Julie norton

Perhaps we could learn a quirky thing we don't know about each other? Me: I was once in a famous country singers fan club and won a chance to sit down and chat with her!

We are all standing silently behind you as you calmly and maturely proceed through HIS issues. On the bright side, so glad you are away from such a manipulating man...soon I hope this is in your rear view mirror . There is a lot ahead .

I also like pure protein, but I do order inspire protein powder online and blend with ice and milk. Just to mix it up....there are a multitude of flavors. Tasty

WLS success requires a different way of thinking and living. It can be life changing if you allow it to be. You HAVE to work with it and it sounds like you may have to sort some things out in your head before you proceed. I have worked with a counselor after my surgery years ago and found it a luxury and really helpful. Best of luck for a healthy future, whatever you decide.

Thanks for typing what I was thinking.... I'll add in. How much did you lose by X? I get it... Those are things people really want to know about the future and being overweight. Just repetitive questions. It is a new world for the overweight population.... (Primarily females )to finally change a part of life that is very hard to conquer without huge changes and surgery. Thank goodness there are a lot of posters who will answer many questions over and again. This site has some great info ( along with some fallacy) for those looking for answers.

Ps. Not everyone. Some of us long term bandsters are a bit quieter. I'm coming up on 10 years. Our esteemed founder, Alex is headed for 11 or 12. There are people with band problems. Best of luck. Keep working the program and have faith!

Some of us adore our bands and have had them for years. Others have problems with it. My experience tells me. Just me. !That I need to keep it a bit under inflated Or it gets angry. Then I must rest it before beginning again. I am doing well after 9 1/2 years And hope to keep all the same. Lost about 100 lbs from my highest ever. Best of luck. This is a nice place to ask questions. Mostly.... Please don't ask about cheating the band or you will get an earful!!!

I thought tinctures now were available ? I hear doctors don't advise smoke in a new pouch/ stomach. Not sure. Antidotal info

Great article. Thank you for the read. Also, nice to see your post.

That food does not have much priority in my life. The first few years I had to work harder on food.... I still have to be prepared and conscious..... But I can be hungry for awhile at appropriate times... What a freeing feeling Just living life, for years, at a "normal" size is so wonderful. I am thankful.

[emoji171]to you sharpie....tough day. Glad you had a wonderful trip! Hoping Liz' kind words are helpful... She has helped me in the past ... Our veterans are the most helpful on this long journey. Happy to read my cyber friends' thoughtful words (WLS and widowhood) Thank you all.

May this be just the beginning of a great, fun life change for you. Please keep posting. I like to see progress in working with the band... Ps. My take on this: Don't fight it. Just relax and go with your dr.'s program and wonderful things happen[emoji471]

I second the above great advice. As hard as it is, a dr. Appt helps many start back also. No one is perfect (Except babbs and lipstick girl and jamielogical) ha Sorry bayou girl... You're rockin the program too

I adore hearing successful stories from lapband vets. There are still many of us, but many others do not have success. Lots of stories; glad to hear good ones! December will mark my ten year anniversary and I continue to be thankful for getting off the diet roller coaster [emoji567][emoji567] Congratulations on your 5 years!!

I got to go see buffalo Springfield ( youngsters might have to google it) at a local junior college in 1967. I remember I wore an A line skirt I made in 4-H.. I am showing my age!

I liked eBay valet. Just sold a pair of great boots and got back $49. Way better than garage sale !!

It's a tie: That's why I'm here. James Taylor Dirty work. Steely Dan

I adore Brussels sprouts. And I live near the capital growing area of castroville ca. Lucky to buy them on the stalk!

Thanks for bringing up the topic. It is a treat and I should try to be kind to myself more than I am. That is a good reward![emoji93]

Uh....i think it might be called spanx.

Congrats Ginny I think everyone has to find their way band wise. It is very personal how each fill and hunger work. Something about working out also helps... I don't think it is totally the calories you burn....I think it is body/ mind connection..... Protein water and working out has been a good friend for me and my band since 2006. I'm of the mindset of leaving the fill level a little low.... I truly want to keep my band and the almost 100 lb loss forever!!

Relaxing with the morning paper and a big cup of coffee....ok maybe my other would be nooze yogurt.

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That is great furmama. It is a wonderful feeling to have WLS and feel successful... Many of us spent too many years trying everything else before getting to here . May you enjoy your new life and most of all health!!

I like it! And I also miss Lapband talk from years ago. Many of us are not seeing the same people.