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New Year....New Outlook on Life

Well it has been too long since I have updated this journey through "Bandland" so here goes.....   I have good days and bad days. Thank goodness I have more good than bad. I used to wonder what the process would be like for me when it came to finding out what I would be able to eat and what would be "off-limits".... When they say that you will just have to try things and find out...they weren't exaggerating. You will literally not know what is going to happen(or not) until it goes in your mouth...and either further or not. I realize this is Not a pleasant subject but I promise never to sugar coat anything. It may seem that things are ok and then look-out!!!! GET OUT OF THE WAY!!!!!! OR.... things will be just fine. I have discovered that after many attempts to eat bread....It is no longer my friend.   On the other hand when you find out what you can eat without difficulty....you may find yourself eating the same five or six foods all the time because it is easier than getting sick. I find that I get impatient with myself and have to be reminded that I am JUST 2 months post-op. All things will work out in time.. I have NOT ONE OUNCE of regret for the decisions I have made so far and with the help and encouragement of all of you out there..I am making improvements every day !!!   Cheri PS Next fill is Jan 25:thumbup:
salty1986

salty1986

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New energy-----New agendas

2010 is just a few weeks old and yet things are off to a great start. I actually look forward to getting exercise and trying new forms of exercise. I can go into GNC now and not feel like a fish out of water. I am taking care of myself and striving to be the healthiest version of myself that I can be.   I have determined that this year I am going to complete projects that I had started long ago. I now have a renewed energy that kept me from seeing things through. I hate to admit it but I have neglected so many things because I was always tired or sluggish.   I am going to paint my kitchen, finish some quilting projects, maybe even plant a small garden(if winter ever decides to end) I find that I'm no longer content to sit down and just read all weekend. I want to see my goals achieved.   If I can repeat myself just one more time ..... I am so very happy with my decision to have this surgery and I am going to encourage others to do the same. It truly IS life-changing!!!!
salty1986

salty1986

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First fill Dec 14,2009

Well I wasn't sure what to expect for this visit. I had no problem with the office visit and the fill itself.....but I felt like the band was now around my throat. I felt like I couldn't swallow...but buck up little camper this is ok it will pass. I came home and had some clear liquids that day(very small amounts) and the next day I went to full liquids, then mushie...you all know the drill... I tried the soft foods I had been eating and what a noticeable difference. I could not eat any more than a half cup total!! Well I found that out the hard way..... I struggle with eating slow....I find that when I am alone I do fine but when I am with other people that are eating I eat too fast and then I am miserable. I hope that my fellow bandsters here can offer advice. Only people who have lived this can know what we deal with . I guess I am a little frustrated but hey I am just keeping it real.   Here's to a better day tomorrow! Cheri:crying:
salty1986

salty1986

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Way Too Long..............

It has been way too long since I have posted anything. There have been so many things going on in my life that I forgot about this wonderful sight. I want to say that I have had good weeks and bad weeks but don't we all? Is having this lap band a challenge? YES!! But it is a challenge I will face head on every day! I have to constantly remind myself that this is a life journey. I took many years to put this weight on and I have to realize that it WILL take a while to take it off. I will celebrate my one year Band-aversary on Nov 12, 2010 and so far I have lost almost 80 pounds. I want to encourage everyone here to take this journey with your eyes wide open. There is a beginning, a very long, but rewarding middle, and though we may reach our weight goal.....the journey never ends, and that's NOT a bad thing because WE ARE WORTH every tear shed, every ounce of sweat at the gym, and every pound lost!   Take Care my Lap-Band friends May we all celebrate our successes together.   Salty1986:thumbup:
salty1986

salty1986

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First post-op visit

I met with the PA today and she said that everything was looking real good. I'm all healed up. I still have occasional pain near the port...but all in all I have no thing major to report.   I also met with the nutritionist today and she gave the next three phases of the plan. I started phase 3 today and let me say the scrambled egg that I ate for lunch was such a welcome change from soup!!   I am cooking for my husband and son tomorrow(Thanksgiving) and I must say I'm good with that......most of the joy comes from seeing those guys happy....besides I think I might try some potato with gravy.Again I say anything but chicken soup!!!   Walking helps me deal with the "Head hunger"   Things are looking up! Cheri Salty1986
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Patiently waiting for snow to end.......

Here we are nearing the end of February and here in New Hampshire.....we are still getting snow with little chance of it ending soon, BUT nevertheless, I am determined to stay positive and keep a good outlook on life.   I had my second fill last Monday and started to have a few issues keeping food down, so I called my Doc. and I went in today to have a bit of an UN-fill. I don't know what the deal is but maybe I am one of those people that will have to take it slow for a bit longer.....any way I will do whatever my Doc says and I am sure that I can be right on track by next month. I was so discouraged because I have been following the plan however I was miserable and felt bloated and overfull. Maybe it's in my head but right away after she took out 1.5cc I have felt better. Nothing magical but at least I can have soft stuff without being uncomfortable. I saw my PCP yesterday for the first time since surgery and she was proud of me. She was asking me about the port and how the fills are done. It was the first time in FOREVER that I didn't cringe before getting on the scale!!!!:rolleyes2: To my fellow bandster buddies We Did The Right Thing!!! Life is good!!
salty1986

salty1986

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I survived Thanksgiving!!!!!

