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Give yourself an "Atta Girl" . I'm sure there will be times when it slows down so enjoy this and be proud of your accomplishment!

Today I wasn't feeling like taking my early morning walk. It's been a stressful few days and I was letting it get the best of me. When someone rang my doorbell and my dogs went nuts. I have two small dogs, a black POM and a brown Chihuahua. It was the mail carrier and I had to sign for a package. My husband is always ordering things from Ebay and Amazon, so I was thinking how annoyed I was at him for ordering something else! Well, guess what my little Taco did? He bolted out the door like a bat out of hell. I slipped on my flip flops and went chasing after him. Those of you who have small dogs know how quick they can be and wouldn't you know it... That little dog made me chase him around the entire neighborhood! He finally got tired about a mile away from home and I had to carry him the rest of the way. The entire time I'm cussing him under my breath. Then, as I'm walking up the finally hill to my house I realize my little doggy got me out of the house to take a walk. Not the kind I had in mind, but I still got out and walked a good two miles. Who knows if I would have walked today, but because my little Taco wanted to go on an adventure I took one and sitting her now... I feel great!

Hi Everyone! I was banded Sept 3rd. I'm trying to get through band hell. I can eat whatever I want and I'm ready for my fill. It's scheduled for Oct. 9th. I've been lucky with my recovery process. It's been very uneventful. I'm losing a little, but that kinda slowed down when I entered the mushie phase of the diet. I've had a chicken breast and did fine with it. I'm looking forward to seeing how we all progress and I'm always looking for support and hope I can provide some in return!

First of all CONGRATULATIONS on your surgery date! You're on your way to a new you. I'm still a newbie, barely banded a month. I would just say to follow your doctors instructions, stock up on all the liquids you'll be able to eat. Experiment with Protein shakes to see what you might like before you're surgery. Have patience with your body and your weight loss. It takes time. I'm a worrier and just want to lose so badly I had a mini freak out, but I posted some stuff on here and people helped give me perspective. So, MOST importantly, use this website. It's been invaluable to me!! Good luck!!

You're on your way. Believe me people will be honest with you and it's a good thing! Congrats on your first BLOG! LOL

Loved this post! I feel a lot of the same things about my life. The band can make you be more introspective while were trying to figure out how to make this new life work! Best of luck on your journey!

I began researching WLS about 5 years ago. At that time I weighed about 250 lbs. My insurance at the time would not cover the procedure. My doctor actually told me if I gained 50 more lbs I would be more likely to be approved. At the time I was like WTF. Who says that?! But guess what? Over the next 5 years I gained 50 lbs. I ,had several Dr apppointmens for different health issues, bulging discs, sciatica, Hipertension, Carpal Tunnel, Insomnia, I just seemed to hurt everywhere. It made me feel depressed and have anxiety. I didn't want to go out and do things like I used to b/c I had gained so much wieght. I was always the happy person who loved to go out and do stuff. But... In April, I took my regular medicine before bed and went to sleep. I had been given a higher pain medication that I hadn't been on for awhile because my sciatica was really bad. I could hardly walk. Well, guess what. I had an allergic reaction and suddenly became allergic to ambien which I had been taking for over 5 years. My son found me unresponsive. Needless to say, I spent 3 weeks in the hospital most in ICU b/c I went into kidney failure. I had to be on dialysis for about 7 weeks and it made me deathly ill. I couldn't eat, but I had so much fluid on me b/c I wasn't able to get rid of the fluids on my own. It was the most horrible thing that has happened to me. My family was told several times that they didn't think I was going to make it. I was on a respirator and had pneumonia. SOOOO, after I recovered I didn't mess around anymore I got on all the information that I needed in order to have my surgery approved and did it. I WANT, I NEED to change my life. I'm still young and have so much more to do. I dont want to give up. I want to live life to its fullest and I need to get this weight off so I can PARTY LIKE A ROCKSTAR. Just kidding, well kinda. I am looking forward to having my daughters and son happy and with families of their own one day. I'm banded and on my way to letting myself be the person whose been hiding inside me, begging to come back out! Watch out World!!

Welcome to the club, Amy! You'll find lots of friendly and helpful people here! It's very helpful along your journey!

I've found that in the 4 weeks since I've had my surgery I am obsessing about how much weight I'm losing. I'm losing a decent amount, but I want to make this work so badly I've forgotten about patience. Patience hasn't always been a virtue of mine, but I'm thinking this is something I'm going to have to work on. I didn't get fat overnight. It happened over years and I'm expecting to lose so much in months. Don't ge me wrong, I still think its important for me to have goals. I just need to be realistic. This is not a sprint to the finish line its a life changing marathon, with hills, valleys, and bumps. I'm really appreciating the people on here who are so open and caring to give me good advice and help keep my mind straight and help me realize what's happening with my mind and body is normal. Today, I am going to stop worrying. I will follow my Doctor's instructions and walk through my journey, so hopefully one day soon I will be able to help others.

I was banded on September 3rd. I appreciate the words of encouragement. I've lost 23 lbs so far and I'm on my way!!

I'm 20 days out of surgery. I've lost 21 lbs, but now I'm hungry and can eat anything. I'm trying very hard to stay on my mushies, but in the evening I feel like I'm starving...plus I have to cook for my family! I really want to make this work. October 9th can't get here soon enough...my first fill! Band hell sucks!!

I'm not sure if this is a question as much as a statement?! For newbies this site can be very overwhelming. I've found chatting with people to be the most positive experience; however, it has also been the most negative. I know, I know... It's just like anything in life you take the good and throw away the bad. However, discouraging people to make yourself feel better or preaching at someone when you are struggling with the same issue doesn't bode well with me. If I need help, I'll ask. If I don't ask you then that usually means I don't really respect you're approach and would prefer to ask my mentor. I just wanted to tell all the other newbies "Hello!". Hang in there and you will connect with some very amazing people who will help you and love you along your journey. Just be weary. To those of you who have been around awhile, remember it only takes one bad apple. Don't let yourself get in the way of helping someone who is looking for encouragement. Nobody likes a lecture!

Thank you all for your responses. I realize, even though I haven't been banded yet, things are not going to be easy. I know its going to take hard work and dedication on my part. I also realize in typing this that I don't have a true understanding of how I will feel until I'm actually going through it. I read a lot of things in the forums. The good and the bad. I am a realist and I know there will be struggles. If I had all the answers I wouldn't be where I am in the first place. Some people's responses here have proven my post to begin with. I guess being snarky to someone is "helpful". On the flip side, most of you have the same thought as me. Take the good and just throw out the yucky. Thank you everyone and good luck!