momof5

Thanks so much for the compliment! I'm glad somebody else knows how I feel with a ton of kids!

So you're awaiting a surgery date?

Keep us posted and know we're there for you in spirit!!!

Carol, I know it is discouraging. I'm with you there! Seeing all the other posts who've hit 70+ makes me sick at my stomach and feel like a failure. I know I couldn't go without the band right now, that's why I'm so freaked and I know you are too!

This guy isn't the only Dr and since this isn't an emergency, if you don't like what he has to say, I'd get a second even third opinion. This is YOUR BODY you're talking about. Alot of Dr and especially their nurses are willing to discuss options with you. It may mean traveling to see a Dr but finding one you like and trust and that understands you is the most important. If this Dr isn't for banding and tries to talk you out of fixing things, I'd walk! You are living proof that it works!!! And everything has snafoos but you deal with them, learn from them and move on! You DON'T throw in the towel and give up!

Please keep me posted! I'm glad to be your personal cheerleader!!!!

Way to go on your loss! You have inspired me to keep going!!!

You have got to be my hero. I have been keeping up with you're progress since I started and am floored! I have to ask, does the food you eat make and keep you full? Or have you just gotten a good control of your eating?

Checking out what you're eating daily...does that get and keep you full? Also, how much have you lost?

I am so encouraged by your dedication. I look to your menus to see what I should be doing. Unfortunately, I had been doing good (-62 in 5 months) but had a complete unfill and gained back 10lbs. So now I am back to fills but this one is not full enough so I am still able to eat whatever I want and I have been:( So, wondering if you could give me some ideas on great snacks that will fill me up without adding the calories. I would really appreciate any insight you can give. Thanks! By the way - you look great!!!!

Thanks! Had to show it off some I'd love to see some of your pictures! You have come such a long way and I know it shows!!!