blackcadillacs5

I hear you. I was on the same boat...day 3 post op and I ate half a sandwich. Just because I thought I could. I didn't eat another sandwich for about 6 months... I hate it them. Even the thought of them because of the guilt and above all the pain it caused.
I've been banded since 10/21/11 and I know my band limits because I tested them all. However you must have the will to succeed. If not the weight will win... You have to literally take it day by day until you are more comfortable and your mind jumps on this big change.
Your body will adjust faster than your mentality of having the band...Trust me. I went through it but I don't regret it at all. After 6 months and 3 fills I am at a place where I don't WANT anymore fills, I am loosing on will, diet and exercise.
Everything will be ok, its a learning experience and you've already taken the biggest and most important step

I see your toke and raise you a "rave". Im a raver, casual 420 smoker and Ive had no issues. Its all good in moderation. Take things slow see how your body reacts to anything and make your own decision is what I say.
Ive actually noticed that I have less blockage after I smoke and have the munchies...food just glides in. So, I prepare before hand some food where I wont feel guilty after and if I do eat something that is terrible but terribly good Ill just put a workout before or after to "ease" the guilt.

I had a similar experience with my girlfriend...she said she felt "like I wasnt going to end up doing it". It quickly changed when I took her to the initial LapBand Meetings and started the prep work. Perhaps the same will happen to you, regardless you are doing this for you and that is what counts. Eventually they should come around.

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Congratulations!!!

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

Best decision I made for myself! Although I did not reach my yearly goal of 100lbs, the number is slowly starting to not take control, it is about getting there, period. I have lost about 90lbs (89.6!) and I am grateful. I am not there yet but I am on my way, however I can now say that I can stand on my own and no longer need to lean on my band "Oscar the grouch" to take the lead. I am doing it on my own and loving it!
Perhaps, just perhaps I will get another fill when I hit a plateau and need that extra push.
I appreciate this forum for the guidance it has given me, although I have never physically met anybody who has had the lapband yet, I know I can pick the brains of all you fellow cyber-bandsters!
Much love,
-Jason

I hope its ok that I join in...9 days late and all
Name, real or screen~ blackcadillacs5
Goal weight for October 29th~ 221 (far shot)
Weight on October 1st~ 244 (Oct. 9th day I joined this challenge= 239)
Age~ 27
Dietary goal for October~ Eat less carbs up the Protein
Exercise goal for October~ Work out 5 days a week
Personal goal for October~ Not miss a day working out...
Date banded~ 10/21/11
Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ 82lbs
What is your favorite Halloween Activity?~ Eating the candy I am supposed to be handing out

Thanks everyone...I weight myself a day ago (about 6 weeks since my last weigh in) and I'm down 9.5lbs which is awesome! LOL I was just taken aback with the 3lbs after 5 hard weeks. I appreciate the insight, I am taking it to heart...I have already modified my diet and upped my Protein and Water.
I will not let this plateau beat me! LOL
Thanks again.

I've heard from several people who did this already and I didnt have one until today!
Named my band "Oscar the Grouch" because of the constant complaining
What's your band's name and why??

I think he is a m$%#*&f*$%ing terrorist, the evil laugh gave it away. Plus all terrorist car of choice is a "black Cadillac".j/s

BAHAHAHAHA

Thank you for the encouragement. As far as "testing" my band...I ate some meat, had a little ice cream and the other day I had chips and salsa. I am on purée but I really don't purée, I just chew it well. I really feel like I don't even have the band. I have no restriction, no gas, no pain (except my port incision) and haven't even felt nausea. I guess I have not been extreme but I am an all or nothing type person so if I make a mistake it is over and I have failed. I love this site because it helps me realize that I need to take it one day at a time and never give up.

Thanks for the honest and encouraging posts.
Emily how are you testing yourself? Maybe you are being a little hard on yourself. There has to be some kind of learning curve. BlackCad, thanks for sharing the 1/2 sandwich story. It makes me see how this is part discipline part trial & error with a dose of science on the side. & that we are only human too.I have noticed a lot of variation in post op diet and band management plans. I am 4 days post op and trying to follow liquids but am a little lost too. First added Protein Powder doesn't look "clear" to me. Lol
Second, Jello broth, diet juice, shakes are tasting and feeling soooooo artificial and processed.
Leaning on tea Water & popsicles. Todays plan
Is making homeade chicken Soup & straining it.
Adding skim & soy milk in "test quantity".
Any suggestions???? Much obliged!

Hey, my status changed.....I'm a Lap Band Master now!!!!!

copy cat...............

hey beau
that is southern for hi
no excuses black.....your either with us or your a f******terrorist

Awww, he is a lady killer! I'm sure he loves you too, but being a male they love the attention from the ladies.j/s
Hey, there's no excuses for abandoning your thread. Just butt in anytime, we'll make room for you. Just glad to see we didn't scare you off.

I hear you. I was on the same boat...day 3 post op and I ate half a sandwich. Just because I thought I could. I didn't eat another sandwich for about 6 months... I hate it them. Even the thought of them because of the guilt and above all the pain it caused.
I've been banded since 10/21/11 and I know my band limits because I tested them all. However you must have the will to succeed. If not the weight will win... You have to literally take it day by day until you are more comfortable and your mind jumps on this big change.
Your body will adjust faster than your mentality of having the band...Trust me. I went through it but I don't regret it at all. After 6 months and 3 fills I am at a place where I don't WANT anymore fills, I am loosing on will, diet and exercise.
Everything will be ok, its a learning experience and you've already taken the biggest and most important step

I know I am late...but thats because you Gorgeous ladies were hogging up the chat
This is Beau he is my Basset Hound. He was supposed to be my dog but loves my girlfriend more than me :c lol