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If someone remarks "How did you get so thin?" I tell them I had weight loss surgery, I have had mostly positive feedback, once in awhile a so called "weight loss expert" (who usually isn't very thin) remarks about how I took the easy way out. I just say well if you haven't done it you don't know. I am not ashamed to tell people about my surgery. I also don't try to talk anyone into doing the same. Advice is given if asked for. I have never been the kind of person who cares what people think really, so it's easy for me to blow off the negative nellies. I try to be myself no matter what. I know why I did what I did and how I accomplished my goal and how much it improved my health and yes my looks.

If someone remarks "How did you get so thin?" I tell them I had weight loss surgery, I have had mostly positive feedback, once in awhile a so called "weight loss expert" (who usually isn't very thin) remarks about how I took the easy way out. I just say well if you haven't done it you don't know. I am not ashamed to tell people about my surgery. I also don't try to talk anyone into doing the same. Advice is given if asked for. I have never been the kind of person who cares what people think really, so it's easy for me to blow off the negative nellies. I try to be myself no matter what. I know why I did what I did and how I accomplished my goal and how much it improved my health and yes my looks.

I watched Zalynn too she has come a long way. She had a 360 deg. surgery, looked rough, she had a hard recovery from what I could tell but she looks good. Her and Paula Jones have been inspirational. Both were so strong. I can't complain about my small challenges compared to theirs. I may have to have skin surgery down the road, I have a skin apron too but not as large as Zalynn's. Not sure at my age if it's worth it.

If someone remarks "How did you get so thin?" I tell them I had weight loss surgery, I have had mostly positive feedback, once in awhile a so called "weight loss expert" (who usually isn't very thin) remarks about how I took the easy way out. I just say well if you haven't done it you don't know. I am not ashamed to tell people about my surgery. I also don't try to talk anyone into doing the same. Advice is given if asked for. I have never been the kind of person who cares what people think really, so it's easy for me to blow off the negative nellies. I try to be myself no matter what. I know why I did what I did and how I accomplished my goal and how much it improved my health and yes my looks.

slept in my recliner and it has electric recline so it was nice to get up and out of. take it easy, drink as much as you can, use a heating pad on your shoulder pain and don't worry about eating or anything just get better. It was about a week or so before I felt kinda normal. it's been over 3 years so it's hard to remember but I am still happy that I did it.
Best of luck to you.

OMG that is funny.. so now they have falsie butts for men..

My Husband and I had our first date on Valentines Day 40 years ago. We married on March 26th 40 years ago. I lost him in October and I will have a sad Valentines Day this year but I will always remember what a wonderful man and devoted husband he was. so yes you can fall in love that quickly and many times it last like ours did. go with your heart and let your brain follow.

My Husband and I had our first date on Valentines Day 40 years ago. We married on March 26th 40 years ago. I lost him in October and I will have a sad Valentines Day this year but I will always remember what a wonderful man and devoted husband he was. so yes you can fall in love that quickly and many times it last like ours did. go with your heart and let your brain follow.

Very pretty,, you look wonderful, Congratulations.. Everyone has a slump, I've had one for about 6 months, but sometimes your body tells you what you need. Don't beat yourself up, just get back into the groove, I have to remember how far I've come even if i'm not where I want to be..

Surgery Date 1/15/13
Starting Weight 198.8
current weight 125
Love my Band - No more diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure.
No complications no problems. I am not on a diet for the first time in 25 years. Love having the ability to walk , swim, ride my horse and travel. Buying clothes is fun again. Best decision I have ever made .

You are experiencing the pre surgery doubts. I almost jumped off the gurney in pre-op area I was so scared. However, 3 years later I am healthier and happier than I have been in years. You will not really be concerned with food at first, your brain tells you that you want the food but your system won't let you eat it. As time goes on you will learn what you can and can't eat. I can eat most foods except, really dry meats like white meat chicken, I eat dark meat it's juicier. I also cannot eat white rice but it's a good trade off for being completely diabetes free and no cholesterol problems or high blood pressure meds. your main concern will be learning to eat small portions and slowly, If you need to get a sedative or something to calm your nerves before surgery ask your Dr. depending on what type of surgery you have recovery is relatively easy, follow all the instructions they give you and for the first few weeks, get lots of rest and stay hydrated. Best of Luck .

if Grandpa's friend had weight loss surgery some time ago, I doubt he died from complications from weight loss surgery. they have perfected the surgeries so much today. things are done less invasive and they make sure you are doing well before you go home. If nothing else contact a nursing service, ask at the hospital for a agency that might provide you transportation and help at home. I live in Florida or I would come and help. It's important for you to not stress, follow your Dr's instructions and think how wonderful you are going to feel when you have lost weight and gotten healthy. It was the best thing I have ever done, at age 66 I was heading for major health issues when I made the decision to take control. Best of luck to you honey and please let us know how you are doing. If you have any questions there are tons of people here who have been there, done that. You will be in my prayers.

