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I tend to be obsessed with the scale. Bad, I know.

Oh, and I'm 5'4". :-D

I understood that you want to weigh 152 in a year, right? If so, I think that's attainable. I started at 263 at the beginning of my journey. I was banded on August 7, 2012 and am currently sitting at 201. Good luck with your journey!

You really rocked it, girl! You look fab!

Amazing! That's fun!

I am only 5 lbs away from ONEDERLAND! It's so close, but feels so far! I've been hovering at the same weight for a week or so, and almost feel like when I'm close to a mini goal like this that I sort of sabotage myself for a bit. So yesterday, I decided it's time to quit fartin' around! That's all. :-D

I started my journey in about March or April. Shortly thereafter I started reducing my insulin. I was completely off of my insulin for at least 2 months before I even had my surgery on Aug 7, 2012. Getting thinner is great, but I cannot express how amazing it feels to know I am healthier. I'm healthier in a real, tangible way. Now, I only take metformin and my blood sugars are consistently very normal. Also, I have always had very irregular to non existent periods. Suddenly, I'm having those again. Good luck in which ever path you choose. It has been a lot of hard work, but I impress myself daily, and I'm so grateful to have this tool to help be a better me!

Have had the Mirena for four years and haven't had any signs of a period for at least three years. Now I've lost 43 lbs and suddenly I am having a super light period. I know weight loss can effect your cycle and in the past it definitely has affected my cycle. I just was surprised that I would have this since I have Mirena. Thoughts?

Donklos is a spammer. JMO.

My hubby is in surgery getting his band as I type this. I am so excited for him. After our surgeon finishes his band, I have an appointment with him for my first fill. It's an exciting day at our house!

The fill was super uneventful and my hubby is doing great! I am so excited for him! I would love it if the pounds would just fly off now, but somehow, I'm guessing it'll keep moving at the same pace. I hope you're right!

I had people say that to me a lot even before I started losing weight. I said, well, thank you, that's kind, but I am not healthy. I have type 2 diabetes and it is out of control. I'm making a change for my life. That shuts em up fast. I think most people mean well, and the convo of WLS makes many uncomfortable, which causes silly comments. You do look wonderful btw!

Thank you! I have lost 20 lbs since surgery, but I have been exercising and counting calories like a maniac. I understand it is very normal to not lose right after.

I'm going today for my first fill. It's been seven weeks.

Yay! So excited for you!

Since becoming type 2 diabetic, I would sweat like a lady of questionable morals in a place of worship. ALL THE TIME! Now that I'm down 50lbs and my blood sugars are very normal (even for a non diabetic) I am freezing all the time. I'm not gonna lie. I'm enjoying it!

Rock on! Congrats!

Woohoo!!! That is super! I'm happy for you!

Amazing! I can't wait to join you. Congrats!

Great job!

You are beautiful!

Fantastic! That is exciting!

Am officially down 50lbs from the beginning of my journey! That's 11 more pounds than my 4 yo weighs, and she is heavy to lug around! Excuse me while I have the success high for a moment! I don't have any fill in my band yet. I go September 25 for my first fill. I'm doin the happy dance! Ok. I'm done now.

Thanks, everyone! My surgery was August 7.

That is so impressive! Great job!