bluegirly

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait for the day when my pants don't need to come from the "big girl" section of the store. You look HOT!!!

OK when I started my journey in April of this year I tipped the scale at 451 pounds. After a 4 week pre-op diet I weighed in at 430 pounds today I weighed in at 399.6!!"! I'm so excited to be out of the 400's I could do a cart wheel....(in my mind) my next goal weight will be 350...I hope everyone has a great and safe weekend!! .::hugs::.

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait for the day when my pants don't need to come from the "big girl" section of the store. You look HOT!!!

I have not told anyone, and I don't care...sometimes it's all about you and what you need to do for oneself.....to better yourself in this world....
When the smoke clears and it's certain the curtian's going to fall...where will be these critics be then? Standing next to you to offer their help? I don't think so.....
Same goes for all the critic's here on this forum....they're not going to be around to help help you when it's time.....so it really does not matter.
Take care of yourself and enjoy the results....

Great to hear ! This is a major life style change . The band is tool not a magic solution ....we only get out of it what we put into it .

I was banded February 29th , 2012 . My starting weight before surgery was 262 lbs. My progress has been slow and steady . Overall, I don' t regret having the surgery because it changed and saved my life for the better. My current weight is 184 lbs and went from wearing a size 18 W to regular size 12 . I had to buy a lot of new clothes and love the way I look in skinny jeans. . Only a few people know about my surgery ....close relatives only . At work , no one knows and I get all these compliments , and sometimes I feel like a fraud . But I stop and think , wait a second I workout hard, and I made a decision to better my life ....why should I feel this way ? I'm learning to cope with the new me , so I don't go back to the old me . Taking it one day at a time !

Wait, you are supposed to have sex with your husband???????? I didn't get the memo.

I've noticed I'm satisfied for at least 4 hours between meals and once I get a hunger twinge it's time for the next meal. It's so cool listening to my body! I haven't had a fill yet, and at this rate if I'm losing consistently and staying satisfied I may not get one. I'm under 1,000 calories a day, between 60-80 grams of Protein, and at lest 8 glasses of Water sometimes more. I'm so happy I did this! By the way, today is my ONE MONTH surgiversary!

not yet! my first one is scheduled for november 7th!!

I made my hubby take this shot. I told him I wanted to see my progress from behind. Bwhahahahahaha!!

Congrats on your sweet spot. You may not need a fill looks like you've hit the spot already.

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

Welcome!!! This forum provids a wealth of information from people who have been where you are, and you can get support every step of the way!! Good luck on your journey!

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

I just got a call from my doctors office that I'm approved. Soooo excited - and wanted to share the good news. I'm looking to have the surgery early December.
I've been a lurker on here for the last few months and have learned so much from you guys. Finally decided to join. I look forward to getting to know you all better.

ChicagoRose
This book is amazing!! It makes you view weight loss from a spiritual view.

I just has my surgery on 10/11. I am in the liquid diet phase. I am struggling with hunger pain. But one thing that is helping me stay motivated is an awesome book called Made To Crave. It's a 60 day devotional to craving God, not food.< /p>

Yes, clothing is an issue. Just bought a pair of 42 jeans at the end of September and already too big for me. At least I am only spending $20 at Walmart and not $50 or $60 through a Big&Tall or Catalog store.

But don't forget, you are supposed to only eat for 20 mins. If it takes you longer, you should stop!

my only problem is me having to constantly
buy new clothes...and now hubby does also and its awesome as he knows what size to buy..

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!

Is that I keep having to microwave my food because it's getting cold!!! I eat so slowly and the food just doesn't stay warm! Ok, it's not really a problem, but it's the only problem I am having so far! And you know what's not a problem???? Seeing the numbers on the scale get smaller and smaller! I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!!