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It took me since August 2006 to lose 124 pounds. I want to lose 30 more. I have to say, though, that the weight loss goes much quicker when you exercise. There's a HUGE difference.

Hang in there. I didn't really feel any restriction until my third fill. I know you're anxious....been there. But remember that this process does take time.

Wow! Congrats everyone. I haven't been around in a while. I started a new job and moved into a new home. Very hectic. I've lost a total of 124 so far. Look forward to hearing, er reading (LOL) more success stories!!!

Hey everyone. Sorry I haven't been around much. We're in the middle of a move and I'm starting a new job on Monday, so life had been hectic. Today is my one year bandiversary. I'm down 107 and so happy with the results. I really feel like I'm the person I was meant to be, no longer hiding in a shell. I owe that to the band...oh, and my surgeon. Hope to be back in the swing around here soon. Best to everyone!

HI everyone. I've been so out of the loop lately. I'm sorry and hope everyone is doing well. I'm in the middle of moving AND starting a new job so I haven't had much time. (yes, I'm STILL moving, LOL!) Today is my one year bandiversary. I'm down 107 and feeling great. I got my life back. Had the courage to interview for a job and landed it! Things are looking up and I really feel the band gave me the courage to take the necessary steps. Best to you all! Hope to be back soon.

Name...............................Starting…....Current…......Goal…..........To Go losingjusme..(Christine).........293.............. 293... ..........276.................17 tann.............(Tammy)........ ...224............. 216..............212..................04 Josette.................................322....... .......322..............307.................15 RidinMyHDDream.(Carol).. .....267..............267..............256........ .........11 FaithMD............................... 312..............306.6............299........... ....7.6 Elisabethsew..(Elisabeth).. ....275....... .......275 .............265..................10 Libra..(Angela)...................... 218...........;...214..............208............ . ....6 glindab..................................286...... ........285..............275.................10 Inner_me.....(Chris).............. ..295...............295.............280........... .......15 Sorry I havent' been around for a while. Our moving has been disasterous. Our house sold and the new one isn't ready yet, so we're temporarily staying with my parents. Hope everyone is doing well. I'll try and check in more often.

Hang in there. I'm actually afraid to get on the scale this week. I won't be working out at all and I'm sure eating a lot of takeout as we're moving on Friday. I'll keep my fingers crossed that I won't gain.

I've always been afraid of accidentally swallowing gum. However, I'm addicted to Orbit's Mint Mojito. Can't help myself.

As of today, I'm 216 and 5'8". I wear a size 14 in everything except jeans. I wear a 16 in jeans.

JULY, 2007 CHALLENGE Name...............................Starting…....Current…......Goal…..........To Go losingjusme..(Christine).........293.............. 293... ..........276.................17 tann.............(Tammy)...........224............ . 224..............212.................12 Josette.................................322....... .......322..............307.................15 RidinMyHDDream.(Carol).. .....267..............267..............256........ .........11 FaithMD............................... 312..............312..............299............. ....13 Elisabethsew..(Elisabeth).. .....275....... ......275 .............265.................10 juliegeraci..............................232...... ....... 226 Inner_me.....(Chris).............. ..295..............295 Waterlily1072...(Nicole).......... 272..... ........272 Libra..(Angela)....................... 218..............216..............208............. ....8 Lapbandit……...............….... .206……….....206 First, congrats purplemonkey! Good for you!:clap2: I was on the scale yesterday...still read 218...and the scale addict in me had to get on again this morning. (actually because I ate a piece of cake for July 4th) and I'm down 2 pounds! Woo Hoo!

I was overweight but nowhere near my highest. I really think he's overwhelmed. He's said several times that he's afraid that I want to move on and experience the life I never really got to have. I tried to get him to understand that he's right. I do want to really get out and experience life now, but I want to do it with him. I don't know how this is gonna end up. I can't call a friend without getting the third degree.

