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Blog 94821
 

Well crap!!!

I still hadnt heard from the pre-op nurse so I contacted her and she has 18 people in front of me to schedule their surgery and she is already into August. My life has been 'on hold' since Jan. 2010. I mostly stay at home, besides work, because I'm too embarrased to go out and do things. I live in a small town and I know how I react when I see an old classmate and she/he has gained weight!! I'm like, 'man she sure has let herself go'. And then I think, thats what people are saying about me too!! And its true. I know I shouldn't care about what others think of me but I do and cant help it. I am not a happy fat person. I stay tired and hot and my clothes look terrible. I used to be so full of energy and I've got a huge walk in closet full of cute clothes just waiting to be worn. :smile: I'm ready to get this show on the road!!!!:tongue2:
ebtkm5

ebtkm5

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Journey in the Future
 

The agongy of Tuesday and the bliss of Wednesday evening

After suffering severe pain in the chest and ribs, and unable to keep anything down on Tuesday, I finally put in a call the my doctor on Wednesday when it looked at shaping up to similar to Tuesdays no liquid/no food outcome.   Living 1.5 hours away from the hospital (in Abu Dhabi), I really was looking on advice on how long should I "stick it out" to see if the fill (1.5cc) would settle down.   Wednesday had certainly been easier than the day before as I had successfuly got down a small bottle of water and a carton of Boost but I was still just not comfortable at all. (Think pain for a single swallow, chest obstruction and sore ribs emanating into the back, sliming and foaming were the least of my worries!)   Although the doctor was not seeing patients due to Wednesday being a surgery day he immediately provided a time to see me. As he was unsure of whether there were any other underlying causes to my inability to keep things down I was warned to expect a barrage of xrays and tests.   A colleague from work offered to drive through to Dubai with me and off we set. The presence of a work colleague was both comforting and worrying as I had taken the choice not to tell anyone at work that I had had a LAP-BAND®® done - they knew I had had stomach surgery but no more. I just did not want an office full of diet police and having read some of the recent blogs I am glad that I made the choice I did.   Anyway I digress.   On arrival in Dubai I was seen by my doctor, a decision was taken to remove .5cc and viola... comfort again. Just 10 seconds to overcome 36 hours of huge discomfort.   A benefit was the loss of 2kg which was more than welcome having plateaued the previous 2 weeks. However the ability to at least get some fluids in ,given that is is currently 50 degrees celecius during the day now that Summer has hit , was ultimately more important.   Today is day 4 of my extended liquid phase - I certainly have restriction now and hopefully I am back on track for loosing.
aklhoney

aklhoney

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Blog 2489
 

Feeling Great!

Walking Faster and longer now and no pain at all! So surprised I feel this good. Eating still isn't very fun; can't seem to find anything that doesn't bother my new little sleeve after a couple of bites. Just going to keep taking it slow and one day at a time. this whole experience isn't easy and you definately need patience to endure. I'm learning to use the drive, determination, and focus I had pre op to get me thru this stage too.
Bit of a Diva

Bit of a Diva

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Blog 95386
 

Searching

Grace & Peace in search of a Doctor who does the lap band but who is also a Christian also needing financing. Thanks Satin:thumbup:
SatinB~Greene

SatinB~Greene

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Blog 94917
 

pain.....

what is this pain in the middle of my breast bone? it hurts all the way to my back...i tried tums...gasx...is it indigestion? ive never had anything like this before and I dont know what it is....it hurts when i yawn or take a deep breath...
bentsam

bentsam

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Blog 75657
 

9 months--- 5th fill--- 40lbs--restriction?

