world of difference for me, too.

Keep 'er going - good times ahead and now!
Love ya, woman. Mary

Mary

"Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you CAN do." John Wooden

I'm down 120 pounds - thanks to RNY! Working on the next 25. Then I'll tackle more...