Julie norton

Can't believe my boy will become a man tomorrow. We love her too???? ???????????? 8 years ago I did not know How happy I would to be a size 10 .....escorted down the aisle by my wonderful son. No worries how my dress hangs. Sequins. Mauve. Gorgeous. Floating. What a day !!! Just to not be self conscious is fabulous ... Some of you know his dad passed last year suddenly... So it is bittersweet he cannot be there mortally.. I've been at a counselor for a few years so I think I'm ready!!! Wish me luck my cyber friend community????❤️????????????

Thank you experienced banders. I really appreciate positive good things about the band. I could not have reclaimed my life without it???????? What a great tool!!! Getting ready for day concert Ana Popovic. Coco montoya and the Queen bee. BONNIE RAITT. I can dance and be happy. I Still can't sing worth a sh@t. Smiling though????????

Have a bloody good time✈️. So many sights. A great underground transit. (Walkable city w/ underground .) Cute cabs ...great architecture ..history abounds YOU fitting in everywhere... That is the best????

Thought it would be lovely to see a positive , happy post about how good bands CAN work. I am happy and healthy and wouldn't trade it for anything. Hope other banders will chime in on a great tool. Just for this forum, could we request no horror stories or revisions? I would so appreciate that... Hoping others will also. Thank you in advance ????

Tried this today with some broccoli and thought it was decent. Protein rich. Swells up to a spaghetti size. Decent flavor. Another option w/ protein!

Some of us old bandsters are still around. We hide at times bc we have been through a lot of questions and answers in my opinion... ???????? my band. This year will be 9 years. I'm am compliant. And I do have liquid days ( thanks B-52) that help ... But very occasionally Happy and healthy. With a TT thrown in this year which helped me to lose my last 10 lbs I was aiming for... But willing to concede if needed.

What a wonderful feeling... Not dreading going to a formal event and looking forward! to it. And got the dress!!! Good for you! I felt like I hit the lotto when I found the dress and shoes to wear to my sons wedding in a couple of weeks Got it altered ( after TT) and so ready to wear a fitted garment!! Feels good to FEEL GOOD????

I was a bit private about my plastics. I only told my trainer and very close friends. One whom took Me to surgery and 2 people who helped out after. Many friends know about my sons wedding in 2 weeks ( yikes) and I tell them I am working out a lot. ????True. And watching everything I eat right now... Lots of chicken thighs and veges .. Also true. Professional pictures have that effect on me .... Guessing there will be a lot Taken that day. ????so let's keep dancing, break out the booze ...and have a ball. ( old song for you youngsters)

I'm not sure Oregon. I surely haven't hosted.. Alex said reach out to a new VIP this week so I am picking you???? I am 60. Banded in 2006...successfully lost and maintained 100 lbs ....Widowed last year suddenly... California native 3 generations. That's enough @ me Tell me something about you ( I'm on smart phone so I can't see too much info like computer)

I have two sisters also. Siamese-tabby mix. They seem to have a love each other- snuggle. --To I'm gonna bite my sister and chase her. Golly, one has fur spot missing ...thanks to her lovely sis... They are company for me daily????and I adore them more than I imagined

That was a confusing link... As far as I know , you can join us to chat about what is on your mind anytime???? I don't know about the challenge link as I also got a monthly payment offer? Just glad to be here!

My band has clearly shut the door on salsa, onions(raw), bread, tomatoes and Chinese food... Took me years to finally say I won't try those again. Or later. I cannot figure out the Chinese food restriction... So I just say: Ok band. We are doing things your way...

Sorry Liz, That is a tough position to be in. Like the others, I would NOT have reacted well had my brother wanted to " talk" about my former size. Sigh. Guess it is true we can truly only be our own guide.... I think it may be that we know how WE feel pre and post op. No advice... But glad we are here to listen.... More than one member has mentioned you could write an article as you are eloquent ????

Absolutely amazing transformation ! So happy for your healthy life. Thank goodness for WLS ????

I miss this forum... Happy moms day ❤️????to any and all... Looking forward to seeing the grown "kids" tomorrow. Are they still called kids when they have been out of the house for years? That's what my mom did.. So I will as well to honor her... (Gone 11 years next week) I asked for nothing but a heartfelt homemade card????

boy... Just when some of us real-long-timers think we got this covered....along comes a hungry couple of days? Generally. ...Back to regular normal pattern, but it does take me by surprise on occasion...don't see rhyme or reason. ie. stress, imbibing, Etc. Just more hungry for a few days. Don't know if I'm the only one who feels this sparingly?

I would like to hoist up the girls.. Soon. ...Without implants... My concern is my port 2" down in the middle... Any one have breast surgery w/ mid- port? I was concerned w/ TT/ plication but surgeon said he saw my port ... So perhaps this is done more than I know.... Which is nothing about breast lifts..

So nice to hear a positive band story. Many people have luck and just don't post... Lots Who have issues post all about them . Happy bandster here

????my heating pads....I also have been known to use the hair dryer on and in my shoes to warm up my cold toes. That is why I dream of Hawaii ????

I consider it a great investment for myself. When I'm a bit sore that evening , I know it was productive. AND. .... When something is bothering me in my head, I feel (somehow )better getting energy out. Good job JWM

I say write the letter and hold it for the weekend. Read it many times and make it clear how they can improve..it can be personal too, but more effective in my opinion to educate and not berate

Same issue but years out.. I got the flu and tried to get protein down by drinking "pure protein" shakes. Bad idea . Kept me within running distance to the bathroom for days. Had to quit w/ liquid protein. Put a few ounces of pedialyte w/ lots of water for a few days and solved my issue. Did not realize this was a common problem till I saw these postings confirming it. Thanks... I always learn something new on these boards????

Heck yeah! 8 weeks ago tomorrow ... TT and abdomnoplasty outpatient... In by 7 out by 1... Just had galfriends come in everyday and check on me... Bring soup.. By far, the hardest thing was to get up and down for almost a week. I had a roll to the side, push up with your arm type system... Still hurt, but followed Doc orders and laid low... Walking blocks in 3 wks. Light workouts in 5.. Back to it at 6 weeks. Adore the results and to me, worth the pain....NOW! I was completely out and I did need pain meds for about 10 days... Really glad I had them.

My port was placed about 2 inches below my sternum... About 3 1/2 inches above my belly button. Centered. And I sure can see and feel it. I adore it and most always she returns the adulation... Like some of us (ok, me) she can be a real bitch when irritated!

Nice to read and be included in this positive forum. Thank you positive posters! After many years, I do understand some frustration with negative people or those that choose to not follow dr instructions..... Maybe some docs don't give out enough info and directions? I got a 6 page handout in 2006, after outpatient banding w/ quick check up the following day,and I'll see you in 6 wks. Anyway, glad to be here. Lots of good advice....and some yuks.