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Thanks for that Bandpal, I needed to read that. My biggest problem is eating too much and too fast, so PBing is happening more often than I would like. I have to go back to the basics and serve up small amounts so I'm not tempted to keep going. It is hard because it never looks enough when I'm serving it up but it definitely is more than enough when I start eating! Bit by bit I'm getting there but it certainly is a journey.

Congratulations Wendy that is fantastic news! I guess you're definitely doing it right. How do we celebrate you getting to goal??

Boy Cindy are you telling my story. I have 7.5cc now and even though I can't eat big meals, I can still snack on the wrong things. It's definitely the head stuff playing up for me and I really get myself back on track. I have lost all motivation... I keep saying I am going to do it this week but every week comes and goes and still at the same weight. I was so motivated at the beginning but because I had no band I didn't get to goal, now I have a band but it's the headspace that isn't working! ) Crazy. I hope the next post I write will tell a different story. Take care everyone and keep up the good work.

I am sitting with tears running down my face because I feel I have lost a friend. I never met or spoke to Kendra in person but we shared so much on here. Kendra was my band twin, banded on the same day as me and we were both born in the same year. She was a wonderful woman who inspired us all and never let on how hard it was for her going through this. I am shocked because I thought she was beating this thing. She will be sorely missed on here and I will remember her forever. Mindy, I would be happy for you to pass this onto her family and let them know that my heart goes out to them at this very very sad time. They were lucky to have her as part of their lives as we were all. I wish I could have gotten to know her in person. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

It is hard without them and I did the same with the weight. I've had some episodes but nothing as bad as you. I have 6.5cc so I think 7cc for me may be the way to go. It really is about saying no to certain foods and keeping up with the exercise. My next fill is the middle of next month so really need to be careful before that. Good luck all.

Happy New Year Bandpal and everyone else. I have been PBing quite a bit myself due to eating too fast and too much at times. My body says no but my head can't seem to. I really need to get a happy balance on this. I can still eat lots, including fruit so I need more fill but what I need most is to slow down and make better food choices. Congrats on the therapy... what an achievement!! I started seeing someone just before xmas to help me with some of my issues... she seems pretty good so far. Enjoy your time with your parents, those last years are very precious and once they're gone we can't get them back. I have lost both my parents and some days it's very hard not to be sad. Take care and I look forward to the day I can say I am at goal or close to it.

Oh well another challenge down by the wayside for me. This is a great time to start a new one now that all the major eating is over. Look forward to the Spring (Autumn :wink_smile:) Challenge.

Happy New Year Cindy & Wendy and everyone else. Good one on the weight loss Wendy. I have to say I'm not sure where I'm at right now... been going crazy on the food over the last 2 weeks and have been too scared to weigh myself. I have walked pretty much every day so that has helped but I've decided no weigh in until the end of next week so it gives me time to get back into better eating etc. Hope 2009 is good to all of us. I'm in love with Facebook as well. I have Judy as a friend. I love playing some of the word games and poker... keeps me busy.

Merry Christmas to all my November Nymph friends (and any passers by!). It is already Christmas in Australia so it's an early wish to all you guys. I thought I would get in early because we are just about to open our gifts and then we will be having lunch at my brother's house which is behind ours... not too far to go so a little vino is good. :sad:) My great nephew has just arrived (only 2 months old) so I'm off. Take care. :thumbup:

Merry Christmas Marie! And I hope so Cindy... it has to be my year this year because time is running out!! 54 next birthday :hurray:

You're looking fantastic Scarecrow.... bet you've got the girls checking you out big time! :thumbup:

I hear you Foofy! Congratulations to everyone who are losing. Good to see more of the Nov Nymphs back again.

What a beauty Shalee, now that's a before and after picture! :laugh:)

Hey Kendra, I only just found this thread and I'm sorry that you have to go through more of an ordeal... may God give you strength! My heart goes out to you. It's hard to believe it's been over 1 year since we met, the time has just flown by and we've all been through so much, especially you. I hope that everthing goes well for you, you can fight this as we've already seen. Take care and keep in touch. xx

Thanks Wnt2lose. Elephant skin that describes the top of my thighs to a tee!!

Wnt2lose, you look amazing! What an accomplishment. I haven't lost as much but I definitely feel heaps better about myself so I can imagine how you feel. Good work!

You look fantastic Cindy, you can definitely see a difference. Your son is gorgeous as well !! You must feel great. It's great finally seeing you. Can't wait to see some of the others.

We seem to have left this behind! :thumbup: Congrats on your loss Linda, I changed it for you. Hope your restriction keeps going Cindy and the weight loss comes! I'm hoping to post a loss in the next week... fingers crossed! Name..-----.Start----------Current..----Goal.....--...To Go CindyG..............191...................191.............178......... .......13 Sades................186...................185....... .....175................11 Stephanie.........175..................169.5..........155............. ..14.5 shortgal.............173.6...............172..............168......... .......4 Bandpal...........172.26..............170.6........150................ .20.6 Momto1plus1...187....................185............174............... .11 lindata...............174....................172............169....... ..........3 Skinny_Jill........151.....................150...........143.......... ........7 mrskrzyz...........172.....................172...........162.......... .......10 kalipso2...........172.....................172...........165.......... ..........7 scarecrow.........190.....................190............180.......... .......10 Foofy.................226....................223............212....... ..........11 Hollyberries......245.....................245............240.......... ........5

Thanks Bandpal. It's weird Bandpal but I feel the same. I guess we've been through an amazing time together so we are bound to bond! Enjoy your time in the US... I'd love to do another trip there but I doubt it will happen due to work and financial commitments. Thanks Linda... you're making me blush! :thumbup: Love to see your shots as well... definitely would be great to put a name to a face!

The funny thing is Cindy is that my hair style hasn't changed all that much but the slimmer face has given it a better look. Crazy huh? I'd like to see some photos of you as well. Look forward to it!

Thought it's time to post some photos. I have lost a few more lbs since the after photo.

I have a fill appointment on Wednesday. I will wait and see what the dr says about how much I should get. Let me know how you go with the extra fill. Good luck with the weight loss.

I guess you could have it taken out again if it is too much Cindy. I will get more put in but will make sure that I have another appointment set up in case of trouble. Drastic could be the way for both of us to get the weight loss moving again... been at this weight way too long!!!

Doesn't sound like much fun Cindy. What no are you at now? I ate a very small roll last Sunday which got stuck and nothing helped so I stuck my finger down my throat and threw it up, so I'm definitely restricted but other things seem to just slide through. I'm thinking now after that episode and other stuck episodes I might just go for .5cc instead. I don't want to be too tight for Christmas! I'll see what the doc says. I know a guy who lost the bulk of his weight at 5ccs... I guess we're all different. Thanks Linda :smile2: Now hopefully with restriction I can start losing the next 40 lbs! I have changed my ticker to lbs... easier to compare.

The same thing is happening to me Cindy. My last fill has finally given me some restriction. I have another appointment next week and I feel I want to go for it as well just to get some new weight loss going. I will get another 1cc to bring me to 7cc. I can always get some out if it gets too bad.