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tinakins - i found the band extremely useful in just that purpose, helping me make better food choices. for whatever reason (and i'm thankful for), i really lost the cravings for the foods that helped put the LBS on: (chips, potatoes, Pasta, pizza - etc). there really wasn't any food i didn't like then or currently, i just enjoyed TOO much of it all, and the band has helped with my portions. so while i am SO glad i got the band, i also realize that i put a lot of work into it as well. i revamped my eating habits, got back in the gym, and pay an awful lot attention to what groceries i purchase. i KNEW that i was going to be a slow loser in the begining - and i was; only 25lbs in the first 5 months. i would have been mortified if i told anyone & had the food police or daily questions as to why the band "isn't working". i also needed 8 fills for restriction. so while i was banded in oct - true restriction for me didn't happen till march....it was a tad frustrating - keeping it private made it manageable....for me at least.

yesterday - b- 1.5oz cheddar w/3 wheat thins l - 1c field greens w/2oz tuna s- handful of raw almonds d- 3 turkey & cranberry ravioli (kcmago - these came out great, very filling!)

green - i got hooked on it this wkend. my mom's blonde - she's creating her acct now!!!:cursing:

it's all personal. not sharing or disclosing having surgery - i do not view as lying. 80% of this journey has been my effort - i view the band as a tool to keep me on track & to assist in not re-gaining. the band does not go food shopping for me & pick out healthy items. the band does not got to the gym & run when i rather stay in bed. the band does not get out my scales or measuring cups to dole out my meals. i'm in control of all those - again, the band "assists". i am very grateful for the band, it "helped" re-teach me what i already knew - but lost sight of. only my parents and brothers know i am banded; all good support and i would likely expect that from others that i shared this with. for those who want to share - do so; it's a great gift getting proper support in the journey.....however some just like to keep it to themselves - all personal.

yeah - small town TX, i don't even have a stop sign or stop light in my town. nobody pays attention to road rules out in the country - just what i learned.....hangs head. living in NY - i was a subway gal.

i'm of the "stop signs are optional after 10pm" camp myself.

you may not know for while if any damage has been done to create a slip - even after getting checked right now. that's sorta the fickleness of the band - there is no set template on how it functions for any 2 alike. a slip can show up anytime - your best bet is to follow your post op diet as prescribed by your doctor. as far as your question "what happens when you've over eaten" - i've done this once or twice. your just stuffed, and i didn't pay attention to my triggers that i have eaten plenty...ie - my nose will run or i get a hiccup. still a yr out i measure my meals out - i know how much will satisfy me, my worst problems are when dining out & it's been those times where i ate too much.

part of the mushy diet i believe:tongue2:

pjtp - that i'm surrounded by Know-it-All's right now, and i have now chewed a hole in my cheek because i've bitten my tongue to death....whew. feel better now.

i like to make my own - but if not, i'm pretty partial to krogger's brand. i've tried a bunch, but theirs seems to be the closest tasting to what i make & like...

that's great news ebony! take it slow w/the abs - the six pack will come; i still get occasional port pain when DT (dear/damn - take your pick, trainer .. LOL) has me do his ab routine. slowmover - whine away!! we all do - but will nudge ya along to get a moving as well! today is Wed - my day off to rest & i need it...heels hurt again from running....have a good day all!

hubby swore she was faking being scared - i thought she was ... , however she is a good actress. should get an emmy if you ask me.

something tells me she has no shame and will LOVE the fact she has become the villain, unless she doesn't win...LOL:tongue2: she really makes my skin crawl, not proud to say it, but i was hoping for no weight loss for her, maybe a lb gain last night...:smile2: go michelle!!!

i would do it all over again as many have stated. i wish insurance would have paid (BMI not high enough), and i also wish it didn't take 8 fills for restriction. both of these i had no control over so, there was the need for a bit of self control early out. now the band works they way i had imagined.

ya'll DO some serious posting at night.:smile2: *boobs - gone from DD to D, and mother nature & gravity are starting to have a war....good bra helps gravity:wink: *have NEVER been called for jury duty *GMail is the bomb - no more spam! *DH got our tree yesterday - can't keep the dogs from drinking the water... *hey BBK, happy early BDAY!

yesterday - b- 1/2c smart start cereal w/2% milk s- nectar protein drink s- .625oz beef jerky l- half turky club sandwich d- bowl chicken/noodle soup

The Biggest Villain on 'Biggest Loser' - Yahoo! TV Blog interested to see how the show runs tonight..

thin crust - once a month, i'm completely satisfied.

ohhh i'm excited for ya! sms - i have to say i enjoy the late night crews chats the morning after over coffee. it's my new ritual..., so you plain, she, fanny et all....chat it up tonite.

beth that was pretty damn funny! i "can" handle snakes - field mice make me cringe. my labs spend a good portion of the day chasing squirrels and i typically get a "care package" on the back porch.... ljm - how's the baby bean?

there are Many reason for some to keep this private. medical intervention, no matter what it is - should be personal & private, with HIPPA protection....make that intervention WLS & you'll have more opinions & advice that may not only be unsolicited but downright offensive. i have kept this private & that of my husband being banded from everyone except my parents & brothers. hubby's family and our best friends have no idea. we agreed the moment we "shared" we no longer owned the journey the way we wanted to - so therefore, no questions - no foul. to the OP - if your afforded PTO (paid time off) your HR nor your company has the right to know why - medical intervention at best is all they need to know.....wish you well!

check out the food & nutrition forum: Food and Nutrition - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum there is a sticky for all stages of "eating"....

mine will get a holiday greeting card like he and his staff did last yr. i was cash pay, times 2 with hubby being banded as well. they're is very little "want" or "need" on his part i would imagine. i also don't list my dr in my signature line for the same reason - he doesn't need my advertising ... he does all too well on his own. a nice card to acknowledge them is really all they need & want from my view point.

only in trying certain foods will you be able to determine what your band will be able to handle. i eat ALL foods - salads included; fruits, meats, veggies & complex carbs. i will say that the sticky rice in sushi is the hardest of foods for me to handle - i must go slow and chew well & all is good.

i didn't get those restrictions on diet from my dr - but i eat sushi wkly. had a spicy tuna roll yesterday; only3 pcs filled me up.