Here's a list of January Bandsters. Let us know if we've missed anybody!

Txpeaches - 1/02/07

1721Summ - 1/02/07

Jenslapband - 1/02/07

Irishamerican - 1/02/07

Angyl2314 (Jen) - 1/03/07

Kellie Reachell (Kellie) - 1/03/07

Skmsu (Susan) - 1/03/07

Cricket - 1/04/07

Babygotback (Audree) 1/05/07

Fiyagirl (Sherry) - 1/05/07

Tinabartlett - 1/05/07

Maillady2 - 1/05/07

Susantunanoodle (Susan) - 1/08/07

Eldonh - 1/08/07

Honeylin - 1/08/07

Tulip - 1/8/07

Girlinnyc - 1/08/07

SeattleEbeth - 1/09/07

Moog24 (Michelle - 1/09/07

PinkyBandito - 1/09/07

Bhamguy31 - 1/09/07

Cdgmom (Amy) - 1/09/07

Travelbug - 1/09/07

Zevesther - 1/09/07

Klo (Kathy) - 1/10/07

Wph74 (Whitney) - 1/10/07

Angelburch - 1/10/07

Mindful (Paige) - 1/10/07

Mikeomando -1/10/07

Roses733 (Rose) - 1/11/07

Loridee (Lori) - 1/11/07

Sheilamj1fan (Sheila) - 1/11/07

Justine717 - 1/11/07

Patp98465 - 1/11/07

Mommi-hammi - 1/12/07

Rms78645 - 1/12/07

Inner_me (Chris) - 1/12/07

Cjkerr (Carole) - 1/12/07

InTheBreeze13 - 1/12/07

Saraincincy (Sara) - 1/13/07

Lala - 1/15/07

Happylady - 1/15/07

Patsygrn - 1/15/07

Andrea1973 - 1/15/07

Sula - 1/15/07

Smilliegal - 1/15/07

Peacej - 1/15/07

Slate2633 1/15/07

Pinky12202 (Linda) - 1/16/07

Marjon9 - 1/16/07

Sula (Shawn) - 1/16/07

Reesh - 1/16/07

Soon2bthin.com - 1/16/07

Bandqueen - 1/16/07

Chunky Monkey - 1/16/07

Muttman - 1/16/07

Enterprise01 - 1/17/07

Revolution - 1/17/07

Prissever - 1/17/07

Sunshine2 (Tonya) - 1/18/07

5jacks - 1/18/07

Imsusie0929 - 1/18/07

Stephanee - 1/18/07

Shellyfromohio (shelly) - 1/18/07

Ddcokk85 (Lisa) - 1/18/07

Phlyinphebee (Rene') - 1/19/07

Nicknack34461 - 1/19/07

Shayne9927 (Shayne) - 1/19/07

Lap - 1/19/07

Deb-Texas - 1/19/07

Mammaw - 1/19/07

Cinward2001 (Cindy) - 1/19/06***

Jun0610 (Maria) - 1/22/07

Rsbell - 1/22/07

Purposedriven4 - 1/22/07

Ds5001ds - 1/22/07

Nursiepooh - 1/22/07

Kilopitre - 1/23/07

RidinmyHDdream (Carol) - 1/23/07

Zuzu - 1/23/07

Nella337 - 1/23/07

Redstart - 1/24/07

Nomophat - 1/24/07

Lauriann - 1/24/07

Shesha - 1/25/07

Edieday (Edie) - 1/25/07

Huberslave - 1/25/07

Rockergirl - 1/25/07

A.Isabella - 1/25/07

Donnalynncrain - 1/25/06***

Shues138 (Andrea) - 1/26/07

Jeanettej505 - 1/26/07

Bandida - 1/26/07

Susanjuneau - 1/26/07

Stacyrh - 1/29/07

Charlottesweb91 - 1/29/07

Trishd - 1/29/07

Mom of 3 - 1/29/07

Monsoleil98 - 1/29/07

Nurseratchett (Joanne) - 1/29/07

Sherilynn - 1/30/07

Texasbighair - 1/30/07

Gig8 (gigi) - 1/30/07

Cchristys - 1/30/07

Ladyleo868 (Christine) - 1/30/07

Kima - 1/30/07

Rsbg1 (Ted) - 1/31/07

TracyV - 1/31/07

Callieanna - 1/31/07

Sportsscribe - 1/31/07

Your247realtor - 1/31/07

1bunni4me - 1/31/07

Thatgirl - 1/31/07

Mfw1941 - 1/31/07

Brew2000 - 1/31/07

Lapbandhopeful - 2/02/07

Enterprise:

Hi, I read your post about your Dr using omnipaque....do you feel any difference from it? I was banded on Jan 30th, lost 20#s so far, two fills.

Thanks for your response!

texasbighair

The difference is that the omnipaque stays in place. It doesn't dissipate like the saline does. Physically, no, I don't fee any difference, but it does give me some peace of mind to know that it won't disappear. I've heard some people say that the omnipaque actually feels tighter than the saline does, but I haven't experienced that.

