So I have decided to name my band "Brandi". Her and I have been getting along for the most part. She thinks she is the boss and is VERY vocal about it all day long. She did this great little magic trick this week in making 13 lbs disappear from my scale. I am not sure if this is a good amount for one week (too high or too low) but needless to say, I am listening to her and giving Brandi only the Clear liquids that is required. I am pretty much hating broth now but know that mush like food is coming soon.

I have also discovered that I am stronger than I thought I was with this whole will power and determination. I have gone to restaurants this week (only ordered clear Soup and drank only the broth. Hated to waste food but it had to be done) and I went food shopping for my family as well with all those lovely smells of pizza, fresh baked bread, and other wonderful smells that made Brandi scream! I have learned to walk around with a bottle of Isopure to keep her quiet when I am in situations like that.

Last night I was extremely dizzy and not sure why this occurred so this will be a conversation on my Wednesday follow up meeting. Curious in knowing what to expect for my 1st check up? If you are reading this, please share your experience. I have my grouchy moments just because hunger sets in. I am looking forward to not having that feeling or at least lessening that feeling once fills begin.

Only my immediate family members know I did this surgery (5 people) because I didn't want my family and friends to think I took the "easy" way out. Well, I couldn't be more wrong! This is NOT the easy way out but rather a HUGE committment to a lifestyle change that you can just fall off today and redo on Monday. I am concerned about stiches popping, liquids passing through, getting enough protein/water, and etc. It is a life changing moment which is NOT easy by any means. To all my fellow LapBanders out there....we are a unique group of people who are strong enough and dedicated enough to our well being that we have the inner strength to make changes so we can thrive and be happy from within!

So I begin week 2 with Brandi and feel better than I a week ago. Still hungry. Getting my stamina back slowly and looking forward to another magic trick by Brandi soon.....

your doing great! I never thought of naming my band that's a cute idea. I have a question, how do you get that graphic at the bottom of your post that shows your progress?

Sounds like you are doing awesome!! I agree......"the easy way...my a*%." This takes work, recovery, and sheer determination.

Although I am insulted by being called bossy an screaming. I totaly admire your determination an desire.

Keep up the good work

Lol

Signed

Brandi

(My real name)

your doing great! I never thought of naming my band that's a cute idea. I have a question, how do you get that graphic at the bottom of your post that shows your progress?

If you go to your profile (right upper hand corner), click on "your tickers" and create a ticker there. Everytime you lose weight, you edit it. It's simple, really! Good luck to you!

Marci

Love this post! you are doing great!! Congrats