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Yeah, I don't want to have the plastic surgery either. Sounds very, very painful not to mention expensive. I've heard pros and cons about it, like anything else I guess. No one notices it when I'm in clothes and even at the pool and beach, no one has passed out from looking at me (so far). A...

Thanks! Looks like you're doing great and the 18 months will roll round in no time at all!

At the risk of sounding like a mutual admiration society, I say, "Thank you and well done, my dear!" Yes, the clothes thing is awesome. Back in November I went to Walmart in Florida with my nephew to buy jeans and I had a little meltdown when I slipped into a 36" waist. It gets very...

Thank you. It's nice the way we support each other. It definitely helps.

The 23rd of February marked the 18 month anniversary of my gastric sleeve surgery. All is well and I had my periodic dialogue with my nutritionist. She told me that I shouldn't lose any more weight. I am remaining at the same weight, more or less, but as she confirmed, there is 5 lb. leeway...

I had a couple of hours to kill between appointments and Bloomingdale's was across the street so I decided to have a look inside. In the past I was limited to what I could purchase as far as clothes go (and that was when they did carry reasonably price clothes but now it's all designers at...

Thanks so much! Looks like you are well on your way to success. Keep up the good work.

Actually, my energy level picked up as I lost more weight. I did have other issues, like mood swings. But it was also because I was dealing with the world again after almost 4 years of keeping to myself. I would get very sad after I ate. Still do, occasionally. Maybe my subconscious is...

Thanks so much. And congrats on your success. Keep up the good work!

Thanks. Congrats to you. You are doing so well. I didn't get to my last 38 lbs until way over a year past surgery so you're ahead of the game. It will go quickly.

Thank you so much for your kind words. They too encourage me to continue a desire to stay on program and enjoy my new life.

1/2 cup steel cut oats 1/2 cup skim milk 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt Blend all three ingredients and pour into a jar or container and cover. Refrigerate overnight. I add cinnamon, raisins, and 2 1/2 packets of Splenda. I also find that it tastes even better if you let it refrigerate...

If you don't like the protein drink you have switch to another brand until you find one you are happy with. But make sure you have them. I was happy with mine (Six Star Whey Isolate Plus/Decadent Chocolate) but everyone is different. Speak with your nutritionist for recommendations or ask...

It's official. I reached my goal weight of 175 lbs. today which means I lost over 50% of my starting weight of 362 lbs. I feel truly blessed because the surgery was the answer to my prayers. I was fortunate because I experienced no problems after surgery and the weight started coming off...

Congrats. You are well on your way now. Walking is good so do as much as possible. All the best!

Stepped on the scale this morning and I am now down to 181 lbs.; exactly 1/2 of the 362 lbs. I weighed when I first went to see my surgeon for a consultation. It's going on 2 years since I decided to deal with this horrible problem I had most of my life. It was the best thing that ever...

Congratulations on your success. I felt the same way about myself. I am first seeing family I haven't seen in over 20 years all because I didn't want people seeing me, I was so ashamed. It took be a while to get used to the new person but I'm finding wearing the new wardrobe helps a lot (my...

Thank you so much. Please excuse the typos. I typed it right before I went to sleep. Happy holidays and good luck with your upcoming surgery. Before you know it you'll be zip lining too! LOL

Did something I never thought I would do. I went zip lining in a Jamaican rain forest. My new Avatar is a photo of me in the gear. I used to feel frustrated because I wasn't allowed to participate in activities like zip lining and even helicopter rides due to weight restrictions. Don't think...

Thanks, Kim, for your kind words. I just returned home from a 17 day trip and got on the scale to find I reached my 185 lb goal. However, since I am supposed to continue with the dietary instructions I received I'm hoping I can lose even more. Plus the increase in my activity level is...