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Blog 77597
 

False alarm

Well, I was not put back on insurance after all. The soon to be ex send a false insurance card to keep him out of jail. Still no insurance but this time I did talk with a customer service rep for the 2nd time at the insurance company and she was very helpful. She told me since he has a court order he will have to put me back in then it retroactives back to the first of the year. And I can have my doctor's offices refile my appointments and then they will reimburse the doctor's office, then give me my money back for paying out of pocket. So long story short......I made my appointment for my first fill Feb 2nd! Woo-hoo. I have been on this aweful plateau since christmas and need to break through! I work out now 4 times a week, one hour cardio each and 2 circuit training sessions. I guess I need to pick it up to 5 days! And tweak my diet even more!
girlcoulter

girlcoulter

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Blog 81087
 

I got banded today

So today was the day, What a day! got to the hospital at about 7am and just got home about an hour ago. The procedure went well, I do have some shoulder and chest pain but have been walking around. The pain has gotten better from taking deep breaths and walking. I haven't taken any pain medication yet waiting till it's bed time. So far i got to give it to my doctor (Michael Feiz) im in alot less pain that I thought I would be. I've been trying to sip on water to keep hydrated. I extremely hungry but dont know if i should have any protein today. So far so good!
jdog75

jdog75

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Blog 1380
 

First dining experience- OK... second one

Last Sunday was my first meal outside home. After getting Pedicures, my friend and I went to Whole Foods for dinner. I had some tomato basil soup. It was delish, but I made it through very little of it. It was yummy even then.   Today I had a closing with a client. They were so happy about their house, and wanted to treat me to dinner. And since I am also reputed as a foodie, they asked for my suggestion on where to go. I had to think FAST!!! Did not want to out myself, and tell them about my surgery (even though they have also become friends in the process of finding them a home)- but I am on full liquids. After some quick thinking, I suggested a Vietnamese place for Pho.   I ordered a kiddie pho (yes, I swear even without surgery it is a huge serving), and I drank the broth mostly. I did put in a little bit of sriracha sauce and the tamarind sauce. It was so good. But no beef and no noodles or chunks of Thai Basil. It was still really good, and really filling, and now I just have to learn how to dine without being ENGULFED in the food. I did however use my back-up excuse, and told them I was on a strict diet for my gall bladder. They went for it, and wished me luck. I felt a little bit bad, but I just don't want to have to go through explanations as to why I had surgery- so the Gallbladder story is my story, and I am sticking to it!   First victory.   p.s. Its TOM- so I did venture back to the 180s for a second (180.2 on Thursday), but today I went back to 178.8 on Friday. Maybe I can hit the 160s before my birthday, in two weeks- might be a toughie :001_tt2:
filodough

filodough

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Blog 84081
 

Seminar Jan. 21, 2010

Life presents opportunities, if we only open our hearts and eyes. My son-in-law had gastric bypass and has lost 170 lbs. and rediscovered his life. After sharing a lunch with him, I decided to research options to change my life. A seminar was offered three days after that lunch - which I elected to attend. Since then, I've spent hours on my doctors site, as well as, here to explore the lifestyle and changes that would be required for LapBand success. My appt. with surgeon was scheduled for 2-3 while I was leaving the seminar. I'm ready for the date to be set, and for my journey to begin. OM and namaste.
ladykcusa

ladykcusa

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Blog 61243
 

I got a DATE!! I GOT A DATE~~

And no not like dinner and show! ha ha.   So I checked my approval this am--pending---then 430pm got the call from the surgeon! woohooo   So...Feb 12th! That is my new healthy begining.   Picture Snoopy doin his dance...that's me!
Hotenuf2

Hotenuf2

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My Band Life!
 

