A lot less

I am a reformed cola addict. I would drink cokes all day, then I went to one a day. Before the surgery I had to let go my friends ( junk food and cokes). I made a mistake and sipped a drink and what my stomach went through I decided not to make that mistake again. Can we say "tiny bubbles" all in my stomach.

FairyFacade, rather than my mothers, I am getting my daughter's hand me downs as well as another bandsters clothes. Right now I'm shopping cheap and buying very few clothes until I lose more weight. I need to buy a few more pants, I can get away with the tops cause its winter and I can pretty much keep a sweater over the tops. I'm so excited about wearing my daughters clothes (she has been such a doll about sharing). I'm 55 and she's 35, so some are not too frilly for a old lady like me. lol

I do! i have a few pairs of jeans in a 7/8 and a pair of bermuda shorts in a 9 that i can now pull up but can't quite button. i buy things very cheap or get them for free. I agree with you, Sweethot, most of my clothes are cheap (walmart, target,etc) or from way back when I was in my smaller days that I kept just in case I did lose weight,also I am getting clothes from a friend of mine that had a lapband and she's losing faster than me. lol

Merry Christmas everyone, Glad I came to this sight, cause I'm stuck like a mug, lol. I had coffee this morning to easy the band. Later I had a protien drink, couldn't drink it all. Thought I'd taste a piece (very small) of ham to see if it was ready, now it's still here with me. The band is fickle, but thank God for it. Didn't get anything for Christmas, but I did get my band (8-10-07) and most of all I'm still alive and I'm thankful for Jesus. Be blessed everyone. Gloria

Bandster, glad that things are looking up for you. We are here for you, that's why its called "lapbank talk". Vent if you want to, we all need somewhere to vent with people that can and will understand JUST what we're going through. Sometimes hind sight is 20/20. You wanted to help your brother and it was a nice gesture and I know that he probably feels bad and was afraid to tell you. Things will work out, just wait and see. PM me with a "praise report".

AppleSmith, I HAVE to join in on this conversation. I am deathly afraid of needles. I stressed so much before the first fill. It was a heck of lot better than I thought. The doctor was so nice to talk to me (I told him I was scared) while he was trying to find the port (stuck me twice) and I only felt a sting and PRONTO it was over. I was so happy I could have kissed him. The 2nd and 3rd was just the same (he says that my port moves, so he has to poke around for it). I have a little restriction, but I'm hoping that I reach that "sweet" spot soon, cause I'd still like to NOT have get the fills. I look at the ceiling and think that I'm somewhere else, he's talking and I'm not hearing a thing, "blah, blah, blah". LOL

Andree, try looking for the "to go" crystal lite drinks. They are at Walmart where they sell the kool-aide, etc. You can take them with you where ever you go, I like the "peach tea".

Bandster 1007, I am so sorry to hear about what's happening to you and your family. I can understand, although I had insurance which does make a big difference. I couldn't have gotten the band without it. Slow down and breathe. The stress has taken over. Think about the band long term, health problems, living to see children, grandchildren and live a long and healthy life with your DH. Bandster. Take one day at a time and one problem at a time. I agree with Sunshine2, tell your brother about the payment and how you stuck your neck out for him. The 1st, 2nd fill didn't give me any restriction, so I had to go on my strenght and it was not all that good. Lost only 2 lbs after the 2nd fill-I was too dissappointed cause a friend of mine started together and she's already lost over 50 lbs. and I've only lost 37. I have to keep thinking I'll get there maybe my metabolism is not as fast as hers. I'm on my 3rd fill and I have some restriction, not much.Draw strenght from this web site and first and formost from God. He allowed this surgery and he'll see you and your family get through this. You will be in my thought and prayers. I know that it looks bleak, but this too will pass. Be blessed. Gloria

Thanks goodness!!!!fully clothed minus the shoes, too.

Lisa, Sorry to hear about your MIL. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Psalm 91:1-2. Be blessed. Gloria

Good afternoon all, It's been awhile since I've posted but things are rushing in like a fllod with me. satan has tried to attack me in every way possible. I feel so helpless, all the while knowing that God still is in control. I am so scared of test and I just found out that I have a training ( 3 days) to go to in January (paraprofession) and already I'm stressing. There are other problems as well, but I won't go into them. A co-worker gave me a scripture this morning (Numbers 6:24-26) and right now I'm standing on that. Please pray for me today. I'm sitting here almost in tears tying this and I'm sure the students are looking and thinking I'm having a breakdown (usually I'm upbeat). Thank goodness they are working on the computers.:ranger: Lapband, I'm so happy and thankful about your dad and your friend. Wanda, I felt the same way after being banded--feels so different, like I'm me, but not me. I assumed it's the body telling the mind, if I can change so can you. LOL Christmas (the spirit of Christmas) is in us all. We celebrate Christ everyday. Put on some christmas music and sit for a while and thank God for today and his goodness. This too shall pass. Thanks everyone for your prayers in advance. Have a blessed day. Gloria/gloharmar

Thanks, Cqqlgrl, loved your posting.

