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OMG Restlessmonkey, that was the best thing I have heard all day...all week...all month LOL

Jdelaere I have a 4cc band and Im at 4cc's as of my last fill. I did not realize how close I was to being completely filled so I asked them. They said that this was what they had filled my band to but you can usually get more into it. At this point I don't know if I will need it or not. I have not been able to eat alot so I might be at my sweet spot. I still have ALOT of problems eating too fast, I can't get myself to slow down as much as I need. I still do alot of PB when I don't slow down. I started to loose a few more lbs so hopefully my plateau will be broken. I have a designated set of drawers for all of my clothes that are too big. I just took a bunch out a couple weeks ago and I need to go thru them again. First it was the pants that were getting so large and now all of my tops are too big. Luckily I have enough clothes to get me by until I hit a size 12 then I will have to start buying some. Good luck to you. PS Greg where are you??

Hah I have it now, catch me if you can!!!

Mine is really easy....I got my band in March I will be turning 50 next January so that is my goal to have all of my weight off my then. I'm a little over half way!!

Okay Sillygoose, we need to brainstorm and get some guidelines for getting another jump start on our weight loss. I feel like I have been at this weight way to long but not sure what else I can do except excersize which I can't do because of the heat right now. How many fills have you had?? I have had 5 and my band is at capacity with 4cc's. My fill center said that they will try to do one more fill if needed under floro to try and get me just a little more restriction. Maybe you just need a fill?? Keep me posted, I care!! Bernadette

Derek I don't want to jump all over you and tell you that you are doing things wrong but......chilli one week out????? And your Dr said it was okay??? It is very important to follow the liquid died for the sake of your band. This could cause all sorts of problems. Please think before you eat. The Protein shakes can be made to taste better just get some new ideas for them. It is tought to stay on liquids but it is worth it in the long run. Come on you can do it!!!!! Bernadette

Hi Sillygoose Im so glad that you checked in, I was worried about you. You said that your weight loss is slow, I don't think 42lbs is slow! I'm still sitting at 35-37lbs and just can't seem to get past that. It has been so hot here that I have not been getting any walks in. I feel like I have been at the same weight for awhile but my clothes are loose so Im still losing inches. Hi Laweezmi Nice to see you checking in too, you did not list your weight loss so I don't know if you are going slow or not. I have to say that I have been way slower than I thought I would be, but I'm VERY happy with where I'm at. Everyone keep up the good work, maybe we should all try to get some before and during pictures posted. I think that would help us to see how far we have come. Bernadette

Aimtowin So glad that you posted I worry about the "kids" when they don't check in..LOL. It sounds like you have had a very tough time!! I feel so sorry for all that you went thru. Is it going better now? I see that you are doing VERY well on your weight loss, keep it up! Thanks for checkin in and come back to post more often. Bernadette

Okay where is Silly Goose, I thought she would check in by now. Come out come out where ever you are!!!

Well I have a 4cc band and Im at 4cc, I really don't know if this is it or not. I just had my 5th fill last Thursday and I usually can't eat much or keep much down, but then other times I can eat a little more than I think I should be able to. My fill center said that if this does not do it they will do a fill under floro because there is usually more room than you think. I wish I really knew what the "sweet spot" felt like, I don't know if this is it or not. Any suggestions are welcome Bernadette

Hey Jdelaere So glad to see that you posted again, I have been worried about all of us Lucky Losers. Looks like you are doing VERY well, 50lbs that's great!!! Happy 25th anniversary, that is such a milestone these days, you should be very proud of yourself. Keep posting I love to see how everyone is doing!! Bernadette

Vmills Im so sorry that you are having problems with your band, and that they were not able to fix it when you went back to Mexico. Maybe you should talk to your original Dr and outline all of the problems and expense you have been thru. Maybe they could just put a new band in? I have no idea if they would consider that but it would be worth a try. I was banded in Mexico just this last March, I hope I don't have problems because I really can't afford to spend alot of extra money. Keep us posted as to what you decide to do. We care! Bernadett

Calling all March 16thers!!!!! Okay there are still a lot of you that have not checked in, and I would really like to hear from you!!!! Where are Silly Goose, Aimtowin, Jedelaere, Purplekat, Peascorps, Laplady09, Ready4anewlife, Falishaiscooler, Hotmama24, Sara Coble, Laweezmi. Come on girls and guys!!!!! Check in we would like to hear how you are doing!

