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This is the first Thanksgiving I can remember that when I stepped on the scale the Monday afterwards and NOT added any weight. I may not have lost anything, but I held my own and for that I am VERY VERY THANKFUL!

Let us know how your 3rd fill goes and those 10's will begin fitting in no time! Your our September Honor student! LOL

I am so stuck & frustrated right now that I could just scream! and I have! LOL I have been exercising 60-90 mins. every day (most days twice). Watching my food and still NO MOVEMENT on Mr.Scale:frown::bored::frown::frown:. Please share with me what you are doing for exercise? How often and how much time your spending with each workout? What about food? are u measuring? what is your typical day of eating (breakfast,lunch,dinner,snacks). I really am just disgusted and ready to give up! Grrrrrrrr!

My doctor insists the only yogurt recommended by him is the Plain Greek, please tell me your ideas for making it tastier! It seems so bland to me! Thanks!

Congrats to you Amanda! I didn't do a Christmas goal, but I will do a New Years Eve and Valentines Day goals. I think these little goals keep me more aware. Good luck to you too!:redface:

I saw this article on web MD about wii games, I thought I would post since alot of us banders are either already doing wii or planning on it. To estimate energy expenditure, they used a standard unit called METs, or metabolic equivalent values. "A MET of 3, for example, means an activity requires three times as much energy expenditure as resting," Miyachi says. According to AHA guidelines, light-intensity exercise is less than 3 METs, moderate-intensity exercise is 3 to 6 METs, and vigorous activity is more than 6 METs. An adult walking 3 miles an hour on a flat surface expends just over 3 METs, the AHA says. The study shows that: Nine Wii activities required an energy expenditure of less than 2 METs. 23 activities required 2 to 3 METs. None of the activities required 3 to 4 METs. Five activities required more than 4 METs. The most intense exercise was the single-arm stand in the Wii fit package, which required an energy expenditure of nearly 6 METs. "It's a difficult resistance exercise that involves standing up and lying down," Miyachi says. The Wii sports boxing game came in at 4 1/2 METs, while both the Wii tennis and baseball games were associated with moderate-intensity expenditures of about 3 METs. Wii golfers and bowlers may have to get out and do the real thing to get the health benefits of exercise: both came in at less than 3 METs. While yoga and balance exercises didn't burn as many calories as other Wii activities, they help improve flexibility and reduce the risk for falls.

I saw this article on web MD about wii games, I thought I would post since alot of us banders are either already doing wii or planning on it. To estimate energy expenditure, they used a standard unit called METs, or metabolic equivalent values. "A MET of 3, for example, means an activity requires three times as much energy expenditure as resting," Miyachi says. According to AHA guidelines, light-intensity exercise is less than 3 METs, moderate-intensity exercise is 3 to 6 METs, and vigorous activity is more than 6 METs. An adult walking 3 miles an hour on a flat surface expends just over 3 METs, the AHA says. The study shows that: Nine Wii activities required an energy expenditure of less than 2 METs. 23 activities required 2 to 3 METs. None of the activities required 3 to 4 METs. Five activities required more than 4 METs. The most intense exercise was the single-arm stand in the Wii fit package, which required an energy expenditure of nearly 6 METs. "It's a difficult resistance exercise that involves standing up and lying down," Miyachi says. The Wii sports boxing game came in at 4 1/2 METs, while both the Wii tennis and baseball games were associated with moderate-intensity expenditures of about 3 METs. Wii golfers and bowlers may have to get out and do the real thing to get the health benefits of exercise: both came in at less than 3 METs. While yoga and balance exercises didn't burn as many calories as other Wii activities, they help improve flexibility and reduce the risk for falls.

Your welcome, If he were not going to be home with his family, I would have gotten my kiddies to send him some cards or package. He won't need them since he will have the gift of being home. But if he has any buddies that might appreciate some cards from my children, please let me know, they would jump at the chance to do so! :w00t::wub::wub::smile:

God Bless both of you, your husband and your son for all the sacrifices you have made to keep us all safe. Tell them both THANK YOU!:w00t::wub::wub::smile:

I am very happy for you that your husband is coming home and its very kewl that your coming to the coast. My doctor is also very conservative. I did not feel anything from my first fill and I am hoping for more from my second fill. I don't know if your doctor will give you another fill if he knows you will be headed out of town. Mine wouldn't, but it doesn't hurt to ask. My gym has a nursery, do you know if there is one near you that offers that? Just a thought, most gyms will give you a short trial membership. Good luck!

