georgia girl

Mia31771 pm'ed me and said she wants to be in on it. We need to give those that work time to get to the meeting. And for some people it's about an hour away. Maybe even more for some?

Jack, you are a ray of light, as always. Thanks for the words of wisdom. I don't know why I beat myself up so much, but I know deep down that everything will be fine and I will suceed. Food will not control me anymore! Thanks

Hey Apples, I hope everything works out so you can get your surgery soon. Let us know when you hear something.

jfran, I know how you feel. I've been dealing with thoughts of failure lately and it really sucks. You've done so great. I know with you having PCOS, like me, it doesn't help. Sometimes the hormones kick in and makes us feel even worse. Be proud of yourself. You can do this! I just wanted you to know that you're not alone. I hope that you get out of this plateau soon and kick butt on the scales! ((HUGS))

lol, so do I. I really hate it! I'm hoping that the fat will start disappearing from that area as I continue to lose.

We also need to decide where to meet. So, what is your favorite Band Friendly restaurant?

Hi Dana, I'm so glad you are interested. Once we get the group going, we can decide on a permanent day of the month to meet (like the 2nd Thursday of every month or whatever). Tuesday or Thursday evenings would be good for me too. How about everyone else, do you have a preference?

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I can't believe I'm about to say this...........I actually bought an underwire bra tonight at Walmart. I told everyone that I hated underwire, but I guess since I've lost weight, they don't hurt so bad. It's a curvation bra size 44DD. I'm still going shopping next Wednesday for another one, but I honestly couldn't wait until then to buy one. The one I was wearing was in terrible shape, it only had one hook that wasn't broken. I'm going for a fill next Wednesday and there is a mall in that town, so keep the ideas coming.

That's awesome BBK! We started out at almost the same weight and now I have some hope that I will make it to goal. Thanks for posting this. Do you strictly stick to doing the bike and treadmil or do you change it up? What about lifting weights?

Renewed, you are so kind. I would love to be band buddies! I will definitely PM you and we can chat. Thanks for all your support, we will get through this! Olemelissa Thanks for sharing your story. I hope everything works out so can get pregnant by march. Good luck to you and thanks again.

Thanks for the encouragement. I'm going to start tracking my calories again at The Daily Plate. I did a lot better when I was doing this. I just got finished doing the elliptical, it was tough since I haven't done it in a while, but I did it!

Wow, you don't play do you? Just kidding, I know that's what I need to do. I go for an assessment next Wednesday and hopefully I will get a fill. This is about the point where I would start to stray when I did diets prior to getting banded. I can't help but think about that. I just need to get that out of my head and move on!

I have a lot of side boob fat. The underwire seems to dig into the side fat. I'll definitely check out that new spanx bra and the enell sports bra. I need a new sports bra that will hold em down good. Thanks everyone!

Thanks Jeannie! I hope there are others who want to participate, but if not, we'll be lapband buddies!

Thanks Jeannie. I'm sorry you're feeling bad, hope you get over it soon. My husband just got over a stomach virus and I feel a little uneasy today too. I hope I don't get it. Thanks for all the encouragement. You're so sweet for saying all the kind words. Thanks again. Ghost, I just saw your new avatar.........I love it.

Oh, this is open to anyone who wants to participate.

Okay you guys, I think we should start a local support group in Albany. I've been having a hard time and I know some you probably have as well. This website has been a Godsend to me, but I really would like to talk to people in person. I've talked with some of the other bandsters on LBT and they suggested a local support group. I'm thinking we could meet at least once a month, maybe meet at a restaurant to start off with. We may have to think about a different location once the group grows, but for now, I think that a restaurant is a good idea. (maybe a bandster friendly restaurant?) I guess I'll be kind of heading this up. Any suggestions about when and where you prefer to meet? I was thinking since some work, the evening would be good, I dunno, what do you think?

Jeannie, you have been an inspiration to me too. You're doing great and I'm so glad I had the chance to meet you. I hope I didn't discourage you, I've been really blessed not to have any problems yet. I've just been feeling this way for about a month now and I had to get it off my chest. Maybe I'm just having a hard time recovering over the holidays, I dunno. Thanks for all your support.

Thanks, I would love to see pictures!! Thanks for all your help, I really appreciate it.

5 lbs in 4 days......that's awesome. I had sweet potatoes too. I ordered them a lot when eating out, it's a good alternative to fries and baked potatoes if they have it. It sounds like you are doing great. I used to eat in front of the TV a lot too. Now that I'm addicted to this website, I have to watch eating in front of the computer......actually, I'm eating right now :hungry:. It is best not to have any distractions like Jeannie said. I don't do it a lot, but I have to be really careful because I tend to eat more food, when I do.

Hey Joyful and Mia! Joyful, there is a lot of information shared on this board. It's great to hear everyone's stories and share experiences. Mia, I'm just amazed at what a little weight loss can do. Your date is coming up soon. How's the pre-op diet going?

Ghost, you are right. I do need someone to talk to about this. I talk to my husband and he is very supportive, but he doesn't really understand what I am going though. Thanks again for your support.

Thanks for the great ideas, Sunsett. What do you guys usually do at your meetings? Do you have a certain criteria you follow?

Thanks for the encouragement, Jeannie. I think I'll post something on the Albany Georgia Bandsters thread and ask for some ideas of when and where we can all meet. I really do need some sort of support group to keep me motivated. This site has been a Godsend, but I think talking with people in person would help us all. Thanks again.