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Gabi I am from Texas, about 100 miles west of Dallas, I believe it does take a lot of courage on our parts to do this, I believe we are just taking a stand and saying no more of this diet, binge, up and down weight world, we are having a final say on it all. I feel little bad when I hear of some not doing so good, I have made myself get outside 2-3 times a day and walk 10-15 minutes to try and build up my strength and stamina, have to go back to work Monday which will be 6 days post-op, very sedentary job though! Prayers go up, answers come down! God Bless You and your family! Nancy

I am a teacher! I teach 7th and 8th graders. I didn't really tell my principal what kind of surgery I was having. I am planning on returning to work on Monday - surgery was this Thursday. I really gained my weight over the last 20 years, since I got married and had my kids. My students will be super about it! Because I teach 7th and 8th, my students will be there with me next year, too. So they should really see the difference.

Hi, how did your day go today, more comfortable?? I am still having trouble with the soft foods, liquids are a bit better, but still have to sip super slow. I thought it would be better today, I filled on Monday, but maybe I should of call the doc. Weight is about the same, first 1 1/2 day weight of 3 lbs to almost 5 has csme off, but not more from day 3. I am not hungry, but I am getting thirsty, but have to be so careful. I hope you are not the same place I am at, suffering, if you are,.... what are you going to do? wait? Any advice appreciated. good luck

Patti

i can tell you are looking different. your face looks so skinner. I had to get a fill today, hadden had one in awhie and i havent fet any restriction for awhile. I GAINED 6 LBS THIS MONTH!!! My first big gain in 8 months. I'm not really upset about it because I know I have been doing wrong this last two or so weeks. So back to working hard again. I guess just doing yard work isnt workout out. any good advise?

I am doin fine..I had my first fill 3-18-09. Got 1cc..Cant tell muh diff...But I am suppose to get another fill in 3 weeks..Lets see if I can tell the diff..Hopefully I will..I cant tell muh with this fill..But that is something you tore a stitch...Hmmm you were jumping around..lol.I bet you were being naughty when u did that..haha..hint hint..Anyways enough of my crazii talkin..How muh weight have u lost.I have lost 22 pounds..and workin my way down to more lost..woohooo...Hope u are feelin better and take it easy on the jumpin round.lol..hugs..

Laura,

Wow, haven't been on here forever! I am now in VA and hate it. Since the move, I haven't lost a lb..if anything I have gained a few. I have discovered I hate change. Hope all is well and Merry Christmas!

Lynette

wow you are really pretty , what was your starting weight cause to me you look not big at all =)

I was banded on 9/4/09.

Starting weight was 230. As of 12/24/09 I am 181.

I hope you have a wonderful cruise, after the third fill you are so full. You will probably lose weight on the cruise. They do serve high quality foods and give you so many good choices. Whatever you do, have fun! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

at this point i do. I am eating very little and get full fast. I am dropping weight so I figure why mess with it yet. I just finished 35 min walk/jog on the treadmill so I think I'm going to not ask for a fill but I want to make sure the placement of my band is good since I'm having a flouroscopy. do you know how many cc's you had in your band as a primer when you first went in?

Oh and with Aetna how long the weight loss requirement(diet)? The lady I spoke to said that United has no requirement but Aetna may ask for 4 month diet...

How is your weight loss coming?

:laugh::laugh:hey guys happy new year, i went crazy during the time between thanksgiving and xmas,ate a lot of sweets,what kills me is i eat a fraction of what i ate before and hardly eat carbs but i gained weight,i am the president of this slow losing group,lol, i finally got a hold of myself and stopped eating crap, and have lost a couple of lbs,when i think 4 mos have passed sometimes i get upset at my self for not losing more,but what can i do, i have an app't in 2 weeks and i'm asking for a fill,i only have 4cc's in my band and suspect i need a little more,hope you all are doing better than me good luck to all of you,bye:laugh:

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I'll keep losing because its not even close to the calories I used to take in & this just keeps me tied over. I'm in no race to lose weight, I'm trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. So if it doesn't melt off like Dr.Oh wants it too, I'm ok with that. I want to do this healthy. And his crash diet is so not that. I guess he has a poor reputation w/nutrionists in the area because he's not concerned w/nutrion, just weight loss. That can be dangerous. I found out his "nutrionists" at St. Francis aren't all certified, they are ex-patients of his. =O I know right! So be careful how far you take this liquid thing. Use your best judgement. But don't eat any meats!! Or even fish yet! Soft soft foods only. You don't want you stomach working hard to digest foods or the band can slip. Eat as much protein in fat free greek yogurts & fat free cottage cheese. It might help you feel human again.

Hi......I read your comment in a blog post that you made sure you met the weight criteria when you got weighted. I'm in that same boat. In the morning I don't weigh enough. At night, I just cross the line into bmi 40. Do they weigh you with your clothes on? Thanks......jan

I would like to wish you a Happy Birthday and best wishes on your Weight Loss Journey

Christmas was wonderful - thanks for asking! I have lost and gained the same pound in the past month of mushies. Got got my first fill this morning. Liquids for 2 days, then a day of mushies, then real food FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE NOV 8! Wowee!! How have you been?

Thank you soo much for the picture comment..and yes mam im becomming happier as the weight falls off!! You look great as well...keep on pushin....i know its a pain in the butt but i know you will love gettin smaller jean sizes every 2-3 months...!

what did you do to lose the weight you needed to thats awsome! do you have a date yet.

I will be running around naked with more in mind than weight if I can make it to be 185 by Valentines Day! That is my next challenge! LOL My sweet husband is so patient with me, lord knows he has to be! I have never seen him overweight in the 31 years we have been married! He is 6'2" tall and weighs about 175! He is really getting happy for me now. He sees the strength I am getting from losing the weight and working out at the Gym! I want to be able to hike along nature trails with him and travel a lot in our Golden Years! Keep in touch!

Yes from Houma. How bout you? Had mine Nov. 10th. Lost 30lbs. Had my second fill yesterday and can really feel the difference. Was able to eat most anything til yesterday. Hope to start a faster weight loss.

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BT,

You are so correct, but it is really hard for me to wait on things that's going to improve my life. I know my weight did not occur over night and there is no magic fix to my weight issues.

I guess am so ready to live the life without this weight I have always wanted to live. Sometimes it a pain that no one really understands unless they have walked in the life of an over weight person.

Again, I really appreciate your encouragement. Good luck with your scheduled date to be banded.

How is your journey going with the band? I noticed that we are both in Virginia...and start weights and age are the same.

Hey Meg!

Just wanted to wish you a Happy New Year! How's it going? How has your life changed since you've lost all the weight?

Sandy