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Paid off my Band

Vera

By Vera, in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums

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Vera    7

Vera
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Paid off my Band. It took me over 16 months @ 5.9 %, but it's finally paid off. :banana :banana :banana

So to Celebrate I've decided to get topped off a bit. I've been able to eat way too much. My last fill was November 11th under flouro, even though the doc said it was a textbook fill it never felt as tight as I did last year at this time.

When I was newly banded and adjusted just right I had trained myself not to eat certain things such as breads and Pasta cause I knew they would come back up on me or give me a hard time going down (get stuck). I watched everything I ate! I need to get back on track, use FitDay and exercise.

I lost that restricted feeling......bring back that.....feeling.

Good luck to those trying to get the band. I paid out of pocket, borrowed on credit, and flew to Mexico by myself.

The band is the best thing I ever did for myself...and my family!

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claraluz    2

claraluz
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Congratulations, Vera. You've done so well with the band and I know it's got to be a great feeling to finally have it paid for!

Nancy

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melissalee    2

melissalee
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Congratulations Vera!! And here's to a great new year!!!

:banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana :banana

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Rebeccalee    2

Rebeccalee
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Yahoo! That is fantastic, Vera! It must feel good to own that thing free and clear! I can't wait until I do. :)

That's a great reward for you, too. Hope that fill gets you to the just-right spot you are wanting!

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New Hope    37

New Hope
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Whew, now you can sleep better...no fear of band repossessing! What do you plan on doing w/that $$ now? I think a little vacation of fun and relaxation is called for!

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Vera    7

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Yes it is a good feeling!!! Thanks for the congrats.

Marie, Your funny. Save up for PS and I'm still planning that wedding??? Once I get all my ducks in a row I'll go on part time. I sure can dream....

I still have goals to achive. I'll be on Water Skis this summer!!

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Jammin & Losin    1

Jammin & Losin
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Vera that is so great . You have done fantastic and should be proud of your accomplishments. You have givien us bandster wanna be's lots to look forward to!!!!!

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Phatcurves    3

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WOO HOOOOOOO! You are brave. I could have never gone by myself. You are obviously a strong woman.

Dont worry about those five pounds. YOU WILL GET EM'

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cadydid    0

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Congratulations! One more debt paid off. You are definitely looking good women and maybe a tiny fill will do the trick. Your willpower is amazing.

Let me know next time you are in town. :)

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DeLarla    22

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Vera, this is the first "paid off band" thread I've ever seen... could that be a light I see at the end of this long, dark tunnel? Now you can concentrate on more important things, like how to let the band work for you.

Have I told you I adore you lately?

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