lapbandbarb

So glad to have found this thread to get involved in. I relate to everyone. I gained 20 lbs back and feel like a failure and need encouragement before the scale goes up and up. Needed those guidelines to read again. Need the support. Thanks. Happy New Year.

I want to get back on track and lost the 20 lbs I gained. Back to band basics for me!!!!

But how much of a chicken dinner can us Bansters eat? I'll just take the trophy and nibble on Thanksgiving turkey!!

You? No not you! Me! I'll take the trophy and wish everyone a great weekend!!

I know I have been MIA for a while but I am BACK for my trophy, THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!

Oh, I get a t-shirt and the trophy? GREAT!!!

but i am that fast!!!!!!!!!!

My band probably slipped because I kept myself too tight, thus I lost weight very quickly which I am happy about. I got the flu and threw up because of it. That is most likely why although my Dr tells me sometimes there is no reason and I should not blame myself. Just bad luck. I am at goal now and plan on keeping myself just slightly restricted once I can start fills again.

Thanks for answering me so quick. I just noticed it has only been a month since your new band was put in. Glad you are doing so well. Congradulations on all the weight loss, too. You look great! Isn't it great that at least this time around, we only have to maintain! The reason the surgery and the recovery is easier is probably because we are in such better shape than before. Have you had your first fill yet? Are you going through "banster hell" again? I totally agree with you, I never want to have to be without my band and I will never live too tight again.

I am wondering why your band had to be replaced. My band slipped and I just came home from revision surgery yesterday.I am feeling great compared to the first time around. I asked the Dr if he could put a new band in but said that after inspection, a reposition was all that was needed. He also found a hiatal hernia which he said is common with a slip. I agree, go to Dr ASAP if you have any problems. Having a second surgery is no fun! :thumbup:

Yes, I am back for the trophy. Hand it over!

Know I've been gone a while- but the WINNER has returned!!!

I'm back, too, to take back my trophy!!!

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