On the Quiz BANDwagon...

1. How long have you been banded? 3 months, 1 week
   
2. What was your highest pre-band weight? / Current weight now? / Total lost to date? 283/219/64
   
3. What is your best "go-to" food to get in your protein? String Cheese/Zone Protein Bar
   
4. What is your favorite protein brand/shake? Don't drink my protein at this point, but drank a lot of slim fast pre-surgery diet
   
5. What food do you miss the most now being post-band? Bread. I don't eat it at all anymore and I definitely miss it. Not really a food, but I miss my carbonation (e.g., Diet Dr. Pepper)
   
6. What is your favorite "mushy" food? Refried beans and cheese
   
7. What was your worst PB experience? Haven't PB'd yet, but slimed after eating noodles too fast
   
8. What has been the hardest part of this journey so far for you? Getting frustrated with my scale, having patience
   
9. What is your best NSV to date? Probably fitting back into the Eddie Bauer jacket and buying a cute blouse at Ann Taylor Loft today
   
10. What is your top non-weight goal for your band? (top NSV maybe?) Having the courage to get back on to match.com
    
11. What is your goal weight or size? Weight = 165 to start, size = true 8
    
12. What band "rule" do you live by (i.e. don't cheat on)? I haven't had any carbonation since August 6th (although I think my doctor is one of the rare one's that lets you have it)
    
13. What band "rule" do you not follow as much or aren't so good at? Chewing gum
    
14. What is your goal "reward"? I'm going on a "What not to wear" shopping spree with my girlfriends. Setting aside $3k and shopping til I drop!
    
15. In the spirit of Thanksgiving being right around the corner (US), what are you most thankful for, post-band? Having the courage to get this band and start this process and the amazing girlfriends I've met through this blog. You are all absolutely amazing!