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I'm just here to share my story in hopes of encouraging others, because this has not been easy! I was 327 about this time last year. I had my surgery on Janaury 9, 2013. Went fine, super easy. I was not successful on the pre-surgery diet and entered the process feeling like I was already a failure. I also had no restriction after the surgery. I could go to Wendy's and have a burger and fries. Again, I had no confidence that I could/would do this. When the Dr asked me my goals, I was so unsure I said lose maybe 30-40 pounds if that's possible. I had never successfully lost weight in my life.

For me personally, it wasn't until I had about 5 cc's in my band that I started to feel restriction. Over the past year, I have seen the bariatric nurse specialist at the Dr's office every month, talking wiht her about diet, how much restriction, and often getting a small fill. Seeing her regularly has kept me on track! It's kept the goals clear in my mind and provided such great support!

The first 4-6 months were sheer hell, I have to say that. I didn't know that else to do when I wasn't eating. I craved crabs. I felt like I would die without bread and Cookies. I was restless and unhappy, even as the scale started to show results.

I finally figured out some things to do at times when i used to eat. I also figured out that I could, actually, eat half a serving of reese's peices and satisfy my sweet tooth. I had no idea what a serving was much less the idea of having half of one!

I eat a high protien diet right now. I'd like to get down to 149 and i think that might just be possible!

Nov 2012 327

Today 199

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What a great success you've been. Thank you for telling your story, with all the reality included. Congratulations for entering onederland; what a wonderful Christmas gift!

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Love reading a success story, you can be what you want to be, if you are willing to work, and sound like you are! Congrats to you, keep up the great job!!

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wow!!! congrats on your weight loss

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:) BRAVO!

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Congratulations on all of your success, so far and for sharing your story. Cheers to reaching your ultimate goal, soon. :D

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Congratulations on all your hard work

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