Vera

and I thought I did good....

Thanks Donali New word for the week: neurolinquistics Nicole, you've taken steps. You will succeed, one day at a time.

I am so with you on this Kathy exect if I did have a masectomy I would have reconstuction and implants, my sister did and boy did she look great.Curently I stuff them in the best bra that lifts and keeps them in control... otherwise they'd look like tennis balls in socks.

My mom was huge! I don't remember much cause she died of breast cancer when I was 3, but I remember she was big. My sisters are obese and we also lost one to breast cancer. I'm the youngest of 7 true and 8 steps sisters and brothers. My aunts and uncles are obese. I've always compared my health to theres, genetics was so obvious. I still have to fight to be thin and thank my band for not letting me have a bottom-less pit! I won't even get into the family get-together food spreads... Yvonne, I have an 8 year old daughter that sound simular to yours. I refuse to use the word "diet" in my house, Food (diet) is a way of life. I take her shopping and we cook together while I try to explain the healthy foods vrs. junk.

She looks so Happy! Sorry for the hyjack, I was so sad about Caitlyn yesterday and Chloe's cute smile reminded me of her. Thanks for all the concerns about Katherine, here's her story www.katherineblew.com Who's the ring for?

Congratulations!

Look how tall she is! That's the wee girl who sat in the back seat with me?? I was just informed of a bay area bandster Katherine, who died in her sleep on the 21st. Katherine has a 6 year old Caitlyn that went everywhere with her. Caitlyn was always at the bandster get-togethers. I am so sadden for Caitlyn, her mom was everything to her. I'm so happy for Chole. I needed to hear a happy story today. Thanks for the update.

Hi LynnAnn and welcome to LBT. I want to congratulate you on your research, and your attitude. This is so true.I'm just over 2 years banded and believe I'm at the proper restriction level for me. Just yesterday we went out for dinner, I couldn't decide what to order. I can take small bites of about anything but If I want a meal I have to be choosy. A crab cocktail was perfect with a couple of onion rings on the side. Years ago that would have been a snack. Is it worth it, You bet! I'm down 77 lbs and wearing a size 11. I'm so happy and have more energy!

Sue, I wish the best for you. Your wisdom is something I cherish. The research you have done is so valuable to us all. Your total approach to your banding issues is superior and well documented. I read sometime ago where you wrote to the effect…when your car is in need of repair, you try and fix it first instead of replacing the engine. I believe it was in response to why you decided to get a band instead of GBP to begin with. That’s my way of thinking as well. Thanks for explaining your situation and informing us of your plans. I’m curious like Paula, as to why you’ve chosen the DS? I’m guessing it has to do with "esophageal dilatation."? And as Kathy said don’t forget us bandsters...we still need you! And we want to know how you are. Keep us updated! Love, Hugs and Kisses! Vera

Wow Betty, It's been a year already? I remember telling you to relax Baby Betty just when you were post op. You've come a long way Baby. Look at those STATS!! down 85!! Congratulations!

Megan, You deserve the best! Congratulations I'm so happy for you

My goal use-to-be 144, according to a bmi of 40 when I was 244 and I needed to loose 100 lbs. that would put me at 144.. In my dreams 2+ years... I'll be happy at 160. heck I'm happy now at 168! I think age has a big effect, I'm 46. those that are under 30 have a greater chance of loosing more, my opinion.

It's worth trying jeans in the junior's (teens) section. My 12's were too big so I tried 13's, the cut is slimmer but I've got a big butt...I was able to squeeze into 11's and as you wear them, they loosen up. Stretch jeans are the best! All the jeans are long these days, Ive been wearing platform shoes... Good luck and happy shopping!

All I have to add is...These days I eat very little but protien is my main concern! Restriction has been perfect. Just when I have that piece of chicken or that scoop of cottage cheese for breakfast...I want to eat more, but I can't and know the feeling. I have been very lucky lately, I feel like i'm going to BP then I start waving my arms around and it go's down! Some might say I'm too tight... I haven't BPed in weeks and I sleep good! I have 3 meals a day and 3 quarts of water!

did I see this right 115 is your goal? good luck

and cheesesticks with marinara sauce

and I'm just trying to plan a wedding...

Medical School??? Just finish that book “Beliefs According to Delarlism” have it published, make lots of money on the circuit…Oprah, Leno. Hire your personal surgeon and open a clinic in Vegas just for all us bandsters. Not only will we all be thin and healthy, but we’ll be sexually satisfied!!! It’s all about the Money…

I'm with Blue Eyes and Kel no Chocolate I don't know if I can do this...

I just heard about a month ago that the "evil" number is 4 6 is good!

OK all I know is a 1/2 a can of (6oz) tuna mixed with mayo and relish will fill me up It's my staple.. 5 pieces of sushi,or a half of a half order of Apple-b's chicken salad. I'm technical ok I'm down right anal...

Happy day!!!

Oh so happy for you Christina! WOW I can only imagine the thrill of it all To all my band buds-your always welcome at my pad and boat.

Chewy, must I explain?

I just started using it in the last 3 months, I can't live without it. Ditto what Maggie says! I have all kinds of red spots and scars that it covers well without the shine look. The only place I don't use it is on my nose, for some reason it makes my pore holes on my nose look bigger...