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Post-op one day and thrilled to have that foreign body (my LAP-BAND®) removed from my body. I had terrible complications. I'm sore but much relieved.

I feel so great to be in this support group. I had surgery on July 7, and have lost about 28 pound from my highest weight. I have not followed my eating program consistently since I went to solids. I feel ashamed but I know that isn't helpful, so I am ready for a new start. I know I have to learn to make myself a priority and to not be lazy about cooking. I have to trust that my experts know better than I do about portions. But I also have to honor my hunger and not let it get out of hand-i.e. shakes and/or yogurt only between meals. And I have to remember to love myself unconditionally. Thanks so much for your support. It's good to know I'm not alone out there!

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Focus on your wonderful wieght loss-that's what it's all about!:wink2:

My surgery is scheduled on July 7 with Dr. Kim in Celebration, FL. I am scared but at the same time I am so excited. I have been on clears for 6 days now, and I feel proud becasue I've never done anytinig like this before. It is getting easier and I'm able to be more active than I was on days 1-4. I've lost 7 pounds so far.

COngratulations on your great weight loss!, and I'm happy to hear you are doing well. Yes, I'm sore but feeling better every day. I'm getting frustrated b/c the scale has not gone anywhere since the day before surgery! (I did lose 12 pounds before surgery.)

A great sign! My surgery was 7/7-also a good sign, I hope!

Thanks for the warm welcome. And yes. it feels great to be taking control of my life!

I am also happy with my decision. It's good to be on the other side of the surgery, isn't it?

How did your surgery go? I'm so glad it's over-the anticipation is always the worst. B/c of the pre-op diet, I'm usd to drinking and not eating. So far, so good.

My surgery is scheduled on July 7 with Dr. Kim in Celebration, FL. I am scared but at the same time I am so excited. I have been on clears for 6 days now, and I feel proud becasue I've never done anytinig like this before. It is getting easier and I'm able to be more active than I was on days 1-4. I've lost 7 pounds so far. Please let me know why you are glad you had lap band surgery. Many thanks.

My surgery is scheduled on July 7 with Dr. Kim in Celevbration, FL. I am scared but at the same time I am so excited. I have been on clears for 6 days now, and I feel proud becasue I've never done anytinig like this before. It is getting easier and I'm able to be more active than I was on days 1-4. I've lost 7 pounds so far. Please let me know why you are glad you had lpa band surgery. Many thanks.

I've been on Clear Liquids for a week, and have lsot 7.5 pounds. It is hard but it gets easier. After day 4I had enough energy to exercise and work. I treasure my two daily yogurts and get by on lots of Jello. What has saved me is broth-sometimes, you need something hot! Get a vcariety pack of Protein shakes to keep it fresh. COnsider picking up some chicken broth at a Chinese or Vietnamese restaurant for a "treat."

Kudos on your weight loss. THanks a million for the inspiration.

I am blown away that each of you took the time to help me. I found each of your posts to be very inspiring and they helped me get through another clear-lliquid day. You are the BEST! Thank you.

I am inspired by your GREAT attitude. Thanks!

My surgery is scheduled on July 7 with Dr. Kim in Celevbration, FL. I am scared but at the same time I am so excited. I have been on clears for 6 days now, and I feel proud becasue I've never done anytinig like this before. It is getting easier and I'm able to be more active than I was on days 1-4. I've lost 7 pounds so far. Please let me know why you are glad you had lpa band surgery. Many thanks.

Wow, Aunt Lucy, what an accomplishment! Thanks so much for your inspirational words.