http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ General discussion area for anything related or unrelated to WLS. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:03:52 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/ http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40743-wanted-say-goodbye.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:02:21 GMT Its been real interesting here, but I am confused and feels like maybe I dont fit in here. SPent alot of time thinking about it, feels like High school, you fit in or you don't.

Sorry Holly, Ive tried to read my messages, but I cant figure that out either. So just take my name off the Ornament club.

Best of LUCK to you all

and Happy holidays

Socalmom* ]]> Socialize Socalmomof2grownkids http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40743-wanted-say-goodbye.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40733-small-portion-prep-kit-handy.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:49:20 GMT I joined the sparkpeople forum yesterday and have been looking around and found the following and thought it might be something useful for others here. I have quite a few of the fit n' fresh containers and love them! They have the markings on the side and I just find them handy to pack up my foods in small portions before putting them in the fridge/freezer so I thought I'd share this little find.. It's a small portion prep kit.


SparkPeople Fitness Products and Apparel | Smart Portion Prep Kit ]]> Socialize mistymee http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40733-small-portion-prep-kit-handy.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40729-5-6-weeks-post-op-gained-2-5-pounds.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:27:10 GMT I had gained a pound, and then another pound and this morning almost another, should I call the dr? the only things I can think of is that I started walking albeit in 15 min intervals only, and that I just finished my first post op menses. I am not totally upset about the 3 pounds, but havent... I had gained a pound, and then another pound and this morning almost another, should I call the dr?
the only things I can think of is that I started walking albeit in 15 min intervals only, and that I just finished my first post op menses.

I am not totally upset about the 3 pounds, but havent heard of gaining this early and wonder if something is wrong?

Has anyone had experience with this?
Thank you :) ]]> Socialize mommato6 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40729-5-6-weeks-post-op-gained-2-5-pounds.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40718-looking-old-wool-sweaters.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:26:48 GMT If anyone has any old wool sweaters they aren't using anymore, I'd be interested in taking them off your hands. Because of what I would do with them, they don't need to be in perfect condition, not even wearable condition to be honest, though it'd be nice if they weren't massively torn or anything. They would also need to be 80% or more wool to be useful.

Anyway- I figured it can't hurt to ask, right? So, let me know if you have any you wouldn't mind getting rid of :)

Thanks! ]]> Socialize mistymee http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40718-looking-old-wool-sweaters.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40717-celebrate-vitamins.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:35:14 GMT I was about to place an order for chewable multi-vitamins and chewable calcium. That's when I realized that there are different flavors available. Any insight on which flavors are the best? I'm sort of afraid of the mandarin orange chewable multi-vitamin because I've been taking the Centrum chewable in orange flavor and it's horrible.

So what do you guys think? Mandarin Orange or Grape Multi-Vitamin? (Can't imagine liking the Cafe Latte. Sounds weird.) Hot Cocoa or Strawberry Creme Calcium?

Thanks for the input. :) ]]> Socialize YvetteRene http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40717-celebrate-vitamins.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40703-picture-freaking-me-out-little.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:35:34 GMT :eek: Image: http://www.loki-online.net/images/DSC00116.JPG :eek:

]]> Socialize loki8481 http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40703-picture-freaking-me-out-little.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40700-houston-tt-holiday-get-together.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:32:48 GMT Anyone up for a Holiday TT get together in the Houston area? I'm thinking The Woodlands on Sat. December 19 at lunchtime.

Seems like most of us are Northside people here....

Maybe at Joe's Crab Shack? The West Coasties kinda stated that tradition.

Let me know and I'll make the arrangements. ]]> Socialize Aviator http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40700-houston-tt-holiday-get-together.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40698-so-what-do-you-say-now.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:52:52 GMT Hi, I am sure this question has been discussed but I couldn't find any threads on it-
Who did you tell prior to surgery?
and what do you say now (if you are post op) and people ask?

I am telling the people I know will be supportive right now (my family and 2-3 friends) After the surgery I plan on being honest and telling people that Ii had surgery, if they ask. I am not going to wear a T shirt announcing the fact but I think when you lose more than 100 pounds people will figure it out!

I ran into someone who had lost alot of weight (over 200 pounds)in less then 18 months.When I asked her how she did it she did it, she said it was with "clean eating" and alot of working out. She also added that people have "seen" her at the gym while she was losing. (I thought that was an odd comment):rolleyes: I go to the same gym and never see her there. I only asked her bc I assumed she has surgery and thought it would be nice to talk with someone. I am happy for her bc she has lost so much but I am questioning her method. It is her business if she wants to disclose her personal info, but it made me question her integrity.

I had thought about not telling people about my surgery but I think when you lose a ton of weight (pun intended) ;) it is due to surgery (most of the time) unnless of course you are on the Biggest loser!
Also if I can help someone and educate them about WLS and how to go about doing it, that would be great.
So back to my original question....What do you say???? ]]> Socialize KellyinGermany http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40698-so-what-do-you-say-now.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40690-im-back.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:37:31 GMT Well kinda. Ive been out of it for a lil bit so now im back trying to catch up. Well kinda. Ive been out of it for a lil bit so now im back trying to catch up. ]]> Socialize mommabri http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40690-im-back.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40688-seriously-can-no-one-give-me-opinion-band-fobi.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:52:12 GMT I am finding all kinds of "canned" answers, but does anyone on TT have the fobi band (or is it fobi-pouch?)

