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Unbanded June 20, 2012

On June 20th, 2012, I was unbanded in am emergency procedure. My band had eroded and I had an infection. The erosion caused a hole in my stomach that had to be repaired as well. I am now home and dealing with the physical healing as well as some emotional issues that really frighten me.   http://youtu.be/GEGJ2geOW_g   Lapbandlala@gmail.com www.facebook.com/LapbandLaLa http://lapbandlala.wordpress.com/
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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The Amazing Body....14 Weeks Post Op....Laura Key

How amazing is this new body of mine? I lost an additional 5 pounds this past week. I am moving like never before, enjoying my new body and the new clothes that come with it!   I am sleeping better, walking better, and breathing better!   I currently have 5.9cc's in my band. I am at my sweet spot! I just can't say it enough.....I am one happy lady.   I have to say the emotional part has been a journey as well. Some days I feel invincible, others a bit scared. As I am shedding these pounds other things come up that I have to tackle. But I am taking it one day at a time and that's fine by me.   I seem to have the most trouble with breakfast. I tend to be tight in the mornings. It was suggested to drink some warm tea 30 minutes before breakfast. I do that sometimes, other times I just eat what I can then move forward.   I am starting to wonder if I will have a lot of loose skin. I seem to be dropping so fast. I exercise five days a week but I really need to add weights. I just hate that part. I could do cardio all day. I do like my Wii Fit so I am trying to include that in my workouts at least twice a week to start. Boy were my thighs sore that first workout! Whew! As far as I am concerned that Wii was a good investment toward my health. (wonder if you could write that off toward health expenses!)   All in all, I am still happy and wish I would have done this sooner!    
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Six Week Happiness

Wow, it's been six weeks and I am so very happy with my decision. I am down 30lbs and feeling fantastic. I really feel that when the scale keeps going down it will be the last time I will see that number.   I have had one fill and I am looking forward to my second one on July 14th.   I get a little hungry in between meals but nothing that is making me climb the walls.   I bought two pair of shorts! Hey I am not at my goal but heck, why not? Haven't been in shorts in about five or six years.   I am loving life and marking things off of my bucket list.   I have checked into my Harley Davidson Riding class and bellydancing classes. This time next summer...boom chicka boom!:confused3:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Seven Weeks...STILL HAPPY

I am feeling better and better everyday. I look at myself and see the butterfly emerging. It's wonderful. My clothes fit better - I feel better and I am not shying away from the camera anymore.   I had a gig this week and I let the photographer snap away. What's funny is I know I am not where I want to be but I know it's coming. (see my attached photo from the gig)   Here's something to ponder......why is it when you are going up the scale you run from the camera? However....when you are going down it's the same number on the scale as when you go up but it's a totally different outlook? I remember hitting 250 going up and crying....now I see 250 and I run to hubby for a photo! (ha) :cursing:   This week I worked out four days instead of five because of my gig, but I feel like I need to workout one more day so I am going to get on the treadmill tonight.   The chat room has been down for two days now and I feel lost without my friends. I love this site!   I go for my 2nd fill this Tuesday. I hope I get some restriction!:tongue_smilie:I still get a little hungry between meals but I just ignore it. I'm making progress so it's a small price to pay. I just drink water to help combat it.   I currently have 2.5cc in my 10cc band. Hope they give me an additional 2.5cc this week.
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Refilled...Laura Key

Today I went in for a refill. Last week we took out the .5 we put in for my 2nd fill. The nurse thinks I was stuck and not overfilled. So to calm my nerves, we put back in .4 instead of .5 (HA!) Yes that's funny! Just one point of a cc but hey if you felt was I felt....you would be leary too!:eek:   I have been finding out more and more things about my new body recently. It's a happy feeling but quite the adjustment.:laugh:   I got whistled at a week ago and did not know what to think! I just froze and thought....was that for me?   I also have bouts of sadness. Not really sure why. Sometimes I get sad when I am bored because that is when I'd snack. I don't have cravings or the the urge to snack so there is a little emptiness there. Funny....never knew that about myself.:confused:   I wore heels twice this week and was amazed at how good they made me feel. They don't really hurt my feet right now so I was enjoying the fact that I could celebrate being a girl with the beautiful new shoes I rewarded myself with.:tongue:   I have not lost any weight this week. Not a big issue for me. Hormones, ladies.....hormones!:laugh:   I have worked up to jogging at intervals on my treadmill. Five minutes of jogging - five minutes of walking fast on an incline for a total of 40 minutes now. I am so proud of myself.:thumbup:   I love my belly dancing classes and my water aerobics as well. Next...ZUMBA! I am also looking forward to working out with my Wii Fit. I set that up this past weekend.:biggrin:   Yes...life is good and this sure is a journey. But it's a journey that I was ready for. You just can't jump into the band and expect it to be your saving grace. You have to be ready for it in the mind, heart and soul. I am....and it's paying off.   I am so VERY BLESSED!  
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Progress & Moving Forward - August 13, 2012