It has onmt been one month since my last fill...but after 10 days i knew i was not going to feel any restriction so i called and made an appt to get a fill. The dr gave me 1.2 CC so i have a total of 7.8 CC. He also gave me some pointers in regards to my food journal. I was drinking a protein drink of having fruit for BF and he said to change that. That i need something bulkier in the AM and to try to stay away from the "snaking" between meals. That is hard. Right now i am potty trainning 2 boys and i am constantly going to the kitchen for treats, snacks, meals Oh and my 6 years old daughter is out of school...so she is 'trying " to help   my next appt will be in sept, that will be my 1 year annv. but if i dont see any real change in my band and my diet i will be going back to the dr.
Gorda123

Gorda123

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Blog 42246
 

My dear friend, clear your mind of I can't! - Sam Johnson

I've never been one to keep a blog. I love to read other people's blogs though. I just get a lil' sad when they all of a sudden disappear from the face of the earth. So I'm going to make the effort to not let that happen. At least I will let you know if I decide I want to stop.   Here's a bit of my story: I was banded November 14, 2007. This November will be my 3 year bandiversary. :tongue2: Since being banded I've lost as of today a total of 55lbs. I'm 5'2 1/2" and my starting weight was 240 at surgery, today I'm 185! Whoot! Whoot! :w00t:   Like many people I've had my ups and downs with my band but mostly due to outside interference. Meaning I'm an emotional eater, blah! However, I've been mindful enough to not gain any of my weight back. THANK GAWD! I've plateaued more times than I care to recall. But I figure that's better than nothing and certainly better than gaining. :cool:   I originally started out with a "plan" cause that's what seems to work best for ME (I didn't say it was fail proof though). :smile:   Today my "plan" is to eat the following: B Protein Shake S Greek Yogurt L Cream of Chicken soup with corn S Small apple and peanut butter D 1/2 Chicken Breast and 1/2 sweet papa S Protein Shake   *I've had breakfast and then our monthly taco truck (provided by my agency to all employees) came by my area and I had refried beans and cheese. I no longer eat flour tortillas so I throw that away. Hmm I wonder how much lard was used to cook the beans....:wub:   I worked out last night. I'm on W2 of C25K. If you've not heard of it you might want to give it a shot. Google Couch to 5K and you'll get all the info you need to get started. It's only 3 days per week which for me is manageable. But yet pushes you hard enough that you feel like your getting a work out. :thumbup: On my off days (Today for example) I'm going to do some weight training. Yeah, that's what I'm going to do... :frown:   Did I mention I'll be 40 on August 3rd!? :tt1: This has a LOT to do with why I'm recommitting myself to my band. And the fact that I've met a wonderful and loving man whose so very supportive (last one was a complete a-ho about surgery but that's the past). My 2 boys are growing so fast and before I know it they'll be flying on their own. I just have so much to look forward too. I'm so blessed to just even still be ALIVE! And been given the opp to make a difference, well, why waste my band and boohoo poor me. Nope! I'm clearing my mind of I can't... cause this MexiCAN!! tehe :smile:
lat1nacurv3s

lat1nacurv3s

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Blog 89559
 

Shout Out to My Workout Buddy!!

Even though she is not on the site, I want to thank my co-worker and friend Jodi, who is beside me all the way, since I made the decision to get a band back in January 2010. She changed her eating habits, encouraged me to join a gym, and now we work out together every morning before work. She is nothing short of encouraging and supportive and I would not be in the place I am now if it weren't for her. She lives close to the gym (and work) and makes me breakfast every day! I thank God for her and her support.   Fridays are always pretty laid back at work; and everyone is looking forward to a beautiful weekend. Its a blood drive today, but I can't give blood because I had surgery 4 weeks ago and they won't take me. Next time!   Monday is first fill day. The weekend will be full of cleaning, errands, church and working out. My goal is to not overeat this weekend compared to weekdays.   Happy Friday everyone! I hope your day goes (or went) well!
sandradee0124

sandradee0124

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Better now.

