kimberlyann2009

Hi there. I am in NC Ohio too. I could sure use some support. Was abanded one year ago TODAY actually. Maybe we could get togther and share some ideas... K~

Good Luck to you too. I know it is so frustrating. But I feel like the 33 pounds gone won't come back, like they always have...so thats a good thing. My hardest thing is to just STOP eating...lol The food is so good, I want more even when I am uncomfortable. My restriction is still a mystery...some days its like nothing, and other days it is very restricted. Its hard not to compare ourselves to others...but keep up the good fight and stay in there....this thing is for life! How much did you weigh before? I think that has alot to do with it. The heavier you are originally, the slower it will come off. Take care and keep ion touch. Kimberly

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:smile::thumbup::thumbup:

That is wonderful. Congratulations!!!!

Hey you....How can you say ONLY 70 pounds...OMG!! That is GREAT! Please don't be discouraged! You are an inspiration to me... Kimberly

Hi there Dee.. When you going to Chicago? I would love to go. Jody is pregnant...you are all loosing so much!! This is exciting. I think I can..I think I can..I think I can...lol

Hi again all...Like some of you, I have not been on here in forever.. :smile: One year is upon us and thought I would see how you are all doing. I have not lost the weight I hoped to, and the restriction in my band is all over the place, some days it feels tight and other days, nothing. I am 33 pounds down, and have not lost much the past 4 months. I think I have learned to eat "around" the band. Still can not manage to eat without drinking water...so..I have to get back to basics..and log on here and "keep the faith" Congrats to all of you who are loosing.. Kimberly

Anita, I am so sorry to hear about your gall bladder issues and surgery. I see this is becoming somewhat common with us bandsters. It scares me abit, the other day I had an episode of pain and nausea and when I was telling my daughter about it (an RN) she says...sounds like gall bladder. Gosh, I sure hope not. Can any of you who had problems tell me more about your symptoms, and what I can do do help prevent any issues with this? Love to all. K~

I have lost 30 pounds at the six month mark, which is about half of what I want to loose. It is slow, but I am happy with it. This is for life...ya know? Good Luck. K~

I am going to Florida at the end of April, with my hubby, my best friend and her hubby. My best friend is thin...and always has been. We went shopping together the other day and I am only one size up from her. WOW--I always felt she was so much smaller than me. I still feel like I am way bigger than her... Funny how we see ourselves. I am so looking forward to this vacation. I need some beach time. Hope I can maintain the weight while on vacation. Everyone is looking so great. Dee, I want to see some Hawaii pics. I was there back in 1982. I would LOVE to get back there. Love to all- K~

I went to TJ Mexico for my lap band back in September. It was a great experiance. No problems at all. I will say..it was one heck of a weekend! I went with a group and hostess company-Laurie was our escort. She was great. Her site is Lapband Mexico $6400 for Lap Band Surgery Change Your Life! It was nice to have someone with us that had been there before and knew how to get around, where to go..etc. It was all very hassle free and smooth. My husband went with me and stayed right in the clinic the first night with me, the second at a beautiful hotel. Totally different than surgery in the states. Way less expensive and very very competent care. People at the clinic were nice and efficient. The place was very clean. I would do it again in a heartbeat. If you want to talk more, just message me. Kimberly

How about some 6 months pics ya'all????

6 months---wow where does the time go. I am 32 pounds down, but like some of you, I am not doing everything I can to "work the band"...but ya know, after a lifetime (it seems) of "dieting...watching what I eat...etc" I am tired of it. LOL But the weight is coming off, slowly...but it is! I have only had two fills, and am not at the proper restriction, but I keep putting off getting another one...I KNOW I could do more...but I kinda like the fact that I don't have to do alot of WORK.. Hmmm...maybe I do need to re-evaluate this I would love a meet and greet...keeping you all in my thoughts.. Love to you all KImberly

Coloradomom, Sorry to hear about your surgery and new scars. Too bad they couldn't go on top of the existing ones. My big cut from the lapband was stitched...and it is still VERY ugly. The stitch marks are worse than the incision itself. Where in Mexico do you go for Spring Break. I would LOVE to get away somewhere warm, and its just not that warm in Florida right now. I saw an all inclusive, adults only resort in Cozumel. I think it was a Wyndham. That sounds wonderful. But I have never been to Mexico on vacation, only for day trips a few times and my lapband surgery. Take care all. Kimberly