http://youtu.be/fGiWh_-zR3E

On June 20th, 2012 I was UNBANDED due to complications. I was banded for three years total. I lost all my weight but when my band failed I gained 40lbs back. So now my journey is going in a different direction and I am following the Eat to Live Plan by Dr. Joel Furhman. I have lost 11ls in two weeks and here is my story:

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Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Oh Yes...I Was Overfilled...

Just got back from the doctors office. I was overfilled! My 2nd fill was 5.5cc's and I could eat more than a cup but still not be hungry between meals. So for my third fill I though...ok, let's go for 6cc's that should be my sweet spot.:eek:   Well...for two or three days life was wonderful, then BAM!!!! :eek: I could only eat 3-4 bites and I could not get water down. I hurt and I could not lay straight down, I had to sleep upright because of the reflux. I did not throw up, just could not get a lot down.   Water became a fantasy for me. I was so thirsty. I just wanted water. It was the weekend so I thought I could get through the weekend then call the doc on Monday.   We set an appointment for Tuesday morning so I just got through one more day of uncomfortable.   I could not wait to see my nurse. She was like an angel to me! She thinks I could have gotten stuck so we took out the .5 that I had gotten the week before so my tummy could heal and have a plan to put only .2 or .3 back in next week.   I am back on liquids for the day but OH MY LORD they taste so wonderful to me!:ohmy:   From last week to this week I have lost 10lbs! You would think I would be very happy about that but I do not want to lose it that way. Dehydration. I am sure I will gain some of that back but I welcome it.   Some of the side effects of my overfill was exhaustion. I was so tired from not getting any calories. I could not exercise. I'd take a very very long nap in the middle of the day then wake up feeling groggy. Then I'd go to bed early. I had a bit of dizziness and lightheaded feelings.   I am glad I did not wait too long to go back in. Four days was enough!   The thing about being overfilled or possibly stuck is when it's your first time experiencing it, you are not so sure exactly what it is. When I had my 2nd fill, I got restriction about a week later so I thought, well it's restriction and it will loosen up a bit like my 2nd fill. But once you actually go through it you KNOW what it is!   So while my belly is taking a rest, I do not see this as a step backwards. I see it as one step closing to knowing exactly where my sweet spot is!   So I welcome this experience and I can't wait to get back to my exercise program and back to loving my days.   I am still a very happy bandster!:thumbup:  
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Nine Weeks Progress!

Nine weeks today. Wow, wow, wow is all I can say. What a difference in my life.   As I am going through this I am learning as I go.   I have restriction. Breakfast gives me some issues. I have a hard time getting some things down. This morning the eggs just kinda went down hard. But it happens with oatmeal, pudding, etc.   A great bandster suggested I drink some hot tea 30 minutes before breakfast and I have to say that helps!   However I have more and more questions as I go because no matter how much you chat with people or your doctor before surgery, you just don't know until you are really banded.   Some of my questions... 1. Am I eating too much? I notice a lot of people in the chat room eat less than I do. Right now I average 3-4 ounces of protein, maybe a spoonful of spinach and 1 small red potato. I don't feel over full and I don't get hungry between meals.:cursing: I am still losing extremely well.   2. Do I really need another fill? I feel pretty good restriction now with 5.5cc's. My nurse said it will lessen before my next fill on August 11th, 2009. But it's been a week and a half and I don't think I've lost any restriction. My concern is....I don't want to be overfilled because that can be painful from what I hear.:cursing:   So...there it is. Questions and progress in one blog. Hoping people respond for future help of myself and others.   And....YES....I AM STILL HAPPY!:cursing:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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My First Performance Where I Loved The Way I Looked....

