LisaMG

OMG Ladies ... Thank you for the support Life has been busy! Being a single mother is hard, you add being a full time student on top of that and you have STRESS galore! Good news, I'm still holding @ 160 lbs. Maintaining is fairly easy ...just follow the rules of the band:) The amazing part of this whole thing is the low maintanance of the band itself. I've been to the doctor strictly to get my fills in the beginning. My level of restriction seems to be just right and holding. I worry some times that my band will slip when I stretch too far or throw up for one reason or another. Danali lost her band due to a super stretch I wonder how she's doing by the way. Anyone know?

I ended up putting a current pic of me on my profile!

Leatha! Hey gurl whats goin in your world?Alot is going on in mine ...2 much 2 type right now. I've tried 2 attach a pic of me on this message and it's not opening up when I click on managing attachments. I dunno what 2 do, do U? :help:

What happened to me recieving emails notifying me of replies from you ladies on these threads? Thanks for all the encouragement ladies ...life has been busy since the divorce. Yeah thats right I'm divorced now. I'm a single mother of 3 beautiful kids. Good news ...I weigh 160ish and holding! I'll have pics to show you ladies soon now that im online again, gemme a lil time =)

Hey, where is all the Galveston Bash Gals? What about all the people that was posting a year or so ago? Is any1 out there?

Awww shucks ladies ...Thnx 4 the encouragement! Yep, Penni that's 125lbs. total loss so far ...and it feels like it 2! I'm wearing 16-18 right now. I feel good but want to lose 50 more pounds while im at it. If it happens, GREAT ...if it dos'nt .....well .....um .....we'll cross that bridge when we get there

Awww Ladies ...your the best. I log on and look what I find! Betty, I'm blowin you cyber KISSes and HUGs right now =) I'm sorry it took sooo long to post on my progress ...all I can say is, "Time flies when your havin FUN!" OH! BTW, today is bandiversary! Happy Bandiversary 2 me! (ok officially it was yesterday, but it dos'nt count if you hav'nt slept yet I started this journey @311lbs. Today I weight 190lbs & you know what? ....I'm happy=) I'm attaching a pic taken at Galveston Beach a few weeks ago ...Check out my new Sea Weed Wig

This NSV thread turned out 2 Bee a good'un ladies ...Thnx 4 sharin. OMG ...How do you sum up the thangz that haz happened 2 me a as a result of this surgey? I dunno but I'll give it a KISS (Keep It Simple Sweetie) and see what happenz. *grin* The 26th (my bandiversary) is soo close I can taste it and I can't wait! I'm gonna find sum way ov makin it ROCK! I've earned sum kinda reward 4sure ...sum1 plz tell me I did cuz I feel like I just ran a marathon and WON! This year I've not only lost MORE than a hundred poundzzz, lost 16 pant sizes, & im not only physically, but am mentally healthier, I feel like an all around NEW WOMAN compared 2 the Me a mere year ago! In a week I'll celebrate my "Bandiversary" with Xcitement and Joy ...naa, it'z more like PURE ENERGY I could have NEVER known wat this surgery would do 4 me. I might have chickened out if I'de had known 1/2 of the story ahead of time ...so 4 once I'm grateful that my wish I made as a lil'gurl was never granted. If I was Psychic (likeI wanted 2 Bee)...I might have lost out. If that don't get ya Xcited ...I dunno

$12,500 here by Dr. Spivac in Houston Tx. and yes, it is possible you'll need 3 fills or more that first year. I was fortunate, when I had my 2nd fill a few months back (dated on my signature down below) I achieved a nice restriction level that has carried this far. Losing 95 lbs. in 9 1/2 months is bliss! Would I do it again the exact same way? You bet, In a heart beat! It comforts me to know that my Doctor & I have a "relationship" & I know he'll be there for me in case of an emergency. (crossing my fingers now) Mexico is a bit cheaper but I've heard ALOT of people having trouble finding aftercare once thay get home. Of course you need to do whats best for your budget. I'm just encouraging you to ponder the consecuenses if you decide to go to Mexico. Maybe you can call around and see if there is a Doctor in your area who accepts patients from other doctors.

The gas and nausea is typical for a number of us Bandsters, Mark. Hang in there & it'll get better. Before you know it you'll be callin Ur band Ur new "Best Friend". I know I do...

Amazing transformation Alexandria ...WTG gurl!

Hi Lyle, Long Time No See or Hear Ma'Freend...how ya been? Was wondering if we could have a small update on this MI Bash Pls...Do we have a current head count & has enough people purchased tickets for this thing to happen? Waaats up?

Hello and Welcome to LBT.com Mark You hit the nail on the head when you said, It'll be one heckof a ride I THOUGHT I knew what a wild ride was about ...then I got me one of theses thingies we call "The Band" May I suggest sumthin here? GET READY ...GET READY ...GET READY! It's awesome to see a musician posting here. And you do gigs huh? We need to have another Bandster Bash down in this neck of the woods so we can jam with you guys...