17 days old

Yes, My Band is 17 days old today! I need to tellyou that I will be posting strictly LB stuff on here because of my decision to keep my band a secret from like everyone in the world! But once I get the hang of it there will be more posts on my other new blog: visit me there at: http://2010snewlife4me.blogspot.com/ Now, yesterday I had my first post op appointment with my surgeon... I thought he was going to kiss me! He is so happy with my progress and 26 pound loss that he said ok... Lets give it a few more weeks and then we will start your fills. Yahoo! This is a man of very few words. and yesterday I think he said more to me than he has said in 6 months of consultations. My DH said it was because he wasn't there! Yeah ok, you keep thinking that DH!!! I think this is a good thing that I will be starting my fills on 2/22/10, because I feel like I have been eating more the last 2 days than I should... Altho, today I had very little for lunch and I am very very full. I cannot stress how glad I am that I made this decision and stuck with it. I know I will be a better person in no time.
sdh5463

sdh5463

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Blog 1536
 

It is not enough to be thinner...it is much more.

I have battled with my body for the past 25 years...16 of which I have had Type II Diabetes. Over the years I have been trying to keep the weight off. Sometimes I have been very rebellious and ate what I darn well wanted to - of course, I paid for it too. I have always been on medication for the diabetes and have managed to dodge the insulin need. Last year, my doctor decided to have a long talk with me and we decided together, that the best thing for me would be to have WLS. I had in my thoughts, that I would lose weight the "normal" way this whole last year...and that was an epic FAIL. As a New Year's resolution, I was determined I would DO IT!! I have been successfully working out regularly, eating right, and feeling good about my crashing blood sugars (a good sign I am doing all the right things). My body has been telling me that with the right formula of diet and exercise I have no need for medication. BUT my weight has not been dropping off and I do not know why. I have lost 5 lbs in 3-4 weeks. Frustrating, but now, I believe my body needs more. 2 weeks ago I got my letter to report to the hospital for education and pre-surgery exam. It got me to thinking...do I need it? Should I do it? Ups and downs, Robert...lack of ability to keep it off - ya, I believe now, I need it. May is when it will happen. An actual date will be produced between now and the end of February. I will keep everyone appraised of the actual date. I am both nervous and excited. Thanks for taking the time to read this. Peace, Rob
PhatmanWalkin

PhatmanWalkin

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EllinidaGreek's Journal
 

All i think about is the band

SO, I'M AT WORK..AND I READING THE BLOGS..AND I'M LIKE..AM I READY? WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE FUTHER.. SO I'M THINKING I NEED A TO DO LIST..THINGS TO GET, ETC.   1ST AND FORMOST (THANK GOD FOR WEEKENDS) I NEED TO CLEAN OUT MY REFRIDGERATOR .   THEN I NEED TO GO SHOPPING. I THINK I READ ON A COMMENT TO ONE OF MY BLOGS BEANS IS GOOD TO STOCK UP ON. AND BROTHS I'M GUESSING SOUNDS LIKE I HAVE TO MAKE MY FOODS MOIST..DARK MEAT VS WHITE MEAT (CHICKEN)   NEED TO BUY:   HEATING PADS-GAS PAIN   I'M THINKING I'M STILL MISSING STUFF..   CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO THINK IM REALLY FEELING OVERWHELMED..A BIT NERVOUS..
KatrinaD

KatrinaD

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Blog 82010
 

Comments!!!

So I've been doing this about a month and just realized last night that people are actually leaving comments on my posts. Obviously I'm a little slow! BUT!!!! Thank you so much for your comments and support. My friends, family, and co-workers have all been awesome supporting me through this but they just really don't have a clue...about the being fat part, or the struggles, or the sheer joy of actually starting to lose weight. It means so very much to me to have you all here to whine, grip, complain, and laugh with.   We are in the midst of an ice storm, it's gorgeous outside and work and school are cancelled for the day so, during a break in the sleeting this morning, Connor (my 5 year old) and I went out and took his sled down the hill we live on. It was a blast. A-I could actually hike up the hill, repeatedly, it's a road but steep, B-that I felt good enough to actually go out and play, and C-that I had SO much fun, even when we crashed, and I landed butt first in mushy slush, freezing and soaking wet....One of my big deciding factors in getting a band now was my boy, I do as much as I can with him but I felt like I was missing so much...the memories we made today, both of us screaming and laughing as we sped down the hill totally out of control....made every penny I spent on the surgery so worth it, (although I'm fairly certain the neighbors thought we were nuts).   It's a very good day
SoccerMomma73

