Ready to Lose

Hello to all of my fellow bandsters!! Wow it has been a long time. I am so grateful for the 'shout out' because I really need to get back on track!!! I have successfully gained back @ 25lbs. (I will need to verify that) No, the band didn't give up on me, I have just fallen into 'bad choice' mode. I will fix my banner when I can and I welcome all the help and encouragement you are willing to give. For all my friends out there........ The journey begins again!!!

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Just voted, your still ahead!! Good luck.

I have had my band about 1 1/2 years now. There has been no psoriasis related issues thus far. Good luck!

I could have written all of these messages. I was banded Feb 2007. (@ 1 1/2 years out) Lost the majority of my weight in the first 6 months. Haven't lost anything in about 8 months. Still have good amount to lose. Still have restriction. STill PB if I drink too fast, or eat something of the wrong consistency. (I PB at least 1x a week). I never had what is called 'steady loss' 1-2 lbs a week. I would do major losses --- then nothing. I have lost around 60 -65 lbs. I would LOVE to lose some more........its just not happening. All in all, I wouldn't change a thing. 60 lbs lighter feels soooo much better then 60 lbs heavier!!! Good luck to all.

Skinny: Dont be so disappointed in yourself........ it wasn't your fault that you got sick. And as far as I'm concerned your hubby is acting like a "butt", :biggrin2:. Some men, (including mine) think their helping and end up saying the most insensitive things. You can do it!! Me too!! Come on Skinny, join the journey again & restart with the '30 Rule' - chew EVERYTHING 30 TIMES - meal should take 30 minutes to eat - no drinking 30 minutes before or after meals Thats how I'm restarting Best of luck. Ready to lose We have too, we've worked too hard to get this far. I have faith in you

Brandy: 16 is my mini goal. Or shall I say my ULTIMATE goal. I have lost 70 lbs -- regained about 5lbs. So right now I am the proud dis-owner of 65 mean pounds!!!!!!!!!1 I am so grateful of my band. I was banded in Feb.2007 Just see myself slipping and dont want too!!

Leslie: Keep me posted and let me know how u r doing!!

many months now. I have changed my ticker to motivate myself!! !!:smile2: I have gotten lazy regarding band rules. Hopefully I can re-engerize myself by seeing it down in print! Maybe it will help someone else get back on the 'band-wagaon' again.

This may not be the healthy choice - but I would buy pre-made mashed potatos.

Hi, I don't know what part of N.C. you are located....but I used Dr. Voellinger. He is in Charlotte. Not sure about the $. I was one of the lucky ones (insurance covered) Good luck!!!

I have the exact same experience EVERYTIME I have a fill. As a matter of fact, if they don't get the needle in the port after a few minutes (searching for hole) I have to insist that they stop the procedure!! I try to combat it by calmly picturing myself somewhere else, singing songs in my head, etc. etc. But like I said,....... if their in there too long it invetiablly happens.......I Cannot control it. It really is quite bothersome.:eek: Crazy as it sounds, it works a little better for me if my Shoes and socks are off!!!:cool2: I know now I sound crazy!! Let me know if you find out anyway that helps you.

Good Morning!! I have been banded for over a year (Feb 5) I'm in ONEDERLAND as well, I started at 250 Currently at 183 First few months were my most rapid loss, from there on it has been terribly slow.........if I average it out...about half a pound every 2 months I'm fighting to hold on to my 183 (I've been as low as 180, for a day!!!) I have about 50 more to go... my fill is at 4.4 in a 4cc band. So I think anything I get below 180 will be excellent!!! I love my band I never could keep the weight off without it. Good luck to all my fellow 40's

Good luck with your promotion news!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm cheering for you

Debbie Thanks for the words of encouragement. I'm currently at 4.4 cc's. Each day brings something different.