So close, yet so far....

Infaith · November 3, 2005

Hello all,

After a lot of thought, discussion and supportive words from friends (special thanks to my 12/21 posse buddy) I made the phone call and have an appointment for rebanding January 19th!

Now the goal is to make sure I'm as healthy as possible for surgery. At first I was panicked thinking, "I need to get my weight back down to where I was when I lost my band", but I know darn good and well that if I feed into that panic I will gain weight instead of losing it. :cry

So....I have about 2 1/2 months (of course during holiday season....sheesh!) but taking little steps (literally). I got my water bottle at work that I'm drinking on my breaks (can't have it in the class I cleanroom fab I work in) and was able to get 2 liters down fairly easily last night. Also found a hiding place at work (people love to sit down and talk to you while you're reading....argh) on the 6th floor so I am taking the stairs from the 3rd floor at each of my breaks.

I'm trying....

Iluvharleys · November 3, 2005

Hang in there, that time will fly by! Great for you for getting started on the Water so soon! Did you decide to go back to the same doctor? Please, keep us posted. Come here for some support, we'll help you get through the time period!

Jammin & Losin · November 3, 2005

Infaith this is great. I'm so happy for you!! Keep us posted on how things are going for you!!

November 3, 2005

Darcey, I am so glad you decided to get rebanded. Just take it one day at a time and if you gain some weight before your surgery, well then you gain some weight. It's not the end of the world. You are an inspiration, to know that bad things can happen with the band but that we can bounce back and go after our dreams again. Keep us posted.