Weight Loss Surgery Info

Jill,
Congratulations Your total weight loss is awesome. It might be time for you
to go shopping.
Debby
Jill <jsplds@...
Hi Amy,
That's kind of the way I've chosen to look at it. I don't know if it
works or not, but that's okay for me for now.
By the way, I went to the dr. today, and asked about why I'm losing
so slowly. He told me that I am actually right on target with the
rate that most people lose their weight.
By my personal records, since the day of surgery (when I weighed here
at home before heading to the hospital), I have lost as of today,
18.8 lbs. I'm 7 weeks post-op today. However, by the dr.'s records, I
have lost 28.8 lbs. since my final pre-op appt. a few days before my
surgery. That means I have lost just over 28% of my excess weight
already! And my overall weight drop since my highest weight is now 54
lbs.!
Seeing my weight loss as a percentage helps me to be much better
satisfied with my results to date. I guess it puts it into better
perspective for me. And just knowing that I am right where most
people are at this point post-op helps me to know that even though I
haven't lost the bazillion pounds in a month that I dreamed of, I'm
still doing just fine.
Today, I had to do another closet purge. I have so few things left in
my closet now. I'll be doing laundry every other day!
I tried on a jumper today that didn't fit 2 weeks ago, and I had
given myself 2 weeks before I figured it *might* fit me . . . um, I
can't even wear it now because it's TOO BIG!!! Now that's something I
never imagined being able to say!!!!!
Today has been a *very* good day! :D
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 18.8 lbs.

1. Name:sally
2. City and State:lancashire u.k
3. E-mail Address:sallycasey1@...
4. Are you: Considering Surgery, Pre-Op or Post-Op:pre op
5. Date of WLS:17th feb
6. Surgeon's Name and Location:basil ammori manchester
7. Type of Surgery:gastric bypass
8. Highest Pre-Surgery Weight:24 stone
9. Insurance or Self-Pay:nhs pay
10. What is the name of the insurance company that covered your WLS
(if
applicable):
11. How did you hear about this group?:intrnet
12. Birthdate:11 november 1973
13. Occupation:health care assistant
14. Married or Single (if married what is your spouse's
name?):married patrick
15. Do you have children? If so, what are their names?no
16. Hobbies:card making(flowersoft and decoupage)
17. Anything else you would like to share with other members:

Hi Lora, I just want to say I hope that I wasn't being offensive when I
emailed you. And I hope you won't find my next two questions offensive
as well and so the only reason I am asking this is that as a

I got this on Multiply site & thought I share it with the group I have not
tried it yet.
Fruit Pudding..........
Makes 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients....
1 cups tofu
2 medium, ripe bananas
2 teaspoons honey (or agave nectar)
1 cup sliced peach (pitted cherry or any type of berry)
Directions....
1. Place all ingredients in food processor and process until smooth.
2. Pour into four serving dishes.
3. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutritional Information
1 serving
Calories: 145
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrate: 21 g
Dietary Fiber: 4.4 g
Total Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0.9 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 12 mg
Calcium: 201 mg
**************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape.
http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489

Oh, yay! Lizanne wants to come play, too!!
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 18.8 lbs.

Lizanne,
My surgeon doesn't run any labs for us until 6 months post-op either. I
wish it was more frequently than that, but I guess I'm just going to
have to live with his rules.
With all your hair loss, and your acknowledgement of not having
ingested enough protein for so long, it would seem that common sense
might prevail and that tests could be run earlier than his "norm" just
to see if you are in need of anything now. It would seem to me that
it's easier to catch up early in the game than it would be if you let
even more time pass before testing.
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 18.8 lbs.

Hi Amy,
That's kind of the way I've chosen to look at it. I don't know if it
works or not, but that's okay for me for now.
By the way, I went to the dr. today, and asked about why I'm losing
so slowly. He told me that I am actually right on target with the
rate that most people lose their weight.
By my personal records, since the day of surgery (when I weighed here
at home before heading to the hospital), I have lost as of today,
18.8 lbs. I'm 7 weeks post-op today. However, by the dr.'s records, I
have lost 28.8 lbs. since my final pre-op appt. a few days before my
surgery. That means I have lost just over 28% of my excess weight
already! And my overall weight drop since my highest weight is now 54
lbs.!
Seeing my weight loss as a percentage helps me to be much better
satisfied with my results to date. I guess it puts it into better
perspective for me. And just knowing that I am right where most
people are at this point post-op helps me to know that even though I
haven't lost the bazillion pounds in a month that I dreamed of, I'm
still doing just fine.
Today, I had to do another closet purge. I have so few things left in
my closet now. I'll be doing laundry every other day!
I tried on a jumper today that didn't fit 2 weeks ago, and I had
given myself 2 weeks before I figured it *might* fit me . . . um, I
can't even wear it now because it's TOO BIG!!! Now that's something I
never imagined being able to say!!!!!
Today has been a *very* good day! :D
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 18.8 lbs.

Valeri,
It feels good to get the last thing completed, doesn't it? Hopefully
you'll get "the call" soon!
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 18.8 lbs.

Sorry, I accidentally hit delete instead of reply to your email! I am booking
tix for Aug. 27-Sept 2. It works with my childrens school AND a long weekend
from my work so I can use less vacation time. It is also great as far as crowds
go and the deeper discounts. I hope to hear from the travel agent tomorrow or
Wed. to get everything pinned down. The bad part is that it is hurricane season
and also the hottest part of the year there. That is ok though, there are so
many people where I work that LIVE to go to Disney World that they are all
giving me great pointers to stay fairly cool and experience everything. :) I
am really excited. Perhaps as much as my children.
Lisa A
Smidgies Mom <lisaatwell1968@...
my trip is in August...it would be amazing to have a group there. I
bet if we choose to actually do this and I write to let publicity know, we would
get some sweet perks! :)
Lisa A
"Judy R." <losingforlife08@...
Hey I love Disney, love it more after I have surgery and can sit & walk more
comfortably :) I have Disneyland over here, been there done that, never been to
Disney World would like to check it out.
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

well hmmm, if you count my kids, that is 5....i think we need 3 more to consider
it a "group".
Lisa A
lizanneflowers <lizanneflowers@...
Now there's 3 on the list if you count me. Do you think they have
group rates for 3?
Lizanne

