destynee1

no clue.. it was on the post in general area.. I had posted.. like.. its the day or something! just got banded.. i dont know. lol.

Glad to hear that! feel better soon chica!

I really like that pic of you and your momma. You will make her proud sweetie!

I had posted a pic of me in the surgery room.. i would never in my life post something like that of me.. but i was like what the hell.. i'm excited dammit. lol

Hell ya!! I feel the same way! and PKB! Girl!! beautiful woman! You did it.. now it shall be easier.! and don't say you dont because what if you fail... Failure is not an option and by you saying that you are giving in to the possibility... Hell to the no! You ARE going to make a difference sweetie.. and we will all be here to see that smile!

I myself.. have looked at my profile pic and thought.. hm.. i should change that. This pic is actually at my heaviest even.. yet I took a good pic.. you know.. we learn that camera! I hate seeing pictures of me.. though I have been strongly wanting to post some. I started at 325. im 302 today.. and have soo much more to go! it's a start... and pkb .. if I put my horrible pic of me up! lets see your beauty!! I know how ya feel.. I only ever post pics that I approve of.. and on fb.. no one can tag me in anything unless I approve it.. so I know all about that feeling of not wanting to show. I'll do it!

Girl.. don't I know! I was banded on the 22nd. so we are a day apart. and I am so over liquids! lol. Ice cream has always been my downfall.. I don't even want that!!! I just want food! healthy healthy food! lol. Im hungry . i love soup and im sick of soups too >< lol

I know when it's self paid there really is not much wait time, its pretty much up to you. Also, the band is the safest imo and it is reversible so if you need it out due to military, you always have that option. But being in the military, i can only imagine how much weight you can lose and how fast you can lose it if you are determined. Let it help you as the tool it is and you kick ass with good food choices and exercise and there will be no stopping you! Good Luck on the decision!

Good Luck hun!!

those are Great promises to yourself!! We will share some good recipes that will be awesome! and healthy! and exercising tips!! You can do it!

some require 6 months.. some 3 months and some just 1 nutritional visit which is what I had to do. But during the 6month case, you have to see your dr every month .. you cannot miss a month or else you have to start from scratch.. to show you are trying to make healthier choices in food etc. and Good luck.. it is a great thing. I just had mine done last week.. so far so good! 23lbs lost! woo woo!

I agree with all the ones that want to shout.. lol.. I have never posted and talked so much about anyting in my life and I am usually a pretty private person. lol.. I have just been so done with all the failures that this was something I was just so excited about I felt I had to share it. There were certain people I didn't want to know about it, and then I ended up telling them too.. can't believe how much I've opened up about this, it's actually made me feel better about myself. I have been soooo surprised with how much people are supporting me, so far I have not heard any bad comments, nothing but encouragement and good wishes and it makes me feel that much stronger. 4sweeties... Your will open up when YOU are comfortable with it. It really isn't any one's business what you are doing unless you feel it is their business. I just know it feels so good to be open about it. If that time comes for you, I hope you get nothing but encouragement and praises.. we all deserve that.. I can't wait to hear more from you and your journey!!

LOL! Penny.. I feel the SAME way!!! and so happy things went well for you Sammy! and Grats on all recently banded!! so exciting

Neva.. as soon as I get to my mushie stage.. I am definitely going to try this!!

A lot of the, bad talking band sites also have to do with a Dr. who came up with mini bypass surgery. Got a few people to share their horrible experience with the band. While, there is no guarentee with any surgery to be successful and sometimes it just may not have worked, and many have their own faults to blame for not making life changes. But there are so many more successful banders out there and this place is an awesome place to see that. I choose the band after being on this site for awhile and researched and talked with people about the good and bad. Always know what you are getting into and then make that decision. SO far everything has been great actually. I am 8days post op. I am struggling with the liquid diet.. ugh 1 more week of it lol.. but that is something we have to do.. with anything. I chose the band because it is the safest imo. I did not want to have my intestines re-routed... I have known quite a few people, friends/customers who had the bypass and Just seeing them made me feel I rather stay fat than to live like that. In and out of the hospitals, bleeding ulcers, to many complications.. and they lose weight so rapidly they don't really look that great.. unhealthy. My friend got the bypass, and her sister got the lapband.. what a difference. She lost more weight than her sister, fast .. but at a slower rate.. and she looked Great! healthy.. and she loves the band. I like the fact it is reversible if I need it to be. Anyway hun.. I hope you look into it.. feel comfortable with your decision, and remember surgery is surgery.. you will always have some doubts and fears.. Good Luck!!

Chew 20-30 times.. see if the chewing more helps. and man what you had to eat sounds so yummy to me! ( still are darn liquids lol ) and no you are not alone... we all think of our old comfort foods I am sure.. I know I do from time to time.. just don't dwell it on, and quickly move on!

Prayers!! See ya on the other side hun!! you'll do great!

I believe you can drink as much as you want. Vets!! where ya at?!

"**** happens" But you are getting back up.. don't let it get you down.. and you do seem determined!! go girl! you'll do it! and I have read a few people recently going through the same thing and starting over!! Good Luck mamas!

This sounds like such a healthy and yummy alternative!! Can't wait to try it... I would add a lil butter but not much!! lol .. thanks hun!!

OMG I am sooo hungry for Real food.. these look DIVINE!! Lasagna has always been my favorite too and Now I can still have it!! I am so excited and I can't wait to try this! Thanks... omg i want food.. still on liquid diet dammit. lol

Lookin good!!! keep it up!! and Grats mama!

Grats!!! That is amazing success!!

That is so awesome!! Grats on that!! you are an inspiration ! Wooooo... Glad you had a great time!

I had those Same chest hiccups and they hurt!! I am 7 days post op and I still haven't burped.. BUT!! um.. it came out the other end. LOL.. **Blush** it gets better.