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So true for many of us.

My scales said so lol

September 17, 2013 270 lbs Size: 18/20 6 month 2 weeks post-op Total - Pre and Post (7mo): 122 lbs

RIP. It's been quite the journey. I was banded on January 10, 2011. I weighed 275 pounds that day. In September of 2012, my band had slipped and I underwent emergency surgery to unbuckle it temporarily. After a great deal of thought, I made the decision to "rebuckle" the band after gaining 40 pounds. On May 17, 2013, I went under the knife for the 3rd time and was "re-banded." Things seemed to be going well, but suddenly took a turn for the worst. I couldn't deny that I had the same pains as before. I couldn't eat much food or find the energy to get out of bed. On August 8, 2013, I had emergency surgery to remove my LapBand for good. Now that the weight is off, I need to keep it off. FOR GOOD. I'm petrified of failing, but I will not make it an option. I've come too far to go back to my old ways. Band or no band - I have, I can, and I will conquer obesity. Thank you, bandsters, for all of the love, support, and encouragement you have given me over the last few years. I was granted another shot at life. Thank you for being a part of my journey.

8th August 2013

This is my surgeon.