Last I spoke to you all I was battling a sinus/ear infection. Tuesday night I decided to go to my session with Master Bruce (my trainer) anyway. That was probably a mistake. I felt better short term, but by the time I went to bed I had a full on fever. I went to the doctor Wednesday, was diagnosed with an infection and got some antibiotics. By bedtime I was starting to feel myself. Yesterday, I felt better but work was crazy since I had stayed home the day before. That's why I always hate to call in sick! :smile:   I was disappointed when I weighed this morning because I was up to the weight I started the week. I had lost some earlier in the week, but I was tight while I was sick. And the high calorie liquids I was drinking during the height of it didn't help. Oh well, my goal of losing 2.8 pounds this week isn't going to happen. But I will keep a bit of the goal and see if I can lose a little something...anything...just something lower than last week. I will be happy with that.   I'm not working out today and I'm going out to eat for two meals. I will have to be careful. For lunch we are having Mexican. I usually do okay there if I stay away from the tortilla chips. Goal step #1: no tortilla chips. If I eat the protein portion of my meal supplemented with some salsa, I will be good to go. I don't know where we are going tonight, but I'm sure I can steer it to something healthy...maybe in the seafood family.   After dinner tonight, we are going to Painting with a Twist. It is BYOB and they teach you to paint a picture. I'm not very artistic, so this should be interesting. I will post a picture of my picture next week. :tongue2:   Have a wonderful weekend!!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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The Sweet Spot
 

6/25/10 My Wrinkles

*Portion of Post Deleted for Lap Band Book   Come on...sing it with me!!! Cracking open the 'box of wine' for you all now...there's no such thing as too early...hold those glasses still GF's...happy weekend! OK, now you're singing...and dancing...WHOOT! YouTube - Wrinkled Ladies
Band_Groupie

Band_Groupie

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Blog 1419
 

i won my appeal, sleeve done 5/28/10

i won my appeal ,, the independent medical review was a success,,,the vote was 2-1 in my favor and i got my sleeve 5/28/10 exactly 4 weeks ago today,,, i had a very easy time of it,,,i was amazed at how easy a time it was,,, i am doing great,,, my only concern is i am afraid that my sleeve is a little bigger than most as i can eat more than most people say they can eat,,,, i am hoping that while this may make my loss slow, i hope to still lose the weigth i need to lose,,,, jeani:thumbup1::scared0::crying:
sleevegenie

sleevegenie

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Blog 95368
 

1 Month to be Banded

My first Blog. I'm so scared :frown: and excited :tongue2: - I'm still waiting on the insurance approval but they seem confident. My date if approved will be July 26th 2010. I have 88lbs to go. Seems so far away but I know God :thumbup: will get me through this.   Thanks for all the blogs - just reading alot of them today now that I'm starting to feel like I'm almost there. Thanks for all the inspiration and good luck to you all. I'll keep you posted....:smile:
time4me2be

time4me2be

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Blog 93702
 

RECIPE OF THE DAY! Tandoori Marinade

This fat-free marinade makes chicken, beef, lamb, and even fish tender and tasty. makes enough for 4 chicken breast or fish fillets or about 1 pound of meat.   Makes 4 servings.   1/2 onion, coarsely, crushed   4 1/2 garlic cloves, crushed   2 1/2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger   1 tablespoon fresh lemond juice   1 cup plain fat-free yogaurt   1/2 teaspoon salt   1/2 teaspoon ground coriander   1/2 teaspoon ground cumin   1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper   1/4 teaspoon cinnamon   1/8 teaspoon ground cardamon   1/8 teaspoon ground cloves   In a food processor or blender, combine the onion, gralic, ginger, and lemon juice: puree.   Add the yogurt, salt, coriander, cumin, pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves:   Process until combined.   About 1/3 cup: 47 cal.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE MARINADE RECIPES:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 93702
 

Looking For A Snack Idea?

I had someone in the weight loss office ask me what snacks do I eat. I try very hard to find good foods for me to snack on. I hate to blow my whole day on bad snacks and feel bad after eating them. So this is what I snack on. SNACKS:   Newman's Own microwave popcorn 100 calorie.   Cheerios (dry) 1 cup 100 calorie.   Sargento light string cheese (made with 2% milk) 50 calories per piece.   Babybel Light cheese - Good source of protein, 6 grams protein- 50 calories per serving.   T.Marzetti Light French Onion Veggie-Dip or any of there Light Dips 60 calories serving size 2 Tbsp   Pepperidge Farm Goldfish-Baked Snack Crackers. I like the Cheddar flavor.This has 140 calories serving size 55 Pieces (They also now come in so many flavors like Parmesan,Pizza,Ranch,Pretzel, and a host of other flavors. Read the Nutrition Facts. Some are 130 calories for 43 pieces, or 130 calories for 60 pieces.   WeightWatchers has many wonderful snacks I love the Rosemary & Olive Oil-Pretzel Thins this also comes in many great flavors 110 calories per 1 pouch.   WeightWatchers Smoothie Mix with fruit if you like. I love the French Vanilla and I add all type of berries 100 calories per packet. Also comes in a Wild Berry & Chocolate Smoothie.   Musselman's (lite mixed Berry's-fruit'n Sauce or any of the berry flavors) NO SUGAR ADDED 60 calorie.   Dannon Light & Fit Yogurt 80 calories.   Jell-0 Pudding Snack Cups -Sugar Free 60 calorie.   Edy's Fruit Bars NO SUGAR ADDED (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 25 Calories per pop.   Edy's Fruit Bars -antioxdant ( All Natural) Acai Blueberry. (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 60 Calories per pop.   Edy's Fruit Bars -antioxdant ( All Natural) Pomegranate. (EXCELLENT SOURCE OF VITAMIN C) Made with REAL FRUIT 60 Calories per pop.   Boost (High protein) Energy Drink 240 calorie.   Pure Protein - Shake 170 calories.   CHECK OUT MY BLOG FOR MORE TIPS AND IDEAS:thumbup: http://life-after-lap-band.blogspot.com/
Debra G

Debra G

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Blog 91736
 

Had a good night

Every night is like a battle for me to not eat everything in site. Last night I had a good night. I had a 4 oz piece of fish and a few nuts. That was good for me. So yesterday my eating looked like this. I had protein shake for breakfast, protein bar for break, a cup and a half of roasted squash for lunch, and then the fish and nuts for dinner. So not a bad day. I didn't get on the scale because I am waiting until Tuesday to do that. I didn't go swim last night, got off work and have a terrible case of allergies or a head cold can't decide which. I'm still sick this morning. My nose is red and hurts from blowing and my head is hurting. I woke up at 2:00 with a headache and couldn't go back to sleep. My eyes are so tired but my nose tickles and runs and my head just won't stop aching. I don't feel like I have a fever but am very warm sitting here so maybe it is a cold. Hopefully whatever it is I get over it soon. I don't feel like eating anything so I'll just stick with my protein shake for breakfast and then see how I feel at breaktime. I am taking cottage cheese with a few pieces of pineapple in it for lunch today. I'm going to go sit in the hot tub tonight when I get off. I have to run to walmart and refill some prescriptions and then I should be able to go to the gym and relax. I just might swim to cool off if I am still hot. No problems with the band except I am really tight in the morning and taking my pills to work helps because I can take them later in the day, they don't seem to come choking up that way. We are going to PF Chang's tomorrow so I am excited to see what I want to eat. They have such good food. My mom got a nutritional print out for the restaurant so I'll be looking over it. My mother seems to be doing good since getting the sleeve done. She lost 22 lbs the first month and is still losing, she is down to 150 now, boy what I would do to be 150 lbs. I can't ever see that far down the road. I'm just struggling to get to 220. I can't wait to say I've lost 50 lbs so far. It will be so nice. Well that is all I have to say for today. Take care and good luck in your journey.
khunt719

khunt719

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Blog 95363
 

any one with a lapband in dubai...?

any one with a lapband living in dubai/uae...pls share your story!i did mine in may and after the surgery realised that i was totally not prepared for it....i have nightmares about the surgery that it didn't work or that i just woke up from another surgery and have two lapbands and more scares...and so on...how do you co-op with it...how is your life going after the surgery...?
sheytun

sheytun

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Blog 57040
 

Stressed out, getting stuck and vomiting!

I'm very stressed out right now in my life, with just getting into a car accident (I'm ok), depression, relationship issues and moving in with my bro and his family to get my life together.   On and off, I have anxiety and my band gets tight and I can't hold anything down, tried even ice cream and got stuck and had to stick my finger down my throat to vomit as usual to get the pain out of my chest. I'm losing weight like crazy but not the right way. I was able to eat without getting stuck a few times, when I wasn't stressed. Advice?
POMA

POMA

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Blog 93898
 

I'm Moving!!

