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Way to go! I am also 8 weeks past surgery. I have loss 33 lbs. I am so happy for you. I think so many women put themselves in the same position. We put everyone else first. I am proud of you for putting yourself first. Keep working hard and enjoy the journey!

You go girl! That is wonderful when you can walk with a lighter step and a happier heart! You are also a true motivator to so many!

Yeah! Good luck to you. Your journey is just beginning. I hope your experience is as positve as mine.

Good luck to both of you as you continue on your lapband journey! I am 2 months out and absolutely love it! I wish both of you the same happiness I feel as you go down your "bandster" road!

That attitude will get you far with your lapband! Keep up posted!

I too had a C section 11 year agao and I am still numb after that surgery. There has been a slight feeling return in a little bit of the area. However, most of it is still numb.

Best of luck to you! Take care as you travel on this journey with your lapband!

I love #1. It is cute yet can be sophisticated.

Oh, my can I relate! Right before my surgery I had to fly home on a Southwest Flight. My board pass was one of the last one. Needless to say there were no isle or window seat, full flight and I had to find 2 people to sit between! Uggghhhhh....you know that everyone was probably hoping that I didn't sit with them. I picked 2 super thin peoples to sit between. Good news...they were very nice people who didn't make me feel bad. I already took care of that myself. I also want to ride a roller coaster with my kids, and sit in a stadium without the seat squeezing the ----out of me.

I am right there with you at 2 months today. My weight loss is very close to your loss at 32 lbs. Keep on working hard! It will come off.

My family already knows how much work it is....and I told my husband...don't let anyone tell me how easy this is.. Like you, I must exercise everyday and watch what I eat. It is a tool but not the end all. We do put in a lot of effort. But it sure is worth it!

Good luck on your next fill. I know once you start to feel the restriction, it is very helpful!

That is such a wonderful feeling. I can't wait until I can try a roller coaster again. The last time the attendent had to help me adjust the bar and my tummy. I was mortified and swore I would never ride again. However, we know they say...never say never! Best wishes for your daughter and her wedding!

I have been there! I find that if I sit at the table, I do much better. I have gotten "stuck" twice. Both times I was eating in the living room. Now I eat at the table! You are doing great with your weight loss!

I felt like that a lot right after my surgery and before I had my first fill. I kept wanting the weight to drop off so quickly. Then, I developed an attitude like you. I will take even a small amount of weight loss. I walk...walk...walk! Keep up the positive attitude. It will help you go far on this journey.

I was so excited yesterday that the scale finally budged past the last .2 pounds to make my official weight loss pass the 30 lbs. In fact I was floored that it was 1.2 pounds for an official weight loss of 31 lbs. Then, I went for my daily walk with my 11 year old twins. As we were walking, I realized how much they open up on these walks. I found out more than you can imagine about their school day. Believe me...I ask them everyday.."How was school today?" and get the "fine" response. On our walks, I found out about a reading test they both took and the little girl who likes my little boy. He wondered if 6th grade was just too young to have a girl friend. LOL :thumbup: I treasue this time. It all started when I started this lapband journey. There are so many things beyond the weight loss that have resulted due to the band! I just beam from the inside out!

That is wonderful! Keep up the great effort. It really is a wonderful feeling to be losing weight!

Wow, that is wonderful! I know that I was so scared. (I just had my first fill last week.) I did just fine until the doctor felt the need to "show" me the needle. However, it was just a slight discomfort. Nothing at all to worry about. Best of luck. I have notice a huge difference with not getting nearly as hungry as I did before the fill.

I know exactly how you feel. I am 8 weeks out and I just can't get that .2 to go down so that I have officially lost 30 lbs. I might walk a little more tonight. Anything....just to get rid of it. You are doing great and I know exactly how you feel!

It funny how sometimes we feel like the scale is not moving because it is ounces. However, before we realize it....they have added up to pounds. I know I started at 313 and felt like I was stuck in the 290's. Now, in a very short time, I am down to 284. All of those small amounts add up! Keep on....it is fantastic to be going down instead of up!

Very nice and appreciative post! We all need to take time to slow down and take the time to be thankful for the many wonderful things in our lives. Thanks for sharing and reminding us!

You are brave to watch the procedure. I like to know what to expect. However, I am a little too much of a baby. Thanks!

Wow! That is awesome. I had my surgery on July 28. I just had my first fill this past week. It has been wonderful! I am glad that yours is going just as well. Keep up the great job!

I do a lot of self talk. Do not beat yourself up over this. Just make the decision to get refocused here and now. Make a plan for yourself and journal. Also, keep coming back to this site. You will be surrounded by people who at one time or another have experienced what you are experiencing. The main thing is to not to give up. Say to yourself...."Self..it is time to get back on board and really put this band to work for me." Also, put yourself first! Take the time to go to the store to get the lean proteins and plan out your days. You will be more successful. When you want something that you know really isn't that great for you...allow yourself 1 or 2 small bites to get the taste and move on. Just walk a little further that day. I wish you lots of luck!

That is awesome! I am hopeful that I could be down 50 lbs in 4 months. Keep up the great job!