unfortunatley the bat wings and the boobs are your special reminder of the
weight. You can self pay to correct both. The nice thin about breast implants
is there is no stretching of the skin so it should not feel like someone
stepping on your chest. I have heard that the wings are the most painful of all
the surgeries. I will live with both i think. I dream of a new chest, but the
reality is that I support my kids alone, so I will just keep rolling them up and
sticking them into my bra's that are iffy on fit as well.
Lisa A
Allison <allisonmarie22@...
I'm 28 and I think my loss has been fairly slow...certainly not as
dramatic as some. I consider myself fairly young, but I have to say that my skin
is horrible. I have huge batwings, my boobies are halfway to my bellybutton and
the skin on my stomach and legs is sagging pretty badly. However, I haven't
really done a lot of exercise since surgery, so I'm sure I have myself to blame.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Now there's 3 on the list if you count me. Do you think they have
group rates for 3?
Lizanne

I hope you get some good sleep and feel better tomorrow Carol. Is everything
going ok with getting in all your protein and water?
Pat
sexxxymomma <bigmom815@...
I woke up this morning so tired & it is after 8:30 p.m. & I am still
tired tonight, Hate Feelin like this. :( Guess I won't wake up tonight.
How is everyone? Pat, Nomi, Penny, Kim in NJ?? ETC....
I Don't go to my Weight Management again until April but will weigh
myself this week I Don't like my scale tho so not sure if I will.
Carol AKA bigmom815
bigmom815@...
http://www.myspace.com/bbws

A lot of lurkers... we need to beat the bushes and flush them out!!!
Pat
Allison <allisonmarie22@...
We have some lurkers and not everyone sent in a new member survey when
they joined.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

My youngest son, 19, is the one going to make me a grandma in April. My 2 older
ones, nada! the oldest son, 25, has no woman on the horizon and has informed me
that he doesn't think he will be having kids, and if he does it will be after
he's 30 because he's 25 and no plans right now about any committment. My
daughter, 23, is married but they've "planned" when they will be having kids and
if they keep on schedule, there won't be a baby from them for another 2-5 years!
I have mentioned I want grandbaby from them, but it's not a deal buster for me.
I raised 3 kids alone and I know how very hard it is to get the job done right,
so if I just end up with the 1 grandbaby coming now, that's okay for me. :)
also on the topic of being alone (which I haven't chimed in to) in 2006, I was
"alone" with my mom. daughter got married, oldest son was in Florida, young son
was away at treatment. I spent the entire year of 2006 to myself with my mom,
then she left for the last 4 months of 2006 and this WAS THE FIRST TIME IN MY
ENTIRE LIFE SINCE BIRTH that I have been all alone. so alone, I adopted a dog.
but I loved it. OMG I came home to total peace and quiet and nothing to do, I
enjoyed my solitude. 1 specific night I lay on the couch and I suddenly felt
guilty, like wasn't I supposed to be doing something, then I realized I deserved
to just lay on couch relaxing after 25 years of raising kids. BUT here's the
clincher, in Jan 2007 baby son came home, in March 2007 he moves in girlfriend,
in June 2007 oldest son comes back home, in August 2007 sons girlfriend is
pregnant. and of course my mom is here AND to top it all off, my daughter and
her husband are having
issues so she just moved in here last week!!!!! so now I've gone from 1, little
ole me going through empty nest syndrome to a house of 6!!! what the heck?? with
the 2 oldest kids bunking in the living room on couch and floor :) you really
just never know. full house but still no more for me to do, I refuse to change
my new solitude, they are adults and they can do for themselves. last year I
went on 4 different trips for the first time in my life, i packed and took off
:) yes it's nice to have kids and to have them around but after you've done all
you can solitude is grand also :)
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

I woke up this morning so tired & it is after 8:30 p.m. & I am still
tired tonight, Hate Feelin like this. :( Guess I won't wake up tonight.
How is everyone? Pat, Nomi, Penny, Kim in NJ?? ETC....
I Don't go to my Weight Management again until April but will weigh
myself this week I Don't like my scale tho so not sure if I will.
Carol AKA bigmom815
bigmom815@...
http://www.myspace.com/bbws

San,
You made me chuckle when you said you were going to eat as much as your
pouch will allow. Please keep in mind.. that won't be much.. hahaha
I do hope you have a wonderful and safe trip. Have fun and relax as much as
possible. I did a 16 hour drive coming down here. Remember to get out and
stretch now and then.
--
Mary in FL
LAP RNY 1/26/2007
317/296/169/140
BS/ SW/CW/GW

I too am a mom and have joked with my kids about getting married and having
"my grandkids". I have one now that is 7 but the other two of my three kids
haven't gotten close to marriage yet let alone having kids. They know I am
joking around but I also know they are afraid of marriage because of my
divorces and do not want to have the same happen to them.
--
Mary in FL
LAP RNY 1/26/2007
317/296/169/140
BS/ SW/CW/GW

must be a great kid :o)
Edie

I'll try to get a close up to post soon.
Hugs,
Darlene

We have some lurkers and not everyone sent in a new member survey when they
joined.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

I'm here! My BD is May 29
Hugs,
Darlene, Ohio

Ally,
I have never "known" anyone to have more excuses than Sharon. Is
there a book you can get called "The Easy Way Not to Always Offer
Excuses"? I am sure she read a similar book this weekend. Or is
that another excuse. Just kidding, Sharon. We are all busy, and
these things sometimes hit the bottom of the to-do list.
Lizanne

I was just looking at the new pics that were posted this weekend.
Darlene, how are you feeling? I would have liked to have seen a better
close up so I can really see your face. If will really show the
difference as you lose weight. You will be amazed how these pictures
change so rapidly.
Joan you are a tiny little lady aren't you? You look great.
Pat, it's good that you had your picture taken with Jim, because you
did look like a giant. Much larger than that picture where you are in
camouflage.
Joanne...the cabana boy...I would love to have him hanging on my wall,
or even as wallpaper, but if we are planning to have men join our
group, he may scare them all away. Where did you find him, YUM!!
Lizanne

