Lapband LaLa

Most of my lapband friends have not had this issue. It seems it's more of an issue with those who choose the gastric. Keep up with your vitamins and even if you do lose a bit, it's only temporary.

(Jan 17, 2010) I just can't believe how fantastic I feel. Today I stepped on the scale and had dropped more pounds. Total to date 106lbs. I have decided 165lbs will be my goal. So I have just 9lbs to go. My husband and I played the Orion Music Festival this past weekend in Park City, UT and Salt Lake City, UT. It was awesome! We were asked to perform on the Park City TV show. I was so amazed and dumbfounded when I saw myself on TV. Was that really me? You hear the TV adds 10lbs, but that is not what I saw! I was so thrilled! I was JAMMING TOO! :w00t: There was space between my thighs, space between my arms and waist! I was so thrilled I almost cried, but I had to be professional and keep on singing! (HA) I found out I have another "NO" food. Peanuts! We drove to Salt Lake because we had lots of equipment for our gigs and on the way I had just a few peanuts. OH NO! Lilith (my band) did not like them, she churned them and churned them, then said....BLAH, get rid of these! Thank goodness she was merciful and waiting until after I performed on TV to get rid of the peanuts! I am up to two "no" foods. Rice and Peanuts. Ok, I can handle that! I had to just drink broth for the next day and a half to get Lilith back on track. So I must say, with me getting close to goal it brings up a whole new set of issues that may be of concern for me.:smile: Once I hit goal, will I be able to maintain? Will I be able to tighten up the few little areas that look like they may sag? And if not, do I really want to go for more surgery? And if so, how on earth do I pay for that? (I was self pay on my surgery):ohmy: I was told to wait 6 months to a year to see how my body firms up to decide this. [*]Will my goal weight be enough? [*]Will I become this vain shallow person? What I mean by this is....I have never been thin so I feel sexy right now. I feel wonderful and beautiful, but I don't want to be the girl that is always in the mirror primping!:huh2: (you guys would understand this because if you have never been thin or the girl who was considered cute you just would not understand!) I'd like to hear from some folks who have been banded and at goal for over a year or more. So that is my story for this week and I am sticking with it. I promised to share the good, bad and ugly! Oh yes....I am blessed! Original Weight: 280lbs Date of Surgery: May 21, 2009 Dr. M. Metz at St. Lukes in Denver, CO

The sweet spot is such a wonderful place to be! Congrats on finding it! It makes all the difference in the world!

I did it! I did it! I did it! I have lost a total of 100lbs as of January 11, 2010! Just 15lbs to goal! You are looking at one happy lady! :thumbup: Check out my progress photos! http://www.lapbandtalk.com/members/57955-albums3475.html

Welcome...I have say in this case, the grass is greener! congrats...keep us posted on your progress. One more pound for me and I hit the 100 mark!

The human body is amazing. I had the exact opposite happen. My first week of a new workout program I gained two pounds and lost inches. Just goes to show....everybody is different! Congrats!

I have to agree with ymjackson1. It would very well be head hunger. Protein is the best way to keep hunger at bay? Do you keep protein bars and shakes on hand? When you really feel hungry and your belly is really growling, try those. They help. It could be you are not at your "sweet spot". When I am at my "spot" I don't get hungry at all and I have to remind myself to eat. Talk to your doctor. Remember, your surgery was not that long ago. It takes time to adjust and settle in. Take it easy on yourself.

I do not regret my decision one bit! I was banded May 21, 2009 and I only have a couple more pounds before I will have lost 100lbs. My life has completely changed and I am the better for it. Just remember that you must be ready in the head for the band, do what your doctor says, go slow, chew and exercise!

Wow, those look good! Modification is key with the band! Have fun in the kitchen!

