It's hump day.  How are you all doing.. Got some, I think, good news on my dog.. it's not cancer.  she has pancerintsis.  She will be on IV's for a couple days but the doc says she should be ok.  Hopefully we got it in time.  So the family is happy and she is resting quietly in the garage getting the fluids. Had an ok day.  very busy day back to work.  Did ok on food and drink so I will take it. Here was my day.

protein drink, 1 serving 110 0 1 25

Beef, tip round, 1 oz 34 0 1 6 Cheddar Cheese, 1 oz 114 0 9 7 Tomato Sauce, 0.5 cup 39 9 0 2 Turkey, Ground turkey, 93% lean, 4 oz 160 0 8 22

Cheddar Cheese, 1 oz 114 0 9 7 Tomato Sauce, 0.5 cup 39 9 0 2 Turkey, Ground turkey, 93% lean, 4 oz 160 0 8 22

Breyers No Sugar Added, Butter Pecan ice cream, 1 serving 1/2 cup 122 14 7 3 protein bar, 1 serving 170 17 5 20

CALORIES

CARBS

FAT

PROTEIN

1,063

50

49

115

Much better than yesterday after that gouchy pou*****ident I was glad to have a happy pouch today. See you all tomorrow. Carla

Carla, glad to hear good news on your dog, I know that removes some of the stress you must be feeling. Today was better, protein low though and fat higher than I like......it was the crab cake but I ate it anyway today (leftover from last night) because it was there and I didn't want to go buy something today at work.....I'm sure it wouldn't of been any better unless I bought a salad......going out to eat is so challenging. I really tired to eat more chicken for dinner to add to the protein and keep the carbs/fat for soaring but it just wouldn't work, I can't deal with much more than 2 oz of dense protein at one meal. We're going out of town Friday through Sunday so I won't be posting.....I hope mentally I can make good choices, I do know Friday night we'll be attending a crawfish boil so we'll see how I deal with the rest of the day. February 13, 2008  

Foods

	Cals	Fat	Carb	Prot
8th Continent Soy Light ( 1 serving )	50	2	2	6
Protein Delite Chocolate Coconut ( 1.5 serving )	180	5	5	30
Kroger Salted Almonds (serv = about 25 almonds) ( 0.5 serving )	85	8	1	3
Carrington Crab Cakes ( 1 serving )	210	15	8	11
Salad dressing, KRAFT Ranch Dressing ( 0.75 tablespoons )	55	6	1	0
Lettuce, raw ( 2 cup, shredded or chopped )	13	0	2	1
Cheese, processed, American or Cheddar type ( 2 slice, NFS (.75 oz) )	141	11	3	8
Coffee Creamer 1 tsp ( 6 serving )	60	0	12	0
Coffee, decaffeinated, made from ground ( 36 fl oz )	21	0	4	1
Coffee, made from ground, regular ( 48 fl oz )	28	0	6	1
Lance Peanut Butter on Wheat (whole pk) ( 0.5 serving )	100	5	10	2
Chicken, breast, with or without bone, NS as to cooking method, skin not eaten ( 2 oz, boneless, cooked, skinless )	92	2	0	17
Brussels sprouts, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt ( 4 sprout )	33	0	7	2
Dannon Light & Fit Vanilla Creme Yogurt ( 1 serving )	60	3	3	5
Total	1128	56	63	89

Sounds like a great weekend full of plans.. Who is that handsome guy standing next to you.. love your new pic.. you look fantastic.  You had an ok day and yes.. a little more protein would be a good thing.. but still not a bad one either.. you're doing great. See ya monday and have a great time... Carla

hi carla, glad you found out about your dog. i am sure your very glad its not cancer.  i think i have to lower my calories, fat and carbs. look here what another wls lady told me. well told me and emailed me.what you think about this.? her email............. So how have you managed to get to 147 pounds?  I really need to do something to lose about 50 pounds.  Yes, I think you are too thin all over and it does make you look older.  I think it is because of the loose skin under you chin in your neck.  Also, your face is too thin and drawn. B- CytoSport complete whey protein cocoa bean ( 1 serving )  90 2 2 16 Water ( 1 cup )  0 0 0 0 power crunch peanut butter fudge ( 1 serving )  200 12 10 13