You are experiencing the pre surgery doubts. I almost jumped off the gurney in pre-op area I was so scared. However, 3 years later I am healthier and happier than I have been in years. You will not really be concerned with food at first, your brain tells you that you want the food but your system won't let you eat it. As time goes on you will learn what you can and can't eat. I can eat most foods except, really dry meats like white meat chicken, I eat dark meat it's juicier. I also cannot eat white rice but it's a good trade off for being completely diabetes free and no cholesterol problems or high blood pressure meds. your main concern will be learning to eat small portions and slowly, If you need to get a sedative or something to calm your nerves before surgery ask your Dr. depending on what type of surgery you have recovery is relatively easy, follow all the instructions they give you and for the first few weeks, get lots of rest and stay hydrated. Best of Luck .

if Grandpa's friend had weight loss surgery some time ago, I doubt he died from complications from weight loss surgery. they have perfected the surgeries so much today. things are done less invasive and they make sure you are doing well before you go home. If nothing else contact a nursing service, ask at the hospital for a agency that might provide you transportation and help at home. I live in Florida or I would come and help. It's important for you to not stress, follow your Dr's instructions and think how wonderful you are going to feel when you have lost weight and gotten healthy. It was the best thing I have ever done, at age 66 I was heading for major health issues when I made the decision to take control. Best of luck to you honey and please let us know how you are doing. If you have any questions there are tons of people here who have been there, done that. You will be in my prayers.

Clearly #3. I don't abstain from anything and I don't track, but I definately have a mental checklist, an internal guidance on my eating habits. I also rely on Portion Control because I have been known to eat healthy foods and still be fat....

if Grandpa's friend had weight loss surgery some time ago, I doubt he died from complications from weight loss surgery. they have perfected the surgeries so much today. things are done less invasive and they make sure you are doing well before you go home. If nothing else contact a nursing service, ask at the hospital for a agency that might provide you transportation and help at home. I live in Florida or I would come and help. It's important for you to not stress, follow your Dr's instructions and think how wonderful you are going to feel when you have lost weight and gotten healthy. It was the best thing I have ever done, at age 66 I was heading for major health issues when I made the decision to take control. Best of luck to you honey and please let us know how you are doing. If you have any questions there are tons of people here who have been there, done that. You will be in my prayers.

Wendy's Chili, Chic Fil A chicken tortilla Soup. Also on occasion I get the yogurt parfair at McDonald's.. can't eat burgers or fries.

I have friends who have had the band over bypass and have done very well. I had my band placed in January 2013. It was he best thing I have ever done. the fills and checkups are actually a way to keep you in check. I have not had to get a fill for over a year but I go about every 6 months or so to see if everything is okay. I have not had any complications and am healthier than I have been in years. All WLS has it's risks but as you know after having bypass there is always a certain amount of patient compliance. Best of luck to you.

I have friends who have had the band over bypass and have done very well. I had my band placed in January 2013. It was he best thing I have ever done. the fills and checkups are actually a way to keep you in check. I have not had to get a fill for over a year but I go about every 6 months or so to see if everything is okay. I have not had any complications and am healthier than I have been in years. All WLS has it's risks but as you know after having bypass there is always a certain amount of patient compliance. Best of luck to you.

so happy to see something positive regarding the band. I've had my band for almost 3 years. not easy at all, some days I wondered what I was thinking but overall I have adapted to a new way of eating, how I think about food and I enjoy much better health as a result.. No more diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure it's a wonderful thing not to have that burden of bad health. I recently lost my husband as some of you might know, we were married 39 years and the last few years have been very hard physically for him. Thank God I was healthy enough to take care of him . He had major heart surgery last year and prior to that he had a partial knee replacement and esophageal cancer so taking care of him was my full time job. It takes a lot of energy and determination to care for a loved one and with the help of my band I was able to do it . I promised him I would continue to stay healthy as long as possible . He was my biggest fan and was very proud of my successful weight loss. I hope I can continue to make him proud.

Wonderful for you both. So awesome that you are now healthy enough to take care of your children. God Bless you all.

Wonderful for you both. So awesome that you are now healthy enough to take care of your children. God Bless you all.

My Husband and I had our first date on Valentines Day 40 years ago. We married on March 26th 40 years ago. I lost him in October and I will have a sad Valentines Day this year but I will always remember what a wonderful man and devoted husband he was. so yes you can fall in love that quickly and many times it last like ours did. go with your heart and let your brain follow.

Terry so glad to see you are doing well. I am almost to my 3 year bandiversary as well . I come on the site to see how everyone is doing and I still have some struggles. The biggest problem I had this year was the illness and subsequent death of my husband. emotional eating is a difficult thing to overcome. I am still doing good too , gained a few lbs throughout my husband's hospital stays and hospice at the end. WE always seek comfort in food when we are emotionally at a low point. I still am happy that I made the choice to have lapband and I have lost some of the "comfort" weight since his death in October. My health is definitely better and I am much more active than before. Take Care and check in once in awhile. I miss some of the regulars that helped me so much in the beginning.

Keep telling it B52, you are the poster boy for Lapband Surgery. At age 68 I am so excited about life now that I can enjoy doing things. We are leaving tomorrow for our Alaskan Cruise, I am going to ride horses I Skagway while my husband takes a train ride (he loves trains). 3 years ago I wouldn't have even considered doing the cruise .
as a side note, I had to unload horse feed the other day, husband has been under the weather. I picked up a 50# bag and it was pretty heavy but I thought to myself wow I used to carry that much and more on my body every day. Thank God for lapband and my surgeon I no longer carry that burden. Glad to see these positive stories.