Joe

Do you weight/messure your food??

As for the port.. It does not bother me..just dont notice...and sex is better for me at least. I sure crave for it more..... Joe

Thanks everyone!

Thanks Vinesqueen.

Well its been 3 months since the lap-band surgery. Sept 07, 05- consultation - weight @ 339 lbs-- blood presrure- 146/98 ( high ) My BMI- 51.6 Dec 13, 2005- surgery- weight @ 320 lbs Jan 13, 2006-- weight @ 290.8 lbs Feb 13, 2006- weight @ 282.0 lbs' March 13, 2006- weight @ 270.2 lbs--BMI ( 41.5 So far so good. Had blood work done..everything is fine..Iron is a little low, but higher then it was before my surgery.. Blood pressue is great- 122/74..

Thanks everyone, No smaller bike here... :hat:

HI Becca Just like StrawartS I used it for a short time. My heart rate went sky high. Joe

Hi Randy I work for the Dept. Of Corrections- Corrections Officer.. I am with the Blue Knights colorado-6.. I dont know if I can take the time off but will check on it. Joe

Thanks Kathy Tell Joe hi 4 me. Joe

HI Eveyone My name is joe. Back in Jan 01, 2005 I decided i was going to change. My weight at that time was 362 lbs..I went on the atkins diet and got down to 341 lbs..In Sept 05, I had my conselt for the Lap band and weighted in @ 339 lbs.. Doc said to lose 19 lbs before surgery. Well Dec 13, 05 I had the surgery and got down to 320 lbs... as of today March 14, 2006.. I am down to 269.6 lbs.. One thing to say I have met many great people on the board with the same reasons and hope to met many more... Joe Sept 07, 05- consultation - weight @ 339 lbs Dec 13, 2005- surgery- weight @ 320 lbs Jan 13, 2006-- weight @ 290.8 lbs Feb 13, 2006- weight @ 282.0 lbs March 14, 2006- 269.6 lbs

Thank you Carrie.

Thanks everyone fo the reply. Randy When it gets warmer, I will be ready lol.. I took the bike out once only because it hit 70 degress... Joe

What is your daily menu look like? Breakfast: Protein shake Lunch: chicken wings- 1 servings ( about 7 wings) Dinner: just depends Snack: Just depends 2 Have gone off a bit, time to get back on the road Joe

Does any one use creams or lotions on or around there stomach area? If so what kind/brand? Thanks

That was good experience I bet......

After the surgery- I just tend to want more!!!!!!

I am a corrections officer. work from 1:45 pm x 10:15 P.M.

I had the opportunity to have the surgery done so I went for it. I am glad I did it. My goal weight is 200 lbs. The last time I weight 200 lbs was back in 1980 when I was in the army. As of today I weight 283.2 lbs. from 339 lbs in sept. In Jan 2005 I weighted 362 lbs. I went on the atkins diet and got down to 340 lbs. I would like to move to Nevada or Arizona. I feel being overweight most employers dont want to hire someone @ 300 lbs.. Well I hope to reach part of my weight goal by December. I would recommend the surgery to anyone.

I secound that.... Bet he will love them....

I was 362 lbs on Jan 01, 2006-- By sept I was 340 lbs ( this is with some cheating).. The atkins diet works...

I just got my first fill on Wednesday. The only thing it was a bit discomfort when my P.A. was looking for the port. Then the needle pick..other then that not bad....

I told my supervisor because of the time off needed to go to the doctors office. If anyone asked about my weight loss I told them. I have told my co-workers and they have been supportive.. If there is an emergency at work and I needed medical attention at least someone can say I had surgery if I am unable respond to medical staff. Something to think about..

Will do jack. I just started riding I 2005 an I purchased a used goldwing (84). I wanted to ride since a young age but never got around to it till the age of 42. Joe

Just would like to wish my friends in Colorado and New Mex. a safe and happy holiday season.

Well as the year ends I am happy to report that I am under 300 lbs. I weighted in this morning @ 294.4 lbs. 339/294.4/200 I would like to wish a happy and safe new year to everyone.