Who knew I would ever feel so wonderful? Being healthy and thin was always such a dream to me and now I am living the dream. Although I have a few more pounds to go I feel beautiful and alive! I got my fill back this week but we did not put the full 1cc back in. I am at 5.4cc and I think I'd like to see how that feels for a couple of weeks before going back to 5.6cc. I am getting close to goal and I seemed to get stuck on simple things at 5.6cc. Maybe I was taking too big of bites, or not chewing but while I was unfilled I kinda reset myself. I did the clear liquid diet for three days, then soft foods. Today I am back at soft foods because I just had my fill just a few days. My new workout program seems to be working. I wish you could have seen me on day one when I ended my workout in tears. I still can't do a full push-up but I am on day 12 and can do a half of one! (giggle) Hey, it's progress! I'm still in the 180's, up two, down two. My nutritionist said with the new workout program and having an unfill that is normal. So I am hovering around 181 to 184, but now that I got my fill I see me hitting 180 soon! That will put me in the 100lbs lost club! Oh the joy of it all. On January 6th, my son celebrated his 23rd birthday. I was going through my photos and found a photo of me from his birthday last year. I DO NOT LOOK LIKE THAT ANYMORE! I was so shocked, so happy, and even more motivated to get to my goal by my 40th birthday (Feb 23). When I showed my son and hubby my comparison photos both of them stood in disbelief. I mean, they saw me everyday, they knew and loved me at 280 but they really had no clue just how much danger I was in with all the weight. Hubby said...I remember taking those photos are our son's party and thinking...her weight is up a little bit, but it was not until recently that I realized just how much pain you were in. (to see the comparison photo, follow the link at the bottom of this blog) You see....I would come home from 14-16 hour work days and crash out hard. I am a realtor so showing houses was one of the hardest things for me....AND don't let there be stairs....LORD HELP! We'd pig out on football games....pizza, wings, popcorn, candy....it was all an excuse for me. I now see it as clear as a blue sky. I would not take band photos with my husband because I was 280! I looked horrible....who wants to see a band with a lead female vocalist who does not fit the mold? I was afraid if I took those photos, clubs would not book my husband because of me. So I let another singer shine in those photos and I secretly died a little inside. I can't tell you just how much this surgery has changed my whole life. People look at me now. You know what I mean? When you are fat you are invisible to people or they judge you immediately based on what you look like! You know the story! Some people know they do it and others do it without really knowing they are hurting you. Comments like...."hey you sure have a pretty face" sound like compliments, but in the back of your mind you know what else they are thinking.... I have always been a friendly person. I'd speak to people I did not know when in passing. Lots of times they would find a reason to look a way. That has changed! People speak to me first and it's a shock to me. Last week I had to walk to an appointment. I work downtown so I pass lots of buildings where you can see your reflection. I'd never look over because I'd hate to see myself. Well, I got a glimpce of myself and stopped in my tracks....could that person starring back at me really be me? I was shocked by my own reflection! I love photos now and I am pushing hubby to take new band photos (giggle) Yes, a little selfish I know but he understands. But what really made me happy....at my son's birthday bash, I really had a ball! I danced with him, I met all his friends with a huge "REAL" smile on my face and I felt BEAUTIFUL! (party photo attached) For the first time in my life.....I REALLY FEEL BEAUTIFUL! Oh, what a journey this has been and even though you always see me close out my blogs with....I am blessed......I feel it to my core. Oh yes friends.....I AM TRULY - TRULY BLESSED!:thumbup: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/members/57955-albums3475-picture29503.jpg