SoccerMomma73

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LoseIt!'s Blog
 

Day #3 - Healing

One more day down and getting better. I still have a lot of gas pain so I have been walking and I have taken the advice for using a heating pad. Maybe that will help. All in all, it is doable.   I took off the bandage on my belly button this morning to take a shower. Not pretty! I'm sure it will heal fine though. Just one other small incision and it looks like it is healing perfectly. The belly button incision stings a little more since being bared so I have some ice on it.   I had hot tea for breakfast this morning and it went down fine. Around 10:30, I had some protein powder in milk. It wasn't too bad, but I definitely like it better cold.   I love all the tips I'm hearing from you guys so if you think of something, bring it on!   I'm so fortunate to have my mom here helping me. I don't know how some of you all do it on your own. It is just so comforting and makes it easier to relax. We are going to have one more completely lazy day (except for the walking.) Tomorrow I'm going to try and make myself presentable for a trip to church. I think I should be able to do that. I have theater tickets for Sunday, so church should give me a good indicator if I will be able to do that. It is only a couple of hours. We shall see.   Have a great weekend everyone!
LoseIt!

LoseIt!

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Blog 46056
 

My Madness continues a year after banding!

So I have been MIA from my blog for for to long! But I must tell you I do lurk a lot on LBT but I've noticed that I for one have been one of these slow losers! But to my surprise you never really realize what your eating until you really look at labels... Then theirs the little of this. You get aggravated with no restriction then you get some but it's not enough and then BANG Sweet Spot!!!!!!!!! Yes this is me… 8 fills later (8 months out of surgery)!!! To date I’m about 4 months into my Sweet spot making me down 60 lbs at my 1-year bandaversary! Yes Last Year on Friday the 30th of January I underwent this awesome procedure that has given me my life back. I am happier and healthier then ever thanks to my band. Despite the length in getting to my sweet spot the weight is melting off but I have to work for this!!! I work out hard and really follow the band rules. Yes it's easy to eat Crap (chips, cookies and ice cream) but if you do that you will never get the results you want... I don't deprive I just really watch the junk AKA slider foods more closely and try not to consume them often. I eat about a cup a food at one sitting and I try not to snack between meals and work out at least 30 min a day weather I feel like it or not! Don’t get me wrong there’s days I really don't want to but I get up and do it anyway and I must tell you I feel soooooo much better. I’m happy to celebrate my 1-Year today and hope to take pic’s tonight and post my before and after although I’m not done want to loose another 40-50 lbs this year! ~let the Madness continue…Peace
CHI-Girl

CHI-Girl

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Blog 52574
 

2 more pounds down! Woohoo!!!

FINALLY, the scale is moving again. I was stuck at 227 for a couple weeks there. Really, it went up and then back down over the course of my TOM. I knew I was retaining water. Well, now all that water weight is gone and I'm down two more pounds. Woohoo!!!!!!   So, now I am 17 pounds down since surgery on 12/17 and 24 pounds down overall... almost 1/4 of the way to my goal. W:smile2:W!!!
adagray

adagray

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Blog 75574
 

Half Way-Today! Six Months Post op!

Well it is six months today. When I blogged earlier I did not think about it! I guess I should be very happy that I have lost 65 lbs now.   But I keep looking forward, and yesterday is gone, I have today and if God is willing tomorrow. So I will plan on doing better every day from now on, that is really all I can do, cause I can not control the events, happenings of my LIFE, but I Can control how I react to those events and happenings when it comes to food consumption! (Thanks to the LB Surgery)  
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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EllinidaGreek's Journal
 

4 days til pre-op diet

TRYIN TO GET IN ONE LAST TIME ALL THE BAD STUFF...BUT I FEEL GUILTY..IN MY PREVIOUS BLOGS I WROTE THAT FOOD IS COMFORT..SO NOW WHAT WILL I HAVE? THERES A REASON WHY WHEN WE CRY WE REACH FOR A BURGER OR WHEN WE'RE MAD WE GRAB A CIG (I QUIT SMOKING 3 YEARS AGO).   I BOUGHT EVERY FLAVOR OF CRYSTAL LIGHT AND PUT IT IN MY DRAW AT WORK. I GOT RID OF ALL THE COFFEE CUPS ( CUZ I DRINK COFFEE XTRA SWEET XTRA CREAM). NOTHIN BUT THE GOOD STUFF   I CAN DO THIS...IM PRETTY SURE
KatrinaD

KatrinaD

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Blog 75574
 

LIFE HAPPENS:We Fall off the PLAN~How to get back on Track!