I had to share this with you all. After all you all have been a huge part of my journey.   My husband and I performed at the Orion Music Festival in Utah in January 2010. We were featured on the TV show in Park City.   For the first time in my life, I was happy with the way I looked. Look! I have a waist! :thumbup: You have to remember just the year before I refused to take photos with the band because of my weight!   I hope you enjoy! Ain't no stopping me now! It's a YouTube video.     Why not go out on a limb? Isn't that where the fruit is?:confused:   Surgery Date: May 21, 2009 Starting Weight: 280lbs Dr. Michael Metz - St. Luke's Hospital Denver, CO:thumbup: Follow my progress thru photos: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/members/5...lbums3475.html
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Moving Forward

Welcome to my new blog! Join me! http://lapbandlala.wordpress.com/ Putting yourself out there for the world to see is a bit scary. For someone to put themselves out there about weight, is even more frightening. Let’s face it, when you are fat, you are easy target for others. Sometimes you feel invisible, other times you feel you are being watched with micro-eyes. I want to share this journey with you. I decided to be banded in 2009. I started at 285lbs. I made it down to 155lbs at one point. I hated 155lbs. I looked and felt horrible. So I felt 165lbs to 170lbs was best for me. Along this journey I was successful! The band (Lilith) was my tool. I used her like nobody’s business! I reached my goal in less than a year and was the happiest I had ever been. Then my band started giving me a few issues. So I am sharing this journey with you. I hope you learn and share this with others. It’s MY story and I am willing to share it with you! HERE WE GO… Twitter: LapbandLaLa Facebook: www.facebook.com/LapbandLaLa
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Life's Little Surprises...Laura Key

Wow...I woke up Saturday and my body felt really different. I felt lighter and my hips had more room to move. Funny you notice little things. So, I jumped on the scale....something I don't do a lot because I don't want to chain myself down to that....AND.......five more pounds gone. 40lbs gone and I could not be more tickled.   Had to do with the fill since I had to do liquids for two days, soft foods for two days and then back to normal.   I continued to work out five days a week and it just paid off.   Everyday is a joy.   Now...I understand I could hit a plateau sooner or later and I am ok with that but for now...I am just enjoying my progress.:thumbup:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Life Unbanded July 7, 2012

http://youtu.be/7hHtmk9ZqPc   On June 20th I was unbanded. Leaving me with a checklist of emotional setbacks. I am working through them. At this point in my journey I have no idea what path I am going to take but I hope to share my decisions with you. I was banded May 2009. Lost all my weight in eight months, a POSTER CHILD for the lapband and then after two years it started to go downhill. I hope my story blesses you in some way and helps you on your WLS path.   LapbandLaLa@gmail.com www.facebook.com/LapbandLaLa http://lapbandlala.wordpress.com/
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Journey Back To Unbanded Life

http://youtu.be/bsJYqF5FVw4   Join me on my next steps from being a banded to being NOT BANDED.   I had the lapband for a little over three years. The first two years were perfect and I lost all my weight within 8 months. I was the happiest ever! Then in my third year things went downhill. So what does a person do once they have been unbanded? Well...I don't know but I am willing to share my journey with you!   LapbandLaLa@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/LapbandLaLa Twitter: @lapbandlala
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Going for Gold...Laura Key

I tell you...sometimes being a Realtor will throw your life into frantics. It's been a busy week but I am extremely proud of myself for turning off my phone for an hour a day to exercise and refresh a bit.   I kicked up my workout this week and it's kicking my butt in a good way.   I did not get to take my water aerobics classes this week but I worked out on my treadmill all week. I added five more minutes for 35 minutes and a five minute cool down. I now jog one minute, then walk with different inclines for four minutes. It switches up just a plain old workout.   I also added some arm exercises. I hope to combat some kind of flab. Shoot, I am aiming for "brick house" status by next year.   I have dropped a couple more pounds for a total of 42lbs since May 21st.   I have not had any issues with stuck foods or foods that I can't eat. I have not added pasta or bread to my diet yet. I don't miss it so I see no reason to add it back just yet.   My 3rd fill is scheduled for August 11th. Right now I think I am good with the restriction I have.   I have to say, it's been so nice for people to see me and say....WOW. It's a good feeling and the loose clothes are a huge plus. I have a full closet of clothes that need to be taken to consignment. Time for a couple dresses for business and maybe one or two new pairs of slacks. I am not trying to purchase a lot since I won't be in them long.   Life is good!:biggrin:   OK...this is an edit, just three minutes after my post.....I just PB'd for the first time. I think I ate my lunch to fast. It's not pleasant! Don't want to ever do that again!
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Getting Unbanded! Never Thought I'd Be Here!

