dylanmiles23

I couldn't play the video, it stopped. What does she say?

That is wonderful KFC made you feel that way. I hate fast food and it was before the band. My grandsons hate that I won't eat McDonald's. To me fast food is pizza, but good pizza. ​There is a tiny convenient store across from my condo complex and they make the best fried chicken and since the band I have not had any and I use to have it 2-4 times a week.

Hi everyone When I went to the gym today there was a sign for a new class, Brazilian Butt. What is that? The woman at the desk didn't have a clue. I just lost a lot of weight to get rid of my butt, don't need it back and bigger.

I pay $20. for pedi and $10. for mani. Waxing is $7. for eye brows. I live just outside of Boston. All the nail salons are owned by Vietnamese in my area and they do the best job. My town is about 30,000 people and there are maybe 15 nail salons.

I so agree with everything you wrote. Last night I was looking in the big mirror in the bathroom and saw the Bingo arms-OMG! I have lost 73 pounds since March, 2012 but only around 45 since July when I got banded and that bothers me a lot. I did get down to 193 once or twice but I stay around 195. But then it took longer than one year for me to get to the 268. We are eating healthier and moving my sedate bodies and that deserves a star.*

I think fear is in all of us. With the Band, it can be removed, By-pass, NO, the sleeve, your stomach is gone more or less. That is what made me think the band was the only choice. I am thrilled I have it and it is working for me to control my large portions. Good luck with your choice.

I love that you asked a great question. With so many STD's around would you like it if your female partner gave you one?

Welcome. You were very smart to find this site before your surgery. I found it late but glad I found it. A few things I wish I did before, like take before pictures and measurements. I didn't start measurements until 2 months after the Band so I have no idea how many inches I really loss. My heaviest was March, 2012 and the surgery was the end of July, 2012, so I know I have lost many many inches. Love fitting into smaller clothes. The best feeling is trying on a size that you are convinced won't fit and they are BIG! ​Enjoy your new life as a thinner person and listen to your doctor and dietitian because every person on this site, their's have different thoughts.

​Perfect as always. Thank you for your wonderful words.

​I know I want thinness and healthiness more than bad foods. When I got banded, the junk food left the building with Elvis. Also being that I am a very fussy eater I buy my husband foods that I would never eat. I got fat eating lots of breads. I only eat bread in restaurants if it's really good. I also love buying and wearing smaller size clothes. Nothing looks and feels better than feeling great about yourself. So as CG would say, suck it up and get over it. You had how many years of fun eating-I had 61 1/2 years, I am done.

I am from Boston, home of Dunkin' Donuts. They are on every corner here. My small town has 4 of them. Krispy Creme failed in this area. That did hit home. I miss donuts. My favorite is a powder donut filled with thick chocolate frosting. My record is 3 in 10 minutes. I even know which DD's has the best donuts, that is awful. Have a great day. Arlene

Congratulations on the getting the band. I am one of the weird ones, I never researched or looked on line. My lung doctor told me you are doing this and I never looked back. I found this site and being computer challenged I didn't know how to find everything and read negatives. I guess that was good for me. Just remember the band is a tool and needs your help to work. Also every doctor and dietitian in this world have their own rules. When in doubt call them. We all try to help with general questions. Arlene

I use a Fitbit to keep track. I don't use a food scale but I buy my protein items in 4 oz portions. There are on line free sites that many people use also. Today I am making 1 pound of meatballs and know 3 are one meal

Don't ever give up on yourself. I got the band at 61 1/2 and it is the best thing I have done for me and the rest of the world. I can move. I eat in restaurants many times a week and have no problems. Tonight I had salmon from the children's menu and brought 1/2 home. I had lunch with a high school friend last week and did great. I just don't like breakfast out. I did go on Sunday with MIL and 2 of my grandsons and had 1 piece of toast because I had a shake at home. Have fun with the girls and your husband and enjoy life. I am from Boston and last week sucked here, enjoy yourself!!!!!!!!! Now call the girls for a night out and order smart. Arlene

I buy body fortress and it comes in vanilla. It is under $20 at Walmart The protein is around 26 a scoop

Should say gum. Just love these iPhones that correct themselves

You can't eat with wet nail polish on. I use top coat every night