Julie norton

I truly appreciate the long term banders sharing info .... Even if we have very different experiences. I gleen a lot ideas and opinions here and I am thankful. Just passing 8 1/2 years this week and still thrilled with long term (KEY WORD) weight loss Thanks to all

kW. I had some work done .. TT / paniculy about 11 weeks ago. Have had a bit of experience also. I say go for it! Soo happy that 8 lbs. (yes eight) of belly fat is gone. Haven't seen my stomach this flat since high school ! Consultations can be free or deducted from surgery depending on office procedure. I felt like I was taking good care of myself for doing some tune up work each time. Sixty is easier than 50 for me. Good luck on your decisions. Many others have experience too on these boards.

Maybe add a high protein bar? I look go 20+ grams of protein for the least amount of calories. I like quest bars the best. Protein soup packets? Some jerky if tolerable? Cottage cheese? Hard boiled eggs? Chicken salad? Just throwing out a few things that have been good for me and some others. Good luck. There is some good info on this board . I do know about lapband and not with sleeve so sorry if this is not workable for you.

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Just an update. all was fabulous. The weather was spectacular.Mother son dance was sweet as can be

Thank you all. It is just so fast and fun!!! Rehearsal wedding. What a great time

Thanks for the support???? great pic sharpie!!! Flowers all morning. The bridesmaids are on to champagne Rehearsal this aft. Dinner at shadow brook which is super nice My son will be MARRIED TOMORROW!!!! Best thing to happen to me in a year!!!

I would do this journey all over again... At a younger age. I would consider VSG as I have seen and heard great things. Please post your opinion. I believe Lots of people are interested Thanks

Thought it would be lovely to see a positive , happy post about how good bands CAN work. I am happy and healthy and wouldn't trade it for anything. Hope other banders will chime in on a great tool. Just for this forum, could we request no horror stories or revisions? I would so appreciate that... Hoping others will also. Thank you in advance ????

Thank you experienced banders. I really appreciate positive good things about the band. I could not have reclaimed my life without it???????? What a great tool!!! Getting ready for day concert Ana Popovic. Coco montoya and the Queen bee. BONNIE RAITT. I can dance and be happy. I Still can't sing worth a sh@t. Smiling though????????

Have a bloody good time✈️. So many sights. A great underground transit. (Walkable city w/ underground .) Cute cabs ...great architecture ..history abounds YOU fitting in everywhere... That is the best????

Tried this today with some broccoli and thought it was decent. Protein rich. Swells up to a spaghetti size. Decent flavor. Another option w/ protein!

Some of us old bandsters are still around. We hide at times bc we have been through a lot of questions and answers in my opinion... ???????? my band. This year will be 9 years. I'm am compliant. And I do have liquid days ( thanks B-52) that help ... But very occasionally Happy and healthy. With a TT thrown in this year which helped me to lose my last 10 lbs I was aiming for... But willing to concede if needed.

What a wonderful feeling... Not dreading going to a formal event and looking forward! to it. And got the dress!!! Good for you! I felt like I hit the lotto when I found the dress and shoes to wear to my sons wedding in a couple of weeks Got it altered ( after TT) and so ready to wear a fitted garment!! Feels good to FEEL GOOD????

I was a bit private about my plastics. I only told my trainer and very close friends. One whom took Me to surgery and 2 people who helped out after. Many friends know about my sons wedding in 2 weeks ( yikes) and I tell them I am working out a lot. ????True. And watching everything I eat right now... Lots of chicken thighs and veges .. Also true. Professional pictures have that effect on me .... Guessing there will be a lot Taken that day. ????so let's keep dancing, break out the booze ...and have a ball. ( old song for you youngsters)

I'm not sure Oregon. I surely haven't hosted.. Alex said reach out to a new VIP this week so I am picking you???? I am 60. Banded in 2006...successfully lost and maintained 100 lbs ....Widowed last year suddenly... California native 3 generations. That's enough @ me Tell me something about you ( I'm on smart phone so I can't see too much info like computer)

I have two sisters also. Siamese-tabby mix. They seem to have a love each other- snuggle. --To I'm gonna bite my sister and chase her. Golly, one has fur spot missing ...thanks to her lovely sis... They are company for me daily????and I adore them more than I imagined

That was a confusing link... As far as I know , you can join us to chat about what is on your mind anytime???? I don't know about the challenge link as I also got a monthly payment offer? Just glad to be here!

My band has clearly shut the door on salsa, onions(raw), bread, tomatoes and Chinese food... Took me years to finally say I won't try those again. Or later. I cannot figure out the Chinese food restriction... So I just say: Ok band. We are doing things your way...

Sorry Liz, That is a tough position to be in. Like the others, I would NOT have reacted well had my brother wanted to " talk" about my former size. Sigh. Guess it is true we can truly only be our own guide.... I think it may be that we know how WE feel pre and post op. No advice... But glad we are here to listen.... More than one member has mentioned you could write an article as you are eloquent ????

Absolutely amazing transformation ! So happy for your healthy life. Thank goodness for WLS ????

I miss this forum... Happy moms day ❤️????to any and all... Looking forward to seeing the grown "kids" tomorrow. Are they still called kids when they have been out of the house for years? That's what my mom did.. So I will as well to honor her... (Gone 11 years next week) I asked for nothing but a heartfelt homemade card????

boy... Just when some of us real-long-timers think we got this covered....along comes a hungry couple of days? Generally. ...Back to regular normal pattern, but it does take me by surprise on occasion...don't see rhyme or reason. ie. stress, imbibing, Etc. Just more hungry for a few days. Don't know if I'm the only one who feels this sparingly?

I would like to hoist up the girls.. Soon. ...Without implants... My concern is my port 2" down in the middle... Any one have breast surgery w/ mid- port? I was concerned w/ TT/ plication but surgeon said he saw my port ... So perhaps this is done more than I know.... Which is nothing about breast lifts..

So nice to hear a positive band story. Many people have luck and just don't post... Lots Who have issues post all about them . Happy bandster here