I am sad to report I will be unbanded asap. I was banded for a little over three years. I lost all my weight within 8 months. I was the happiest I have ever been in my life and then the problem started. Now what? How do I live my life unbanded? How do I get the band out since I was a self pay bander? With no insurance, that's almost impossible. How can something that was my intimate friend and helper become the enemy now?   Warning...I let the F-Bomb out one time guys, if that upsets you, please don't listen. This is pretty emotional to me and I let it slip.   My Video Diary Entry: http://youtu.be/vrPNTULVQOw     LapbandLaLa@gmail.com www.lapbandlala.wordpress.com
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Eight Weeks Post Op....In Heaven

Last night I was able to attend my very first support group. The two hours flew by and before you knew it we were leaving.   I learned so much from that session. It was nice to have gastric bypass people in the group too so we could compare our experiences.   Majority of the group were lapbanders. I have not experienced much of what the others have gone through. I don't venture outside of what is on my approved food list, but some said the rice cakes go down pretty good. Me, I am still a bit afraid to test them. I haven't even added bread. I do pretty good with flour tortillas, but that was before my 2nd fill. Guess you can eat pretty much anything when you don't have restriction. Can't say I don't have some now. It takes me longer to eat and I can't have the same portions I had just last week.   Before my 2nd fill the nutritionist allowed me to have a cup and a half of food because I was so hungry between meals. Now I am doing good if I can get close to a cup. I still was losing weight though because in this day of Super Size me this and Super Size me that...a cup and a half is considered nuts. I was satisfied though and I continue to be very happy with my progress.   I can't believe it's been two months already. Man it just goes so fast. I am very proud of myself. I have made the adjustments and the mind changes as well as added more activity to my day with at least 30 minutes of exercise five days a week.   Cravings have gone away. I don't really have a "taste" for anything. My tummy tells me when I am hungry and I stick to a schedule as much as I can. Sometimes that's hard when you are a Realtor but I keep things in the car so I don't get off track.   I have to say it sure was nice to put a real face to a name. I met someone in group last night who I have befriended here on Lap Band Talk. She had her surgery in March and is doing fantastic.   All I can keep thinking now is....life is going to be great. Sure, we all go through ups and downs but when you are fat...well they become more of an issue. The stares, the laughs, the jokes, the cruel remarks. Nope...no more for me. I am on my way....this butterfly is breaking away from the cocoon.:smile2:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Did I Over Do It?....Laura Key....12 Weeks Post Op

Did I over do it? I had a fill this past Tuesday. I now have 6cc's in my 10cc band. I was able to eat more than a cup before with 5.5cc and was not hungry between meals.   But now with 6cc's I can only take a few bites or a few sips of something. I am not in any pain. I am not PBing or sliming.   I do feel tight after a few bites. So I am eating SLOWLY and gently. I am on soft foods until this weekend but I think I may have to stay on soft foods for a few more days.   Literally after a few bites I am FULL. And then my throat, tummy makes all these weird noises.   Not sure what to think after all this. :eek:   ________________________________ UPDATE: It's been four days now and I am as tight as can be. I can only get 3 or 4 bites in, then I feel like I have eaten to much. I remember when I had my 2nd fill I was tight for about two weeks, then it's slowly loosened. I am going to try and get through this and if two weeks pass and I still can't get anything down, then see the doctor.:wink:   On a good note....I've lost the additional 2lbs so I have hit the magic 50lbs!:thumbup:  
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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Beginning A Plan July 30, 2012

http://youtu.be/7qk_RWDa8sk

On June 20, 2012 I was unbanded due to my lapband eroding. I also had an infection and a hole in my stomach. I was banded May 2009 and had no issues with the band until the third year. This is MY journey. I want to share my journey to help someone out there who may be experiencing the same thing. Where do you go when you are unbanded? Do you want more surgery? How will you maintain? NOW WHAT? Well, I don't have the answers but maybe we can find them together.