What I want to know is where are all those members??? I have been trying to
keep track of who is a member here... and I can only come up with 81 names!
Pat
"Judy R." <losingforlife08@...
LOL, no wonder I thought I was crazy, and I forgot how to count. I
made folders for all the emails and I counted 85 members and the website said we
had 103 members, thought I was going nuts counting :) :)
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

I'm 28 and I think my loss has been fairly slow...certainly not as dramatic as
some. I consider myself fairly young, but I have to say that my skin is
horrible. I have huge batwings, my boobies are halfway to my bellybutton and
the skin on my stomach and legs is sagging pretty badly. However, I haven't
really done a lot of exercise since surgery, so I'm sure I have myself to blame.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Kay,
The amount of protein and carbs sounds good to me, but I have one
comment. You need more than plant protein. You need some animal
protein too, like eggs or meat or cheese. Are you getting some from
these foods also?
Lizanne

Jenn,
I will tell you what I do, but I think I over do it. I allow myself
20 gr perserving, no more. Then I allow myself 60 a day. I know
that is more than most, but other than the sugar I put in my decaf
tea, all other carbs are complex.
I think my NUT said no more than 7 gr per serving. Oooops.
Lizanne
251/184/125

Amy,
I was hoping that was true, but I don't think so. I had my surgery 5
months ago and have lost only 67 lbs. That is slow for WLS. I am
also older, 54 on Thursday. My skin is very saggy, especially in the
arm area. There is some in other places, but the arms are the
worst. I exercise, water aerobics twice a week since Oct 2, and I am
now walking the treadmill 3 times a weeks, but only for 35-45 minutes
so far. Maybe it has to do with age rather than slowness. My
brother had the surgery over 5 years ago, and had a tummy & a butt
lift. The rest of him looks very good, and he was 40 years old when
he had it. He was over 400 lbs though. He lost 235 lbs in 10
months. So it really depends on your skin and heredity.
Lizanne

Dee,
The list my NUT and surgeon prescribed included:
500 mcg Vit B12 Sublingual
1200 mg Calcium Citrate + D
Multi vitamin...or 2 childrens multivitamin.
Oh, iron if your still get your periods, I don't.
I am somewhat of a believer in vitamins so I take an extra vitamin D,
which helps defend against breast cancer and also helps with the
absorption of calcium. I do not take it with the calcium, but with a
yogurt or a serving of cheese.
I also take a niacin which can be used instead of cholesterol meds.
It helps carry away the bad cholesterol, but can cause your face and
upper body to flush for about 10 minutes. Feels really weird.
And last of all, I take a vitamin C. This helps keeps colds away and
is an antioxident, it may take away those free radicals so I age
slower.
That's what I do, but the first 3 or 4 the docs required.
Lizanne

Funny you say that when I am sitting here feeling bummed about my weight
lol. On my Dr's website there is a weight planner that has estimated
weight loss for each month to loose 70% of your excess weight. I am not
at that goal weight yet and it really upsets me. I am temped to email
them and ask them to remove it since it causes me so much emotional
distress LOL.
Actually I have not been following the diet well or getting the protein
in. My hair is falling out in a huge amount. So no secrets here.
Paula
Lap RNY 10/8/07
SW/CW/GW
351 283 160

Oh Lizanne. . he loves me naked no matter what. . its me that hates me naked. .
:(( He is a man. . he loves me and doesnt care if i had 3 horns and was naked.
. it would be ok w/ him LOL
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

LOL, no wonder I thought I was crazy, and I forgot how to count. I made folders
for all the emails and I counted 85 members and the website said we had 103
members, thought I was going nuts counting :) :)
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

Remember plant proteins are not complete proteins. Complete proteins are
from animals, so milk and egg protein need to be in your daily plan too.
Good luck,
Edie
11/15/07
lap rny
302/292/253/150's
hw/sw/cw/goal

Paula,
Wow... your weight loss is fantastic!! You have been doing such a
great job. What is your secret?
Lizanne

Hi Lizanne, yes I believe I got them, was it Cindy, Millie, Mindy, Margie and I
think Steve?
If there is someone else you have just forward it to me, I already entered these
folks. :)
thanks.
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

Sharon,
Part of looking good naked is in your attitude. If you believe it,
he will too. try it.
Lizanne

I didn't send you and Judy duplicates. She has ones you don't and you have ones
she doesn't. I have the rest. :)
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

I would love that Judy
Debby
"Judy R." <losingforlife08@...
Debby, I am so glad you are feeling done with the headaches. It was my
privilege to be your angel. I get to follow you through the very start of your
journey, and that can be a learning experience for me! Hopefully we can meet up
when you come down for your check up and also when the NoCal folks meet up.
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

Debby, I am so glad you are feeling done with the headaches. It was my privilege
to be your angel. I get to follow you through the very start of your journey,
and that can be a learning experience for me! Hopefully we can meet up when you
come down for your check up and also when the NoCal folks meet up.
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

Thanks!
Hugs,
Darlene

Hi Darlene-
I just approved your picture. You're looking good at 6 weeks post op!!
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Judy,
I have been away today and just started reading again. Ally sent me
in my personal email the 5 newest members info. Did she send that to
you also? I have not done anything with them and won't be able to
because I have a sleep apnea study tomorrow and have to get ready and
packed tonight, and Wed I will need to catch up on the sleep I didn't
get during my test. Let me know if you have our 5 newest members,
please.
Lizanne

Jess,
As you will learn or have already learned, there is nothing edged in
stone when it comes to this surgery. Everyone is different. The
depression may come because your hormones are stored in your fat. As
the fat quickly disolves after surgery, all these hormones are
released into your bloodstream. This can cause your period to start,
even if you just finished it, or it can cause a giant PMS. This can
be delayed. There must be something else, because I had depression
after surgery and I will be 54 this week. No period for me. Again,
not everyone gets depressed and it can go away in a couple months OR
you can end up taking meds for it for a while OR it may not happen at
all. Just be prepared.
Lizanne

That was (is) me but I only got 2 photos yours and Shannons even
Sharon bailed on me so please everyone send me your photos to
lockwoodl@... and I will do a collage for the homepage.
Thanks,
Lisa
San Jose, CA
Lap RNY 9/12/07
246/169/140

well we were hoping to meet on a sat sometime before the 11th of Feb...i gotta
research the areas . .My area up here is beautiful but its not fair for you guys
to drive that far . . so i will look at places in between.
Sharon xoxo

