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I'm staying on track today because I love hearing people say "wow you look really good". and because I feel really good!

starting weight 240 current weight 205 lost 35 lbs. surgery date 11/14/07 I have to update my ticker!!!!

I lost an automobile tire! This is such a funny post!:angry_smile:

hey bandpal I loved your post. I've realized I too have had a problem with overeating and purging. I don't think anyone in my family has realized it though. It's good to be able to share it. Haven't done it for awhile especially now since the band. I'm really trying to take control of my eating and take control of my head which is the main cause of my overeating. I just try to stop and think before I put anything in my mouth. I also have to be a good example for my children. I don't want them to grow up with this problem. But if they do I want them to see how you can overcome it and control it. thanks again for your courage!

Hey rhea I can def relate. It has taken me soooooooo long to get my head straight with this whole process. I can def understand youur depression. I hope your feeling better now on the new med? I found this board and am really trying to keep my motivation up by talking to other people plus it keep me out of the kitchen! Your doing great by exercising:thumbup: When were you banded?

A big "Hello" from long island New York

Hi can i join everyone? Really need to keep motivated Start 240 current 222 goal 140 to go 82 Banded November 14 2007 thanks Bye

Thanks Marie Great tips! Look at you doing so well. You must be really proud of yourself. I feel like I have so much to learn. I really didn't do enough research before surgery and am now taking my band for granted. I feel like I have really turned a corner in these last few days. I should be so blessed to have this unbelievable opportunity/tool to help me. Congrats again on all you've achieved hope to be with ya soon!

Thanks Foofy Good advice I have to tune into my body more. I need to pay attention to myself. I feel "life" and "children" take up so much of my time and I wouldn't have it any other way but I need to take care of myself too! Started my food journal today and feel good. Worried about the evening though. I like to snack and watch tv. Days when "the Biggest Loser" is on I can control myself better. It motivates me:biggrin2: I have some trouble measuring calories though for example I made small lean italian meat patties(with whole wheat bread, an egg an spices) and baked them to go with my Barilla Plus pasta and have no idea how many calories were in the patty? It was on the small side so I find myself guessing? Any suggestions? I see my doc on Friday for another fill. I'm very excited to get my ball rolling like my fellow November Bandsters. Bye

Thanks everyone for all your great advice. I'm sure I'm eating way too much and woke up this morning with a new attitude. I'm going to start tracking my calories as I wasn't doing so before and probably overeating. I will also be on this site for support as I've been feeling down and unmotivated. I feel people are looking at me like "Wow, she really hasn't lost anything" I'm really embarrassed and wish I hadn't told anyone. West Coast- I've read some of your posts and really admire your words of encouragment and understanding. I think only other obese people can really understand our addiction. I know my head plays a huge part of this, I just have so much trouble making the right food choices. It seems like cookies and ice cream go down so easily while chicken and the "healthy stuff" I really feel going down and it hurts. I also know my restriction cannot possibly where it should be. I remember pre surgey going to see the RD and her telling me the small amout I would be able to eat and I couln't believe it. So that is something I must talk to my doc about. I was always a person who was able to consume huge portions of food, so maybe it takes alot of fill for me. I've also had knees sugery( as a result of being heavy for so long) so I'm just able to incorporate exercise now. Only 20 min 3x a week until physical therapist says I can do more. Again thanks everyone for responding, listening and understanding. I'd love to see some of your daily diets to give me some ideas?

WOW! thanks so much Cindy. That's probably the first motivating and informative comment I've had. I cannot believe your weight loss. You must feel so great! I will def be looking here for support and info. I really think it's what I've been lacking. With 3 small children, It's hard to get on the pc to often though.

Hey November 07 bandsters! I've noticed everyone with such huge numbers, I've only lost 10 lbs. I was banded November 14 went in weighing 240lbs. I lost 20 lbs in 2 weeks from being on only liquids and have since put on 10 of those 20. I've been filled twice. I'm up to 5 in a 10 band. help! I feel like a failure. I'm really proud of everyone but what am I doing wrong? I can still eat pretty large portions without getting full.