Twitter: @lapbandlala
Facebook: www.facebook.com/LapbandLaLa
Blog: www.lapbandlala.wordpress.com
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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3rd Fill...Almost 12 weeks...6cc's

Today I had my 3rd fill. I am now at 6cc's. I had pretty good restriction with 5.5cc but I think this is going to do it for me!   My doctor's office said I was a rock star! Yes I am tooting my own horn. He said the average lapband patient loses 50lbs in a year and here I am just at 48lbs in almost 12 weeks.   Boy....am I proud. I am very happy I have put the work into my band that needed to be done.   Next week my new bellydancing classes start! I am also looking into Zumba classes. Variety will help me reach my goal.:thumbdown:   I love my band!:thumbup:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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2nd Fill...Now 5.5cc's in a 10cc Band

Whoo Hoo! 2nd fill was performed today and I have some restriction. My first fill was 2.5cc's in June and today they added 3cc's. Nurse said I would fill restriction but it will lessen over the next month. My third fill is scheduled for Aug. 11th.   So...what does restriction fill like....well if you eat too much or too fast....a rock in your chest! Ask me how I know...   Well, I ate the same 1 cup portion of soup today and I was FULL FULL FULL! Also felt it doing down.:blushing:   I also tried to take my vitamins and they had a bit of trouble going down. Back to chewables for a few days before I try to swallow those again, and they are not big pills.   I now have officially lost 35lbs and I am feeling pretty divaish! Giggle!   Loving life and ready to rock and roll!:thumbup:
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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17 Weeks Post Op...Progress

Hi Family!   Today is my 17 week post-op date.   As I sit and reflect on my progress I can't help but to be grateful. As I see the numbers go down on the scale, I know it will be the last time I see those numbers as long as I continue to do what I need to do. Eat right, exercise, take care of myself.   I always heard people say...the band is a tool. Now I can really and truly say I understand that. It is not a miracle worker, an overnight fixer, a cure-all.   You MUST....can't stress that enough....YOU MUST be ready for this in the head. If you are not you are setting yourself up for a huge disappointment.   I was ready....I do my work...I am within reach of my goal.   I have to share some things in case someone else has these issues. For the first time in my life, I had some strange things go on with my period. My last period was for 10 days and then within 12 days I had another period. I went to my doctor and they don't think it's serious but blood work was performed to be sure. Losing weight so fast can cause other things to go out of whack. I just want to share this with you because it's important to know your body will be a little confused with itself sometimes. (sorry fella's guess you did not really need to hear that but my ladies did)   We are amazing and wonderful creatures. The body is fabulous and can bounce back from anything, just take care of it because you only have one.   Also, the mood adjustment has been CRAZY! :tongue_smilie: One minute I will be on cloud nine, then something simple will just tick me off to no end. I'll stay mad for a little bit then I am back to being happy. There have been many "blah" days while on this journey. Sometimes I just don't know how to feel, then I am fine. Sometimes little things urk me, but I am over it in a heartbeat. Strange....yes I know....but you have to remember my body is changing and changing fast. All this weight loss has to effect me somehow.   But overall...I am so happy I did this for myself. I wish I would have considered it earlier but maybe I was not ready for it earlier.   So I embrace it, learn from it and work my band like the wonderful tool it is.   I did not weigh this week. I don't weigh all the time. I do not choose to be a slave to that scale anymore. As long as I feel good, and my clothes are getting loose I am fine. I try to at least weigh once every two weeks just to make sure I am still on the journey line.   So that's it for today folks. I just have to advise you to love yourself and enjoy the journey.   It did not take just one night to become overweight and it will not take one night to lose it all. Be patient and loving to yourself and you will be within reach of your goal soon!    
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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17 Months and Reflections