It will depend on when it is because my surgery is next month.
Susan G.
Vacaville, CA

WTG !!!! Kay!!!! your doing great!!!
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

Hi all,
Is anybody on this site familiar with the revival soy protein drink.
I used to drink these when I was dieting and then stopped, but I still
have several. I had my surgery two weeks ago today and I am drinking
one a day. I do not like them with water at all, but they are good
with juice or milk. a package of them provides 0 sugar, 4g carbs, 20g
of protein. It is a good way to get the protein and satifys too. I
just wondered if anybody knew about them. I think you have to send for
them like I did. I have now lost 19 lbs and am very happy. I finally
walked around Walmart today. these drinks come in flavors of all kinds
too. Kay

If you are losing slower, then doesn't that mean that your skin does better and
you don't have the SAGGING that comes with rapid weight loss? Only asking. I
have never really lost a lot of weight before so I do not know.
(I do know that I have had a large sagging sack for YEARS now. . since I had my
last son. . . But I am told that is nothing compared to the way it will sag with
WLS!)
Amy
Proud Air Force Wife
no surgery date yet
CW 275

Thats what I am hoping for Amy as well . i have been a slow loser since surgery
and have sat at 172 for quite sometime. . i need to kickstart my wt loss again
and start working out...
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

I concentrate on Protein and not really carbs . I know there are carbs in
veggies. . and I have crackers occasionally but cant eat many so i dont worry
about how many carbs are in them...maybe i should ..
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

Valerie. . i want to learn how to play golf. . i have my mothers set she gave me
since she is unable to go anymoe and my son Mike says that i should take them in
somewhere to get something done . .not sure what. . so come spring i may take
some lessons
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

Well when you mentioned the hamburger pizza, i thought .. what about an english
muffin? i have had a couple of those toasted and they are lower in fat and
flatter than a bun and might make for the perfect size pizza :) just a
thought!
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

Hi Lisa-
Am I remembering it correctly that you were going to make a photo collage for
our front page? No pressure if you don't have time to do it just let me know
and I'll see if I can figure out how to make one.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Hi all!
How many carb's a day does everyone stick to? I'm just wondering what a good
amount is to keep you on track.
Thanks,
Jenn

Edie,
yeah, me too. Actually I would employ a full time massuese (sp?).
then I could get it all taken care of in a few weeks. Ah, wouldn't
that be nice? But just think of all the excess skin. I wouldn't
look thin at all, just flabby. So then I would have to get seaweed
or mineral wraps to take care of the skin....or plastic surgery.
UGH!! another surgery. that scares me. Maybe I should just check
into one of those fat farms in AZ and have them direct my daily
activities until I am fit and healthy. That's what I always thought
I would do if I won the lottery....head to a fat farm and make them
whip me into shape. Never thought about the excess skin, but with
the winnings I could take care of that too. Now I just have to
remember to buy a lottery ticket now and then.
Lizanne

Tomorrow I have my upper GI....satisfying all the requirements of my
surgeon. Weight loss still good, passed psych eval, I think they
should take me next week! But the won't. So I am back to bench
waiting for the call! But it will come. Then I will be on the losers
team! IN ther meantime, playing golf twice a week, going to the gym 3
times a week. My poor dog thinks I don't love her anymore, as never
home. LOL
Valeri
Lodi, Ca

I confessed to my nut that I take a few tiny sips as I eat. I have allergies
and it really helps to keep me from choking. she acted like I dropped the
crown!!! I will continue to do what I need to do, but I will not squeal on
myself!! I never drink after for at least 3/4 to 1 hour!! Naomi
"Mary B." <hunnybear713@...
I know what you mean about drinking during eating. They tell us not to
because it flushes the food out faster and we want to eat again sooner. I
have had a couple of sips before eating and if needed a sip during.. I try
not to afterwards but it depends on what I am eating. A sip now and then
isn't going to hurt anything in my opinion.
--
Mary in FL
LAP RNY 1/26/2007
317/296/169/140
BS/ SW/CW/GW

Lisa A,
I know what you mean about drinking during eating. They tell us not to
because it flushes the food out faster and we want to eat again sooner. I
have had a couple of sips before eating and if needed a sip during.. I try
not to afterwards but it depends on what I am eating. A sip now and then
isn't going to hurt anything in my opinion.
--
Mary in FL
LAP RNY 1/26/2007
317/296/169/140
BS/ SW/CW/GW

Good Morning everyone, in the interest of cutting down on messages, I am going
to try and make my own daily digest of posts and replies to others...twice each
day I'll do it. Delete away if you desire or read on and enjoy!!
Sharon & Sara: I would most certainly drive 5 hrs for BBQ chicken and I am
going to see if I am free for this festival this year. I SO enjoyed driving to
Lookout Mountain the two times I've been and I'd LOVE to actually enjoy the
mountain again! Before, I got all claustrophobic in Rock City and all those
tight spaces and I wanted to climb Stone Mountain in Atlanta too...I'm going to
see if I can go back later this year when I'll be a lot smaller and can enjoy
the trails and sights!
Naomi: the pizza sounds nice but my body does not like processed foods too
much, even before surgery my tummy was really fickle. BUT, I am reminded that
Pizza Hut sells personal pan pizzas so I may try these one day---BBQ chicken
supreme of course :) !!! Oh, and a coworker told me of a hamburger pizza (or
something like that) where you take a hamburger bun, add sauce, sprinkle cheese
and your favorite toppings and top it with mozzarella or whatever and bake it
for 10 mins...it sounds like it could be yummy but it seems like something might
be missing!!
Oh well, I am off to do something productive. I am off work today for the MLK
holiday. I have no real plans although my phone, internet service and cable
might be interrupted---I couldn't pay the bill on time...YIKES :( that's okay
though because I need to work on my book and do a little house cleaning now that
my niece is gone and I get paid on Friday and can then restore service. Gotta
go.
HAPPY MONDAY!!
San, 34, Single
No Kids - Zion, IL
Far North 'burb of Chgo
Lap RNY 08.28.07
Highest Weight: 370
Surgery Weight: 370
Current Weight: 299
Goal Weight: 150

