Sandy Beach

I planned my surgery last January 2008. It was not a good time for a cruise. My daughter and i went to a spa week-end we did all the girl things pedi, manacure, massage the works. I did have a last supper. Enjoy your vacation.

You will be in your Cinderella slippers in no time...

Thanks Jack...You have a way with words yourself

I have lost my own personal 100 pounds 3 times in this life. It's not easy to lose, but as we all know it is sure easy to regain to pounds back. The last time I lost my own personal 100 plus pounds and almost regained the entire 100 lbs. back. I thought I am not going to play this movie again. I did extensive research (1 month) I was in a state of mind..."This has to be the last time". I came across WLS what a concept...I don't know why I never thought of that. or maybe I did. But that couldn't mean me I only weigh 200 or 250 depending on where I was in my "weight on" or "weight off" stage. What was I thinking? It all sounded so easy. I never considered Insurance. At the time I had gained 50lbs. back so I was at the 205 mark, and I did not want to have to gain all the weight again another 50 lbs. I know it gets murkey when I ramble on. I called a patient coordinator in Mexico and set my surgery date for 01/21/08. I gathered the required cash and my daughter and we flew down to Old Mexico. The rest is history. Some people on chat room have made comments that I only have 60 lbs to lose and I don't know what it's like to have to lose lots of weight. I never defend myself I just let them blather on. Oh I have made friend on chat room and LBT. Some of the guys "get it" and understand that losing weight is a commitment and it's all relevant to each person's personal WL journey that we all struggle with. What is the contridiction? You can never tell what company you are in. I have lived many lives...I have lived the life of a slim person for many decades. I have been in the beauty business, real estate business, and my husband was in the oil business. I have lived in many states and many different countries. I have lived an International lifestyle. We had access to our own private company jet. I have gone through my depression period.(personal loss of a loved one) a time of deep dispair where I did not leave my house for many month on end. I should call it my incognito period. I did not want to see anyone or be seen by anyone. I just wanted to be a ghost. Then I have my morbid obseity period where everyday is a choice of good food or the evil choice of the dispised "sweets". Why do we crave it. It is like a drug we can go for months without even a thought of the evil sweet taste. Then one little taste and we are hooked all over again. I am the original midnight stalker...of my cupboards where the dreaded candy used to reside. I am proud of my many achievements, I am an adopted mother to a beautiful 29 yo daughter. I have been a sucessful business woman. I have a doveted supportive husband. We live in a nice home surrounded by grand vineyards with hill and mountian views. I still enjoy the company of my 92 yo mother. I am from a large family and have many friends. This past year has been both a challenge and a world of new adventures. I have had to learn how to live by the WLS rules. Not always an easy task. I have been filled, over filled, unfilled, drained, and dusted offf like an old rubber tire. But what would I do without my friend my "little rubber band"? And what would I do without my friends on LBT? Thank you eveyone for your kind support. I will be attending my daughter's wedding this April. I have ordered and will be wearing my size 8 gown. We are so greatful for the many blessing our family enjoys. Oh did I mention I was 67 yo on my last birthday. Everyone tells me I look much younger. We used to live in Hawaii hence the name "Sandy Beach" that's where I learned to surf. (as a much younger girl)

Cowgirl...You and I are in the same boat. I eat ice cream to sooth my too tight band. I know I need an unfill but I am terrifed I will gain weight. I have not lost any weight in 3 months. I exercise 4 times a week and still the scale does move.

Last year at this time I had a closet full of clothes that were to tight to wear. I had a hand full of party invations and I had about 2 outfits that still fit me. I felt like a blond Oprah @200 plus pounds I was miserable. I cried and wanted to sleep all the time. I stayed in my darkened bedroom and ate cookies and ice cream just for good measure. I started to do my research about how to start yet another diet. I came across WLS I researched everything I could get my hands on. On 1/21/08 I had my lap band surgery. I am so happy. All the big clothes are gone out of my house. My daughter is getting married in April and I just bought a mother of the bride dress size 8 thank you very much. I have a new and better life. I love to shop again. I love to be seen. I may have to have some arm and thigh surgery, but small price to pay. I never concerned myself if anyone liked or disliked my decision to have WLS. It's what has proven to be good for me. DH and DD have been very supportive.