Now, for my good news!!! I've got a SV (scale victory)!!! I'm out of the 300's. This was my first mini goal, and when I woke up this morning my scale read 298.8. I was in shock. In fact, it took me a while to realize that the scale had stopped and wasn't still bouncing around the numbers. I was amazed...and scared to move, because I knew it was going to bounce back up. But I did it. I got off, and got right back on, and it still read 298.8. That's when the party began...LOL

:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: Congratulations:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

Where is the party? lol. You should be very proud of yourself!

Hey Bandsters,

Just reading and getting motivated! Thanks for being here!

Shawn

Where is all the January group? I had to go to the 3rd page to find us!! Would love to hear updates from anyone and everyone......

Well,,,,,i was banded Jan 29th, 2007 and have lost 51 pounds so far.

Just popped in and will be back to catch up soon. Thanks!

Banded 1/29/07

Dr Ken Cleveland-CMMC-Jackson, MS

331/280/150

Now, for my good news!!! I've got a SV (scale victory)!!! I'm out of the 300's. This was my first mini goal, and when I woke up this morning my scale read 298.8. I was in shock. In fact, it took me a while to realize that the scale had stopped and wasn't still bouncing around the numbers. I was amazed...and scared to move, because I knew it was going to bounce back up. But I did it. I got off, and got right back on, and it still read 298.8. That's when the party began...LOL

Inner me- Congratulations:clap2: :clap2: -that is wonderful! You must be so proud of yourself-WAY TO GO! Gigi:) :mad:

I'm with everyone else, on the restriction that likes to come and go. So far, knocking on wood, I haven't pb'd or slimed. Although, today, oh boy, it felt like something went down the wrong way. I figure I had first bite syndrome. I grabbed a glass of water (which you aren't supposed to do if you're pbing or sliming, but my throat felt like it was on fire) and everything smoothed out. Nothing came up, and no sliming. I guess, I'm getting restricted to the point that I probably need to start drinking something warm before I begin eating in the morning.

Now, for my good news!!! I've got a SV (scale victory)!!! I'm out of the 300's. This was my first mini goal, and when I woke up this morning my scale read 298.8. I was in shock. In fact, it took me a while to realize that the scale had stopped and wasn't still bouncing around the numbers. I was amazed...and scared to move, because I knew it was going to bounce back up. But I did it. I got off, and got right back on, and it still read 298.8. That's when the party began...LOL

I know exactly what you mean about being afraid to move or even get back on!! It was wonderful to say good bye to the 300's then the 290's, 280's, 270's and with any luck at all the 260's this week!! Each 10 pounds you leave behind there will be another glorious celebration!!!!

Congrats on your loss so far....looking forward to hearing more in the very near future!