:thumbup:ok so it happens! How can we go for the longest time dropping weight, saying NO! to foods we know will sabatog our plan, feeling great, We DID it! And then, one day we DON'T write down the food we ate that day, or we didn't drink enough water, or we ate a SMALL peice of candy or cake or some forbidden fruit that will kill the ketosis! One day leads to the next and we fall into a sloppy habit~but we are busy and there is just no time? (Or we don't make the time~NOW do We?) BUT we are eating the rest of the time right, and we are going to the Gym two to three times a week, and in between LIFE HAPPENS! We don't measure portions, we guage our intake of foods, (they are usually way too much, because our brains are not banded) Can't blame this slip on the Band! Maybe we are in between fills and we are stretching that band too much by consuming too many calories, (even a trip to the Gym will only even the count; so maybe you just stay the same, not lose a lb!) I'm just sayin! Life Happens~that is usually the case, or I know it is with me. NO STRESS! Let's see, The Economy is in a horrible state, I am building a house, about half way to the finish line, decisions, decisions. I am in about two lawsuits; hopefully they will result in getting my major investments back so I don't lose all my retirement! They have been ongoing for about two years now. My youngest daughter just announced that she is getting married this year and I am very happy about that; UNTIL the first planning meeting with future in-laws last night. Looks like a VERY expensive wedding~~~hummmm lets see, now who gets to pay? My house may get put on hold (AGAIN) Extremely HAPPY that my oldest daughter is Pregnant, after trying for 8 years and lots of surgery, etc. We are in a state of Joy over it. Then I find out my Oldest Sons wife is Pregnant too, and both babies are to come in the same WEEK! Wow! Just like Twins and in my family grandbabies come in twos! Two and a half years ago, we got a little girl and a little boy 11 days apart by my two sons! (So how to I be with both at the same time and help out a little? S-T-R-E-T-C-H~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ My Car is messing up, and it won't be cheap to fix it, AND I am NOT going to trade, cause I don't want the monthly payment! Haven't had it paid off that long~ISN'T THAT THE WAY IT ALWAYS IS? Today is my youngest Grandsons first Birthday and the party is tonight! (Of Course there will be lots of Food!) I ate three or four large bites of ITALIAN CREME CAKE last night! Now I am ridden with GUILT:eek: I did what I taught myself NOT TO DO! I said "Oh Well, I am celebrating my Daughters Wedding!" (And I am worried about money) So have the darn CAKE, it will make you feel better, COMFORT!) It was~FOR A MINUTE! NOW I feel miserable and I can not UNDO it~:frown: Oh if they only had the UNDO button on food like they do in PHOTO SHOP! LOL So today is Friday and TGIF, If it was MONDAY I could start over, RIGHT? WRONG! I am starting over today, I AM GOING to WRITE DOWN all my food today, I AM GOING To only eat Protein for three days, and control the portions! Monday I will check my Ketosis, hopefully I will be there~Then I am going to stay on Mushies for 7 Days, lots of protein, not over 50 grams of carbs or LESS:scared2: I should drop a few lbs with the Start OVER! In spite of it all I am on a good track to healthy~So I am each day on a roller coaster of Happy~Upset, Happy~Upset, Good News, Bad News, Good News, Bad News. Dealing with Husbands trials, childrens trials, Financial trials, Up~Down, Worried about everything from day to day. Spending a lot of time in Prayer, asking God to take this from me. :cool:I thank God that I have had the Lap Band Surgery, and I am going in the right direction, even tho I lose my way and get off the track, I can only look forward now, I WILL NOT GO BACK! If this happens to you, and I may be the only one, but I am just sayin! Get your mind screwed back on, start thinking positively and looking forward and get back with the plan, and you will prevail. 1. Keep the food log. 2. Drink the water.(to flush the fat and keep hydrated) 3. Exercise three times per week. 4. Get that much needed protein.   I hope you have a great weekend and a positive week ahead.   "Life Happens" We just have to resign to live the LapBand Life~For Life~" I love being thinner and the LapBand Life is the life for me and YOU!:thumbup:
janetsjourneytoslim

