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Patriceaa

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    Patriceaa got a reaction from ladymarshall in Am I A Liar?   
    It's personal. You are the one to decide to tell people or not. You are not 'lying', the lapband isnt a magic pill, it takes work to lose the weight, like my primary doc said, its 'forced discipline'. Don't feel bad about not telling... some people do and some dont, its a personal choice.
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


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    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


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    Patriceaa got a reaction from ☠carolinagirl☠ in Senior Bandsters: Anything You Would Have Done Differently Prior To Your Surgery Date ?   
    I agree with the previous posters who said make sure you take enough time off of work. I had my surgery on a Thursday and thought I'd be ready to go back on Monday or Tuesday. I really needed that entire next week, not necessarily because I was too sore, but I was sooooo tired. I wasnt getting enough nutrition to have any energy. I had to build up to it. I hated the Isopure Protein drinks I purchased so I had a really hard time getting in my Protein. Make sure you drink enough and really try to get in your protein...that was (and frankly still is, my biggest obstacle), also a heating pad was my best friend post surgery. Also, prior to losing my weight, I refused to have my picture taken... take pictures so you will see what you accomplished once you meet your goal.
    Good luck in your journey...speaking for myself it was the best decision I ever made. I will be at 2 years post-op next month.
  5. Like
    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


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    Patriceaa got a reaction from Harrier's Woman in October 22 Surgery Date!   
    Good luck to you all!! It is scary because you are starting a journey to a whole new lifestyle, but I don't think you will have any regrets. So excited for you!
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from PattyGirl66 in Help   
    It's completely normal...where you are right now is probably the toughest, because your swelling from surgery has gone down and you have no restriction, but are on a restricted diet. It will get better. I didn't have my full restriction until probably my 3rd fill. I have never concentrated on calories, my focus was always Protein and carbs, and that has worked for me.
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


  9. Like
    Patriceaa got a reaction from ladymarshall in Am I A Liar?   
    It's personal. You are the one to decide to tell people or not. You are not 'lying', the lapband isnt a magic pill, it takes work to lose the weight, like my primary doc said, its 'forced discipline'. Don't feel bad about not telling... some people do and some dont, its a personal choice.
  10. Like
    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


  11. Like
    Patriceaa got a reaction from DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Never...ever Thought I'd Do It :)   
    I will be 2 years post op next month. Prior to my surgery, I flat out REFUSED to be in any pictures, I hated the way I looked and didn't want any reminders. Well now almost 2 years later, I am engaged to my very best friend and he wanted boudoir photos taken for him...talk about taking me out of my comfort zone!! But I did it... although they are very cheesy, and because of that, somewhat still embarrassing, but point is, I did it. When the pictures came back it was hard for me to look and realize that is really me, I actually lost the weight and wasn't that 'fat girl' anymore. I finally am happy and feel pretty good about myself... now I focus on other things that need improvement, but I have to say I love my Lapband.
    I posted a couple of the pictures... dont laugh at the cheesiness!!


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    Patriceaa got a reaction from PattyGirl66 in Alcohol Is Empty Calories I Know.   
    I was going to mention the same thing. Most restaurants and bars are now offering 'skinny' drinks, it definitely takes some of the guilt away. But you have to let loose sometimes and just have fun, don't ever completely deprive yourself.
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from Maddysgram in Psychologist Questions?   
    I'm sure every one has different questions... but from what I remember, the one I went to asked why I wanted to do it and basically wanted to be sure I was realistic about the surgery. It was a piece of cake, she didn't make me cry . Don't worry, I had to go twice and it was like 30 minutes each time and it was over.
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from ☠carolinagirl☠ in Senior Bandsters: Anything You Would Have Done Differently Prior To Your Surgery Date ?   
    I agree with the previous posters who said make sure you take enough time off of work. I had my surgery on a Thursday and thought I'd be ready to go back on Monday or Tuesday. I really needed that entire next week, not necessarily because I was too sore, but I was sooooo tired. I wasnt getting enough nutrition to have any energy. I had to build up to it. I hated the Isopure Protein drinks I purchased so I had a really hard time getting in my Protein. Make sure you drink enough and really try to get in your protein...that was (and frankly still is, my biggest obstacle), also a heating pad was my best friend post surgery. Also, prior to losing my weight, I refused to have my picture taken... take pictures so you will see what you accomplished once you meet your goal.
    Good luck in your journey...speaking for myself it was the best decision I ever made. I will be at 2 years post-op next month.
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from niquey0685 in Wanted To Show A Pic Since Being In Onederland!   
    Congratulations!! You look beautiful
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    Patriceaa got a reaction from Heathermarie0407 in Mushies....what do I eat!?!?   
    I ate yogurt, applesauce, sf popsicles, fat-free refried Beans, cottage cheese, some Soup (not alot because of the sodium), oatmeal, sf pudding...

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