Amanda, will still be your 3rd fill? Did you find the 2nd one worked better/longer than the 1st? Just curious.

We have to keep reminding ourselves that this is a lifetime journey and we are not on a timetable. I am stuck right now too, but I just keep trying to do the right thing and forgive myself when I am not 100% perfect and make a mistake. Getting back on my healthy lifestyle after making a poor choice is a HUGE improvement for me. In the past, one poor choice would send me on a eating binge or make me give up all together. Since being banded, I don't see that happening anymore.:wink2::wub::tongue2::wub:

I'm in for this one too! I am going to be agressive on my goal for Valentine's day. I am hoping it will keep me focused during the holidays.:wub::wub::wink:

Well I have reached my Turkey Day goal weight, even though I have been stuck at it for 3 wks now. I am just happy to have gotten there. By the way, they have a new Valentine's Day Challenge if anyone is interested, I find these challenges keep me focused. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/valentines-day-wt-loss-challenge-2010-a-105151/

I am so sorry for your loss! Maybe now that you are losing even more weight, your pregnancy chances will continue to increase. :thumbup:

Yesterday I got back from a 3 wk vacation/cruise. I gained 4 lbs and was very disappointed in myself. But, I got my first fill today and I hope it will help me get back on track. I hope everyone has been doing well. I will take time to read everyone's posts and blogs soon. bye for now

Gen, Congrats on reaching your first goal. You are going to be into Onederland before you know it. Keep going!

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Sexy Septembers' Band List Soco 9/01/09 Amandakrangel 9/1/09 Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09 ms_Hart37 9/1/09 mosean6278 09/01/09 katklaws 09/01/09 SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09 Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09 ivy76 9/02/09 Tanpay 9/02/09 $occer mom 9/3/09 agnaus (Terri) 9/3/09 Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09 JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09 Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09 Nailpro00 (Diana) 9/4/09 tzn (Karena) 9/8/09 mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09 juststarting 9/8/09 Jules 09/09/09 Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09 pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09 bradybrat 09/09/09 Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09 travel (Anita) 09/09/09 kittkat2009 09/10/09 Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09 stardustic 9/11/09 BrentinLA 9/14/09 Queen Bee 9/14/09 amwash23 9/14/09 romain123 9/14/09 Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09 Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09 Lula 9/15/09 Dandeegan 9/15/09 smallerj (jes) 9/16/09 Boo Cakes 9/16/09 Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09 Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09 Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09 MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09 Kimberlyann2009 (Kimberly) 9/17/09 Sharie3 9/21/09 Italia2020 (Mia) 09/21/09 Ariane (Ariane) 09/21/09 Jenna1979 (Jennifer) 09/22/09 Dgaratoni (Donna) 09/22/09 Pookiemp 9/23/2009 leigna 09/24/09 Celestial 09/24/09 Kelly~v 09/24/09 Dewberry (Sandra) 09/27/09 Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09 Kinzie 09/28/09 Soexcited 9/30/09 ShrinkingV (Vickie) 9/30/09 Katlynn (Kat) 9/30/09

Sexy Septembers' Band List Soco 9/01/09 Amandakrangel 9/1/09 Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09 ms_Hart37 9/1/09 mosean6278 09/01/09 katklaws 09/01/09 SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09 Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09 ivy76 9/02/09 Tanpay 9/02/09 $occer mom 9/3/09 agnaus (Terri) 9/3/09 Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09 JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09 Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09 tzn (Karena) 9/8/09 mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09 juststarting 9/8/09 Jules 09/09/09 Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09 pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09 bradybrat 09/09/09 Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09 travel (Anita) 09/09/09 kittkat2009 09/10/09 Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09 stardustic 9/11/09 BrentinLA 9/14/09 Queen Bee 9/14/09 amwash23 9/14/09 romain123 9/14/09 Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09 Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09 Lula 9/15/09 Dandeegan 9/15/09 smallerj (jes) 9/16/09 Boo Cakes 9/16/09 Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09 Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09 Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09 MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09 Kimberlyann2009 (Kimberly) 9/17/09 Sharie3 9/21/09 Italia2020 (Mia) 09/21/09 Ariane (Ariane) 09/21/09 Jenna1979 (Jennifer) 09/22/09 Dgaratoni (Donna) 09/22/09 Pookiemp 9/23/2009 leigna 09/24/09 Celestial 09/24/09 Kelly~v 09/24/09 Dewberry (Sandra) 09/27/09 Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09 Kinzie 09/28/09 Soexcited 9/30/09 ShrinkingV (Vickie) 9/30/09 Katlynn (Kat) 9/30/09