L- Ground beef, regular, cooked ( 2 oz, cooked )  160 11 0 13 weis small curd cottage cheese ( 0.5 cup )  110 5 5 13 mozzarella cheese ( 1 serving )  80 6 1 6

S- power crunch triple chocolate ( 1 serving )  195 11 10 15

D- banquet chicken pot pie ( 1 serving )  370 21 34 10 weis small curd cottage cheese ( 0.5 cup )  110 5 5 13

S- Gelatin dessert, dietetic, sweetened with low calorie sweetener ( 0.5 cup )  9 0 1 1

S- power crunch cookies and cream ( 1 serving )  195 11 10 15

Total  calories 1519 fat 83 carbs 78  protein 116  16 oz. coffee 16 oz. hot tea 84 oz. water no exercise had to work..

Thats what she said to you.  that you are too thin and you look old.. who is this person.  She doesnt know what she is talking about.  you look fantastic.. check out that new pic you got up there.  You need to do what is best for you, feels best for you and what will make you happy. dont worry about what others say.  if I would of done that I would be 30 pounds bigger and I would have never known how great I feel at this weight. You had a good day.  fat is on the high side.. ouch, but protein looks good.  It adds up quickly doesnt it. See ya tomorrow. Carla

"I think you are too thin" I think she's wrong. Very wrong and judging you doesn't help. I may think I'm too thin but it's not right that someone would tell me that I am. Thin is such a subjective word...I hate that word, almost as much as I hate FAT as a word.

she was in my church. she had gastric bypass too but she is alot bigger than me maybe 200 +  she had a differnt dr as me but same office. i dont think i am too thin either. yes i want to be smaller. now i hit my 150 goal i want to see 140 pounds..

Well, you're well on your way. It's not that far off. It doesn't really matter what anyone says to you. Sometimes we have to develop thick skin. I'm just really learning that this week. Good luck. Let us know how you progress!

Anita, this came from someone on here?  My goodness we hear enough crap from the outside world we don't need this here.....sorry lady but I disagree with her I think you look fantastic.....keep your chin up and let that slide off your back.

That is so great about your doggie. I sure hate to see an animal sick or down at all. Our cat is 14 years old next week (yes, we know his birthday (the 20th). He was born at our house!) and he's had FUS (Feline Urinary Syndrome) and all sorts of other issues including being attacked by dogs twice and a coyotee once. Very VERY lucky cat and very understanding owners. He's our $2500 cat and he's one of three but the oldest. He's slowing down and not able to jump up so much so we positioned a step stool so he could get up on his counter to eat his food. I lift him up so he can sip from the sink after I've brushed my teeth (he's spoiled too).  I feel a bit better today since the allergist is looking into my rashes. He's believing it to be a zinc deficiency so we're testing that out.  Breakfast: Kashi Hot Cereal packet, SF Maple Oatmeal packet, soy milk, wheat germ (2T) (Kashi is really high in protein. I'm glad it was okay with pouchy) Snack: 1 bowl of chili con carne no beans, 1/2 cup of cheese Lunch: I'm afraid I skipped lunch and just had a protein bar (13 grams) Snack: Single Serving Microwave Almond Meal Muffin (Gosh this was good! Got the recipe from the RNY board some time ago. Must report how great it was) Dinner: 3.5 ounces of chicken, 1/2cup broccoli and a tad of rice...Just what stuck to the broccoli, not even enough to measure...I was/am STUFFED!  Totals: Calories 1626 Fat:73 Carbs: 131 Protein: 122 Not too bad for skipping a meal. I think that muffin stuffed me. I ate it too close to dinner but it just tempted me too much.