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Congratulations! I have always enjoyed your posts and your helpful advice and motivation. I'm so happy for you!!! I wish you all the health and happiness...........

Sandy

Congratulations! I have always enjoyed your posts and your helpful advice and motivation. I'm so happy for you!!! I wish you all the health and happiness...........

Sandy

I look to the vacation as the ability to "take a break" from whatever might be stressing you. Your vacation sounds wonderful! Have a great time, relax and enjoy.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Everybody is different, but I really didn't feel a thing. I mentally prepared myself for some pain and discomfort and I didn't have any. My fill amounts are pretty agressive. I had 4.0 in the band at surgery, and they put 2.0 in the first fill. The PA had no problem finding my port, drew out the liquid that was in, added 2.0 ccs and then put it back. I didn't feel it at all. I had to drink a small cup of water in tiny sips after the fill, and I stuck to liquids for 2 days and then smushies for another couple days. I had my second fill about 4 weeks later (another 1.25 ccs) with the same experience. This was about 3 months ago and haven't had any fills since.

I felt nothing more than I have getting blood drawn. You'll do great! Keep us updated..........

Travel safe and enjoy your family! I'm "thankful" to have "met" you and have the ability to gain strength, insight and motivation through our blogs. Happy, Happy Thanksgiving and keep up the fantastic work!!!

Sandy

I love seeing your posts come up, and (of course) reading them. They always resonate with me no matter what is going on with me. I struggle to find anyone live to "talk to" about seemingly minor band issues and I've always found that I always can get information, support or a shoulder at this site. Feel good about you, and the tremendous work you do for yourself and the people around you..........

Beth, I'm with my fellow bandsters above -- your posts are always motivating, inspiring and a joy to read. I think we are all "normal" in our own way and take whatever steps necessary to make the program work well for us. We go to this site regularly for help and support, and learn how to feel good about where we are on any given day, any given weight or whatever that evil/good scale says. Enjoy your pot luck today and especially the holiday!

YOU ARE PERFECT!!! I am so happy for you with your test results and feeling so good! Hugs ::::::::

Even people very close to you can be very mean. I have a friend (maybe not so much anymore?) that focuses on baggy clothes and loose skin and has never said a nice thing. Be happy for you -- you have done FANTASTICALLY!

I wear petite sizes too (5'3). I was in Talbots the other day and almost had a meltdown when I had to try on a 16P as most of my pants now are 14s. The saleslady told me petite sizes run smaller in the hips and waist as well as length. I ran over to Macy's and validated the statement myself (LOL). And I spend 20 minutes every day trying on clothes to get ones to fit and look good. Oh well?>>>>>>>>>>>

You are doing so well! Keep up the awesome work.

Sandy

Oh I remember that. Its like your life history day by day. I never did ask why I had to do that.

Look at it as one more step on the road to a healthier you. I still have a copy of my questionnaire -- thhink I'll go back and see what's changed in my life since I completed it 7 months ago (banded almost 6). I'm sure a lot has changed!

Find a sunny place, a glass of great iced tea and go to it. Best of luck to you!!

Every second of every day. Ok, maybe not that much, but A LOT. Its hard sometimes to stop and give yourself a pat on the back for how far you've come. Think about how you feel, how your clothes fit, the compliments you get. I try (and its hard, believe me) to forget where I HAVE to go or how far I have to get there. I'm trying to live more in the moment? Best wishes to you, and big hugs!!!

Give yourself credit for going through with the surgery. Find some ways to be away from food and get some exercise -- walking, weights, spending time at Borders. Don't treat the band and a fill like it is the panacea -- find some other tools and support. No matter how great your restriction you still need to learn how, what and when to eat, and how to live healthier. A support group and a nutritionist might help? You have taken the hardest step! Be good to yourself and God bless.......

Beth, keep us posted! I'm so glad that you got in there fast -- when is your surgery?

I'm glad you connected with a long lost cousin. I hope you have a good weekend.

I was at a stall about 2-3 months ago and my ex-workout buddy (she is now a hater lol) did Atkins so I followed it. Brought me right out of the stall. I still don't eat more than about 35 g of carbs max a day. When I go above that I tend to not lose or even slighly gain weight. Corn, potatoes and crackers are basically gone from my food list.

MARW has it exactly right -- that green shirt is very quickly becoming a dress@! The changes in your face, your smile and your body are fantastic. You are such a source of support and inspiration. Welcome back! I'm glad to hear the computer issues are cleared up as well.

And check your blood pressure. It could be getting a little low? Even if you don't think that is the case, just go to WalMart and check it. Mine was 70/50 two weeks after starting the liquid diet and I had to drop off all the bp medication. I was really dizzy. Good luck!

YOU LOOK FANTASTIC! Your avatar and in your "new" dress!

What I appreciate is how you approached the whole thing and your positive attitude. I still have occasional issues with the vomiting and I've learned that spending a day or so relaxing my tummy by eating and drinking very carefully helps a lot! I'm so glad everything turned out ok!

How fantastic! I'm so proud of you and happy for you!!!

First of all, take care lifting your daughter. I don't want you to get hurt or hurt your band. The lifting out of the car seat with your legs is good just be careful. Second, you are doing fantastic with your thinking and planning so give yourself a pat on the back for that. Sounds like you have great support in family so that will help tremendously along the way. It gets easier by the day, seriously. Hope the gassy feeling goes away soon!

Congratulations! I hope you continue to feel good. The gas does get better, but walking, gas x strips and slowly drinking water helps! I remember being glad I didn't go back to work the first week after work -- I didn't have to worry about being um "gassy" at work! Feel great and take care!

I hope it goes well for you! I understand your frustration with no responses to your original blog -- I agree with the previous posts. Its hard to comment on something if you haven't had experience or any exposure to the specific item.

We all seem to have different experiences, victories and frustrations. Hopefully things go a bit smoother for you. I wish you all the best as you move forward!

OK -- my opinion. Do you want to ride with him? If you do, (sorry Nike) JUST DO IT. Enjoy the time together and what you guys are doing. Celebrate your successes and don't focus on what you THINK you will look like, focus on how awesome it is that he asked you, and you've come SO FAR.

Its probably stress eating -- you've talked yourself into feeling bad and it affects willpower.

You look fabulous! Seriously, congratulations on how much you have accomplished! Enjoy!!!

I love the pictures and the comments. I have noticed the same thing with chairs and booths. Here is a fun one -- doesn't it feel good not to have to worry about "fitting" in the booth, period?

WTG Janet! I'm glad you embraced the event and best wishes and prayers to your friend!

(I'm dancing ZUMBA and WII Fit so far -- haven't come out of my shell on that one yet!).

Hugs ::::::::::::