Good morning all, Dan, God is with you just like Lapbandfan said. Philippians 4:7 , "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Heavenly Father, You are an awesome God and we praise you for all your blessings. Life itself is a blessing when you breathed on us and touched us with your finger of love this morning. Thank you for loving us and thank you so much for forgiveness. P. S. Thanks for the Lapband!!!!!! In Jesus' name. Amen Gloria

Also, I had my 3rd fill yesterday and I think I have some restriction cause I lost my egg this morning and I ate about 4 teaspoons of yorgurt for lunch and I'm full. I had only lost 2lbs and was a little discouraged, but my DH said that 2 lost was better that 2 gained (LOL). Sometimes I guess we need to look at the glass as half full instead of half empty. I love God and I love my band. I don't know if some of you saw that I changed my name from gloharmar to 2bemegain. Well, be blessed today!!!!!!!!

Welcome, Lapbandfan and ChrissyD!!!!! I also agree with the prayers and advise that was given. Only God and the Holy Spirit could have directed that prayers. Such wonderful and God-sent people. I, too am glad that I was directed to this thread. Father, I pray for direction and wisdom for our "new" sisters. You are the author and finisher of our faith. Please give them unsurmounable peace. Help us to lean on you and not our own understanding. We stand boldly before you and worship and praise your name, for you are holy. Direct our steps in your word. Father, you put Lapbandfan and her father's relationship back together for reasons we might not ever understand, but I know that she has given him words of encourgement and she has shared the love of you with him. I come against depression, emotional eating, and confusion. I speak joy, peace, wisdom and unconditional love. In Jesus' name. Amen.

Rain, happy to hear that you are okay. Take care of yourself.

Good morning everyone, Holly, you and your son will be in my prayers. God is a good God and he is faithful to watch over his children. Glad to here about the weight loss. Doesn't it feel good to actully see the loss and even greater to know that people can see it. Debsig, you are in my prayers as well. When I read that the surgery would be at 9:30, I looked at the clock and saw that I had time and I immediately began to pray. Victoriana, Wombat, Mini, FatMary, Holly, Lisa G and Sleepy and I hope that I didn't miss anyone else (charge it to my head and not my heart, lol) have a blessed day in the Lord. Know that "all things work together for good to them who are called according to his purpose". Romans 8:28

WOW, TP, eight people! Glad to hear and I hope that they get caught. I don't sympathize those kind of people. Wish412, glad to hear you are doing/losing great. Lisa, I have a gd that could match Tanner. She and her sister helped with my tree and ALL my ornaments hung nicely at the very bottom. Of course, I praised them all the while I rearranged them. LOL Don't you just love Christmas and children. Lo2us, how's it going? SugarB and Hippmom, I haven't done any shopping and this yr I have proclaimed to family (even grandchildren) we aren't buying gifts. I spent my Christmas money (lapband) is August. Well, famous words from Lisa, "stay in the box". Have a blessed w/k.

Congratulations Genia, I know how you felt when you tried those pants on. I feel the same way when I try on my clothes. It feels so good to see the weight come off and people notice. Like Lisa G says "Stay in the box". Renewedhope, how are you doing? Paris, have you heard anything? Just a girl, let us know how things come out over the holidays. Take care everyone!!!!! Have a blessed weekend. Gloria

TP,I am so thankful that you have your money back. I guess your experience should be one for us all. Hated that it had to be, but thanks for telling us so that we can be a little more careful. I know about the box, but everyday is another chance for us. Lisa, that's what I'm trying hard to do this week cause my appt is Tuesday. You should see me walking like a maniac. LOL:eek: I'm going to see if Dr. H will "fill her up". I'm looking forward to having SOME restriction. I have to practice eating slow. I hold my plate so close to my mouth (like it's going to run away,lol). Maybe I should try putting the plate on the other side of the room and then walk to and from it. I'll try anything.

I'm staying on plan today, because for Thanksgiving and everyday after that I wasn't. Thank God for another chance to get back on plan. I did buy pants Friday and today they are fitting loose. So I'm going to try and stay on plan.

This morning-2 mlie walk Hopefully this evening another mile. I was so bad for Thanksgiving. I slacked off, didn't do any exercise. Di, I see that you DIDN'T slack off for Thanksgiving. lol

I know that the Holy Spirit led me to this site today. I have been on the site for months and never once saw this particular one. I began to read from the 1st page and knew instantly that this is the one site I need to be on. There are several others that the people are very nice, but sometimes it's just good to read about the Lord and his beautiful, wonderous blessings. Hollyberries, Thanks for the scriptures. I can read my Bible on line and I have one here by my desk, but it's so good to read a scripture on this site. Many blessings to you all. I ate a bit too much and didn't get my exercise done because school was out for Thanksgiving (teachers aide, high school,Tx) , but I'm back on track.

Happy Belated Thanksgiving everyone. I'm sorry to say Lisa, that I didn't "stay in the box". I ate more than I should have. I didn't over do it, but never the less I ate. I slimmed once with turkey (just can't do it anymore) and I did feel some restriction, but it was far too much food. I hope the next fill will be better (3rd). TP, read about what happened and I am so sorry. It is so sad that we live in a society that people are so greedy and would rather prey on people to steal from than just work and trust God to supply our needs and wants. My prayer is that they catch the person/s and restore everything back to you in a very timely matter. Lisa, I was so tired Monday from cleaning my carpet/house that I couldn't pull myself together to make the mtg. Hopefully next month won't be the same. Hope your trip went well. Hi, Hippmom!!!!!!

35 lbs so far ( 3rd month). I have my 3rd fill 12/4 and I hope I've lost at least 5-10 more lbs. The 2nd fill didn't give me any restriction I guess cause I had lost 6lbs and the dr thought I was doing good. I am going to tell him that I am always hungry, but I'm trying hard to eat (trying, but not always) right and I exercise 5 days a wk.