Hard to believe I am sitting here thinking over how far I've come!   When I started this journey I was 280lbs and being thin and healthy seemed so much of a dream. In fact it was a dream I held so many years that I was starting to dis-belive it.   I was always the chubby girl, the "cute in the face" girl who never got asked on dates....I don't have to say it all over again, majority of you know exactly where I am coming from.   Now I sit at my desk at about 160. (I flux between 155-165) and I am in a size 10 jean and a medium shirt. Something I just could not really see.   Life is good and I am blessed.   I enjoy my days so much more. I have become a true girly girl. Love the hair, nails, clothes and SHOES! Ha!   Without my LAP-BAND® (her name is Lilith) I would not have been able to enjoy this feeling of "LOVING MYSELF". Now my problem is...stopping myself from thinking I am TOO CUTE! But I allow myself that guilty pleasure for a while!   That person looking back at me in the mirror is who I knew was inside and I am so glad to get to know her.   I would not change the world for my journey and I would do it over in less than a heartbeat.   I was self pay and I'd pick up pennies again to do it all over if I had to.   I may now be looking at a tummy tuck. Not sure but I feel it tugging and I need to have that gone, but I will cross that bridge when I can get to it.   For now...I am grateful!
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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16 Weeks Post-Op...Loving Life...Need to go shopping!

I have tried on EVERYTHING in my closet. I have a wonderful dilemma....NOTHING FITS! :thumbup: All my dresses hang funny, my jeans are baggy and my shirts are falling off the shoulders! I have had to buy new underwear and bras to boot. Right now they just have to make due because I am not buying many clothes only to wear them for a few weeks then get more. The thrift shops are good and I have been hitting those up and I have a friend who is size 16 that has given me a lot of things to tide me over. I am taking all the TOO BIG stuff to the consignment shop so I can finance my new wardrobe! :wub: I have dropped another five pounds for a grand total of 65 pounds in 16 weeks! I added weights to my exercise routine this week and I am sure my body will sculpt up pretty nicely as long as I keep it up. But who wants to turn back now! By Christmas I could be in UNDERLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumbup: Life is good. I am at my sweet spot and everyday I have people seeing what wonderful results I have accomplished. Yes...I ACCOMPLISHED....don't let anyone tell you this is the easy way out. It is NOT. I do what I am suppose to...eat right and exercise. I just have a tool that assists me in the process. Easy way out my foot!!!!!!! I have a very supportive sister who I adore. I am almost at her weight and I think it's freaked her out a bit. She's not the jealous type but in about four more pounds I am going to be her weight and I think that makes her a little sad. You see...I was ALWAYS the heaviest sister. I can hear it in her voice but she still is so supportive, loving and kind. It was just sad to hear that little twinge in her voice when I told her I am down to 215. I feel good...I feel like shouting it from the roofs. There is a little pep to my step and a sway in the hips. This caterpillar is developing her wings and will be breaking out of her cocoon soon! I am BLESSED ya'll..... BLESSED!!!!!!!!!!!!    
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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14 months Post-Op....Laura Key

Bet you guys thought I abandoned you? NAH...I am a Realtor and let's just say...things have not been so fun for a while and I have been working so hard and concentrating on my business I have not had much time to do anything else.   So, for now I will just give you a short update.   I am steady at 155lbs. Anything less and I look sickly. My goal was 170lbs but my body settled at 155lbs so I am happy with that!   I have lost a total of 125lbs.   My year anniversary was May 21, 2010!   I am a size 10 but I am being told some of my jeans look baggy so I plan to go try on some size 8's? REALLY...I think I will pass out if I get some of them to fit! HA   I am wearing strapless dresses! Something I thought I'd never be able to do and even though I have a little flab. I don't care!   I am at my sweet spot. I have 4cc's in my band. Anything more and I get sick real easy.   I love my new body!   I still have a hard time getting in exercise but I work hard at it.   I still do what I am suppose to do to be successful. No soda, no junk, no slider foods.   I have trouble with some foods. Lilith (my band) does not like chicken wings (baked or anything else) She had a bit of a time with some fish and my steaks have to be medium rare. I can eat almost anything else.   So...that's it in a nutshell! I am hoping to get active on here again. PRAY that things turn around!!!!!!!! I need to sell some houses!:laugh: Why not go out on a limb? Isn't that where the fruit is?:cool:   Surgery Date: May 21, 2009 Starting Weight: 280lbs Dr. Michael Metz - St. Luke's Hospital Denver, CO:thumbup: Follow my progress thru photos: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/members/5...lbums3475
Lapband LaLa

Lapband LaLa

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