LoseIt!

Hey girl! I didn't post anything for a couple of days because my mom taught me that if you didn't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all. I have been in a lot of pain from the gas, but today the light is here and I'm going to make it!

Dr. Smith and staff were awesome! You will love them. He did say that my surgery went super well because I had done well on the pre op diet, so hang there and it will be worth it.

I will blog later today on my recent experiences. Talk to you soon.

I am definitely adjusting. So far so good!

Good luck with your surgery!! If you want to get together Thursday night, let me know. Either way, I will be sending you good mojo.

I had a crazy weekend so I wasn't on the site at all. I am doing okay on the preop...had a bit of a smoothie meltdown this weekend, but I'm okay now. Once I finish out today, I only have to do tomorrow.

I am getting my surgery done in there Hurst surgery center on Wednesday. I live quite close to it so I will get to go home right after.

Let me know where you are staying and maybe we can meet up for "dinner" or coffee nearby when you are here.

The Lap Band Support Group I attend is a great one. I look forward to it every month and it is always a source of inspiration. The next one is on Monday, May 10th. They are held at the surgery center across the street from the Wal-Mart on Precinct Line Rd. between Hwy 26 & 183.

I thought I would not need any support. Ha! I'm a dork. I went to see what it was all about a few months before my surgery and haven't missed one since.

::throwing motivation:: I think if you are out here, you are in a way soliciting advice, so giving/getting it make sense. My blog today was targeted to the "real world". Ha!!

Amen, girl!

August 10th will be here before you know it. Good luck!!

Aw, thanks! I do feel great. Each day is hard, but it is also easier, you know? It is so good to have each other to go through it together.

Day 8 seems like yesterday! The time will pass for you in no time. Good luck!!

Ezzie, I saw your post on my blog asking about my banding. I actually just got banded on 1/27/10, so I'm only a month out. Things are going great so far. I have lost right around 20 lbs and my first fill is on Friday. Sounds like you are considering the band? Good luck on your journey. You will find TONS of good information & support on this site.

Glad to hear it! I'm moving forward slowly but surely. At least in the right direction. I have my 2nd fill on the 22nd, so I'm sure that will help! Keep it up!!

Good luck and keep me posted!

Hee hee! I did have a great weekend!

Helen, GA was adorable! I'm not sure where we ate, but we sat outside by a little riverside near the little bridge right downtown. I would have like to spend more time there, but maybe I will go back someday.

Hey chica! I'm not sure if you decided to get a Body Bugg, but if you are still looking at things, I just heard about ExerSpy. It sounds VERY similar and looks to be slightly cheaper. Something to check out if you are interested. ::Hugs::

Hey girl! When are you going to be down here? Is it Wednesday?

Hi girl! I was thinking about you today. Hope all is well!!

Hi girl! You asked me about the metabolism test. I went through True Results for my procedure and they offer the test for $75. I would think that many nutritionists would offer it or know where to get it as well. Sometimes insurance will pay for it, I think. Not mine though. It was pricey, but I decided that I really wanted to have the information. I will be interested to see if the Body Bugg tells me similar information!

Hi! You asked on my blog about my weight/size... I started at 285# and struggled to fit into size 22s and shirts were 20s and 3Xs. Right now I'm in that awkward lowest women's sizes/highest Misses sizes. I'm currently 217# and wearing size 16 Levis and an XL Misses shirt.

How are things going?

How did your Tuesday meeting go? Did anyone notice your change?!

Hugs to you too! Thank you for the support today. Today's post was a tough one! Sometimes I forget how much I let the judgements of my childhood control me still. I will get there though!!

I actually had to get out of my chair and walk around the office to keep from crying after reading your response to my blog post. You are so sweet! It is so helpful for me to get all of these feelings out. It is like exorcising (or should I say exercising? Ha!) all my demons.

I aggravate myself regularly. Ha! I don't know what I would do without this site and all of the valuable information and support I get. It is truly a blessing for me. Now, go do 10 pushups for crying out loud!!! Just kidding.

I can't remember the last time I had an ankle bracelet. Probably the last time I was thin(ner). Ha! Good luck getting there. It is always fun to have a goal!!