Haven't checked in for quite a while -- hope all my fellow bandsters are doing well!

It'll be four months of banded life on January 5 -- time flew by! I've learned much on my journey & I continue to work on being a better, healthier version of me. I'm down 42 pounds & I must admit that I'm enjoying the weight loss but also the NSV's as well.

I've had one fill & going back for another this month. My surgeon, nutritionist & I feel it's best to ensure I'm learning to "eat better" & not just look to fills as the be all, end all. I'm glad we are taking this approach because it really has helped me learned to eat better & make good choices. It's not always easy, but I'm still in the game!

I had to be kind to myself so I stopped comparing my weight loss to others. While I'm happy for everyone & it's motivating, it was also (at times) difficult because I would immediately think, "Why haven't I lost that much yet?" Or "Why can't I drop this weight more quickly?" We are all on our own journey, and I'm still learning to fully embrace and enjoy mine!

Wishing everyone the best in 2015! Below is a before & after (so far) photo of me. Feel free to share yours!

Edited January 3, 201511 yr by ChelleChi1969

You look beautiful and happy !! Isn't it great to start the new year with such enthusiasm ?!

What wonderful wisdom, ChelleChi1969! Thanks for your warm and encouraging words. Happy new year! :-)

Thank you so much for the lovely words & support. One day & one pound at a time! ????

congratulations