Oh, I'm so excited in my new-found confidence and I just have to share with my bandster folk.

I have been with a guy for 7 years, on and off because I love him dearly and thought of him as my best friend and my future, in spite of his problems and the imperfect things in our relationship. We've been through a lot together and I used to think it just made us stronger as a couple. But I still had so many doubts and uncertainties -- though I never followed through with really, fully, FINALLY breaking up with him. Part of it (probably bigger than I realize!) was that I didn't think I could really find someone to love me after him, so I always took him back, even with what I suspected were great betrayals.

Tonight I've discovered that the awful things I suspected for years were actually true. I ended it, FOR GOOD.

I think the new lap-band confidence I have, the renewed self-esteem, the renewed love I have for myself and my life helped me tremendously.

Tonight I type this with my heart full of gratitude that I have had enough of a life change to END it FOR GOOD.

Thank you, lap-band! THANK YOU! In addition to my 24 pounds lost, you've helped me to lose 190 pounds in the blink of an eye! I love you!

Congratulations on moving on from a bad relationship and the weight loss. Good luck.

Woot! Woot !

That is SOOO awesome! Congrats :-)

A lousy boyfriend is the best weight you'll ever lose.

It's good to make healthy choices in every part of your life. Best of luck!!

Im so happy for you. On to better things ! Keep up the great work!

Thanks so much for the support! :-) I'm sticking to my guns this time.

A lousy boyfriend is the best weight you'll ever lose.

That is hilarious, bella71! Love it!

Good for you! Positive changes are a-comin!