LilMissDiva Irene

I felt restriction the moment I came to after surgery. I've had two fills so far. #1 was for 2.0cc and the second was for 0.5cc and I have a 10cc band. I'm doing fine with what I have. I haven't felt the need to go get another one since my last. I'll wait it out to see what happens.

Huh? I didn't see this thread earlier, so sorry it to me so long to say "I Love You Too"!! This is my most favoritest group on this website as well...:biggrin:

#2... I was watching a show I record on my DVR called "I Lost It" from Discovery health the other day. I was just astounded because the girl they showcased lost about 80 lbs. and she did a good job. However, I think the editors of that show made a big mistake though because they showed her at Outback making selections from the menu and asking a million questions to the waitstaff and asking for special order cooking (low fat, no oils, etc.). Well, then in the next scene she is sitting there with her friends and they are all chowing down on a Bloomin' Onion! Just thought I'd share.

Of course, which is why I said a little self-study is in order.

My surgeon and dietician suggested this, and I do this to the best of my ability. I can tell the difference between when I do drink plenty of water during the day and when I don't. Sometimes a little "self-study" is in order. :hurray:

kt 999, that second story was just brute mean. It's stories like these I just don't get. That wasn't even meant to be nice in any way. I don't understand what kind of satisfaction people get from saying things like this to someone else.

Well, then that would make him around my age... so that's not so bad.

Tara, Sorry to hear about the floods! So much bad weather seems to be everywhere right now. Here in Cali we are going to deal with 100 degree weather starting today and going thru the next four days, and dry winds too... That spells disaster here in the way of fires. Also as far as the bad feelings go, that is quite normal for people being restricted with food to go through. We talk alot about it at our group meetings. Don't worry, I'm sure that will pass. It may not for overnight, and maybe not even for awhile - but it will. Just keep plugging away. Besides, you don't have to give up your favorite foods. I don't, and I won't! Just don't do it all the time, and when you are eating it - you'll be eating very slow and small portions. Keep being who you are, there are so many here who find you endearing and you crack me up! I love it when people are themselves, no matter what anyone else thinks. Vent here anytime - we are all here for you! peek, Loved your post! I think that's great you are going to work out more! Come through here more often, it' always room for one more. :cry_smile: Queenie, You know I love you girl! Stop being so hard on yourself, in my opinion you are running right along side the pack. Keep that dream alive and it will happen! :hurray: BrandyII, I never send my ticker backward! I have a "NO BACKWARD" agreement with mine. It only goes forward! By the way, I'm 5'6" as well. I'm pretty comfortable with it, but sometimes I wish I could stretch my body a few extra inches. :hurray:

How old is Matt Damon anyway? I never really thought about it. There are some youngster celebs out there that I wouldn't consider either though because I even prefer the more mature types. Heck, my DH is ten years older than me. I think he is sexy as hell! Love him! But, Matt Damon has a boyish charm about him that I find very appealing.

I'm on the tapshoes bandwagon too! I probably have way more than the 25% here not liking me, and that's probably because so many people don't like the perky types. I don't care though! I won't change... nope, not me!!

Hi WASa, don't see you much! How are you? Good I hope. :biggrin2: I agree with this post, I do drink a protein shake first thing in the morning after my decaff. It hits the spot and I always like to make sure I'm getting something for Breakfast. I get a bit hungry very early in the morning and there isn't alot of time for me to sit down and eat properly. Besides, this might sound weird, but I just LOVE the taste. That being said, I don't really concentrate too much on all high protein, all low carbs. I just try to eat like a normal person, small portions and well balanced and staying mindful of your healthier options. Also, the shake does hold me for quite awhile. I'll usually drink it about 5:30 am and won't eat again until about 8:00, a banana - and then sometimes I don't even want that. Gotta have it though, I never miss my daily banana. :thumbup: Also, I've been banded for about 3.5 months. I've lost ONLY 35.5 lbs. Woe is me! :thumbup:

Yippee! Can't wait. thx, Tara!

Count me in Y'all! I need a little motivator right now. Man, I've been considering that BodyBugg myself. I just don't have the funds right now. Besides, I'm still big enough to where I don't really need it that bad. I'm sure that day will come though! Name................Current....Goal......Lost...Still to Lose by July 4th Bea1129.............231........200.......3......28(by 7/4) BigBandFan..........296........270.......0......26 Epm316..............235........200.......0......35 (by 7/4) faithmd.............305.5......300.......4.1....5.5(by6/21) Hastings............253........228.......0......25 KarenG..............174........160.......0......14 (by 7/4) kathystrick.........318........288.......0......30 legster.............193........180.......4......13 Leslie2Lose.........226........208.......7......18 (by 7/4) LessNLess...........149........140.......2.......9 Lilmissband-aid.....247.5......225.......0....22.5 Luu2008.............215........185.......0......30 (by 7/4) luvinke.............217........190.......4......23 Marissa's Mom.......388........358.......0......30 (by 7/4) MollyMolly..........199........188.......5......11 nancy52.............197........170.......0......27 Nettie..............193........170.......0......23 Newhope4me..........177........160.......0......17 NukeChik............235........222.......7......13 nurse7263...........244........150.......0......24 (by 7/4) renewedhope.........193........170.......4......23 Sades...............197........185.......0......12 Sunshine2...........179........160.......2......17 (by6/29) Tess415.............327........299.......5......30 TexasFire67.........170........145.......0......25 Wombat712...........135.8......120.......0......15.8 Lenore1890..........267.7......247.......0......20

mhazel, what a great way to keep from thinking about food. Matt Damon is quite yummy and would make a great dessert! Look at that smile... Whoot!

Sounds like you are close to that sweet spot Angie, I hope it works out for you. Let us know how it goes! :thumbdown:

Shiny, you're rockin' it! Looking mahvelous!!

Aw, thanks!:tongue2: Just calling it like I see it though. It's not easy posting a picture on the internet for everyone to see, but I just want everyone here who does that to know it's appreciated and helpful for everyone who is struggling to make a band decision or who needs a boost to get them back on track... like "hey look at that super cute girl and she's doing it, so can I"! I'd love to be your band sister! :biggrin2:

I have to chime in here... The Dr. support group meetings have been a blessing to me. It is so wonderful to have a large number of IRL people who know what you are going through. You will be inspired by many and will be thankful you decided to go.

:smile2::tongue2::lol:RSG. YOU. ARE. AMAZING.:crying::lol::sad::lol: Hey, not everyone has lost 50. I've too only lost 35 lbs. and you had surgery a few weeks after me. Vent away sister!

aveamora, you were only banded one day after me and you're a wonderful job! jaxbandster, Ms. Curvalicious, you look smokin'!

T minus 47.5

Well said and I agree with both sides to an extent. I'm more along the lines of ANYONE, big or small who say hurtful things about someone's weight, big or small. It's wrong on both accounts. I have been both, big and small. When I was thin I used to get teased, I think even more than I did when I was larger. As for the naming of this thread, it never really meant that much to me as I didn't name it. I never tried to analyze that, but the discussion however has been good for the most part. I personally have never been offended by someone telling me I had a pretty face, because I've always been told that, big or small. But when you hear of people outright being humiliated in front of others, i.e. Cerrin and the screws being thrown at her then you just have to give support. That is what we are ALL here for - again, big or small, whatever the circumstance.

That sounds kind of ridiculous... and I thought my surgeon was conservative?? My goodness! You might be better off seeing if there is someone else you can go to. Contact your insurance provider, and you might want to even put in a formal complaint about this surgeon to them.