Thats one handsome babyluv you got Brandi ... (im talkin bout tha boxer not the men:p) Welcome to LBT.com and good luck!

Welcome to LBT Mark Tis Good to have another Texan with us ...if we keep this up we're gonna out number the rest of you folks :cheeky But then again ...that would'nt be unusal for Texans 2 Rule once again (hee:p hee) Paula, Ginny, Leatha, Betty, Carla, Marie, and other patriotic Texans ...you people have permission to pinch me for that self rightous comment ...lol

When you stand up after sitting in a chair with arms and the chair is stuck to your butt and you swing around coming close to taking out the entire back row...*humiliating* When your hubby mistakes a fat roll for your boobies ...*exasperated or disgusted, your choice* When the teenage boy at Astro World has to leap, shove and perform arobics just to get your buckle to snap ...*petrified*

Donali ...your contribution to this site is invaluable. You're always giving excellent advise/tips and keep yourself busy encouraging others on this forum. Just wanted to let you know your appreciated also wanted to say that when you do struggle or need support we'll be here, I hope that you allow us to scratch your back in return. Realting to your POV on these things comes easy for me and many others obviously. It's good to hear that you are staying on top of things (emotional eating ect ...) and have come to a place of honesty with yourself. Something this band has done for me is open my eyes to the lies I once told myself. It sure feels good to be free of that "ghosts" in my closet that once haunted me. Seeking help/therapy is a good thing and I'm still on my way ...not trying to say I've "arrived" cause I know I hav'nt. Alexandra you too girl, I appreciate the "NO Nonsence" and "Level Headed" way of approaching things. You offer balance and this forum would'nt be the same with out you. Thanks for volunteering your time moderating for us kids here @LBT.com The loss of our dear Blossom has caused me to be gratitude for the people that has influenced or encouraged me in some way or another. I just want to let yall know you make a difference. No, you do more than that ...You people Rock! Psst ...Donali aka Super Woman, hows the new hubby doin? Hav'nt heard from you in a long time also did you ever finish your porch all the way? You can PM me if you don't want to hijack this thread

*Hugs* and *kisses* to you gurls ... Michelle, Betty, Paula, Zoe and Bella (and the other supports on this board) ...you ladies encourage me with your selfless support. My spirits are always lifted when I see others like you reaching beyond yourselves offering your love and support to your fellow lapbandsters. Thank You for brightening my day ... *cheers* And vinesqueeen (Crystal?) that is a GI-Normous NSV, your doing fantastic ...keep up the good work and please keep us posted sister

Maybe he needs you to go check in on him Megan ...after all He is sick ya know *grin*

Who ever said that Santa only comes once a year was telling a fib! He has to work year round just to keep up with growing population im sure. The only thing seasonal about Christmas time to Santa is the Bright Red Suit he wears for the month of December. I think he does that strictly for our entertainment and delight. (I'm certain that we asked him, he would prefer to work in something a little more comfortable like his "old faithful" pair of sweat pants *grin*) He was behind schedule this year but he did make his way down South and yeah I got my Ford (Explorer) Sport! No, it's not the Ford Sports Trac I originally asked for but Santa knew something I did'nt cause I like this ones much better =)

Cool, awesome, terrific, fantastic, superb! Uhh ...nuff said ...I gotta get to that Easter Egg Hunt or the the kids are gonna hogg tie me and take me hostage =) :cheeky Happy Easter People!

Theres no place like home ...Theres no place like home" (Thanks Paula & Zoe) Psst ....Paula, My secret ...The embilical cord that once ran from my stomache to the fridge has been cut. I no longer have a love affair with food glorious food...I guess that's one more NSV is'nt it!

Hey Ladies, it's been a while since I thought about posting NSVs and Boy O Boy...The NSVs have been stacking up! These are a few of my favorite NSVs: *Self Esteem I respect myself now and know I am valuable, esp. for frienship. When I was at my heaviest I thought I was unworthy of love. That I was did'nt deserve to be the first in anything. For example: when entering a room I would let everyone else go first then I would slink in and pray there was a seat I could squeez into. * Self Confidence Now when I walk in a room I can look others in the eye, I no longer avoid eye contact. I feel good about myself and believe in myself more now than ever before. :bandit *Roll Model ...I'm finding several over weight females looking, asking questions, and showing an intrest in taking the steps to a healthier way of life. Too bad my Doc. dos'nt offer bonuses for referals cause I'de be rollin in the $$ if he did! :guess *New Friends and Family ...I now have a whole new family with my fellow lap banders. And the list keeps growin and growin *hugs* Oh and Leatha, I've reached the "pentacle" :laugh *Wolf Whistles ...hee hee (need I essplain this one?)

Thanks Alex it's good to be back here reading and catching up on everyone =) Hey Megan, anything new to share about this new mistery man of yours?

Awww ...I'm just now reading this exciting news Megan. This is AWESOME news girl! I heard good men are hard to find so if this one is a keeper hook em girl!