Hi All,

First let me start by saying that I have been reading threads and have come to the conclusion that this is an Amazing web site. You can learn so much on here and read people's stories, get told to get your act together, get told off and even vent and learn new approaches to everyday dilemmas. That said; I have had the most STRESSFUL banding Experience and I MESSED UP! I am not looking to get into it with anyone behind this. There are no words of disappointment I have not already told myself.

My 15 yr old nephew ( who I think of as my son) was assaulted for no reason and beaten they almost killed him and tried to hurt my sister when she tried to save his life. This all happened 4 days after I had surgery and it was really terrifying. I went to pick him and my family up and ended up taking a Bite of pizza. Just One Bite. I felt terrible! (not health wise, just disappointed in self) the next day I took 2 bites of chicken breast which had been fired no skin or batter. I am an emotional eater and although this is not an excuse I was just eating out of nervousness!

I went back to liquids and mushy foods today. I have not gained any weight. I lost 1.5 lb. but I just feel bad that I did that.

I just wanted to be up front about what I did and hear if anyone else has messed up and moved on!

Please feel free to share on any experiences and if you have to bash me or feel the need to express your disappointments go on just be honest about where that comes from.

You may not know me, you may only know some of my story but you may feel the need to Judge me. . .

And to this I say ok....

Hello Everyone,

Thank you so Much for all your kind words. I knew when I joined this site I would meet great people but I had No Idea they would be even better motivators and friends. I appreciate every kind word and every bit of advice I receive. Thank you all for being so caring. My family is doing ok. My nephews have both moved to another state, and one of the 7 guys were caught he is a 34 yr old man. No excuse for his actions. No Remorse.

I have since spoken to my Dr. and although she wasn't exactly Happy she understood. I plan on seeing a nutritionist and go to therapy to help me plan ahead and find the source of why I get nervous and eat to control my nerves.

I am so Happy I have all my Bander Family and I appreciate your Support. I've lost a few more pounds this week.

So glad to hear all is getting better for you. Just one day at a time, and at least now you know that you have help along the way, we all do! So things (except our weight!) can only go up from here!