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Blog 97014
 

1.5 to Onederland!

Getting closer! My goal to get below 200 was for November 1st, but it looks like I will be there a lot sooner! I feel fantastic, better than I have in years! It's been a little rough the past few weeks. I have had to get back to basics and really stop and listen to my body and distinguish the difference between "it's noon so it's time too eat" and "I'm not hungry, so it's not time to eat". Once I did that, the scale started moving again.   I did make a bad mistake last night with one of my old habits. I was making dinner for the kids and "tested" the chicken to make sure it was done (I calculated that in the past I was "testing" about 200 calories before I even sat down for dinner). I wasn't even thinking, popped it in my mouth...it was dry...didn't chew very well.....I was in pain for 2 hours with that darned stuck chicken! That hopefully will teach me NOT to "test" anymore!! I am sticking to fish for a while....   My next goal: This may sound weird, but I love taking pictures at my kid's games. I have a great camera & lens and I get some incredible football photos. However, they are all at the same level because I am not able to squat down. Well, technically I probably could, but won't even try for fear of not being able to hoist myself back up! So, my next goal is to be able to get lower so I can get the player's facial expressions and not just helmet & shadows.   I owe this all to the strength & love God has given me. I pray every chance I get for it all to continue! Thank you God!!!
Seanamw

Seanamw

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Blog 97275
 

First Fill!!

Yesterday was my first fill and thanks to everyone here, I wasn't that nervous! I was surprised when my surgeon came in and did it instead of his assistant. Wow, he is really cute and extremely personable!   Back to topic, he had me on the table and told me the port was under my incision so it would not hur and he was right. I asked him how much he put in during surgery and he said there was 4cc in there now. He ended up putting in 1.5 cc. It was weird when he had the needle in the port, he had me do a small abdominal crunch and then a little wiggling / slight pressure and we were done!   I have lost 30 lbs since my July banding and am so happy to have been able to do this for myself!   Have a great weekend everyone!
grigg4

grigg4

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Blog 97259
 

pain

I was drinking a glass of OJ and all of a sudden I had a sharp pain on my left side; it felt just like something moved in my stomach; pain lasted maybe 30 seconds then it went away. I called my doctor right away and it's been over a half hour now and no one has called me back.i do not have pain now but I am scared any one have this happen before?
pastor

pastor

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Blog 4221
 

My journey...

Today is day 4 of the liquid diet... 11 more to go. This all liquid diet SUCKS bad. I know I have to do it so surgery on the 13th is a success but it still SUCKS! I think the weekend is going to be the hardest... at least when I'm at work I'm busy and the not sitting here worry about all of this :biggrin0:   Last night I had beef broth and jello for dinner while my dear husband had grilled hotdogs and chips... I could have shot him but again he's not the one on this journey, I am. I do have to give him credit... he's been doing two protein shakes as replacement meals with me for breakfast and lunch for the last month so I can't be too upset when he eats dinner and I'm drinking mine. I can't expect him to give up his only meal a day as I've had to do... can I? NO I can't:thumbdown:   Ok that's enough for now... time to go have a protein shake :thumbup:
CountryGirlatHeart

CountryGirlatHeart

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Blog 90804
 

Had My First Fill

Yesterday was my first fill and it went just fine. Not quite painless, but not a big deal either. My doctor does this with the xray tech. So he initially put some in, checked with the x ray as I swallowed, then removed some. Left me with 2cc. I was on liquids after the fill and then all day today, soft foods tomorrow and back to food on Monday. I am being super careful - small swallows. I don't want any trouble. In fact when I went in, I asked him to be a bit conservative with the fill because I've been doing so well and didn't want to go extreme. I am hoping this will jump start my weight loss again. I know my weight loss is long term, and I'm in it for life BUT we do have a family wedding on the 16th of this month and I have a certain dress in my closet I would like to wear . . .however, I do have a back up dress in case it doesn't fit . . I tried it on last night and my hubby and I were both pretty skeptical . . I'm in it, but I certainly would not wear it anywhere looking like that! Oh well . .little by little and decision by decision . .. we'll get there. And I thank you all again for posting your first fill experiences - I was so at ease because I knew what to expect - piece of cake! Have a great weekend everyone.
marw

marw

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Blog 102133
 

Love...Hate relationshionship with FOOD!

