MarieMarie

Name, real or screen~ Mariemarie Goal weight for September 30th~ 270 Weight on September 1st~280 Age~ 55 City/State~ontario, Canada Dietary goal for September~ logging food in fitness pal Exercise goal for September~ 10,000 steps a day on my fitbit Personal goal for September~ be happy Date banded~ August 13/14 Total weight loss since banding/pre op diet~ 20 lbs Favorite Fall Activity~swimming

I REGRET NOT doing this 25 years ago!

After a full I thought you were to do clear fluids for a few days and then introduce foods again starting with puréed then mushy

I woke up today feeling great and for the first time no reminders of my surgery. It is important to take the time to recuperate this isn't a race to the finish line. This is the start of a new way of life.

Lots of communication and time for each other. No different than any relationship

I would love to try kayaking

I got a fitbit. It wants me to walk 10,000 steps. Quite amazing to see an actual accounting for your exercise. Sine I was low on steps today, I got my walking sticks out and went for a long walk.

Nothing tastes as good as thin feels.

I know I will loose a lot of my boobs. It is the first place I loose. I am looking forward to a sexy bra next summer.

Congrats. A wonderful journey has begun

I can't wait. Keep up the good work

I made up my mind, discussed it with nobody. It is my journey. Perhaps one day i will discuss it

My surgeon believes 7 weeks until my first fill. 5 weeks post op now

The biggest pain was gas. Getting up and walking cured most problems. Follow the instructions and all will be well. 5 weeks post op and feeling great here

Fantastic! Keep up the good work!

I am not ready for Zumba yet but will enjoy it when I can. I have to work on my core strength first

I am gluten intolerant so I eat the topping. Good idea to put it on salad

I am about to book my first fill

I watch the huge amounts of food others eat and wonder how I could have ate that much. I kept my banding very secret so eating at friends and family is difficult

This is a life decision for me. There is no 'throw in the towel' on my health/wellness. Sometimes I expect will be easier, sometimes harder. I had no insurance coverage, paid every cent for my life change. I wish everyone Good Luck and read everything and get advice from your doctor when required

The pure protein shake is very good

Yesterday I taught myself a lesson. Leave my desk at work. Take the time to eat a relaxed meal.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

One month post op. Swimming, dancing and walking. Hoping to start the treadmill next week

55 and just starting my journey. First fill won't be for a few weeks. Just recuperating, getting the body moving and starting the gym!