Does anyone have a comprehensive list of our needed vitamins & supplements??
And the required doses??
I just realized that after 2.5 years.....I just buy my supplements on "auto
pilot".
I don't know where I got my list ....or if I'm even taking everything that I
should be taking.
Have I unintentionally dropped something from my regime?? Missed something
entirely??
You know....when you've been doing something for so long that you don't even
think about it any more.
I'd love a list of what we should be taking....and why.
Many thanks!!!
Dee
"Life is short....break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly,
laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile"

Hi Dee-
Do you still see your surgeon for bloodwork on a regular basis? My surgeon
bases our supplemental needs on our bloodwork.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

You are doing fabulous. Keep drinking the water and the tea, it will make you
not get water weight as you lose!!! Naomi
Kim Goddard <kg77@...
Hey Gang i went in for a weigh in i offically lost 7lbs. I been on this
liquid diet a week so i lost a lb a day is that good?? I got 23lbs to go
i think i need more than 2-3 weeks tho
        
   Kim
Here's ways to get ahold of me
Chat with me:
My Multi-Page
http://kg820.multiply.com/
My Blog
http://kimberly-goddard.blogspot.com/
My Website:
http://www.angelfire.com/nj3/KymmiesPlace\
MYSPACE PAGE
http://www.myspace.com/my_quiet_lil_world
MSN: kimgoddard77@...
Ypager: kimberlygoddard77
ICQ:291-683-088
1-973-293-3583 ( fax number)
1-973-437-7168

Sorry about your fridge Naomi... never thought I would be happy for anyone who
was in single digit temps! lol
You are right about Judy... she did such and outstanding job at being Debby's
surgery angel that no one else can ever match her. I guess she is going to have
to be the angel for everyone from now on.... In this case though, Sharon is
Jess' angel. The bar has been set, Sharon!
Pat
Naomi <nsmoschgat@...
Hi all, I have been mostly away from the computer. My 5 yr old refh
died(&%$#^$) Those are BAD words!! Compressor- - and of course it is
out of warranty. We shopped until we found "the bargain of the
century" My freezer also decided to defrost, so the single diget temps
around here came in handy. We just threw the food into plastic
storage bins (unloaded Christmas decorations) and put our food on the
back porch. The new one will be delivered Wed. I have not been able
to read all the posts, but really want to know how Jess is and does she
have an angel. The last angel did such a great job I am afraid they
set the bar too high for the socially challenged like myself! Welcome
to all the newbies!! Naomi

Hey Gang i went in for a weigh in i offically lost 7lbs. I been on this
liquid diet a week so i lost a lb a day is that good?? I got 23lbs to go
i think i need more than 2-3 weeks tho
        
   Kim
Here's ways to get ahold of me
Chat with me:
My Multi-Page
http://kg820.multiply.com/
My Blog
http://kimberly-goddard.blogspot.com/
My Website:
http://www.angelfire.com/nj3/KymmiesPlace\
MYSPACE PAGE
http://www.myspace.com/my_quiet_lil_world
MSN: kimgoddard77@...
Ypager: kimberlygoddard77
ICQ:291-683-088
1-973-293-3583 ( fax number)
1-973-437-7168

Lora,
I know how hard it is to feel vulnerable to a whole group of people who
in reality don't know you but I think it was probably a good thing that
somehow the message was sent to the wrong place. I for one offer you
any support that I can give you and will continue to pray for you to
work through something that no human being should have to have gone
through. You are to be truly commended for opening up and working
through it the best way you know how for this moment in time.
God Bless you always,
Beth

Well, a couple of things, probably. For those of you who don't get
individual e-mails and were not logged on early Sunday morning to
see the message (before I deleted it) that was SUPPOSED to be

Lora,
Dont eat something. :) Thank you for writing to the group. I am very happy
that you were able to express yourself. As I mentioned yesterday, losing you
would change the face of this group. Also, the topic was able to be confronted
by many people so you may have actually helped others - even though it was so
painful to you. I can't even pretend to know your devastation, but I have
gotten to know you - and I like you. I hope that you will stay.
Lisa A
Lora <cicerogirl@...
Well, a couple of things, probably. For those of you who don't get
individual e-mails and were not logged on early Sunday morning to
see the message (before I deleted it) that was SUPPOSED to be

Do you think that might scare away the MEN???
joanne <joanne1049@...
has seemed so very bare to not have a
cover photo so I went out sifting the net since everyone keeps talking
about the Cabana Boys that you get after surgery and I found us a
cabana boy who is 21 out of somewhere in Florida and I am hoping
whoever does the picture approvals will take this picture and load him
on the cover of the group PLEASE! If they don't, you may be able to see
him in my folder titled Fur Babies IF he gets approved. He's a little
risque...
Joanne
Seattle

Come out, come out, wherever you are!
Everything okay? We haven't heard from you in a while. I hope you're
doing well and that work isn't drowning you!
It looks like I missed the January support group meeting. Did you
attend it? When is the one in February? Maybe we can get together
then. Let me know!
Dawn in PA
Lap RNY 06/27/07
305/278/181/140
HW/SW/CW/GW

Ever since I joined this group it has seemed so very bare to not have a
cover photo so I went out sifting the net since everyone keeps talking
about the Cabana Boys that you get after surgery and I found us a
cabana boy who is 21 out of somewhere in Florida and I am hoping
whoever does the picture approvals will take this picture and load him
on the cover of the group PLEASE! If they don't, you may be able to see
him in my folder titled Fur Babies IF he gets approved. He's a little
risque...
Joanne
Seattle

Hi all, I have been mostly away from the computer. My 5 yr old refh
died(&%$#^$) Those are BAD words!! Compressor- - and of course it is
out of warranty. We shopped until we found "the bargain of the
century" My freezer also decided to defrost, so the single diget temps
around here came in handy. We just threw the food into plastic
storage bins (unloaded Christmas decorations) and put our food on the
back porch. The new one will be delivered Wed. I have not been able
to read all the posts, but really want to know how Jess is and does she
have an angel. The last angel did such a great job I am afraid they
set the bar too high for the socially challenged like myself! Welcome
to all the newbies!! Naomi