Its mornings like today that I still struggle with my addiction to food. Waking up at 5am with the most unbearable pain in my stomach...true HUNGER. I have an honest addiction to food, and I'm aware of this...and have to face my addiction everyday. Its not like you can just walk away from it and never face it again. You have to have food to survive. Sometimes I think it would be easier if I were addicted to drugs or alcohol...where I could chose to not to have these things in my home....out of sight out of mind...but NO my addiction is FOOD and I face my addiction everyday. This is not easy and I pray for strength to get through every day of this process. I'm learning every day new techniques on how to handle this, and break the patterns taught to me as a young child. Learning to express my emotions, as oppossed to supressing them with a overfull stomach. How many of us "eat" out of pure emotional hunger. This morning I chose to "CRY"...full on heart wrenching tears, instead of eating a bowl of icecream. Another episode conquered...one step at a time Christy...YOU CAN DO THIS! Stay focused, 4.5 more weeks of liquids...I can't wait to be back on track and have my band back at my "sweet" spot...I have done this for 18 months, this is a bump in the road. Just gotta pick myself, brush myself off and keep going. Goodness this is a tough morning, I can't wait till the Sun comes up....I could use a walk in the fresh air to clear my mind. Confidence is building even as I write. I CAN DO THIS! This time I have WON!
Boo_68

Boo_68

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Blog 93702
 

Recipe Of The Day! Tomatoes And Olives With Roasted Salmon

Although you can use any firm-fleshed fish, such as halibut or cod, salmon is especially pretty with the roasted tomatoes and black olives. Serve with steamed green beans or broccoli florets and boiled new potatoes. "I have made this a half a dozen times. Very enjoyable and easy, and great the next day,too. Your family and friends will love this dish. Personally I like more olives that's just me. ENJOY!!!   Diabetes appropriate, Low calorie, Low carbohydrate, Low cholesterol, Low saturated fat, Heart healthy, High potassium, Gluten free.   Makes 4 servings   Active Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes   372 calories Per serving   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE INFO ON THIS RECIPE AND SO MANY MORE:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 50043
 

scale victory and non-scale victory!

when i had my fill on tuesday i was 277. im down to 265! woohoo!   AND when i put on my jeans today, they were slipping off my hips! i actually need to buy a belt! this is an AWESOME problem to have!!!   :thumbup::smile::thumbup:
harliquinn

harliquinn

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Blog 4070
 

Cyber-shy

I've been browsing this site for a few months and decided to become a member this past month. I was sleeved on the 21st of Sept. The first 24 hours were the worst but things got better one I took the swallow test and was able to eat. I'm very happy with my decision to have the sleeve and I've been reading everyone's success stories and looking at the pictures and it has given me such motivation. But I'm not really one to meet people or join in because I'm super shy... even on the internet. But I know I need to venture out and meet people because I really need the support. I'm becoming very bored with the full liquid diet and would love some suggestions, stories and/or support. Thank you so much! :biggrin0:
cali_carly

cali_carly

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Blog 101144
 

old habits

:cursing:I was banded on sept 29th and I wanted to leave as soon as i got there.I had been talking about it and once i got there i wondered 'what the hell was i thinking" My husband, family and friends have been awesome.I think that the band has banded the people in my life also. its made everyone that more closer.I want t eat BAD FOODS bu i keep tellingmyself " girl your not having gas pains for nothing" ( they hurt sooo bad) i'm excited to know what this holds for me. i'm praying that things will get better and better. i hope everyone realize that we are trying to make a change and even though your old habts are easier togo back to, you wanted this for a reason.nothig worth having is easy
findingherself

findingherself

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Blog 89559
 

I Know Who I Am

Did you guys every play that game in the car? I was thinking about it driving home tonight. Random thoughts:   I have changed so much in the past nine months. A lot on the outside, to be sure, but just as much inside. Setting and working toward healthy goals has helped me in SO MANY WAYS. My energy and self confidence have enabled me to make some changes in my behavior -- reactions, enthusiasm, ability to work harder and smarter -- that mean my professional and personal lives are on a happier track than they were before.   I wore a size LARGE shirt today. Me. 3X Woman in a misses large! And I walked by a mirror this afternoon and happened to see a side view. Wow! I have a figure! I'm not Jabba the Hut anymore! I have cheekbones?! A neck! And ONE chin?!   In traffic, I just thought about this and said a prayer, thanking God for the many blessings I've had since making the decision to have LAP-BAND® in late December. I am so blessed.   I know who I am: a Christian bandster looking forward to decades of health, peace and happiness!
sandradee0124

sandradee0124

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Blog 102286
 

Recipes.....

Hello all!! I am feeling much better today!! Thank goodness!! I am on full liquids now, and I am LOVING the cream soups thinned with skim milk. YUMMY! But, I am already getting tired of the same ole same ole. Do any of you have any recipes to share?? Thanks so much!!
SusanFranklin

SusanFranklin

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Blog 3573
 

Finally meant my surgen.....

