Merry X-Mas grrls! Hope
everyone is thinner in
the new year!xxxxxrust

Hi all! What do Thanksgiving, Christmas and a wrenched back equal? In my case, 18 lbs. But the holidays are over and the backache is pretty much history, so it's time to get back on the wagon. Perfect timing too - our insurance finally came through and approved DH to get LapBand surgery! I love him dearly, but he has been the worst (unwitting) enemy to my LCing. Since his stomach will only be able to hold a couple of tablespoons of food post-op, his diet has to be comprised primarily of protein! Woo hoo! Instant support for my LC WOE!! I talked with my Dr about having the surgery myself - he wants me to see how I'm able to do after DH has his and we all have to change what we eat. If that doesn't help, then I'll probably wind up having it.

Lynne, we're headed down south in April - have to get some tips on where to go. We'll be in Key West for 4 days, stopping in Miami for one (we have to cruise South Beach in the convertible, after all!), then on too "the Magical Kingdom that Walt built" for 3 days. It's our big trip for the year.

Well, we're off to go eat at Ruth's Chris for dinner (gift card, yay!). DH has to start his pre-op diet tomorrow (very LC, fairly low fat - basically Atkins induction - to shrink his liver prior to his surgery). One last hurrah.

Hope to hear from someone soon...

I have been hoping to find a place with GLBT family! So glad to see this thread. Doesn't look like it is very active though...anybody there?

Sorry Chloe - hardly ever anymore....denise

That is sad! I was hoping to maybe connect with some new friends! Oh well. If anyone wants to talk...I started a journal yesterday. I am going to try and stick to it.... Wish me luck!

I hope this thread can get revitalized, too. I haven't read the entire thread yet, and I feel a little awkward splatting my story into it, when the thread has been slow and I know it's just going to sit there for anyone to see when they pass by

I may be the only trans person on the forum; I am in my group of friends, and at my church, and most of the places I spend my time online. I just had my top surgery on January 31st, so I'm still recovering and can't work out. Even with the swelling and bandages and all the rest, seeing myself with a more correct shape has really inspired me, plus the knowledge that I won't have anything in my way anymore when I'm working out or trying to run or do other cardio (that was actually rather painful before). I'm annoyed that I have a few more weeks to wait before I can get into any strenuous activity, and it's too cold here in NYC to go for walks much. So, I'm taking this time to get used to the new diet, and hopefully the initial lethargy so many people report will have passed by the time I can start exercising again, which should be in the beginning of March - though I'll probably still have to contend with post-surgical lethargy, but I doubt I'll have the stamina to do too much initially, anyway.

Hope to see more of you around!

Just stoppin in to say hi.

Hi Azzy,

Whats up girl, How are you handling your eating habits.

This is a very lonely room, so once in awhile someone shows up but nice of you to pop by and say hi.

Hey Radiccio,

Congratulations on a successful surgery, just relax and take all the rest you need. As before you know it, its time to exercise.

kiszes, I have been doing well. Cardio 5-6 times/week and weights 2-3 times/week. 80 floz of water daily. As far as eating goes, at first I thought I wouldn't have the time to cook but I'm learning to cut corners. I have been eating all natural stuff..no cured meats. On Sunday, I made a pan of baked chicken breast, pot of ground beef and fried 2 packs of bacon. All I have to do is reheat the meat and add some vegetables. So I cook only twice a week. Thank God I live alone. I had to throw out my lowcarb ice cream this morning because that situation got out of hand. But other than that things are good. Very very structured living but then again I'm a structure queen. How is your weight loss journey going?

Radicchio best wishes in your recovery. Warm weather is coming soon. We can only hope.

Thanks, azzy and kiszes.

I was able to do some cardio (15 minutes on the elliptical) and some strength exercises that didn't involve my upper body today. It felt good to move again, and it didn't cause me any pain, so it looks like I'll have something to do, at least, before I can use my upper body for anything again.

Hey Azzy,

Are you Jamaican too.

I am trying to stay on top of my eating habits too, as well cook as often as I can.

I went walking this morning and will work out before retiring to bed with my daily exercise I am looking forward to some results soon.

Gabriel,

Congrats on your surgery!! Thanks so much for sharing your story! I hope the lethargy gets better for you! I can't imagine how much pain you must have gone through but I am sure it'll be worth it when you look like who you know you are! I really respect your decision and your bravery! If you ever need to talk, we are here!

Kiszes, yup I'm Jamaican...born at Nuttal and all. I haven't been there since the 90's. In what part do you live?

Definitely try to find the time to cook, even a couple times a week. It's a good way to control what you eat. When I don't cook at home, I live a McDonalds. If you know what I mean. Two workouts in one day Don't worry you will see those results. Stick with it.
Radicchio, I'm glad you're out and about