MoniqueD

OMG!!!! I am so very happy to see you all back. I see there is lots going on in your lives.... I will pray for us all to overcome our struggles.... I am doing okay. I haven't gained but I am NOT losing anymore... It's totally my fault. I'm not exercising as much as I was and I am eating way too much on the weekends..... During the week, while at work... I do FINE! I need to get myself together and get to goal! I am literally within reach and can't seem to get re-motivated!!!!! I still wear my pedometer daily. I am seriously addicted to it!!! I do want to see you all and plan to be there on May 14 if that's still the date we're meeting. I have a mini-goal to lose 13lbs by May 27th....My birthday! I basically have 2 months to make it happen. We should all set a mini-goal. Something small and attainable. I am going to go back to the beginning and start recording all BLT's-Bites, Licks and Tastes! Starting tomorrow. I am getting my journal out right now. I forgot who said it... I'm sure many of you have. But... I think we all started getting the multiple notifications from LBT for a reason....We need to get off our butts and get ourselves together. We all started this journey for many reasons with one common goal!!!! TO LOSE WEIGHT!!! LETS DO IT PEOPLE!!!! Not waiting til Monday to get back on track.... Been there, done that! Luv, Monique!!!!

Hi Everyone!!! I'm still here. I'm doing well and would love to meet-up with you all soon. Lee-I will be coming to the Richmond Meeting real soon. I need to start coming....Extra motivation.....needed.... Hopw all are well.....

Hello Everyone! Happy New Year....It sure is quiet here. All must be well....LOL.....

Hello Everyone!!!! Yes, the site has changed and with the holidays looming....it's getting harder and harder for me to get on here. I am doing well and would also love to meet-up!!! You know I'm down to meet and walk in Vallejo if we can go to that place where I had the clam chowder!!!! Yes, I still eat soups... Matter of fact, I could eat some right now.... I'm hungary!!! I'm home sick and decided I needed to check in!!!! Let's plan a date...TTYL............

Oh my goodness. Where the heck is everyone? I can't believe I posted 6 days ago and there are NO MORE POSTS!!! All must be well and on-track!!!

Lee-thanks for the reminder! Ashley and I are planning to come!!!! Look for us! We won't recognize you! See some of you later. Jess....Candra-Are you ladies coming? Anyone else planning to be there? Maria? Beatrice??? Can't recall ohters who come to the Richmond Meetings!!!!! Sorry if I left u out! Not intentional!!! Muah!!!!! See you later!

Hi All. Karen you are in my prayers. I hope all goes well. I miss you all!!!

Riley... OMG! He is taking a leap of faith. Like Reggie said...give him a few life lines and he will return...TRUST! Reggie-hey lady! How are you? I see you are making good progress! Whats the secret? I could stand to lose 6lbs too! Lol I have come to the conclusion that I have One Bite Syndrome! It's when the first bite gets stuck! Ugh! This happens to me quite often! Even when I am eating things that are totally on program! I have been doing some research on here and have found some useful strategies! The first being to consume something HOT before eating and another being to wait at least 2 minutes after taking the first bite. I have to do something the pain is killing me. If nothing else...it may be he cause of me being able to lose a few! Not a good way to lose but....I'll take it! Have a great, thoughtful weekend!

Riley! Hey lady! Congratulations!!!!! How sweet! How's life?

Omg! Beatrice it sounds like you're doing great! Congrats... gurl! We all need the support. I'm kinda stuck at 185.?? But I know what I'm consistently doing wrong! I need to come to some support group meetings! Should have gone tonight. Maybe 3rd Wednesday. Can't wait to see you. I know I won't recognize you! We should all go to somebody's support group meeting! Come on peeps. Let's motivate each other! Let's go! We got this!!!!!

Hi ladies and gents!!! How are you all? I know as we approach the holidays we need support more than ever. Check in peeps! Ttyl......

Happy Halloween!!! I hope all are well... It sure is quiet here!!!

Hey everyone! Lee-Thanks lady!!! How are you? I hope all is well. We need to get together soon.

Hey everyone!!!! All is well here. I can't believe that tomorrow is my 1 year Banniversary!!!! October 20, 2009 I certainly doesn't feel like it has been one full year. I am still happy with my decision and look forward to losing this last 15-20lbs..... We really need to plan a get together.

Hello Everyone! I was banded on 10/20/09 and am 5 days from my one-year Banniversary!!! To date, I've lost 80lbs.... Since surgery, I've lost 35lbs... I sometimes feel like that's not enough in a year but.... it's more than I would have done on my own... I love my band... Although she gives me problems..... She keeps me on track and doesn't let me stray too far..... I have to say it again.... I love my band.

Hey 'erbody!!! All is well here. I am losing again... I was stuck for a while at 197, 196, 195... Then 191, 192.... Now I'm hovering around 185, 184 and working towards the 170's by the end of October. I have reset my goal weight to 170... I have 15lbs to go!!!! I feel great. Although I still struggle and want to eat a cow!!! It's just that I can't... I need to follow the rules and eat just enough...not to the point where it hurts..... We do need to schedule a meet and greet!!!! Soon!!! TTYL

Hi Everyone! Pat~It's so good to hear from you. Glad you're back. Sounds like you are at a point where you need the most support. We are here for you. Sorry about the job loss. Yes, you have to stay positive ans see it as an opportunity to seek what you love!!!! Focus or shall I say RE-FOCUS on yourself.... Be strong. Jes-Hey lady! Good to see you posting. I have been missing and struggling too. I have been getting lots stuck since my last fill 6/18. I'm at 6cc's and some days are good.... i just can't seem fo follow the dang rules.... I hope all are well cuz it sure is quiet in here!!!!!

Nicole, OMG! What do you mean they won't even talk to you? To heck with that...Justgo there. They will have to treat you! Did you recently get a large fill? Please go in now. Be sure to keep us posted.

Good morning everyone! I'm here. Marking my spot. Hope all are well.

Hi everyone! I'm here as well. Typing with one hand sucks.... I am doing well. I can't believe I am approaching my 1 year Banniversary. The year sure went fast. It will be here on 10/20!!!! Currently, I weigh....189.2lbs... To date, I've lost 65.8lbs total, 30.3 are Post-Op pounds.... I am trying to lose 14lbs by Oct. 20 to get me to 175lbs.... I must focus!! Ash, I miss you too. I'm going to call you today!!! I wish everyone a great week!!!

Hey everyone!!! All is well here. Looking forward to seeing you all soon, I hope!

Nicole, Tina and Ashley, thanks for the well wishes. Ashley-I'm going to call you tonight.....Preparing for a nap... TTYL

Hi everyone. glad to see so many posting!!! Positive inspiration...I so need it. Reggie, Jess~Hi ladies....I'm here with you. Struggling too. I would do so much better if I just followed the rules. I'm coming around. Ash~You go lady. You have passed me up now. I'm stuck at 191lbs. I plan to break into the 180's this week. NEWS!!!! I BROKE MY DAMN HAND FRIDAY NIGHT! I was stepping over a chair and to keep from falling..... I hit my hand really haed on the seatback!!!! I'm in a cast and boy, oh boy I'm in so much pain... Living on Percocet!!!!

Riley-oh ok! I got confused. Thought you were referring to the band. Whew!!!! Yeah, go ahead and get that gallblader out. You don't need it anyway. Lol. I hope all are well. Work your bands ladies and gents.

Thanks Riley! We all could use some positive words of encouragement. Sorry you are having troubles and considering band removal. I'm sure it wil all workout for you.