Greg I know exacatly how you feel I have been stuck so many times. It usually happens when I eat too fast. I hate that feeling, it hurts. Oh I forgot to add that I have went down 2 sizes and have packed them up to giveaway. I started in an 18 and I can wear most 14's now. It feels so good!!

Hi MOBO You are doing great too, people lose at different paces so don't get down on yourself. How many fills have you had? I have had 5 I go to a fill center because I was banded in Mexico. The center I go to encourages you to get fills as quickly as you can. They say why have the band if you are not willing to make it work. I agree that you will get more info here than you do from your Dr, they give you the background and you have to do "trials" to see what works for you. I think I have finally hit my sweet spot, after my last fill Iam only able to eat a very small amount at one sitting. I truly feel full after about 5 or 6 bites, I think I will like it this way. Oh I do agree with you about chips going down good, before this last fill I could eat tons of chips and never PB or feel full. Keep up the good work! Bernadette

I have been on a cruise and BOY do they have great food!!! If I were you I would go on the cruise and have fun, don't stress out about the food or the weight. If you swim or gets walking in everyday it will counter act the food you are eating. The best thing would be to get in the pool and do some laps, or just jump up and down and fan your arms in the Water that takes a lot of effort and will burn more calories. I used to teach swimming lessons so if I sound like an infomercial sorry!! Just have a great time, one week in your life will not ruin everything you have done up till then. Bernadette

Greg WOW what a wonderful post!! Im so happy for you in your weight loss journey. It sounds like you are working well with the band. I have had a few tough times but for the most part it has been good. I feel so much better about myself and how I look. The hardest part for me is eating slow and small bites, Im trying soo hard to be good. Good job Greg!! Bernadette

Hey Greg so good to hear from you!! I hope all of the rest of them chime in too. I have missed our little group and its members! How have you been?? Did you get to the sweet spot yet? I hope this does it for me, I would like to know how it feels to have good restriction. How is your weight loss? are you still losing as fast as you were? Good to hear from you! Bernadette:cool2:

To be able to buy clothes in a regular size not 16 or above! Being able to walk up a flight of stairs and not be out of breath. To sit in the same room as hubbys 3 sisters and not feel like a FAT cow!!! They are all skiny size 4-6. Same with me I could go on and on!

Hey where are all of the March 16thers!!!!! I have not seen any of you post lately, I hope all is well! I just thought I would check in and fill everyone in on my journey. I have nor done well in the last month. I went in yesterday for my 5th fill and maybe my last. I have 4cc in my band and that is what it holds. I was told at the fill center that if this did not do it they will fill me under floro next week to see if they can get a little more in there. I have not tried to eat yet so I don't know if Im at my sweet spot or not, I sure hope so. Iam at 35lbs which is okay but not where I thought I would be by now. I also have to confess that exersize has not been a top priority for me. Everyone get on here and give us an update!!! Bernadette

I need to have mine sized too because they are flopping all over my finger, I would be sick if I lost my diamond Hubby surprised my last year with a 1 1/2 ct. I still have 35-40lbs to go and then I will size them. Bernadette

Kev Welcome to Lap band talk, you will find a whole new world of information here. There are alot of very informative people here too. I was banded in Mexico in March and have had a great experience. Im down 33 lbs and feel so much better. I still have about 40lbs to go but Im taking it slow, I want it to stay off for good. Keep us posted, we care Bernadette

WOW I'm so sorry to read about all of the people who have been molested, it is a horrible way for a child to grow up. I wish I could reach out and give all of you a big hug :eek: Now back to MJ, I will always remember his songs, I grew up with his music and it brings back many memories. I don't know about his personal life I was not there, I would venture to guess that he probably was guilty of some of the things he was charged with. For his music I will always have a soft spot in my heart when I hear one of his songs!! Bernadette

1disney I understand what you are saying, when I drink it feels like I have taken in a huge air bubble. I had my 4th fill last week and usually for a week after I have trouble keeping anything down. I don't know how to not get air either maybe we are unique??? I bet someone else will come in and tell us what to do. Good luck, Bernadette

Iris Congrats on your new band and your "journey" that you have started. I was banded in March and have had a very good experience so far. I wish you luck and happy losing!! Bernadette