blackonynx

How have you been doing? It's been a while since we chatted. My weight is still at a stand still but hopefully that will change soon. Let me hear from you. Later!

How have you been? It's been a while since we last had a chat. My weight has been the same now for 4 weeks but hopefully it will soon change. Holla back at me!!!

Hows it going? we havent talked in a while. have you been filled yet? I will be on this wednesday. kinnda getting nervous about it. but at the same time ready for it because im eating everything right now w/o restriction. I've lost 22 lbs but nobody seems to have noticed. my hubby says they have but hate to admit it to me. I can tell by my clothes. a little baggier. take care and chat back..........bye

I am sooooooo happy to hear that you are feeling so good about yourself and the band. so am I. 2nd fill huh? thats good. my doc is a little slow so I just had my 1st fill 3 days ago, and your right! it doesent feel as bad as some describe it. it didnt hurt at all. just the thought of it and seeing that needle LOL. I will soon be posting some before and after pics. when you get em, let me know if you can see a difference. I;ve lost nearly 30lbs and people are not saying anything. I didnt do it for them, I did it for myself. but it would'nt hurt to get a compliment or a word of encouragement. talk to ya later.

I know what you mean about the gas. I am still miserable and also bored. the gas pain in my BACK, LEFT SIDE, and the occassional rising in my throat is unreal. I keep telling myself that mybe it'll get better tomorrow. going shopping for a new shirt sounds good. I'll ask my hubby to take me. I am still getting tired out easily, but I must remember, It haven't been a week yet. I meant to tell you about that pic I thought I was sendind, but forgot to add it as an attachment. Ill try again later.

I too was banded in aug of 09, and I too am down only 40 pounds. I know we can do this, and yes, It is hard work. but I would still like to lose another 30lbs. mybe this time next year(if I dont give in) will be where I want to be. I have an apron fold at my lower belly and I would like to have that removed in a couple of months. the doc wants me to be at my goal weight first, so I guess it'll take a little longer to be removed. hit me back soon!!

Im glad to hear that everything went ok. sounds like you"re moving along a lot faster than I did. I was on liquids for 4 weeks and moved right into eating regular foods. Take care and we will talk soon!

It's nice to have that first week behind you. By the time you get to week 3, You'll feel your old self again. but dont over do it.

thank you for the words of encouragement. Yes, I did belong to a support group, but I cancelled out of having surgery 2 or 3 times and when I finally made up my mind to do it, they were in the process of refunding my pre-op money. The Doctor Im seeing now also have a support group, but they only meet once monthly and not weekly. The process here is moving along so quickly that I've only met with the group once, and only 4 people there. The weekly support group was much larger but the people didnt talk to you at all. This smaller group is a lot more open,freindly,and we have even exchanged phone numbers. They are very helpful. And Yes again, I do want everyone here to be my support group...Thanks!

Thanks again for the words that I really needed to hear right now. I hve been hearing good things all week long and told myself OK, now your're ready to do this. I went to the salon today and decided to mention it to my stylist "MISTAKE!". she immediatly said DON'T DO THAT! and went into detail about her cousin that is no long with us after a three month complication of a bowel blockage after gastric bypass. I told her PLEASE DON'T SAY THAT. my mind is set and I have too many medical problems that I need to try to get control of. she calmed down a minute on the topic and then later showed me a picture of her cousin. This is exactly why I dont want to tell folks untill about a month after its been done. Thanks for offering to talk when I need it.

thanks for your comment on "the haters" You are right, it is about me and trying to get healthy. Im still hoping I made the right choice. Im still on liquids and having a time with being tired,sleepy and low energy. Im only 12 days out and hoping this gets better. If I told my coworker at this point that I had the surgery, she would only make me feel worse by saying negative things. But as I get over this early stage, and I have confidence in my choice, I will tell her and flaunt it down the hall. THANKS!!

Thanks guys!

thanks, I am doing more waqlking now and my gas pains today has been very mild. I think mybe my system is catching up. I havent started to walk in the A.M. I should have been doing that earlier. Thanks!

you go girl! I will be banded in 3 weeks. Am I nervous? Yes. Am I ready to start losing? Yes. This is an inspiring comment. Thanks a lot. bigmama3974@yahoo.com you and any other banders feel free to email me and keep in touch.

you've done well. keep it up. hope to join you with my own journey in about 4 weeks. hopefully, you can give me some helpful tips.