I have been gone for some time now and I think its about past time that I return. I actually got the lap-band April 2nd 2012 and have done nothing with it since but figure out every way under the sun to eat around it. I feel like I was not ready mentally and emotionally for the surgery. The past year I have been working on me inside and I think its time that I get this weight under control. I have cut out juice completely and am active in my gym. My diet is not ALL protein but I try to stay heavy on the protein when planning my meals. (I have lost 3 pounds in just 4 days, I know water weight but I will certainly take it lol). I really want to make this a lifestyle as oppose to a temporary fix. Anyway, I am excited to be back. I am leaning heavily on this forum for support and look forward to joining all of you on this journey.

It's never too late to start!! Visit your surgeon and get a check up and then you're off to the races...

Thanks Jim... I just received a fill 2 weeks ago... So I am good to go...

Sometimes it takes a while but you really do have to be mentally ready to face the journey that lies ahead. Kudos to you & I wish you the best of luck.

Congratulations on making the decision to become a healthier you. Good luck.

I have had my band for over 3 years...the first two years I lost only 35 lbs, because I found away to eat around the band with junk food. Then when i went and had an unfill thinking I would try to eat healthy and all I did was start eating everything I could. Needless to say I gained the 35 lbs back. I was so sick and disgusted with myself I couldn't stand to take pictures with my grandkids. That is when I went back and got a fill and came back to the boards for support. So far I am down 13 lbs since the fill and on my way to getting all my weight off. So yes I do think it does take some people a little longer to get their head around being banded. 2014 will be my year to get the weight finally off.

So glad I am not the only one wanting to start 2014 right. Just got rebanded today after being completely unfilled for over a year due to stress. During that time I gained but worked on stress management and eatting triggers. Now ready to lose lose lose! I had success before and am ready to do it again.