I got a call today at work offering me a promotion of sorts...in Minneapolis!!! I am SO excited!! I've been wanting to get up for so long because that's where my corporate office is and my dream job is to work in photographic development at the home office. This is a HUGE step closer to that dream!!   So, I have to talk to my doctor and see if I can get a referral to somewhere I can get fills in Minneapolis. I'm only sad about that. Because I LOVE my doc and my clinic. I will miss them terribly. I have to move by August first!! Yikes!   So, any bandsters in Minneapolis??? Any recommendations??   Thanks for reading my short little blog! I just had to announce this publicly--and I can't say anything on Facebook yet because my work colleagues don't know yet!!   xoxo   Maggs
maggs79

maggs79

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Blog 93630
 

Post Op Visit

All went well yesterday. I've lost almost 28lbs in the last 5 weeks and am very excited about that. I get tired really easy and that is frustrating but oh well. Looking forward to next months visit. Here's to a new excitement!!:smile:
tesa

tesa

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Blog 90427
 

Day 4 - Fun? You bet.

Today is day 4 and I am doing so much better than I have ever believed possible. It must be that I am a Brooklyn chick and very tough stuff! I am so happy. I have not needed any pain medication since surgery day, I am able to get down and keep down my protein shake for breakfast (1/2 cup) with a cup of decaf coffee. Lunch is a cup of cream soup and 1/2 bottle of Isopur. Dinner is the 2nd cup of cream soup and if hungry, the 2nd 1/2 bottle of Isopur and an ice pop. I am not up to my 70-80 grams of protein, but my surgeon's office said that will come soon.   By the way, I tried the Greek Yogurt and can't eat it. So, until 1 week from Friday, I will continue with this full liquid diet. When the cream of whatever soup calls for milk, I use water keeping the calories and fat as low as possible. Tonight I tried Cream of Shrimp soup. It was really good - I didn't even know they made that.   So, I am healing really well and was resting very nicely until we got the call last night that my father-in-law, who lives 45 minutes from us was rushed to the hospital yesterday with some kind of bowel or intestinal blockage. They are running cat scans and other tests to determine what is going on. So we packed up the car and ran to the hospital. We will know more tomorrow. And then tonight we got a call from my brother-in-law who lives in CT to tell us he was rushed to the hospital with a blockage in his heart. Yes folks, the laughs just keep coming.   So as happy and thrilled as I am for myself, I am devastated about them. We will find out more about the in-laws tomorrow, but in the meantime, please keep good thoughts for them.
Bklynike

Bklynike

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Blog 91855
 

Nothing Like a Bet to Make the Scale Move !!

So my girlfriend and I have a bet to see who can lose more weight by June 30th. We are exactly the same size. Loving a good challenge I set to work and am managing to see some numbers I haven't seen in a long time! She is doing well too so who knows who is going to win but I love the challenge. A bit of a stumble tonight (night time is my most challenging time of the day) but back at it tomorrow. My goal is to get into the 180's, even 189 would do. Fingers are crossed.:smile:
Watch out life, here I come!!
 

Getting back in the groove.

I've been tracking my food & exercise for the last week on SparkPeople. Accountability and all that.   I'm holding off on the 5 day pouch test for now. Can't say why, it just doesn't seem the right time.   I'm getting out and playing golf twice a wk(I walk, not ride) and the driving range once a wk for at least 1 hr.   Mainly I'm being more responsible and conscious for food choices and making time to move my body.
ajoneen

ajoneen

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Blog 94110
 

My 1st blog entry

Guess I should have started my blog on day 1. But hey better late than never right! I was banded on June 1st by Dr. Holiver. I had single incision in my belly button. I feel great. Pain was finished about 4 days post-op. I lost 8.5lbs in the week after surgery. Nothing since then. :smile: I am a bit discouraged. I am looking forward to my first fill since I don't feel any real restriction now. I do feel like my belly is very distended. Not sure what that is all about.   I need to break out of this funk and remember everyone loses differently and hope that the weight will start coming off!
SkinnyJen

SkinnyJen

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