Still here! I've kinda hit a rough spot lately. A bad time to disappear, I know. I've gained 4 lbs. I haven't been able to exercise because of that stupid asthma attack (but I start back tomorrow finally!). I also have been a little down about being sick and eating too much ice cream (i know, i know). So, hopefully I get back on track, and everything will turn around. I have an appointment with my nutritionist next week, and I'm also planning on going to talk to the psychologist again. I mean to take full advantage of my support team!

Maria

Hi everyone

Only just found this link!! I also got banded at the end of Jan and have managed to loose 42lb but I know I could do better... Am determined to loose at least 10lb a month so here goes!

Yay - we have some more January Bandsters joining in.

Okay everyone, I have to share my NSV! I'm so happy, I want to yell it from the roof top! One of my goals was to buy a pair of low rise jeans, not too low, but lower than my "mom Jeans". Anyhow, this weekend I bought my first pair! The best news, they are not in the womens section, they were in the junior section, and you ready for this, a size 13! And, I actually look good in them. lol.

I'm wearing them today and I can't even tell you the compliments I got today. Its a brand of jeans called "cruel girl", I've been wanting them forever, but never could fit into them, the largest size they make up is a size 15 juniors. Anyhow, tried a pair on and they slid on like a great pair of gloves. I love them!

I took my before BFL challenge pictures in a bikini (just for my viewing purpose to see how much I improve in my stomach area). I took my 4 week progress shot this weekend and OMG, I can't believe the difference. I am still fat, and still wouldn't wear a bikini out in public, but the difference in my bikini area (stomach) is unbelievable after just 4 weeks. I still have 8 more weeks to complete this challenge, and I might be brave enough to share the 12 week shot with you guys - if you promise not to laugh. lol. Me in a bikini is pretty scary. But I really wanted to see the difference in my ab area and I'm seeing it.

The only area I still have problem with is my damn cellulite. Any suggestions on how to improve that? I'm hoping if I continue to lose some fat and exercise it will improve. Lord I hope so.

I am just so happy today in my jeans! I can't believe I am actually wearing a pair of low rise, cruel girl, size 13 juniors jeans....and I can even breathe in them! Didn't have to lay down and tuck and pull to get them on! LOL.

Exercise is paying off ladies, for those of you that haven't started, you have to do it.....start out by walking only, I did. Start slow and move up. Before you know it, you'll trade your food addiction to exercise - which is a much better addiction.

I hope everyone is doing okay....

Okay, sunday was my 4 mo anniversary, here are my latest comparison pics. I am starting to see some major differences! Yay! I still have a long way to go, but making progress toward my ultimate goal every month.

Tonya,

Congrats on all your progress, you look T-e-r-r-i-f-i-c !!!

Tonya you look amazing!!! Well done :eek:

peeking in............ HOLY CRAP TONYA!!!!!!!!!!! I think I'm going to start exercising! You need to post those over on the b4 pic thread!

Thanks guys, I can't believe the difference I feel in 4 short months! I still have a ways to go, but I'm enjoying this new life of mine! I get compliments every day, and my kids and husband are so proud of me. My son (who is 16) just told me last night "Mom, your looking hot!". lol. Coming from my son, that was a real compliment.

This by no means has not been easy, I know you all feel the same way. It takes a lot of discipline and it really urks me when someone things "surgery" is the easy way out. I'm getting my butt up at 5 am, and let me tell you, this is not easy. I'm turning down my neighbors homemade pinapple upside down cake - that is not easy!, I'm eating salad without my blue cheese dressing and opting for the fat free, low cal spray on vinerger, again, not easy! I am order grilled veggies with my grilled chicken sandwhich instead of the fries, and then I don't eat the bread, NOT EASY. So, it really pisses me off (heard this the other day about a girl that had GB surgery from a co-worker), They said that she took the easy way out. oh man, I went off on them. I don't think they will be saying that again. lol.

Have a great day everyone - I better get to work.