Well I am finally on my life long path to a new life style.Yes, he was understanding and careing.Wow I didn;'t think it would be all of this, but believe it or not , maybe this is what I have been waiting for. See I live alone and always finding something to do with myself.Now I have the perfect project, ME. I thank everyone for the stories I have read to make my decison. Elite53...
elite53

elite53

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Blog 4214
 

10/1

I was bad. I went to starbucks and ordered a tall nonfat green tea frappachino. When I got back to the office I checked the calorie content. There was 200 calories in that little drink. I had a few sips and threw away over half of it. Well at least I have some willpower. I guess I don't want to forever be restricted to things but be able to limit them to small or very small portions. Does this mean that this surgery is still a good idea for me? Do people still have a life of food after surgery? Just a better and healthier one? Or are you so limited to what you have you cant go over to friends houses for dinner or to a restaurant? I know that most people on here can still eat out but I wonder what that really does to your stomach? I weighed in this morning and was at 282. Almost 10 pounds from my weigh in on Monday. Maybe I am feeling nervous because I am losing so quickly that when I meet with my surgeon I am worried he will be like okay you have lost enough, lets get you scheduled. What if I am not ready? Am I ready? I feel like I am, but at times I worry that I am going to alter my life so much that nothing will be the same. Its terrible to say that food plays such a big deal in life but most social activity is done around food or drinks. I still want to be able to enjoy life. I think that I need to make my list of things that will change once I lose weight. Maybe this will help me focus on what is really important and what I hope to accomplish.   Is it just me or does anyone else tell everyone about the surgery? I guess I don't keep secrets well and not everyone knows but there are 3 co-workers, my boss, my mom, boyfriend and grandparents...and then of course all of you. I am not embarrassed about it and if someone thinks it is a bad idea they sure don't say it to me. They ask questions and I answer. That is about it. I have not heard anything negative, at least so far.   Almost done with the work day. Well 2 1/2 hours to go, that is sort of almost done. We are going to my mom's for dinner, it helps that she is following the same plan so she will weigh out the food for me. Makes dinner nice and easy for me. I am curious to see how I manage during the weekend. Weekends are usually the hardest for me because I don't have any sort of structure during sat or sun. Ah well I am looking forward to the weekend so I will tough it out not matter. I am on the countdown 2 hours and 20 mins left. Hello weekend!
hugsamber

hugsamber

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Blog 88899
 

2 for 1 -- lucky me!

LUCKY ME!! I had what i believe to be my first slimming AND PB incident. It started with me having a horrible headache and sometimes when i throw up it releases some of the pressure...well it did but i was also burping [so gross sounding] and 'water' was just pouring out of my mouth. The heaving was strong enough to make one of my incisions drip blood!! All I kept thinking about was slippage! I sure hope not! Anyway, thought I would share..
latin_starr

latin_starr

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Blog 102636
 

Freaking out!

I have my date and it's Monday Oct. 4th. However after reading some of the complications I am TOTALLY freaking out and considering canceling. I was so excited 10 mins ago, then I logged into this site...
matekel

matekel

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Blog 102329
 

LAP-BAND Approval!!! Yay!!

Hello - I am new to this site still learning how everything works .Today I got the call from the insurance for approval. yay!!! lol have a doc appointment on the 10-5 to see doc and dietitian and make a date to meet the surgeon .
Juliesband

Juliesband

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Blog 71190
 

Slow and Steady

It's been just over a year now since I was banded. The last month or so I've been in serious need of a fill, and I just had it done on Monday. I'm enjoying the new restriction and finally watching the scale go down again after stalling for six weeks. I'm now down to 171 pounds! I've lost a total of 70 and have 30 more to go, hope to have that off in the next year.   I'm really enjoying shopping now for the first time in years. I'm getting rid of all my big clothes because I'm very confident that I won't be going back this time. I love this band!    
kcweir

kcweir

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Blog 69488
 

Will I be able to enjoy yummy food again?

Good morning! I have different questions that enter my mind every day. My question for today is...   Will I be able to enjoy yummy food after the surgery?   I know I need to be able to be in control, but wonder if I will be able to enjoy little things here and there...  
Malasis1977

Malasis1977

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Blog 102133
 

On the HUNT for Protein.

Just thought I'd share....I know we are all looking for alternatives to Protein Drinks. While out shopping last night I found one that is pretty dang tasty. Mixed Berry and Strawberry Kiwi are really good.   Gatorade post-game Protein Recovery 16 Grams of Protein 6 Sugars 7 Carbs 60 Calories per Serving (2 servings per bottle)   ENJOY and have a Fabulous Day.
Boo_68

Boo_68

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Blog 88899
 

Protein drinks

oh my gosh...i thought the protein shakes were bad...i really can't stand the isopure protein *holds tummy* I'm looking forward to going back to the shakes! lol Well so far so good. I'm still sore but I'm moving around a whole lot better! Thank God! Hope everyone is doing great! Good luck to all who are up for surgery today!
latin_starr

latin_starr

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