JennyBee

I'm in south Florida and I've never seen a Trader Joes. It sounds very similar to Whole Foods..... Anyone know if they are pretty much the same?

I'm in south Florida and I've never seen a Trader Joes. It sounds very similar to Whole Foods..... Anyone know if they are pretty much the same?

I'm in south Florida and I've never seen a Trader Joes. It sounds very similar to Whole Foods..... Anyone know if they are pretty much the same?

My next fill Is scheduled for 10/9.... I feel like my restriction is not as it was before. Since I had 0.75 tAken out, I'm expecting a small fill... Maybe 0.25 or 0.5 if that..

Just had CHILIS for dinner...some chips and guacamole, 1/4 chicken breast, broccoli florets, black beans, and I picked from my kids chocolate molten dessert!!! Oh yeah, I had some merlot wine:) How can I forget!!! I'm stuffed!!

Ever thought I'd be even close to the size I was 12 yrs ago on my wedding day!!!!!!!!!

You guys are ALL my inspirations as well!! Thank you!

Thank you all!!! Never could have done it without all of you guys and your encouragement!!

I just posted a pic on s new thread!! It fits holy S@!t!!!

I could have written this myself!!! I was banded 2/14/12, with no problems until 3 weeks ago. Like you, started w/mild reflux then I had to make myself vomit after meals to feel relief. My doctor took out 0.75 cc and it felt like heaven. Instant relief. I now have about 5.5 cc in my band. The bad part is that now I feel that I could eat more since my restriction is not as much as before. I still measure everything out and haven't gained, yet I feel I need a teeny fill which I have scheduled for October. My doctor gave me a prescription for an x-ray incase the symptoms returned, but so far so good. My band was indeed a bit too tight and had irritated my stomach. Best of luck to you!

Thanks! This should be great for my kids too!!

Fat free ricotta cheese w/pizza sauce in top, baked at 350 for 14 min or so:)

You go boy!!!! Wishing you luck on this journey.....

My BMI was 30 when I decided to get my band... I am barely 5 ft tall. I went to my initial consult, and 2 weeks later I had my band. Best decision ever. I feel like I did a very smart thing, I did not want my 55 lbs to turn into 100, or 150 lbs to lose. I highly recommend the band to low BMIers.

Awww Suzeeq u r so sweet!!!! Thank you so much for your kind words! Good luck to all if you in this amazing journey!

And thank u Michelle!!!!

Thank u Concept and Cristy! I pretty much follow the band rules 98% of the time! Lol I just had an unfill actually b/c I was getting reflux and getting stuck w/anything. I have about 5CC in my band, and can eat anything. I bought little 1/2 cup containers to bring to work w/me and thats how I measure my food. I probably should exercise though yo tone up! That's my downfall. Well...., let's share some before and after pics!! I would love to see this thread grow!

The before was 2 days before my band in February 2012... The after was today!

Thanks Jes! I'm actually a medical technologist! I sure hope more people post their pics, support is what it's all about!!

Let's do it! Before...

Hi there! Im sure I dont go over 1100 calories a day, wine included. I weigh and measure everything I eat, and if I decide to go for that 2nd glass, then I'll just have 1/4 cup of frozen yogurt for dessert instead of the 1/2 serving. Besides, dont they say red wine is good for the heart? (in moderation, ofcourse!)

I have a glass (sometimes2) glasses of red wine a night and I have been losing weight at an awesome pace. I love the fact that it fits right into my daily caloric intake and I couldn't be happier with my weightloss. I have not had to give up anything I love, and that's why I LOVE MY BAND!!!

I'm Cuban so I need my shot of expresso every morning..... Cant live w/o it! It also supresses( not enhances) my apetite. My surgeon did not tell me to avoid it, so I'm drinking it as I always have. My weight is still melting off, I feel great, so "LONG LIVE COFFEE!!!!!!!"

Wow....soon this will all be over. Keeping u and yours in my prayers!

Hi mike! Welcome, I'm in S. Florida and Isaac just passed through here. I sure hope it's not too bad,for you guys over there.. we had a lot if wind,rain, and flooding. Best wishes in your journey, soon you will be a "bandster!"