I can't believe I'm saying that! I started out 141 pounds above my goal weight and it seemed it would take forever to reach it.

Well, here I am, 3 months after the official (when I actually started dieting for pre-op) and I've lost over 50 pounds!

It sure makes my goal of losing 141 pounds seem a lot more achievable.

It's a lot more than just the LapBand™, it's a change in attitude and lifestyle. I was worried at first that I would miss eating large amounts of food because I really do enjoy eating a lot.

I have found that I really don't miss eating big meals because now I enjoy eating, a lot.

What a difference a little comma can make!

I can still eat some steak or pork chops, just not as much and I have to eat it a lot slower (PB's are no fun), so I enjoy every bite instead of enjoying a lot of bites.

I'm not a complete convert though. I still cheat once in a while (in that way I don't feel so deprived) with a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard™.

I get both of my absolute favorite dieter's failings in one fell swoop!

It really is possible to have your cake (or in my case, Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard™) and eat it too!

Hey!

We had almost the same amount to lose. I had 143. I'm almost halfway to goal. Isn't it amazing the things we can do with the band as a tool? I love it! Congrats on your big milestone.

I have a bit more to lose, but I appreciate you both posting your success, as it serves as encouragement for me!