I just turned 38 Saturday . I actually weighed in and had reached a number I had hoped I would make by that day....I went upstairs and pulled out some jeans I have not put on in five years the last time I was that number. I can't believe this is actually happening. This band just stopped me dead in my tracks. I simply cannot overeat anymore! I am so busy with my kids and schedule even if I don't get the "right " foods in me that day , I still am ok because I did not overeat! I can't eat certain things and others surprisingly I still can. I am ready to add exercise now and plan to begin this week. I really feel I have hope for reaching my goals ....I don't feel deprived at all I feel like I can really live with this and lose...I am so glad I chose the band and had the guts to get this operation and take charge of my life. Last year I was so depressed when I turned 37 I had not been able to get my weight down for over 5 years. I could not diet I just kept failing and getting more upset with myself....Anyway it is a hopeful 2005 -----just thought I would share.....

Happy Birthday -- and congratulations on the smaller pants!

Congrats on the loss and the pants! I know you feel great! Wear that big smile on your face, you deserve it!

I too turned 38 on Jan 1, 2005 & feel forever stuck in this house. But listening to your story & many others makes me believe my turn is coming! Great Job & Congrats!!

Congrats!!!! It is a great feeling knowing how much you are losing by trying on those old pants, they dont lie Good Job, I hope I will be there soon!

Congratulations to you on a great victory! Happy Birthday!

Hope you had a great Birthday on Saturday, its such a great feeling when you can fit into smaller clothes congratulations!!!!

Helenxx.

Congratulations This should be a good nsv !!! sounds like clothes shopping is in order!!

Happy Belated Birthday! & Congratulations on wearing smaller sized pants now!

Congratulations, girl! Have you lost 32 lbs. in 3 months? Wow!

Turning 38 was my turning point. I had this surgery 3 weeks before my 38th birthday..I kept telling myself I do not want to be fat at 40 so I knew I had to have the band and am so glad I did!

Congratulations to you!!

WooHoo!!! Congratulations and Happy Belated Birthday!