CarolWA

I turn 61 in June. I was banded June 1st of 2010. Best thing I've ever done. Lost over 100 pounds. Never had any problems. Surgery was a snap, but i had a great surgeon. Back stopped hurting, knees stopped hurting and I haven't felt this good since I can't remember when. Haven't been this weight in 30 years. I was very determined and the weight just fell off, as long as I did everything I was told to do. I could still go another 20 pounds lighter and I will work on it some more. I've been slacking a little lately. But I will get back to it very soon. Summers almost here, another 20 pounds would be nice. Congrats on your decision. If you are committed, it will be the best thing you've ever done for yourself. Good Luck Carol

Summer, I know exactly how you feel. I feel the same way every day. i went in thinking it was my last hope and if it didn't work nothing ever would. I was shocked that it did work and worked quickly. I was very determined but still had my doubts. I am now down 90 lbs since June 1st. My clothes have went from 28's to 16's. Makes me smile everyday. Got rid of all the old clothes, cause I ain't ever going to go back to that weight again! Amazing isn't it?

I take Gummy Vites. i couldn't stand the chalky chewables. I also take extra Folic acid and Vitamin D, but they are very small and can be swallowed easily.

I'm in Washington state, but when I lived in California they had weight listed on their license too.

I could never stand the taste of the chalky chewables. I use the Gummy Vites. Makes me feel like I get a treat with my vitamins.

Mine says 260 and at the time I think I was at about 300. Now I'm 225. I want a new picture on my license. Doesn't look like me anymore.

I'm sorry your insurance won't cover WLS. When you have to pay that much for insurance, it would be nice if it covered everything for your health. I'm one of the lucky ones that my insurance covered the surgery. Believe me, I know how lucky I am. I think those of us that were able to have insurance pay for the surgery do know that we are the lucky ones and we wish everyone could have it covered by insurance. I hope things work out well for you. Carol

The link to the Xmas challenge spread sheet??

I can't stand any of the chalky chewables, so I take about 4 to 6 of the Gummy Vites daily. I get them at Walmart. I also take a few other vitamins, such as B12, Boitin, and sometimes Calcium. Boitin didn't help with hair loss. I've lost about half of my hair. Carol

Gave some to my friends and my daughter. Sold some at a yard sale. They sold pretty well. I hated my fat clothes and was so happy to see them go. I went down from 28's to 18's so far. I hope to get to size 12 or 14. I will never buy fat clothes again!! LOL Carol

Come to think of it, where's everyone's signature?? LOL