Let's take a look at Miss Lake in 2,5 0r 10 years and see if the weight is still gone??? I bet she is back to chubby Ricky...

I went to Dr. Lopez-Corvala in january 21 2008. My BMI about 32. The Doctors in northern Calif. would not even let me make an appoitment. I knew I would be self pay so why not go to Mexico. It was a wonderful experiance no problems. I went back to Dr. Corvala for my first 2 fills now I have found Dr. McKeen in San Jose for fills and follow up. Dr. Mc Keen is very responsive and calls to check on me.

Luck me...I am a self pay $8,000. I went to Mexico to Dr. Lopez-Couvela. It's all good I'm down 55 pounds.

Hun you are young...still looking for Mom and Dad's approval. Be a big girl and take the leap into adulthood. I wish you good luck. I don't mean to be mean I just wish someone would have help me with the approval thing when I was young. I had my surgery in January and have told only my DH and DD. I was afraid I would fail. Now I don't care who knows.

I hope you don't cancel. I weighed about the same as you 215 at surgery. I had surgery in January this year. I now weigh 150 I would never have been able to lose that much on ww even if I did You always gain the weight back. Think of the BIG picture. Its a little work but you can do it. Good Luck .

Sounds like you are off to a good start. Good luck on your journey.

Downey is in southern calif..

I am so sorry you are suffering. It is obvious you need an unfill. I also have had the same problem. It's no fun. Call your Dr. first thing Monday norning.

I went to Mexico as my BMI was only 32/33 so USA doc would touch me. I guess I could have payed $15,000./$18,000. and gone to a local doc. I went to doctor Juan Antonio Lopez Corvela...$8,000. I could not be happier with my results. I went back to Mexico twice for fill. I now go to Dr. McKeen in San Jose Calif. for fills. LOVE MY BAND

How did your doc. get your parents phone number? That is just wrong. I am so sorry I know I would be mad as hell. I had my lap band surgery in January 2008, and I still havent told my Mom. Just not ready.

Thats why I keep my own council. I never have conflict with myself. You do not need aproval from Mom. My Mother does not have a clue about my band. I only told my supportive DH and DD.

Oh, Boo Boo...Hang in there just like the Kitty in the poster doing pull-ups. You are a wonderful insporation to all of us. You made me relize I need a fill. I have restricted in the am but...what made me think just a little bowl of ice cream or a small piece of Birthday cake would not do any harm. We are a group of people that need to relize we can not eat like "regular" people. We really need very little food to sustain our bodies. Thats why I love my little "RUBBER BAND" I

Yes... it's called the "Last Supper Syndrome"

I told hubby and daughter. I knew they would be supportive. I like having a little secret all to myself. Some of my friends have noticed my weight loss. I just accept their kind words. My coworkers would not say a kind word to me if it killed them. That could be a clue why I don't talk about my band.

Boobar, I wasn't being flippant in my replay to you. I really suffered being too tight. I would have had to fly back to Mexico to get an unfill. I had a four hour window in the middle of the day when I could get food down. I had to put all food in the blender, and drink juice all day because even water burned my band area. I suggested you call your surgeon and visit with him on the phone so you would not have to suffer as I did. You may need an unfill. Best wishes to you. Sandy

Boobar, You might want to call your surgeon. It sounds like you may need another adjustment. Not drinking enough water could lead to dehydration. Best of luck I had a fill just like you and I "rode it out" I lost 18 lbs before I could eat without slimming. What a trip having my little "rubber" band.

Congrats on your surgery. You will be just fine. My husband was home with me, but I really just wanted to rest. I had some gas/shoulder pain so I walked around the house ever half hour. Walking is a big help, but have your gasX strips handy. I have had many surgeries and stayed home alone. You will be fine just picture yourself getting thinner everyday.

Hi MaryRose, I just attended my daughters engagement party last Saturday afternoon. I have worn (spanks) and they work fine. I just wanted a little more support so I went for the heavy duty Macy's full body armor no problem with the band. Have a happy wedding I am sure you will look fab.

I want only positive feed back...so I do not shair my wls. My hubby and daughter know bc I knew they would support me. Why put your neck under mean people boots. I keep negetive people out of my circle. I am much happier that way and I get better results in my weight loss