Soco? Are you sure he said 1cc? Seems like most on here are getting anywhere from 3-5cc... Did you have some fill put in at time of your surgery? Good luck!

Sexy Septembers' Band List Soco 9/01/09 Amandakrangel 9/1/09 Coloradomom (Gen) 9/1/09 ms_Hart37 9/1/09 mosean6278 09/01/09 katklaws 09/01/09 SmilinShel (Michelle) 09/01/09 Comet321 (Chris) 9/1/09 ivy76 9/02/09 Tanpay 9/02/09 $occer mom 9/3/09 agnaus (Terri) 9/3/09 Jmtmb (JoLynne ) 9/4/09 JLDChester(Jamie)9/4/09 Cortney75 (Cortney) 9/4/09 tzn (Karena) 9/8/09 mrsyellis (yohontas)9/08/09 juststarting 9/8/09 Jules 09/09/09 Soldiersgem(ginna) 9/9/09 pr8453(Pam) 9/9/09 bradybrat 09/09/09 Ready4a2ndchance 9/09/09 travel (Anita) 09/09/09 kittkat2009 09/10/09 Hmarko (helen) 9/11/09 stardustic 9/11/09 BrentinLA 9/14/09 Queen Bee 9/14/09 amwash23 9/14/09 romain123 9/14/09 Nawlinzlady (Dee) 9/15/09 Anni80 (annie) 9/15/09 Lula 9/15/09 smallerj (jes) 9/16/09 Boo Cakes 9/16/09 Hardygostlin (Jody) 9/17/09 Loveslady(Tawonda) 9/17/09 Gatorgirl1024 (Shelley) 9/17/09 MishiB (Michelle) 9/17/09 Kimberlyann2009 (Kimberly) 9/17/09 Sharie3 9/21/09 Italia2020 (Mia) 09/21/09 Ariane (Ariane) 09/21/09 Jenna1979 (Jennifer) 09/22/09 Dgaratoni (Donna) 09/22/09 Pookiemp 9/23/2009 leigna 09/24/09 Kelly~v 09/24/09 Dewberry (Sandra) 09/27/09 Chickychoo (Jill) 09/28/09 Kinzie 09/28/09 Soexcited 9/30/09 ShrinkingV (Vickie) 9/30/09 Katlynn (Kat) 9/30/09

Welcome to the Sexy Septembers and Congrats on losing 28lbs! That is awesome!:sneaky: I found the thread, thank you for sharing your experience. I noticed star is feeling a great deal of restriction, how about you? Gen, I managed to live on liquids for a month, but I was still hungry. I didn't take away the hunger. Maybe it will jump start your loss again. I know that I am just plain stuck and I keep trying to repeat to myself ...this is a lifelong committment...this is a marathon...etc. etc. Sometimes it works, most times not :thumbup: Kimberlyann, we were banded around the same date, I don't feel that tightness anymore, it went away around the 2nd week, but everyone is different. When is your first fill scheduled?

You could be talking about me! I am also stuck at 20 lbs. :cursing:I won't get a fill until Nov 9th. I am also doing the exercise, it doesn't seem to be helping the scale, but I feel much better and more energy. :thumbup:

Soco, I'm with ya girlie! I haven't gained but I have been stalled with the same 2 lbs for 2 wks. I have to wait all the way to nov 9th for my fill because I will be outa town. At this point I would be happy just not to gain :thumbup: