Hi All,

I am going in today for my 3rd fill. My weight is still trending down but weight loss has been slower than the pre op diet weeks. That is only to be expected. We are not perfect and I have been a little naughty at times - though nowhere near to the same extent.

The restriction on the band is starting to "kick in" now. I had my first instance of something getting temporarily stuck the other day. The good news is that, due once again to the excellent infortmation I have been given, I was able to understand what was happening. I was also empowered to deal with the situation effectively and quickly.

Some other interesting things have been happening. I have been getting very few comments about weight loss from people I know and see every day. Work mates and friends have either noticed and not said anything, or have not noticed.

Very noticable is the comments from friends an acquaintances I have not seen for some time. Many have commented they have noticed I am losing weight. I find that to be quite interesting! The comments are very motivating. I have stuck by my decision to tell very few people about the operation for a variety of reasons. When people ask i just tell them that I am being careful what I eat, have cut down my quantities and am exercising more. The truth - but perhaps not the whole truth!

I must say though, that if I was asked by someone struggling with their weight I would tell them and encourage them to take step to have the surgery. It still remains the best decision I have made!

AJ