I have come to discover that there are a lot of us Southern Marylanders here.....all of whom have to travel out of our comfort zone, and up into DC or Northern VA for LapBand stuff. I'm curious to know how many of us there are. I have already heard from two others. Neat! Please write if you're one of us! Thanks, BJ

Tanya,

Thanks for bringing us back down to earth!

With us seeing the scale move for this first time in years, it's just all so exciting. Makes you just anxious to keep it going!

That's why we have you our resident "Veteran Waldorfian"!

Thanks also for the insight on the "sweet spot". That sure gives us something to look forward too.

My husband actually asked me late last night if I would have to go for a fill every few weeks for the rest of my life. And I tried to answer him but really wasn't sure. It's like now after I am over 2 weeks out, he wants to now ask all types of questions about the Lapband as if I am now the expert. I am wondering where were you when I wanted you to ask these pertinent questions before the surgery. I guess either he didn't know what to ask or he didn't want to upset me beforehand. Men I tell you, got to love them.

Take care,

Chanda

Hey Skinny what's been going on? :biggrin1:

Tanya,

Thanks for the words of wisdom. I have known all along that the band is simply a tool and will power is the greatest thing. I think that my will power has completely changed or I wouldn't be where I am right now. Obviously, it took quite a bit to lose 45 pounds without the help of the band. Working out at least three times a week and completely changing my eating habits have been the key to my success so far. I just can't wait until I get a little assistance from the band. I know that it takes time, and I'm willing to wait until it kicks in...just gets a little hard sometimes. I sit here wondering why I have never lost this weight before like I have now and the only answer that I can come up with is... I have changed my life, my exercise habits, my diet...all because I know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel...I have a tool inside of me that one day will take effect and help me in this journey. Every once in a while I have to rant about the difficulties with all of this...but in the end...all is good. Take care and good to hear from you. :biggrin1:

Chanda & Tina,

Take your time!!! Thats the only thing I am trying to impress upon you. You dont want to lose too fast and you want to learn how to eat and do it healthy. Both of you will do just fine. I am here for you for any type of encouragement or fussing at that either of you need.

Teresita,

Long time no hear from. I missed you!!!

Call me Tanya, don't make me look for your number.

Hi - look at the Maryland get together thread for a possible meet up date at my home.

Kathy