jljeje

I've been banded a couple of years now, but because of some complications, I've just begun getting fills again in January (have had 2 now). Because I lose weight so slowly ( I don't exercise enough or regularly, and a thryoid problem, plus my metabolism is slower in my late 50's), I just bought an Alli starter pack, hoping it would give me a little boost. Today is my first day to try alli, so I'm not sure what effects I may have, but I'm watching my fat intake, so hopefully, it won't be too BAD! Just wondering if anyone else is currently doing this as a bandster........

Hey ya'll, got room for another? I'm glad I found this forum & thread - the one I used to belong to just fell apart & isn't there anymore - which kinda describes how I've been feeling & doing. This month is my 2 year band anniversary. It hasn't really been a failure, but it sure isn't where I thought I would be. Starting at 275, have been down to 195, but sitting around 206 right now. There's this 10 pounds that I just seem to play with for the last Year. I've had probably 7 -8 fills, and about 3 unfills. It seems like I've reached the point where I still need fills, but don't handle them well between my allergies (mucus) and not chewing & eating properly. I could really use some encouragement & support to get back on track & could really relate to alot of your posts.

Maybe it's just me, but I would think the nutrionist would weigh me every visit - don't tell me they don't have a scale...anyway, mine did.

Wow, this sound very good! Just copied it & added it to my recipe file. Thanks for sharing - especially the caloric breakdown. June

Hello there & congrats on being here! This means you've made a big decision about your life, not just your weight. There's tons of info on this site, so spend a little time looking thru here and you will learn alot. Keep us posted on your journey.

No, I haven't been there yet, but I'll send up a prayer for you right now, because I can only imagine how tough that is...and in about 6-10 weeks, I'll probably be in the same spot. In the meantime, I'm waiting on 6 months to be up.

Christasha, you look great! Keep up the good work! Enjoy what you've done - you've earned it!

ruby, michelle, bysmom - congrats to all of you! hoping all pain goes away quickly on your road to recovery!

Hi, I'm interested in meeting up too - sounds like an idea worth trying!

I could really use the support, encouragement, companionship & motivation of a workout friend. In turn, I will be the same supportive friend to you!:tt1: Haven't joined a gym yet, but will probably join the YMCA before the month is up - Pay the Day is going on. But I know how I am...I am bad about going to exercise and classes, when I don't know anyone. Anyone interested in having a buddy in Arlington? :frown:

I'm still in my 6 months waiting period for insurance, with 3 almost 4 months down, 6months up in April. So hopefully, I will have surgery in April or May. The surgery center I'm going to has Dr's Carter, Marsden, Snow, Smith and I think I'm leaving someone out...I have not met any of them yet. As it happened, I went to a mini seminar without any of the doctors present, so I can choose any of them I want. I've been thinking I would attend one that they are giving, just so I could 'see' them and form an impression. I have heard good things about all of them. For some reason, I am really leaning towards Dr Marsden, maybe because he had performed the most lapband surgeries of this group. Reading the forum on this website, all of those doctors I mentioned have good reviews from patients - and their staff. Lord knows that's important! So far, there has only been one staff person that I don't like to see when I go during this pre-surgery, pre-diet phase. But if I ask to see someone else, they always cheerfully get someone else to see me. Don't know if this helps peachy, but hope so! When do you think you will have surgery?

thanks christa - i think i got it!

hi, I don't have direct experience...my sister-in-law & hair dresser used him & both think he is the greatest. My hair dressers surgery was at the hospital in Arlington on I20 & my sister-in-law's was in Hurst at the surgery center. On the other hand, my family doctor does not want me to use him...so I am choosing someone else. Go figure. Don't know if this helps!

no pic is showing! I'm still trying to figure stuff out too. can someone tell me how to get a ticker? guess that's on another part..? jljeje

I'm so glad you gals brought up the wrinkles discussion. It's definitley been on my mind as well. The fat does hide the wrinkles. Having always been told that I don't look my age, just turned 56, and that I don't have any lines or wrinkles, I'm figuring that's all gonna change. Of course, seeing my waistline would be nice too - and tieing my tennies while breathing... Yes, I know you can't have it all, but it doesn't stop me from wanting it! jljeje