Who knew I would ever feel so wonderful? Being healthy and thin was always such a dream to me and now I am living the dream. Although I have a few more pounds to go I feel beautiful and alive! I got my fill back this week but we did not put the full 1cc back in. I am at 5.4cc and I think I'd like to see how that feels for a couple of weeks before going back to 5.6cc. I am getting close to goal and I seemed to get stuck on simple things at 5.6cc. Maybe I was taking too big of bites, or not chewing but while I was unfilled I kinda reset myself. I did the clear liquid diet for three days, then soft foods. Today I am back at soft foods because I just had my fill just a few days. My new workout program seems to be working. I wish you could have seen me on day one when I ended my workout in tears. I still can't do a full push-up but I am on day 12 and can do a half of one! (giggle) Hey, it's progress! I'm still in the 180's, up two, down two. My nutritionist said with the new workout program and having an unfill that is normal. So I am hovering around 181 to 184, but now that I got my fill I see me hitting 180 soon! That will put me in the 100lbs lost club! Oh the joy of it all. On January 6th, my son celebrated his 23rd birthday. I was going through my photos and found a photo of me from his birthday last year. I DO NOT LOOK LIKE THAT ANYMORE! I was so shocked, so happy, and even more motivated to get to my goal by my 40th birthday (Feb 23). When I showed my son and hubby my comparison photos both of them stood in disbelief. I mean, they saw me everyday, they knew and loved me at 280 but they really had no clue just how much danger I was in with all the weight. Hubby said...I remember taking those photos are our son's party and thinking...her weight is up a little bit, but it was not until recently that I realized just how much pain you were in. (to see the comparison photo, follow the link at the bottom of this blog) You see....I would come home from 14-16 hour work days and crash out hard. I am a realtor so showing houses was one of the hardest things for me....AND don't let there be stairs....LORD HELP! We'd pig out on football games....pizza, wings, popcorn, candy....it was all an excuse for me. I now see it as clear as a blue sky. I would not take band photos with my husband because I was 280! I looked horrible....who wants to see a band with a lead female vocalist who does not fit the mold? I was afraid if I took those photos, clubs would not book my husband because of me. So I let another singer shine in those photos and I secretly died a little inside. I can't tell you just how much this surgery has changed my whole life. People look at me now. You know what I mean? When you are fat you are invisible to people or they judge you immediately based on what you look like! You know the story! Some people know they do it and others do it without really knowing they are hurting you. Comments like...."hey you sure have a pretty face" sound like compliments, but in the back of your mind you know what else they are thinking.... I have always been a friendly person. I'd speak to people I did not know when in passing. Lots of times they would find a reason to look a way. That has changed! People speak to me first and it's a shock to me. Last week I had to walk to an appointment. I work downtown so I pass lots of buildings where you can see your reflection. I'd never look over because I'd hate to see myself. Well, I got a glimpce of myself and stopped in my tracks....could that person starring back at me really be me? I was shocked by my own reflection! I love photos now and I am pushing hubby to take new band photos (giggle) Yes, a little selfish I know but he understands. But what really made me happy....at my son's birthday bash, I really had a ball! I danced with him, I met all his friends with a huge "REAL" smile on my face and I felt BEAUTIFUL! (party photo attached) For the first time in my life.....I REALLY FEEL BEAUTIFUL! Oh, what a journey this has been and even though you always see me close out my blogs with....I am blessed......I feel it to my core. Oh yes friends.....I AM TRULY - TRULY BLESSED! http://www.lapbandtalk.com/members/57955-albums3475-picture29503.jpg

Well, I am not happy! I am on Day 7 of my new workout plan. I have been busting my BUTT on this program. I am sore in different spots everyday. I jump on the scale and I am two pounds up! WHAT???? This is not suppose to be! I have not gained anything since the surgery. I did have 1cc taken out before Christmas due to a block but I have not eaten bad at all. I have been watching my portions and even went back on the three day liquid diet for a while. I know, I know...some will say muscle building....but in only seven damned days???? This is not acceptable! I have a goal and damn it I am going to reach it. I want to be 170lbs by my birthday. I cried when I saw that scale number! I am sick over it and beyond upset. A New Year and this is how I start it off? AAAAAHHHHHHGGGGGGHHHHAHHAHHAH! :smile2: I want my fill back! January 5th can't come fast enough! (Update Jan 4, 10-I am losing inches! My waist, legs and arms are getting smaller, even with the gain!)

I was banded May 21, 2009. I now stay chilled. I thought it was only me so I never mentioned it on here before but I constantly have to have a blanket or a little heater beside me. Goosebumps are going to be permanent after a while. brrrr!

Well, I am not happy! I am on Day 7 of my new workout plan. I have been busting my BUTT on this program. I am sore in different spots everyday. I jump on the scale and I am two pounds up! WHAT???? This is not suppose to be! I have not gained anything since the surgery. I did have 1cc taken out before Christmas due to a block but I have not eaten bad at all. I have been watching my portions and even went back on the three day liquid diet for a while. I know, I know...some will say muscle building....but in only seven damned days???? This is not acceptable! I have a goal and damn it I am going to reach it. I want to be 170lbs by my birthday. I cried when I saw that scale number! I am sick over it and beyond upset. A New Year and this is how I start it off? AAAAAHHHHHHGGGGGGHHHHAHHAHHAH! I want my fill back! January 5th can't come fast enough! (Update Jan 4, 10-I am losing inches! My waist, legs and arms are getting smaller, even with the gain!)