B: 2 slices of homemade french toast (made w/light w/w (35 calories a slice)); egg beaters, vanilla and cinnamon in a non-stick skillet with spray and one piece of turkey sausage

S: cup of cut up nectarines, strawberries, blueberries and a few cherries

L: turkey chili and small piece of mock pizza made with spinach, cheese, eggbeaters and seasoning

S: Klondike slim bar

D: Bourbon chicken and veggies (childs portion)

S: Fruit and cheese

As someone who developed alcoholism after RNY, my personal belief is that it is a three-fold problem.  There are definite physical differences between the way I metabolize alcohol pre and post-surgery.  I have a family history of addiction, so I believe there is a genetic component.  I believe I was predisposed to developing alcoholism the same way I was predisposed to developing diabetes.  Thirdly is the issue of transfer addiction, or the fact that there were underlying causes and conditions regarding my compulsive overeating which were not addressed by the surgery, and given an inability to indulge that particular compulsion, it was somewhat easier for me to develop a new one.  I have met people in the weight loss surgery community and in the AA community (I now have 2 years sober) whose stories are just like mine.  I'm not sure that we can stop people from drinking alcohol after surgery, but we sure need to let them know that they can develop alcoholism much more quickly than the non-surgery person, and if that happens to them, there is help available and they should seek it quickly before the disease kills them.

Here is another story in the news about this issue. I am so glad it is getting more attention. I have personally watched people in my community fal prey to this and become alcoholics. Some have gotten help some are still in denial. My own sister is currently dealing with this issue and would rather have a good time than save her own life. I myself was never much of a drinker before surgery and have found myself having a very different relationship with alcohol since. Please read this, research this topic and never for one second think that you are immune. You were an addict before the surgery you will be one after.

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/Wellness/weight-loss-surgery-in creases-risk-alcohol-addiction/story?id=16582225

I'm trying some different techniques to stay on track and focused.  Today I am doing a no grain day.

1 - 2 eggs with ham/cheese
2 - strawberries/watermelon
3 - salad with grilled chicken
4 - strawberries/watermelon
5 - apple or banana with peanut butter
6 - burger, no bun, salad

Good Morning PA,
I am having one of my wake up and fall asleep in my rocking chair mornings.  .It happens now and then.  

Today, I have an appointment with a surgeon to have him set up an appointment to remove a mole that has changed.  My primary doctor never takes chances.  After my appointment, I have some yard work to take care of.  

Nothing else is going on here.

Hugs and prayers for all who need them.

Hugs,
Trish