Linda**
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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Good Morning L.Vine, Here is one vote for the best thing I have ever done for myself! It was a very difficult dicission for me because I am "self pay." This is my story: I saw an old friend and could not believe it was really her.We had worked together and often talked about our struggle with our weight. She was 100 pound lighter than a year before. I went home and told my Husband about her.I left it at that knowing we could not afford it. A couple weeks later my Husband saw an ad on TV about the surgery.He looked at me and asked if that was what I wanted to do. Of course ,I said YES ,as soon as we win the lottery. He came over to me and said," if this surgery only gives me one more day with you it is worth it." I did my homework and was banded Dec12, 2007. I am down 110 pounds and feel like I am 25 ( I am really 48.)My Mom is super obese and very sick because of it. I saw myself following her to the sad place. It has been difficult at times, but I am very happy I did it. Now when I win that lottery I have a couple people picked out to gift them a band. I wish you the very best. It really is a wonderful journey. I have posted pictures if you would like to take a look. Please stay in touch!!!
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Oh ...You really shouldn't feel that way! You are winning the battle. Life is about the big picture. You are going through a lot right now so don't be so hard on your self! Hug your babies and yourself, put a smile on everyday and all the pieces will come together! Thinking of you and sending good wishes your way!
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Good Morning Christasha,
Thank you for replying. You look wonderful.I love your smile! It is contagious! You could use some more pictuers though! Time to show off Girl!! Please stay in touch!
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Have ALL the Dec 2007 bandsters disappeared????
Linda** replied to christasha's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hello Dec 2007 bandsters, I just found this web site. I sure wish I would have known about it 14 months ago. It is so wonderful to hear how others are doing with their bands. I am proud of every single one of you! Please add me to you 2 year anniversary celebration. I was banded Dec 12, 2007. I have lost 110 pounds and have a new life! Nothing could have prepared me for such success. I didn't think there was anything that would work for me! I am so grateful! -
About exercise..I hate it. I always have.But, I plug in my mp3 player and power walk 30 minutes 5 days a week. I take my lab with me so he can run around too. If the weather is nasty I hop on the treadmill. It gives me a better workout then walking the pasture. I look at it as exercising my heart not me! LOL!! I am very excited for you! You hang in there! Your life is about to change! Stay in touch!!
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Hello Margotoner, Congratulations on your surgery. I was also banded by Dr. Fox and adore him and his staff. I was really sore for about 5 days and then was able to finally walk without holding my tummy. Give yourself some time. Don't forget it is real surgery and there is healing to be done. Good luck on your journey and please stay in touch. I had surgery 14 months ago and have lost 110 pounds. I am a new woman! You will be too!
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Thank you for all the nice comments! I really do feel fabulous and wish you all the best in your journey!
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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Thank you shart4! It is wonderful to be out of that "fat suit!" I wish you the very best in your journey! Have you been banded yet? Please stay in touch!
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Hello Hunters Mom,
Thank you for the nice comments.I tried to follow all my doctors advice. I walk 30 minutes a day, drank 2 protein drinks per day (1 now), Ate only 1/4 cup of food at a setting, which makes me feel full and take my vitamins and calcium. I am thrilled to have myself back again. I congratulate you for doing this for your self! It is not always easy, but it is so worth it ! This will be a wonderful journey for you! Just keep smiling and know this time you will win the battle! Please stay in touch! I would love knowing how you are doing along the way. When is your surgery planned?
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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My Journey before, during and almost done!
Linda** added images to a gallery album in Member Photo Gallery
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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From the album: My Journey before, during and almost done!
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You sound alot like me before being banded.I had tried and failed soooo many times that I was afraid to tell people that I was getting banded. I was worried what some would say if I failed AGAIN after spending so much money on myself. I am here to tell you it works! Remember it is a "tool." You must use it right for it to work , but if you do it is wonderful! It is not easy to get used to the small portions I use a cup saucer for a dinner plate and still dish up more than I can eat. My family calls me a cheap date. HA Ha!! I am 47, was banded 14 months ago and have lost 110 pounds! Everything is easier from tying my shoes to giving the dog a bath! I am so greatful for this procedure! It has changed my life! You should see the looks I get from people that haven't seen me for awhile! Start smiling :eek: you are preparing to change your life!!
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I also had chest pain after eating. I now recognize it as being overful. Try eating slower and chewing better. Doing this allowed me to tune in to my body and realize that I have had enough to eat before I get to that point of having chest pain. I was banded 14 months ago and have lost 110 pounds. 20pounds left to go! I wish you the very best in your journey!
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two weeks out.....need help
Linda** replied to wenderomeo's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Wendy, Hang in there Girl. It will be much easier to control your hunger after you are banded and get it filled. I feel full after only 4 or 5 bites now. I had my surgery 14 months ago and have lost 110 pound!! I have always had a big weight problem and a big appitite to go with it! This band has given me a new life! No regrets here! -
Hello,
I had my lap band surgery on Dec.12,2007 (14 months ago) I have lost 110 pounds! This was the best thing I have ever done for myself. I feel so much healthier. Everything is easier to do ...from tieing my shoes to scrubbing the tub! I love shopping for the first time in my life and love the looks I get from people that have not see me since the surgery. I know this was the right decission for me!