We need to all get together. We could always car pool up to Sharon : ))
Debby

I know I have been MIA, but I live in Stockton. Sacramento is just a hop
skip and jump away. I would love to meet sometime too.
Paula
Lap RNY 10/8/07
SW/CW/GW
351 283 160

I keep a south beach frozen pizza in the freezer for those emergencies. I add
a little extra cheese or pepperoni and eat a slice at a meal. It makes 4 tiny
slices, but it really hits the Pizza spot!! Naomi
Ameera Salihah <a_salihah@...
procrastinating with holiday decorations? I have about 5 bags of stuff I am
donating and loads of stuff to take down...I just wanna throw it all in the
garbage and order a pizza. I wish someone sold it by the slice!
San, 34, Single
No Kids - Zion, IL
Far North 'burb of Chgo
Lap RNY 08.28.07
Highest Weight: 370
Surgery Weight: 370
Current Weight: 299
Goal Weight: 150

Joanne,
Thankfully the headaches are gone now. I am fortunate to have never had high
blood pressure. I was concerned at first that it could be low blood sugar since
my fasting sugars are in the 80's but I checked and that was okay too. I think
it was positioning in the OR. With a really uncomfortable head and neck massage
by my sister to get all the knots out the headaches went away. Thanks for
checking on me.
Debby
joanne <joanne1049@...
Hey Debby, how are the headaches now? Did it work sleeping in the
lounge chair? It just occured to me: Have you had your blood pressure
taken? How are the numbers? Did you have high blood pressure before
surgery? I'm wondering if your blood pressure didn't surge during
surgery? Other than this, all I can think is that the anesthesia is
screwing with you. Was this your first surgery?
Joanne
so good until I lie down. Feel free to give all the advice you want
you've been there ahead of me. BTW I just finished 40 oz of water! and
will probably not attempt sleep very early so I think I will meet my
fluid goals for the day!

Hey Debby, how are the headaches now? Did it work sleeping in the
lounge chair? It just occured to me: Have you had your blood pressure
taken? How are the numbers? Did you have high blood pressure before
surgery? I'm wondering if your blood pressure didn't surge during
surgery? Other than this, all I can think is that the anesthesia is
screwing with you. Was this your first surgery?
Joanne
so good until I lie down. Feel free to give all the advice you want
you've been there ahead of me. BTW I just finished 40 oz of water! and
will probably not attempt sleep very early so I think I will meet my
fluid goals for the day!

I know I have been MIA, but I live in Stockton. Sacramento is just a hop
skip and jump away. I would love to meet sometime too.
Paula
Lap RNY 10/8/07
SW/CW/GW
351 283 160

ME ME ME right now I take Maxalt, its a under the tongue melting
pill. a godsend. but it is prescribed and unless you have insurance
it's expensive, even with insurance it's a name brand so its at my
highest copay.
I've taken Imitrex injections and pills, and also Fiorinal, for the
light ones Excedrin Migraine was great. I've gone through periods of
time when I don't get any (like now) and I've gone through horrendous
times that I just want to die. I've had them since a teen 30 years
ago!.
I know some people take Vicodin. They also have some natural stuff,
it's called Feverfew. I haven't tried it but I know people who have
success with it.
I hope you find something you can take and let me know cause when I
have surgery I'll be unable to take stuff also. I am so sorry you
have migraines, I can cry for you. no one knows how that feels unless
they have them or know somebody with them. don't you feel like you
want to drill your head. the bad ones bring me to psychosis, I mean
I literally will lie in bed after throwing up and going blind, and
just want to slam my head in wall. I will do some research for you
and try to help you find some help. Judy

Sara,
i dont get migranes but i do get whats called "cluster headaches" ..i have bone
spurs in my neck on a couple of vertebre and they hurt and drive me crazy .. i
have found that frozen peas or corn placed on the back of my neck and base of
the skull really helps. . you can do ice packs as well but the frozen veggies
work really well. .
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

My goal is to be able to one day squat without my knees feeling like
they are going to pop open. What is anyone else's goal once you
reach your goal as far as physical abilities?
Lizanne

Does anybody here have to deal with migraines? If so, what do you take for them?
I have dealt with them for over 20 years. They stem from a neck injury from
rolling a truck. I finally hit on the one thing that seems to help me...Excedrin
Migraine along with chiropractic treatments. However, since the surgery I am no
longer allowed to take it. My surgeon prescribed Imitrex for me, but it doesn't
help at all. On top of that, I no longer have insurance since I quit my job so I
can't afford the chiropracter treatments.
Sara
Lap DS
360/353/276.4/150
HW/SW/CW/GW

HI ALL, I am the new Calendar person (yippee) I have updated everything Allison
has given me. Would everyone please go into our group calendar and check for
these things for yourself and let me know if I forgot you, if I did, give me
your name (not always in email) and the event and date.
Posting Dates for: Your Birthday, Upcoming Surgery Date, past Surgery date for
Surgiversary.
If there are other things you want us to acknowledge on it's date, just give me
the info and I will post for you. (anniversary's, in memoriams, milestones,
special events, etc.)
take care.
Judy --- NEW YEAR, NEW US!
"Everything Is Easier With Friends"
"Be Blessed In All Your Steps"
Kaiser-Fremont, CA
262

I want to say that I have been resisting all urges to reply to
messages written in comment to stuff that I ahve posted unless there
are specific questions to me or a subject is so important that I feel
I have to reply. So I don't want you all to think I am being rude, I
just can not add to the insanity by posting to every little thing
like I did in the past. I'm afraid with all these posts that the
important stuff may get tidal-waved away with all the little teeny
posts that are just in reply to some comment (If that makes any sense
at all.)
See, 14 new digests means 14 TIMES 25 messages and I don't know HOW I
can catch up, I don't even know how many messages that is. And there
is stuff mixed in there that I can't wait to find but it will be like
finding a needle in a haystack.
So if anyone is having hard times I just want to say here and now, I
agree with everyone else who has wished you well and that I agree
whole heartedly but that I may not POST that because there are so
many others ahead of me who have already commented. Please don't
think of me as rude, I am just trying to help the flood with a little
bit of chewing gum so to speak.
Joanne
Seattle