I have figured out what it is but have not read anything that has said if it is a plus to have the band or a neg...if it is really helpful having the band to help assure that your pouch opening doesnt stretch?

My mom has never heard of it. (She is five years post op.)

Humpf....I guess I can always keep searching the web. :( ]]> Socialize FatButNotHappy http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40688-seriously-can-no-one-give-me-opinion-band-fobi.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40685-bigger-my-stomach-my-head.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:39:42 GMT I always thought my abdomen was the biggest thing on me, but I have been reading so many postings, that now I think my head will explode! You guys are wonderful (give yourselves a POB, a pat-on-the-back) for being so helpful and supportive!

I've read about everything from Iron Supplements to Sleep Apnea to Depression. I must take pause and thank the Internet Gods who created forums where kindred spirits can seek each other out. I would feel very alone if not for TT and it's wonderful members.

I'm 19 days away from surgery and cleaning and organizing like a squirrel getting ready for winter. The only other time I can remember being like this was a short stretch before both of my daughter's were born. I certainly feel pregnant with my expanded waistline, but I've never had such a need to clean and organize, and prepare for surgery before.

I do have a question. The college that I teach at is having a "Holiday Celebration" on December 18th. My surgery is December 7th. Now no one can predict unforeseen circumstances, but if everything goes according to plan, should I be well enough to attend?

Your thoughts?

Ellen :) ]]> Socialize Continuous Improvement http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40685-bigger-my-stomach-my-head.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40684-11-months-out.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT Today is my 11th month anniversary - so strange to think about it. To date I have lost 144 lbs. That is just amazing to me. I have 19 left to go til my goal. I actually bought 2 vases this weekend and filled one with 19 rocks and one with 144 rocks just for that visual - WOW so amazing. I... Today is my 11th month anniversary - so strange to think about it.

To date I have lost 144 lbs. That is just amazing to me. I have 19 left to go til my goal. I actually bought 2 vases this weekend and filled one with 19 rocks and one with 144 rocks just for that visual - WOW so amazing.

I have updated pics in the afterlife photo section if anyone is interested.

Things are good, getting settled into my new job and my apartment. Picked up divorce papers Monday (that was so extremely tough) so that is another step.

I miss everyone and hope to be on here more, I need to focus more on my aftercare of my WLS so that is my focus - along with my new job etc.

Hope all is well! ]]> Socialize foxyfuzz http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40684-11-months-out.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40673-another-question-about-teeth-dentures-partials.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:18:36 GMT Ok, so I have another question. I mentioned my teeth before--they are hidious. SO, i went to the dentist yesterday and got a price on getting a partial for my bottom teeth. I am missing most of my molars ---i have none on one side and one on the other side. With my insurance, my cost would be... Ok, so I have another question. I mentioned my teeth before--they are hidious. SO, i went to the dentist yesterday and got a price on getting a partial for my bottom teeth.

I am missing most of my molars ---i have none on one side and one on the other side. With my insurance, my cost would be about $650 for a bottom partial. My insurance year starts over in january, so i think it would be good to do now....For one reason, it would make it a helluva lot easier to chew to applesauce! It is really hard with no teeth. BUT, on the same token, I know my bite is going to change a lot, pretty rapidly.

WHAT DO I DO?

Get them now, to help chew? OR wait until I lose weight so they stay fitting? (how is that for awesome grammar?)

HELP!!!

(oh, they are going to replace my "chicklet" looking tooth for $20. I am so happy about that. My one front "fake" tooth is too wide, too short, too white and looks so stupid. This is a new dentist and they felt sorry for me so they are going to swap it out. How nice is that??) ]]> Socialize FatButNotHappy http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40673-another-question-about-teeth-dentures-partials.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40660-has-any-seen-psychiatrist-dr-doroski.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:04:44 GMT Hello, I am in the process of getting my referral to see Dr. Callary and in the mean time I am trying to get some pre-op things I know I will have to do out of the way. I made a appt for my well women check up and I also made a appt with Dr. Doroski a psychiatrist who see's alot of WLS patients for the evalutaion. Has anyone had their visit with him?? Anything I should know about the appt?? Thanks ]]> Socialize Cynthia http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40660-has-any-seen-psychiatrist-dr-doroski.html http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40657-newbie-questions-help-please.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:57:17 GMT Does sticking to a tough regimen of exercise post op help with the excess skin? If not, what does?

What do you do about your PMS cravings? Alternatives?

Has anyone found the perfect sippy cup for the constant drinking post op?

I saw in the thread "What I wish I knew before WLS" that someone said they wish they'd known not to invest so much money in protein drinks. What's the alternative? What's your favorite protein drink?

HELP! :confused: ]]> Socialize Kaly http://www.thinnertimesforum.com/socialize/40657-newbie-questions-help-please.html