Well I became a bandster 2 years ago today.:tt2::w00t:

I took the big step. I did what I said I would never do, I had weight loss surgery. And I'm glad, even with the band issues I'm having now, I'm glad I did it.

While I am still not at my goal weight I am down 80 lbs:smile2:

I went from a tight size 22 to a tight size 8 jeans, (1 pair), but mostly size 10's :-). I no longer wear tight XXL tops, I fit into mediums. I no longer own any granny panties, I went out and made victoria happy and purchased WAYYYY to many pairs of cute medium size panties. :drool:

I also stocked up on cute bras, to fit my new boobies that my hubby bought me, because mine disappeared with my weight loss.

My foot went down a size, my wedding ring from a 9 to a 5.5.

I no longer have to shop in the "big girl section or stores and hope they have something cute, I shop in the "small" girl stores and always find something cute. :-)

I am not a perfect bandster, I could exercise more, I could eat a little better, But I am a good bandster, I do exercise, and I do eat Good almost all of the time, even with my band that isn't working a t the moment, I make it work for me. I eat ALL my meals on a saucer at home, I practice portion control, I try and always eat my Protein first.

And while I havent lost any weight in a while, I haven't gained any either. I am happy!!!!

While I used to hide from the camera, I now don't mind it.

I hope all my November Nymphs are well and wish you all a happy banderversary month!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

Happy Banderversary. Thanks for updating your progress for us!!!

Mimi

Congratulations, Shalee! It's been a pleasure to follow your progress, and to enjoy your enthusiasm and positive attitude all the way through! Happy Bandiversary - please keep sharing, we all share something very special and staying in touch with each other, even infrequently, is very important.

Way to go girl!! 80 lbs is nothing to sneeze at!! Can you believe it's been 2 years???

Shalee, I just realized when I reread your post that you are succeeding at maintenance with no restriction....way to go, but what up with your band?

Mimi