Uh oh, I am only 5hrs from Paducah!!! Did someone say ROAD TRIP!!
Sara Schmucker <sara42134@...
You're love of BBQ cracks me up. I think you need to go to the annual BBQ
festival in Paducah, KY
San, 34, Single
No Kids - Zion, IL
Far North 'burb of Chgo
Lap RNY 08.28.07
Highest Weight: 370
Surgery Weight: 370
Current Weight: 299
Goal Weight: 150

Did i welcome you Cindy? i dont remember LOL so if not. . .
WELCOME TO OUR WONDERFUL GROUP ... AND SINCE YOU HAD YOUR SURGERY ALREADY .
.THERE IS CABANA BOYS WAITING FOR YOU IN OUR LOUNGE. . lol
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130

actually they are codes....
Save $25 on any order of $75 or more. Use promo code 776113300 at
checkout. Expires 4-30-05.
Save 10% on your next online order. Use promo code 776115107 at
checkout. Expires 4-30-05.
Save $15 on orders of $50 or more. Expires 4-30-05.
these are for Fashion Bug and are online discounts only. I really
like the way that their clothes have been fitting as I lose the
weight, AND they are pretty well priced. make sure you check the
sale and closeout sections for the best deals.
Nice thing is that they will last a while so you can use them a
couple of times and really benefit was you shrink. I love that i
used to purchase from the Plus side, and now I am firmly seated in
the regular sizes.
Lisa A

I just made an album for Joan and put a pic of her alone, and one of
her and me.. for starters
Pat

Thank you. I will let mom know that I'd like to come here first. I am focused
on me for right now and will let the chips fall where they may. thank you for
the kind and supporting words. What is the depression they speak of...is it
etched in stone it will happen?
Jessica
We teach others how to treat us....

Can I take ziacam this close to surgery. I am going in on the 29th?
Jessica
We teach others how to treat us....

I bet massage does help with weight loss. It moves all of the toxins back into
your blood stream to be removed....that will stimulate soem loss....Lisa is pick
up the phone to book an appt now!
Lisa A
lizanneflowers <lizanneflowers@...
Edie,
yeah, me too. Actually I would employ a full time massuese (sp?).
then I could get it all taken care of in a few weeks. Ah, wouldn't
that be nice? But just think of all the excess skin. I wouldn't
look thin at all, just flabby. So then I would have to get seaweed
or mineral wraps to take care of the skin....or plastic surgery.
UGH!! another surgery. that scares me. Maybe I should just check
into one of those fat farms in AZ and have them direct my daily
activities until I am fit and healthy. That's what I always thought
I would do if I won the lottery....head to a fat farm and make them
whip me into shape. Never thought about the excess skin, but with
the winnings I could take care of that too. Now I just have to
remember to buy a lottery ticket now and then.
Lizanne

Wow... I go out for a few hours and we get a bunch of new members! I
need to go out more often! A very warm welcome to all the new members
of our family... I know you will love it here :)
Pat

I just approved the pic of you and hubby! Great pic! :)
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Thanks folks! What a wonderful reception to a great group. Thank you very
much!!!

ok... I sent Joan the pics we took today, with permission to post a pic
or two of the two of us together if she wants... so I had to also post
a pic of me and my hubby together just to show that I am NOT as HUGE as
I look next to tiny little petite Joan!!
Pat

Lisa,
Here's a link to a pretty site about WDW. There's a link to get their
newsletter, and there's also a forum where you can learn tons of info
that will help you out. They also have free travel agent help for you
to use, if you like.
It's good that you are looking at planning NOW because it takes advance
planning of at least 6 months in order to be able to book rooms and
made advanced dining reservations.
Are you planning on staying on site or off site? There's advantages to
both. A word of warning: it's going to be very hot and *HUMID*!!
We're making another trip in Feb. '09 and I've already got our
reservations and am planning our dining options and tours.
http://www.themouseforless.com/
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 17.2 lbs.

Lisa-
My best advice to you is to call early...6 months in advance...to make your
restaraunt reservations. All of the character dining books up quickly. They
open reservations 180 days in advance. You can do dinner in Cinderella's Castle
now. I was so bummed that I didn't call early enough to get reservations that I
cancelled my entire trip last November.
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Ally I will be happy to help. Just send.
Friends Are Our Angels on Earth
262/246
HW/CW

Lora,
I'm Blah too. I was supposed to go to Smith Mountain Lake with my
mom today. I am packed, shaved and ready to go. BUT I am not
going. She feels out of sorts today and can't think of riding 5
hours in a car. I have been needing a vacation because I get so
little time with this crumby company that employs me, that I thought
I would try to get in a couple 3 days trips. Now, I don't feel like
doing anything. There are dishes in the sink, floors that need to be
vacuumed (although I shouldn't medically do that), just so many
things that need to be done, but I don't feel like it.
I know when I go back to work and get cleared to do some exercising
this feeling will change. It just seems such a waste not to be
enjoying life or at least accomplishing something.
About your PS...I think the panni without the TT will give you better
results than I have. Trying to fit a smaller top with the same size
bottom, horizontally, gives me gathers all along the horizontal
incision. AND it leaves two poofs at the end of the horizontal
incisions. There is even a little point there where the incision
ends. I am very happy that I now have a fairly flat tummy, but the
poofs on my hips are not attractive. Hopefully as I lose the 20 more
lbs I need to reach my goal, they will diminish. The gathers will
NEWER go away. I wish she had told me more about what to expect
after the PS. I would have still had it, but I might have been
happier with it if I imagined worse. I imagined beauty. Don't
misunderstand....I am still so much better off without that huge
hernia, I just thought there would have been a better outcome.
Also, while waiting for my PS follow up appointment, I noticed a
female with incisions running along both her arms. I asked her
whether she had had batwing removal. She said she had been 320 lbs,
had GBS, and now her insurance was covering her PS. She was in for
her 2 week check up from...inner thigh lift, panni removal, TT,
breast lift and batwing removal. All covered by insurance. She was
sore and couldn't stand to talk too long, AND she didn't look to be
really that thin. I would have thought she was still a little
overweight.
Lizanne

Welcome Cindy,
Congrats on kicking the uterine cancer :o). Good luck with all your wls
prep. Ask any questions you have.
Again welcome,
Edie
11/15/07
lap rny
302/292/254/150's
hw/sw/cw/goal

Hi everyone. I am planning a great family vacation w/ my little kids
in August. has anyone gone? This is our 1st time...I am really
excited because I have not been healthy enough until now to walk the
parks (well hopefully my knees will be under control by then!) If
anyone has advice, or knows about special deals or any other
assistance that will make this a life-long HAPPY memory for my 8 and 9
year olds. Thanks everyone.

