My husband, 16 yr old daughter and my mom flew from Tucson to California to go to Disneyland over my daughters spring break, we just got home yesterday. This morning I get up and get on the scale to find I am down 2lbs and loving life.

When we booked this vacation I was only two months post op and wondering how I would handle the challenges I might face being away from my routine and home. Well at 5 months and two weeks out I was fine, absolutely fine.

A few NSV's I celebrated along the way, (1.) I fit in the airplane seat NO extender needed, no oozing onto the person next to me (2.) was able to use my own tray table, laid down flat and didn't rest on my belly at all (3.) walked and walked and walked for four days straight, clocking an average of 20,000 to 22,000 steps daily, with no foot pain (4.) fit on every ride I went on (5.) wore a matching shirt with my daughter one day (will post a pic) and the family another day, was never able to do this because of my size (5.) wore a sleeveless top one day and shorts another day and was comfortable in both

I planned ahead and brought my unflavored Protein for my morning decaf tea and my Quest bars for one meal during the day to make sure to get in my protein everyday. I was able to find options for meals without any trouble. Had a few bites of treats here and there. I made sure to get enough liquids in also, it was in the 90's a few days we were there.

Overall we had a blast and I was okay, realize this is my new normal and I like it. I was so happy also that when I got up this morning after being gone for 6 days I had lost 2 pounds. Woo Hoo! I think all the walking helped a lot.

So just remember this new way of life is doable, I didn't feel restricted at all. With planning ahead and being prepared I successfully had a wonderful vacation!!!

I have to apologize in advance for my pics being on their sides, they look the right way on my computer but then when I attach them to my post they always go sideways??

Awesome post I can totally relate to all the things that changed for you. I'm happy for you and can't wait to be there too.

I hit my goal weight last year on my first trip to Vegas! It was my 50 bday and I was down to one pill from 8 a day. This year we went for my sister's bday about 2 weeks ago. And I am still within my 5 lb goal weight. We eat our way across vegas too! I just take my food back to the room if I can't eat it all. Also there is a big movement now among foodies for small and sharing! This has been great because that's how I roll! We can order 4 or 5 different things I can try them all and it doesn't get wasted or there not too much to lead me into temptation!

Thank you for sharing! We are going to Disney in August. It's great to know that you had a good time and were pain free!

Hi! I really enjoy reading this stories. I've been having a horrible time with depression. I keep telling myself what the hell have I done. Am 37 4'10 and was 217 on the day of surgery 3/4/15. I had the lap band for 7 yrs but it failed. Pls tell me that things are gonna get better and am gonna b happy with the decision I made.