Last Tuesday, the 26th, was my 1 year Anniversary..yay..DH and I were in St Thomas, what a way to celebrate! I brought me a beautiful ring for my anniversary present.

I thought I'd share a few thoughts.

Reflecting back on why I wanted the band.

I must say the main reason was my Grandmother she is 97 yrs old healthy still travels and feels good.

Fear of getting sick

Tired, Cranky, Back Pain, Knee Pain, over all feeling bad most of the time.

Fear of being smelly, that was a big one for me because of trouble bending and twisting.

AND NOW!

I can see my toes in the shower! I can NOT touch my toes but I never was able to even when I was 3!

I can get in and out of the car easier!

Turning in bed is easier, Getting out of bed is A LOT easier!

Sitting to long and getting uncomfortable because Of my BUTT bone!

I can wear a bathing suit and not feel like a whale.

I can breath in a size 14, for the most part...lol...

I hate the thought of a greasy burger from McD's now..Eww I just can't do it anymore and I used to LOVE THEM.

I can walk into a room and not be the biggest one there..

I can say to my self I look good so I don't need to really worry about which pants looks better on me.

My self confidence has never been so good.

On our cruise we went with 2 other couples. Both of the men are VERY skinny. It was decided before we met them that the 3 skinny butts would share a seat! To be called Skinny butt..wow, words can't describe.

To go on a moped and feel ok with my body..wow..

The blessings of my band friends another indescribable feeling.

I sing to myself and many times out loud..Look What The Lord Has Done..He saved me just in time..I give all the credit and Glory to him..

This past year with the friends I have made on here and my friends and family's support has been a true blessing. I had to have the band replaced and if I had to do it 5 more times I would do it in a heart beat.

Thank you all for being here for me.

I am off to New Mexico for 10 days (leaving tomorrow night). I went to buy pants for the trip and guess what????? I bought a size 12!!! They are a little snug but they fit well. I am so happy with my weight loss. Yes, i have had the pain of a "too tight" band and the fear of a too loose band (gained back 12 lbs at one point) but overall..................I'm with you partner, we are doin' this!!!

Sunta,

Congrats on your awesome weight loss despite a band leak!! You rock!!:clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

WTG DARLA!

Reflection is awesome isn't it. It's like starting over again. I'd like to lose another 50 but I'm not in a rush cause I'm very happy the way things are going!

Way to go girl! God IS good!! All the time!

I am only beginning my journey and you are an inspiration. Keep up the good work and thank you for sharing your journey. Your words gave the the idea to start my our journal, starting with why I want the surgery. I attend my 1st seminar on the 19th of this month and am hoping and praying I will be able to have the surgery. Again-Thanks! :clap2:

You Go Girl !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is a very cool post. Thanx for putting it up there.