janetsjourneytoslim

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Blog 61243
 

Hmm it worked! ha

Ok so quick one today.   One week on the pre-op diet, 6 lbs gone. So it does work...lol...I am miserable but working it out Had no clue I was so addicted to those carbs.   No approval as of this am...gonna call the Dr office so they can check on it. :thumbup:
Hotenuf2

Hotenuf2

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Blog 1118
 

Weigh Day! Yay! 2 Month Update

3 more pounds!! yay total of 40! 2 months out! This past week has been another up and down week, but I'm determined to end it well. I'm noticing and paying more attention to the amounts I eat. What I love about the sleeve vs the lap band is that when your full, you just know it...when I take my last bite and I feel full, I stop. With the band, you might take 3 bites past your feeling full point, then you feel MISERABLE..usually hacking up what you just put in. I haven't vomited at all since I've been sleeved (ok, I dry heaved my first 3 days after I got sleeved because of swelling due to the band, but I'm not really counting that..lol) I think having the band gave me an insight and tools that I wouldn't have had otherwise. It made me think about chewing my food and the speed at which I scarfed down my food. I can't say this past few months have been that hard. The liquids were, but I was fighting head hunger mainly, not so much that I was even hungry. My emotional state is improving as well, after weeks of being sick from the abscess, I'm finally feeling physically healthy again. I still find myself wanting to eat more than I can, but I find that if I just eat what I want, I don't feel deprived. I treat myself to ice cream when I feel like it. I dont' know if my weight loss will be typical, I mean I'm sort of breaking a lot of rules...but I know I'm eathing healthier, so that's gotta count for something Thanks to all for listening! Stay Tuned for more...:001_tt2:
Shontel

Shontel

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Blog 80125
 

Super Mood Swings!!!

OMG! I don't know what it is, but ever since I got the band (7wks ago) I have been really moody! Like not everyday or even every week, but when it happens, its scary. I feel so out of it! My hubby said, "Good lord you weren't even like this at 9mo pregnent" LOL! I just flip! Like so mean or so sad...today I cussed out someone on the tv! LOL like totally random....Am I the only one? Maybe i need more protein or something? LMAO ...I hope I'm not crazy.
Theresa'sMom415

Theresa'sMom415

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Blog 82010
 

Dreams dreams dreams

I have been having the most graphic and vivid dreams for the last couple weeks. The type where you wake up with a jerk and a start thinking "WTF????" There's a general theme. Ex-boyfriends, and nudity. There is not an ex-boyfriend in my life that I regret being my ex and it is very very bizarre for me to dream about them. Nudity is another thing I'm not real comfortable with. I've been fat FOREVER and have never liked showing off the flab and seriously doubt I ever will...In last nights dream I decided to go swimming in this huge pool after it closed...and naturally, since it was closed, I decided to go butt naked. Right after I get in a million (okay 20) people come out of nowhere to go swimming and I decide to go out in the deep end and just tread water until they all leave so they'll never notice...but they never leave and eventually I just have to get out in front of all of them. And not a single person noticed. I tend to think dreams are mostly silly and meaningless but I'm taking this one to mean I need to chill out and not be so hard on myself, maybe other people don't see the imperfections like I do. Of course my closest friends are of the opinion that I need a man..ah, gotta love 'em!   Or maybe the decreased calorie intake is rotting my brain!!! (to make up for that I have 1/2 a slice of turtle cheesecake today...hey, it's got cheese and nuts right? It should be considered health food!)
SoccerMomma73

SoccerMomma73

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