tflemon67

Prayer coming and good luck, let us know how it goes.

On my way home from hospital. Process went very smoothly:-) small bit of nausea after taking the lortab for pain, but it pass after a few minutes . I am going to try to stick with liquid Tylenol for pain. I have been chewing on ice and sipping Water so far. All and all a good experience. Full liquids for 1 week, then purred/ mushies I'm so excited for them, lol. Hope I feel this good in the days to come!

Wasn't on the site, but had mine August 24.

Doing well, Harleymelm. Banded Friday. Only issue has been CO 2 gas. Walking and using heating pad, hoping it subsides soon. Today first day of Protein Drinks. 30 minutes for 6 ounces, but not there yet. Day after tomorrow can add V-8 and thin Soups. Wonder if Spicy Hot V-8 's ok. Love the stuff, warm or cold.

here is a copy of my post for the challenge just to give you an example in case I lost someone:
Name, real or screen~DeAnaN
Goal weight for September 29th~207
Weight on September 1st~215
Age~41
Dietary goal for September~get at least 75g of protien and 64 oz of water
Exercise goal for September~working out 30min 3times a week
Personal goal for September~Fall cleaning before it gets cold
Date banded~15AUG2012
Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~15lb
What is your favorite Fall Activity?~FOOTBALL, fall carnival, International festival

Alright you new Bandsters it's time for accountability LisaHolland73 post a challenge every month(it's under the general lap band forum) a I am posting a copy of her post it explains everything it's just a little accountability chart(no pressure ) any takers just copy the questions and post them under her post it's under "September Autumn Challenge" She will put everything on a spread sheet and post it so make sure to follow the forum Good luck
Welcome to the monthly challenge. September is here and time to start working on Autumn/Fall activities. The Autumn Challenge is a fun way to keep track of your monthly weight loss while gaining and giving support to other bandsters.

Copy and post the template below and fill in the information that you are comfortable sharing on Saturday September 1st the come back every Saturday on the 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th and post your updated weight. I will keep track of the weights to get a table listing everyone's results on the following weekend.

Good luck to everyone and remember this isn't a contest it's a challenge and you are a winner no matter how much you lose.

The first three items are required all others are recommended, but the last one is the most fun. If you are new to our monthly challenger please leave a short introduction.

Name, real or screen~
Goal weight for September 29th~
Weight on September 1st~
Age~
Dietary goal for September~
Exercise goal for September~
Personal goal for September~
Date banded~
Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~
What is your favorite Fall Activity?

OMG, I'm FAT GIRL! I purposely run at 4:30 AM to avoid being seen by the "real" runners. I feel so inadequate but I love to run no matter how slow. I will keep my head up and not be ashamed what I choose to do is an accomplishment and I should be PROUD! Thanks for this, hitting the running path tomorrow in the DAYLIGHT!!

OMG, I'm FAT GIRL! I purposely run at 4:30 AM to avoid being seen by the "real" runners. I feel so inadequate but I love to run no matter how slow. I will keep my head up and not be ashamed what I choose to do is an accomplishment and I should be PROUD! Thanks for this, hitting the running path tomorrow in the DAYLIGHT!!

Awesome! A speedy recovery to all the August 2012 Bandsters! We made it ya'll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is good to know, I got a picture of my band and a pic of the x-ray after the barium swallow. I think I must have some type of fill because very little keeps me going. This week I start the mushies, so glad to be able to have yogurt!! Yum, yum.

Thanks DeAnaN you did an AWESOME job with these! By the end of today, we'll all be on the other side of the journey. Wishing everyone a speedy recovery and great success!

Awesome! A speedy recovery to all the August 2012 Bandsters! We made it ya'll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well the last of our group is going in for surgery today. I thank you so much for participating I never expected this many people would reach out. My goal was for everyone to see someone going in at the same time and to make connections and I am so pleased. Thank you for all the encouragement and I hope that I encouraged someone else. I love you guys :wub: I feel like we are all on the same team this journey is so much nicer with teammates .... Good luck everyone
23AUG-Missymobaby, tflemon67, LissaH, lisastill, JasonCanDoit!, starvinmanda Congrats
24AUG-Michele1975, EverythingToGain, LiveStrong41, krazykristy1998, yeya, Khpiglet, andrealeigh2116, tiny62 Congrats
27AUG-binab, mrslogan0612, BeeBlueheron, dwilliams, Kdubb Congrats
28AUG-slojo67, 67jax, pjenkins1970, wheldonmommy Congrats
29AUG- joann852, MusicTeacher, angelle Congrats
30AUG-yourshoesareuntied, trishkaczsassycass830, harleymelm, choosesuccess, whitedobe Congrats
31AUG-MissE44, Nanu, dean7115, kimmers2012, Livestrong41
Congrats to everyone

This is good to know, I got a picture of my band and a pic of the x-ray after the barium swallow. I think I must have some type of fill because very little keeps me going. This week I start the mushies, so glad to be able to have yogurt!! Yum, yum.

mine was came the same day.. i was told that the blood thinner given prior to surgery causes it to come earlier than expected

Next Thursday Sept 6 will be a month since band day. How times fly. Everyday is a new day and I look forward with joy that I made the right choice because of the way I feel and look already. On Sept 18 will be only 3 complete months since I started getting ready for my surgery and now in the Stage of mushy/puree food. So far, 50 pounds lighter.
Now if I could only enjoy exercising each day, I would be lighter. But it's all our decisions to decide what and how we do in our daily lives.
Best wishes to all banders, especially in August. Congratulations!
Be positive and Keep the faith.

My thoughts are with today's group of bandsters. Let us know how you are doing.
DeAna, you have done a great job rounding us all up and keeping this thread going all month. thank you!

Okay August bandsters -- don't forget to say "Rabbit, rabbit" first thing tomorrow morning for a good month!

I made it to the other side. Thanks for all the well wishes. Good luck to all our August banders! I found out I was down 20 pounds just from the Pre-op diet. What a great start!!!

Surgery day! I'm here at the airport waiting to go to the hospital

Yes my doctor added 2.2cc during surgery. I didn't know until my first fill this week. Honestly, Im glad he did add Fluid because it gave me time to learn what my "full" sensation is like before I started solid foods. My transition went very smoothly. Had .5cc added this week. My nurse did explain to me the reasons some patients have fluid added during surgery. Partially due to the original fit of the 10cc band which can differ person to person. Also during the barium swallow immediately after surgery, any leakage can be detected. Other reasons as well. Im feeling great and loving my band!

OMG, I'm FAT GIRL! I purposely run at 4:30 AM to avoid being seen by the "real" runners. I feel so inadequate but I love to run no matter how slow. I will keep my head up and not be ashamed what I choose to do is an accomplishment and I should be PROUD! Thanks for this, hitting the running path tomorrow in the DAYLIGHT!!

That is AWESOME tflemon67! LOL

Officially 1 week post op and I'm glad it's here! A little rough the first week but it gets better by the day, believe that. Day 1, I would have never believed I would feel this good by day 7! Looking forward to 2 weeks post-op! Getting hungrier each day, my stomach actually growels now but it's quickly shut up with half a Protein Shake. By the half, I'm not hungry anymore. My first fill is September 25th!! I'm not regretting my choice, now to feel good enough to run again, tomorrow will be the test!