granniero

I saw my endocrinologist today. A1c down from 7.5 to 6.7. LDL cholesterol down from 133 to 89. Triglycerides down from 133 to 114. Weight down 3 pounds. He was very happy, I was thrilled. 3 month checkup. See Dr again in 4 months. Weight today 225,7. Eating protein, low carb. Doing a happy dance.

Ready to get back on track. Lap band 11-13. Highest wt 285, 5'4" tall. Lost 70, gained 20. CW about 225, will weigh tomorrow then get on regular schedule and weigh on Mondays. Plan to go back to basics, water, low carb, high protein, no sugar. Make appt with surgeon, way overdue. Move my body more. Looking forward to being here. Thanks.

Congratulations. I am 3 years out, lost 60, have gained 20, working on it now. Still need to lose about 50. Be glad to correspond or meet up. email is granniero@bellsouth.net

Looking to hook up with Jax banders. Mine was Nov of '13. My email is granniero@bellsouth.net. Would just like to talk to somebody!

I would still like to talk to or meet anyone in my area. Please feel free to email me personally at granniero@bellsouth.net. Thanks.

I was never able to connect with anyone from here in Jacksonville. If anyone is still interested, my email is granniero@bellsouth.net. Thanks.

Anyone in or near Jax? Would love to talk to somebody. granniero@bellsouth.net

I have been dying to find something or someone locally to hook up with. If there are any meetings of any kind in our area,can somebody please let me know? I am Rosemary and my email is granniero@bellsouth.net. I was banded last Nov,would love to talk to somebody ! Thanks.

Hi Nov band-mates, I am still here, trying to stay encouraged. Have lost 59 pounds since I started this journey,that includes my 2 wk pre-op loss. I read at this general site a lot at first but had to stop because everyone seemed to lose like 60lbs in 4 months,for example, and that made me too depressed since I couldn't lose that fast. I am 63 yrs old with 2 knee replacements. I will be the first to say I hate exercise and do it sporadically but also know that when I am walking,biking and swimming on a regular basis,I lose much better. I have many NSVs and am happy with what I have lost, just want to get in high gear and do better. Mt dr is not unhappy with my loss,he is very conservative with fills and I like him a lot. Glad to find this thread and will be coming here more often. Have a good day !

Hi, I am in Jax and would LOVE to talk to somebody, or email, or something. Had my lapband surgery in Nov of this year, have only lost 40lbs since surgery, plus 20 in pre-op. Haven't been able yet to attend a support meeting at St Vincents. Just need some encouragement if anyone has the time, thanks !! Rosemary

Hi, My name is Rosemary and my lap band surgery was mid Nov. I am in the Jax area and have been dying to talk to somebody in person, like just on the phone, maybe. I am using the St Vincents bariatric surgeons as well and am very happy with them. My daughter had surgery 4 yrs ago and she is a great support for me. Thus far, I have been unable to attend any of the support meetings thru the hospital. My email is granniero@bellsouth.net, if you have time to communicate with me. I will send you my phone # by email if I hear from you there. Thanks so much. Ro.

I was banded in Mid-Nov w/ 3 small fills since then, my dr is very conservative. I flew from Florida to Las Vegas in Mid-April then drove back to Fl 20 days later. I felt no restriction from my band whatsoever. No different to me than being at home. I have lost 53 pounds and was thrilled on my flight to no longer need a seat belt extension. I have over 100 lbs yet to go but kn with progress. No problems flying.

Hi, I'm Rosemary. I am 63 yrs old and I was banded on Nov.13th. I have lost 50 lbs and have well over 100 to go. I've been slipping, sliding and generally not paying attention, not flowing the rules very closely. I just returned from a 32 day vacation and today started to try the 5 day pouch test. I wanted something to help me get back on track quickly and really focus on what I need to be doing. So far, so good. I was professional at yo-yo dieting in my past life and don't want to live that way. I had the procedure to gain some quality of life and improve my health, the weight loss I expect to come along with that as I change my lifestyle permanently. My best to you, we can do this !! My mantra for today has been "follow the rules and use the tool". My email address is granniero@bellsouth.net if you would like to communicate there. Be blessed !

I am 4 months post op and enjoy baking and cooking, just have to switch recipe types to fit the new life. Was wondering if anyone has a protein powder they recommend for baking or using in recipes other than shakes. I'm afraid to invest in a bunch of brands not knowing if I will be wasting my money if thet don't work well. Thanks for any help you might have !

I once heard it said, "when you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on". Change is usually difficult and a move like yours is a major stressful event. But you had the courage to get your lapband and start a new and better life for yourself in that way, so you will get thru this as well. I also moved after 14 years from the home my children grew up in and for years I dreamed about that little house, it was our first house. But that was 30 years ago and we built out dream house and have enjoyed it every since. You'll make it !!!You will make many memories in your new house ! Be blessed.