marathinner

Hey Megan..good to see you back on the boards! Isn't shopping in a "normal" store a great feeling? I bought a pair of size 16 jeans at Nordstrom this week...SCORE!! Congrats to you on your great NSV and have fun showing off your "slimmer self" in Key West!! -Amy

My doc is in San Diego and is awesome!

I predict this will be your new addiction!! I think you will reconnect with something that brings out the best in you and you will thrive!! Good for you!! Let us know what happens after the game. -Amy

Wow...that is awesome news, Kendra!! Knock the snot out of George!!

I had my third fill last week. My first two he only put in 1cc, but last week he put in 3cc for a total of 5cc in a 14cc band. I definitely have restriction!! We'll see how long it lasts!

I think a lot of us have been MIA the last couple of weeks and dealing with some of the syndrome's you mentioned, Becca. Mine has been the "If I eat one more ounce of Protein I'm going to hurl" syndrome!! Ugh....I just got so turned off to Protein shakes, string cheese, and lean meats...YUCK!! I've also had a doozy of a cycle and my hormones are out of hand right now!! Fortunately, I got my third fill and that was a DOOZY for sure. "Restriction---table of one"!! I'm super-duper tight right now but fortunately, the scale is showing it. It's great to see you back in all your glory, Becca. You are hilarious. Going to watch your video right now...you're a brave soul!!

I've been thinking about you Patti. You and I were banded the same day! Trust me, I can relate to going thru a tough time with all of this...especially the liquid calories:cursing:!! Don't feel like you're alone. We've all had struggles since being banded. We haven't made the best food choices all the time, but please don't beat yourself up!! Come here for support!! I'm sure your next fill in a couple of weeks will help you! I just had my third and I'm finally feeling some restriction. They weren't kidding when they said sometimes it takes several fills to get to the "sweet spot". I was really discouraged for a couple of weeks, but seem to be doing better. Hang in there and know that you're not alone!! JUST KEEP SWIMMING (just not in alcohol..lol:biggrin:) -Amy

Hey gang.... Been traveling for work...UGH!! Good news...I FINALLY got a decent fill!!:biggrin: After having only 1cc put in at my last two fills, the doc gave me 3cc last Thursday!! Helllooooo restriction! I had a one minor "stuck" incident, but so far so good!! Any I've dropped about six pounds. So, I'm happy to finally know what restriction feels like. We'll see how long it lasts!! How's everyone else doing? Where's my beloved Lori (Rhapsody)?!! Remember, we have to JUST KEEP SWIMMING!

Hi guys.. I'm from San Diego and am planning a surprise trip to Chicago for my DH for our anniversary. I'm taking him to see Brooks & Dunn in September. Can someone please tell how far downtown Chicago is from Tinely Park? I think we are going to stay and The W or the Intercontinental. It's been sooo long since I've been in Chicago....I'm very excited. Thanks so much for your help and suggestions. -Amy

Sounds like a story straight out of "Marley & Me". I have to admit, it did make me laugh....even though I'm sure it was FAR from funny having to deal with that kind of grossness!! Thanks for sharing nonetheless!!

I'm on Facebook....anyone else?

*HELL YEAH*...That is awesome, Karen!!! I bet there are some new, sassy Harley chaps in your near future!! Great job!!:tt1:

I'm pretty much a reality TV junkie too. But I love Grey's Anatomy, Big Love (on HBO) and most of the news magazines (Dateline, 20/20, 48 Hours Mystery) I also watch Animal Planet alot because I'm an animal lover!!

Wowie wow wow....everyone looked incredibile. I was pulling for Kelly...but happy that "girl power" finally prevailed. Ali's dress was rockin'!!! Bring on Amazing Race and another season of Biggest Loser!!

My highest recorded was 245, but I think I hit 250. My lowest was when I was 22 and weighed 125. I would be happy at 150-160.

My username started as "Big Marathoner", but now that I've lost 30 pounds I changed it to "marathinner". It's an homage to the marathon I ran last year and the one I'm about to start training for in a month!!

Love this thread!! My dream outfit is definitely a pair of killer fitting jeans and a cute sleeveless top. Living in San Diego it's sunny here year-round. It would be nice to have a wardrobe to match the weather!!

I couldn't have said it better myself! You desribed EXACTLY what I'm experiencing!! No sense of "restriction" but definitely getting full faster on less food. Crossing my fingers that I feel SOMETHING after my next fill.

Me too!!:biggrin: That is all.

Hey Kendra... Sounds like you're a "Kickin' and a Stompin'" right out of the gate. I'm glad to hear you are feeling well and if some symptoms surface I'm sure you will kick and stomp those too!! And if you need some "special" Cookies...you could always indulge in some gooey, yummy brownies with a little extra "ingredient" Stay strong, girl!!:biggrin2: Love, Amy

Gibson..you're such a cutie! We missed you around here. Although, I've been pretty scarce myself. I'm so glad you're feeling restriction and feel like a "bandster". I've had two fills (one cc each time) and haven't felt a thing!! If I couldn't feel my port thru my skin, I'd swear I didn't have the band!! I go back for my 3rd fill on 4/24 and I'm going to throw down some whoop-ass on my doc if he doesn't get this thing going!! Fortunately, I'm still holding strong with eating well (give or take a few lap band confessions here and there) and am exercising a lot. Hope to join you in the vomitorium soon Gibson....:puke:LOL!!!! -Amy

Wow Ang.....you look fab!!Way to go!!

Yeah..I use Chinese Dieters Tea. I get it at the Asian grocery store. Whew boy...one cup of that will clean you right out!! I drank 3 cups of it once and OMG...NEVER AGAIN!! If I drink just one cup (using only ONE tea bag) it cleans me out and I don't get cramps. I do it once a month.

TOTALLY thinking of you today (and everyday) Kendra!!:tongue: