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Thanks everyone, for the bike information. :smile:

Thanks for the PS surgery information. Now I am interested in the KMart adventure but probably not on this website. Get some rest and thanks again. :smile:

Hi, Was your surgery painful and did you have an inpatient stay or was it an outpatient surgery? Sorry if I am coming into the middle of the conversation and you have already answered these questions?

Anyone have any suggestions regarding what bicycle is the best? :tongue2:

Congratulations Phyl! That is quite an accomplishment after lots of hard work. Sounds like you have been blessed with a gem of a physical therapist.

Hi Ann, I am 58 years old, had my lap band surgery on 12-18-08 and have lost 45 lbs without any weight gained back. I have lost very slowly, I am sure because of my age and that I have learned how to work around my band but I can sincerely tell you that I would have the surgery many times over because of Dr. Francis, Orange Coast Memorial Hospital and Staff and the results I have had with the band. Most people lose faster than me but that is because they follow the diet and exercise plan exactly and I admittedly do not.:tt1:

This is so weird. I was banded 12-17-08 and have also lost 43 lbs. Make me feel like I am not alone and that we have more loss to look forward to. Thanks for your post.

NormaRae - your input is just as important as those who follow the program to the "T". We need to hear from both sides. Thank you

Karen, Congratulations! This is an incredible accomplishment!

Phyllser, Thanks for the update and I am so glad you are having fun!

You know what? That is the biggest benefit about the band - it does not allow you to go totally crazy on a food binge. So at least, for me, even when I have eaten badly, I know it will not take much to get back on track. :thumbup:

My surgery date was 12/17/08 and the hardest thing for me is staying away from sugar. I have become an expert at working around the band but now I am learning how to stop that destructive behavior and take advantage of working with the band.:thumbup:

Hi Everyone, Down 35 1/2 lbs. as of this am. Hope everyone is doing well!

:wub: down another lb. today! Thank you Phyllser and Laura. words to live by - GET ALL OF THE SUGARY FOODS OUT OF THE HOUSE!!!!!

Hi Laura, I am discouraged too but mostly because of my own doings. I was banded 12/17 and have only lost 32 lbs. I have very cleverly learned how to manipulate the band by eating sugary things because if I eat protein, I get full too quickly..... duh. I also find myself eating more than 3 times a day, another no, no. The last couple of days I have held myself in check and I can feel I have lost some. I will weigh in the morning and see for sure. I think documenting everything you eat daily is a big help. The band works if you follow the dietary and exercise guidelines but those of us that are older will lose more slowly. I also follow the "before and after photos" on this website and a 26 year old has lost 200 lbs in less than a year....amazing. Anyway I know why I am not as successful as others in our 60+ group.

Hi Joann, Congratulations on your new grandson. The new picture is great! You are having a much more international spring/summer than me. You are right I don't need the sugar sabatoge. I have done better the last few days. Thank you Joann

Hi Everyone, Haven't had too many posts lately. Are we all enjoying the beginning of summer? I just got past my birthday and a friend visiting from Lewiston, Idaho, so I need to get serious about watching my sugar, again. If it just weren't for my addiction to sugar, I swear, I would weigh 125, haha! Anyway, I miss hearing what is going on with everyone. Hope all is well.

Doddie, I received your e-mail and responded. Thanks

Hey Doddie, Thanks so much for your reply. It does absolutely no good to dwell on the past. Wish me luck! I will keep you updated. One more thing - what do you do when you get hungry a couple of hours after dinner? Do you eat something or just have a cup of tea? I would love to hear any suggestions. I think that is where one of my problems lies. Thanks again!:wink2:

Hello Everyone, I haven't gained any weight but I certainly have not lost any. surgery was 12-17-2008 and I have lost 26 lbs. My fault but feels good to confess. Hope you are all well and looking forward to the summer.

Back from doc. She said the trouble I am experiencing is either because I am not chewing well enough, regardless of how well I think I am chewing or that I am not drinking enough water. I told her I am drinking the 64 ozs but that I do take an antihistamine and she said that might mean I have to drink more than 64 ozs. I am going to chew even more than I have been and drink more than 64 ozs a day when taking my antihistamine. She did give me a 1cc fill which puts me at 7cc's in my Realize Band. Thank you all for your input and support. I will keep you updated. Phyl, Have fun RV'ing!

Phyl, How could it be because of a tight fill if the food never gets to the lapband site?

nrpnrp, I am just naturally a very stressed person, so, yes it could be stress, but it has been happening for over a month.

Phyl. Thank you so so much! You always make me feel like I am not alone and not insane, which really helps. I am going to try the warm beverage idea and talk with my doc about this tomorrow. I will let you know what she says and again, thank you and I love your new picture.

Hi Everyone, I need your input on an issue I have run into lately. When I start eating I take small bites, I chew chew chew and wait at least 5 minutes or more between bites but, I am having trouble with my first 1 to 3 bites getting stuck in my chest, causing me pain and sometimes the only way out of it is to vomit. I have not had this issue in the past and once the clog moves down or I bring it up, I can go on and eat my meal. It is not because I have overeaten when this happens. I would really appreciate any suggestions. I have an appt with my lapband surgeon on Thursday. Thank you all. I can see everyone is doing extremely well and I congratulate you all on your successes and tenacity. :smile: