justjenny

Hello out there in lap band world. I was searching for protein shake recipes when I happened on to this site because of a posting of some 200 shake recipes. It's great to find a group that I can relate to about my surgery. I had surgery Sept 2, 2008 with Dr. Oh (I call him Dr. Nazi) in the Seattle, WA area. In that time I have had at least 5 fills and I have lost 64 lbs. I have 62 to go to reach my personal goal. I'm wearing size 14 clothes these days - I haven't done that since High School and I'm 46 years-old. I am sometimes shocked to look in the mirror. I work out regularly with a trainer and doing cardio. I am training for my first 1/2 marathon which will take place on April 25 in Nashville, TN. This week I committed to another 1/2 Marathon at the end of June here in Seattle. I figure if I can do one, I can certainly do two. I have reached a point where I am SICK of the same old protein shakes so I went on a search to find unique recipes that will spice up the week. I am also tired of the constant gurgling that lingers in my chest every time I eat or drink something. I am seeing my doctor on Monday for my regular monthly check-up and I think we will skip a fill this time. Usually the gurgling stops when the band is a little looser, which happens as we lose the weight. It's all a matter of finding that balance. I raise my glass to all of you who have taken the step to a healthier and longer life!