Hubby and I have has some serious problems, but I'm not sure they're related to the band. The difference is I think my husband is afraid of my newfound confidence. We've started counseling but it's not looking good at the moment.

JULY, 2007 CHALLENGE Name...............................Starting…....Current…......Goal…..........To Go losingjusme..(Christine).........293.............. 293... ..........276.................17 tann.............(Tammy)...........224............ . 224..............212.................12 Josette.................................322....... .......322..............307.................15 RidinMyHDDream.(Carol).. .....267..............267..............256........ .........11 FaithMD............................... 312..............312..............299............. ....13 Elisabethsew..(Elisabeth).. .....275....... ......275 .............265.................10 juliegeraci..............................232...... ....... 226 Inner_me.....(Chris).............. ..295..............295 Waterlily1072...(Nicole).......... 272..... ........272 Libra..(Angela)....................... 218..............218..............208.................10 Lapbandit……...............….... .206……….....206 I haven't been around much...sorry. With moving and everything else, I haven't had any time for myself! Still trying to fit in my workouts though. I'm setting a goal of 10 pounds. I was really hoping to be below 200 by my bandiversary but not sure I can make it by then. It'll be close. I haven't been focusing on my diet as much as I should but it's been difficult with everything going on. The good thing is that I'm not gaining, which is what would usually happen when I'm stressed out. Good luck to everyone on the new challege!

Wow jahair...that sounds like a terrible experience, glad you're done with it. Josette....good for you!

Congrats Laura!!!! Good Luck Purplemonkey!!! Sorry, I haven't been around much...this moving stuff is for the birds!!! I'll be back soon.

Congrats Faith!

Almonds are the best for me! They fill me up and are a decent source of Protein. Have fun on your trip!

It'll be okay. I think worse than the physical pain is the mourning for your old existence. It's scarey to know that you took this step and your life will never be the same. Keep reminding yourself of the reasons that brought you to take this step, and you'll get through.

I didn't have a life for almost ten years before getting banded. NOW, I have a life. I can keep up with my son. I'm not embarrased to go out and be social. I think it depends on what you consider a life. What I had before was not a life. I realize that now.

Gee, I remember those "effects" when taking xenical! Wonder if it's the same thing! BTW, I'll pb every day for the rest of my life before I'll have an "oil spill" from taking that stuff! LOL!

July 4th Challenge Week 8 Name.............................Starting….Current…...Goal….....To Go losingjusme..(Christine)......317...........291 .............295...........-4 tann.............(Tammy)........257.......... 228............232........... ..-3 juliegeraci..........................232.......... 232..............220...........12 Josette..............................340.......... 329..............315...........14 Inner_me.....(Chris).......... ..306...........295 .............280...........15 Elisabethsew..(Elisabeth).. .281....... ...270 .............260...........9 Waterlily1072...(Nicole)...... 278..... .....272 .............252...........20 Libra..(Angela)................... 230...........218........... ..205...........13 Lapbandit……...............… .208………..206……..…..185…….....21 RidinMyHDDream.(Carol).. ..281...........270 .............256...........14 FaithMD............................ 341.5........327..............310.. ........17 Okay, so maybe I won't be making my goal for this challenge but between my brother's wedding and moving...I'm happy still seeing losses.

Sounds wonderful...and relaxing! I would have been afraid to try anything with the word "bootcamp" in it. Good for you for giving it a shot.

congrats on the surgery. Welcome to the bandwagon!

Thanks so much for the link. I'm going to give a little low carbing a try. I'll take some time to look over what I'll need in the house and hit the grocery store. Sounds like a good idea to me!

I usually excuse myself to the bathroom. If it's a public restroom, I'll flush the toilet while pbing so no one can hear me. I doesn't feel like choking to me at all. Actually, the quicker I get rid of something that's stuck, the less painful and difficult it is to pb. Sometimes I open my mouth and bend over the toilet and it sort of just falls out. Other times it needs a little help. I know all bandsters are really fearful of pbing but it really isn't that bad. Just like everything else in life, you learn to adapt.