I know that I am posting on Saturday...but I wanted to share my Thursday with everyone who will read this. For the better part of my adult life I have LOVED to cook. I always have enjoyed cooking for my family especially on holidays. I have always struggled with getting everything to the table hot!   This year...I think I had everything timed perfectly! Now, this year I am not able to eat anything but the mashed potatoes and a touch of gravy...but I was able to sit down WITH my husband and son and we ate together. Before I was up and down every few minutes getting something else)   I guess that the stresses of years past were caused by my lack of focus on the fam...and too much focus on the yam....(haha...I made a joke). This year, one of my goals is to eat to live.....NOT live to eat!!!:thumbup:
salty1986

salty1986

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Life Is Good!!!

I have decided that this whole journey that we are on is better faced with a positive attitude. :biggrin:   I made the choice to have this surgery. I researched all that I could BEFORE I registered for the program. I know that all of my past efforts failed...and sadly it took for me to get to my highest weight before I took things seriously.   I made a promise to myself that I was going to use this band as a tool to keep me on pace. It is not a magic wand that will make the temptations disappear, it will provide that subtle reminder that I don't ever want to go back to the old habits that got me overweight in the first place.   We need to keep focused on the real reason we have made this choice...to stay alive and healthy! No bad food choice is worth the risk of losing what is really important.....family and loved ones!   I am not going to let negativity slow down my progress!!!!!! How about you?   Salty1986:laugh:
salty1986

salty1986

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First day back at work

I went back to work today and I have to admit it wasn't as easy as I thought it would be. I don't know if it was such a good idea to try for an 8 hour day off the bat. I work in retail and they were very good to me(gave me the easy jobs). I thought it wouldn't be any big deal to have my "Lunch" with everyone else...but I struggled to eat as slow as I should have.....we all know the result of that. I had to regroup and try again. I'm thinking of taking protein shakes for lunch until I get the hang of this. The support there is incredible an for that I am thankful. This journey that we are on is like a treasure hunt..we follow the path and it will lead us to the buried treasure......the newer better version of ourselves.   Life is good, Cheri
salty1986

salty1986

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5 Days Post-Op

I have really enjoyed reading about the experiences that the other "Banders" have shared and I thought that maybe I could put some of my own on a blog. Hey.. If I can help someone else out ...Life is good.   I had a relatively easy surgery. I went in @ 8:00 on Nov 12, 2009 and was able to go home by 4:00 that same day. Like everyone else, I wasn't sure what to expect....I mean we all went to the support groups and the classes, but everyone reacts differently.   I thought that when I took sips of water or juice, they were what I considered small. I found out just how nasty that regurgitation thing felt. I have to really concentrate on drinking very slowly. I get hiccups(?sp) and I know that I need to slow down.   All in all I am very happy with my decision to have this surgery and I can't wait to go shopping and not have to struggle with sizes!! Till Next time Salty1986:thumbup:
salty1986

salty1986

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Almost one month post-op!!

I am feeling fantastic! I have energy that I never thought I would have... I am scheduled for my first fill on Dec 14. My weight loss seems to have stalled a little but slow and steady wins the race. I have a friend that had the gastric bypass and she asked if I wish that I would have chosen that instead...she said that I could have lost so much more that way. I made the right choice for me and I wouldn't change a thing! I have found that there are foods that I am afraid to try and for now that's ok. I am sticking with the plan. I am looking forward to the go ahead to begin some exercise other than walking. Loving all the support from everyone elsesblogs and discussions!!! For today... Cheri
salty1986

salty1986

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"Too bad you didn't wait til after the holidays..."

Well.....the choice was made for me. I was given a date and frankly I am glad that it was scheduled the way it was. Call me a fanatic, but I believe that things happen for a reason! I made enough excuses in the past why I should wait for "tomorrow" and the only thing it got me was an extra five pounds that I had to deal with. The idea of celebrating the Holiday Season without all the food, for some, is equal to not enjoying yourself. Personally I choose to look at it like I will be able to focus on the other ways joy is brought to those we love. Hugs,...singing, making gifts from the heart,   This year I am going to focus on all things NOT food related! Salty
salty1986

salty1986

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"And the beat goes on..............."

It's a beautiful Sunday morning and Life Is Good!! I went walking yesterday and I really didn't have a plan except to get some fresh air.I'm not sure how far I walked but I was gone for about 30-45 minutes. How nice to get out of the house for a while. Last night I had my first feeling of "I just want to eat something" I told hubby that I was having a moment and we talked and the I redirected myself to a computer game(it was too late to start a project) and I got through it.   :cool2: I'm sure there will be times when my head is going to play tricks......I just need to acknowledge these thoughts for what they are.........old habits in their final gasps........... I am challenging myself to face these temptations head on and then to move forward...not looking back!
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