I was banded on May 23rd. However, so much more has changed. One day prior to my surgery, my mother took ill. The day after surgery my mom entered hospice and passed on four (4) days later. Needless to say, all the planning and reading for the banding went out the window. I just returned home today and had the opportunity to review my discharge papers that I left behind. Feels like weeks or months have passed by and you could imagine the stress and emotional rollercoaster I am on now. In the midst, I mistakenly ate food, forgetting about the restrictions until something lodged in my chest. I have just returned to my home and trying to resume my regiment and through this loss, I am determined to become healthy and shine in honor of my mother who was supportive of my decision. My first follow-up appointment is tomorrow and hopefully, I have not done any damage to myself. Love ya Mom

I was banded on May 23rd. However, so much more has changed. One day prior to my surgery, my mother took ill. The day after surgery my mom entered hospice and passed on four (4) days later. Needless to say, all the planning and reading for the banding went out the window. I just returned home today and had the opportunity to review my discharge papers that I left behind. Feels like weeks or months have passed by and you could imagine the stress and emotional rollercoaster I am on now. In the midst, I mistakenly ate food, forgetting about the restrictions until something lodged in my chest. I have just returned to my home and trying to resume my regiment and through this loss, I am determined to become healthy and shine in honor of my mother who was supportive of my decision. My first follow-up appointment is tomorrow and hopefully, I have not done any damage to myself. Love ya Mom

God bless you. I am so sorry for your loss. I know this time has been difficult for you, but it so wonderful to see that you are remaining positive about becoming healthy.

Let us know how your appt goes tomorrow...and in the meantime, continue to shine on girl!!!

Praying and pulling for you.

My deepest condolences to you and yours. I know it must be a very trying time for you right now. Just keep on trucking and with every pound lost think how proud of you your mom would be.

I was banded on May 23rd. However, so much more has changed. One day prior to my surgery, my mother took ill. The day after surgery my mom entered hospice and passed on four (4) days later. Needless to say, all the planning and reading for the banding went out the window. I just returned home today and had the opportunity to review my discharge papers that I left behind. Feels like weeks or months have passed by and you could imagine the stress and emotional rollercoaster I am on now. In the midst, I mistakenly ate food, forgetting about the restrictions until something lodged in my chest. I have just returned to my home and trying to resume my regiment and through this loss, I am determined to become healthy and shine in honor of my mother who was supportive of my decision. My first follow-up appointment is tomorrow and hopefully, I have not done any damage to myself. Love ya Mom

My deepest sympathy! I hope your appointment went well. Take care of yourself and know that you are being prayed for.

First, I would like to thank you all for your prayers and support. I shared my loss because prior to the surgery, I lived on this board reading and loving all the support and love from people all over the states and abroad. So I guess I needed a group hug too. Thank you.

Went to the Dr. and lost 16 lbs. I was honest about eating the wrong foods. However, all things taken into consideration, they sat with me and worked on getting me back on track. I have another week of liquids, which is harder being that I cheated, but I am doing it. Next week, I start puree, oh Joy!

Thank you again....

I wish you the best-good luck

I'm sorry for your loss. What stress! Its great that you lost weight and can get back on track. May you have the Serenity you write about. I hope you believe that your mother is with you and giving you the strength and ability to do this plan-just like she wanted.

I am sorry for your loss. I'm glad to hear though that you have remained positive about your health, just keep telling yourself that you are doing this for you and your mom. I know she is cheering you on from above. Keep us posted.

I'm sorry for your loss. The good thing about the band is it's always waiting for us when we get back! Good Luck!

I was banded on May 23rd. However, so much more has changed. One day prior to my surgery, my mother took ill. The day after surgery my mom entered hospice and passed on four (4) days later. Needless to say, all the planning and reading for the banding went out the window. I just returned home today and had the opportunity to review my discharge papers that I left behind. Feels like weeks or months have passed by and you could imagine the stress and emotional rollercoaster I am on now. In the midst, I mistakenly ate food, forgetting about the restrictions until something lodged in my chest. I have just returned to my home and trying to resume my regiment and through this loss, I am determined to become healthy and shine in honor of my mother who was supportive of my decision. My first follow-up appointment is tomorrow and hopefully, I have not done any damage to myself. Love ya Mom

Serenity I am soooo sorry for your lost:girl_hug::girl_hug: a dozen hugs to

you and your family my god bless you and keep you in this time of

need.

Wow....so much to happen in such a short period of time....I am sorry for your loss but also happy for your positive outlook on your becoming healthy...you are an inspiration to me. I will be praying for you and I look forward to hearing how well your weight loss is going. Keep you chin up and know that you are loved by all of us here.