In a message dated 1/20/2008 6:16:02 P.M. Mountain Standard Time,
pat.0913@... writes:
just got home from a 3 1/2 hr lunch with Joan (I was warned that you
had to chew a lonnnnng time after surgery! LOL).... so I *finally*
have a witness (other than Tammy and Chris, who never post) that I am
so much more wonderful than you guys give me credit for! :Þ
The lunch was GREAT!. Pat you are WONDERFUL!!! I am so glad that we
finally met in person.
Joan
**************Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape.
http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp00300000002489

Yay! Another new member!! Welcome, Cindy!
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 17.2 lbs.

Hiya Mindy!
Welcome! Tell us more about yourself! My surgery was just a few days
before yours.
Jill
lap RNY 12-03-07
- 17.2 lbs.

Welcome Cindy!!! Make yourself at home. We're a chatty bunch!
~Ally~
Atlanta, GA
Lap RNY 7/12/07
251/237/174/130
HW/SW/CW/GW

Hi! I'm a new member. Here's my info:
1. Name: Cindy Suter
2. City and State: Greenville, NC
3. E-mail Address: jcsuter@...
4. Are you: Considering Surgery, Pre-Op or Post-Op: pre-op
5. Date of WLS: TBD
6. Surgeon's Name and Location: Dr. Kenneth MacDonald, Southern Surgical,
Greenville, NC
7. Type of Surgery: RNY gastric bypass
8. Highest Pre-Surgery Weight: 327
9. Insurance or Self-Pay: insurance
10. What is the name of the insurance company that covered your WLS
(if applicable): Blue Cross of NC
How did you hear about this group?: i was invited
12. Birthdate: 11-1-62
13. Occupation: Mom
14. Married or Single (if married what is your spouse's name?): Married
15. Do you have children? If so, what are their names? son, Johnny 7; & Nicki 4
16. Hobbies: bridge, movies, swimming
17. Anything else you would like to share with other members: I was recently
(Nov. 2007)diagnosed w/ uterine cancer - had a complete open hysterectomy on
December 2, 2007 - No follow up treatments necessary - they got it all!! I got
right back to my pre-op appointments for RNY - Last appointment is this week and
then I get to meet w/ surgeon and get my date.
Thank you and I look forward to getting to know this group
Cindy

I just got home from a 3 1/2 hr lunch with Joan (I was warned that you
had to chew a lonnnnng time after surgery! LOL).... so I *finally*
have a witness (other than Tammy and Chris, who never post) that I am
so much more wonderful than you guys give me credit for! :Þ
Oh... and I talked her into photos!! I'll upload them and send them to
her to decide which, if any, to post. (I had to promise *something* to
get her to pose). The pics are so not fair though... she is so petite
and lost a zillion lbs since her surgery... I look like a giant next to
her!! I'm going to have to post pics of me next to my 6'4" hubby so I
don't look so HUGE.
Pat

this should help with your morning protein
Ginormous Oven-Baked Omelette
PER SERVING (1 huge piece, 1/4th of dish): 140 calories, 3g fat,
387mg sodium, 9g carbs, 1g fiber, 5g sugars, 18g protein -- POINTS®
value 3*
Make it at night, and then have a great protein-packed breakfast
ready in seconds in the morning (just heat 'n eat!)...
Ingredients:
2 cups fat-free liquid egg substitute (like Egg Beaters)
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese (any flavor)
1 cup sliced bell peppers (any color)
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced onions
1 tbsp. reduced-fat parmesan-style grated topping
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. black pepper
Optional topping s: ketchup, salsa, hot sauce
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Into a deep, round casserole dish (about 9 inches wide) sprayed with
nonstick spray, pour egg substitute and milk. Add shredded cheese,
tomatoes, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well, and then set
aside.
Bring a large pan sprayed with nonstick spray (butter-flavored spray
if you have it) to high heat. Stirring occasionally, cook peppers,
onions, and mushrooms for 2 minutes (just long enough to brown the
outsides). Add veggies to the casserole dish, and mix well.
Place dish in the oven and cook for 30 minutes. Next, carefully
remove the dish from the oven and evenly cover with parm-style
topping. Return it to the oven, and cook for 20 - 25 minutes longer
(until the top has puffed and is firm). Allow to cool slightly before
cutting. Then, if you like, finish off with the optional ingredients
(or any of your fave omelette toppers!).
MAKES 4 SERVINGS

Am I the only one procrastinating with holiday decorations? I have about 5 bags
of stuff I am donating and loads of stuff to take down...I just wanna throw it
all in the garbage and order a pizza. I wish someone sold it by the slice!
San, 34, Single
No Kids - Zion, IL
Far North 'burb of Chgo
Lap RNY 08.28.07
Highest Weight: 370
Surgery Weight: 370
Current Weight: 299
Goal Weight: 150

Ally,
I am a blockhead, but I can probably do it. My problem is
remembering to do it. I will need others to remind me, especially in
the beginning.
If I am to be responsible, I need you all to look at the calendar.
If your birthday, surgiversary or surgery date is not on the
calendar, you need to let me know. You can do it either privately,
or in a group post. I read all posts.
Wish me luck. Oh, if anyone really would like to do this, I would
not mind at all. Just let me know. I just didn't want it to fall
through the cracks.
Lizanne

Ally,
I totally understand and i would voluteer but i do not work at a computer and
lately i have put in so many hrs at work that i would be a mess trying to keep
up as well. . maybe someone that doesnt work or who works at a desk and can have
imput during the day. .
~*Sharon XOXO*~
"THIN feels better than FAT tastes!"
Lap RNY 7/30/07
HW242**SW232**CW172**GW125-130