I have kicked him to the curb!

[sawyer77 1]

Oh, I'm so excited in my new-found confidence and I just have to share with my bandster folk.

I have been with a guy for 7 years, on and off because I love him dearly and thought of him as my best friend and my future, in spite of his problems and the imperfect things in our relationship. We've been through a lot together and I used to think it just made us stronger as a couple. But I still had so many doubts and uncertainties -- though I never followed through with really, fully, FINALLY breaking up with him. Part of it (probably bigger than I realize!) was that I didn't think I could really find someone to love me after him, so I always took him back, even with what I suspected were great betrayals.

Tonight I've discovered that the awful things I suspected for years were actually true. I ended it, FOR GOOD.

I think the new lap-band confidence I have, the renewed self-esteem, the renewed love I have for myself and my life helped me tremendously.

Tonight I type this with my heart full of gratitude that I have had enough of a life change to END it FOR GOOD.

Thank you, lap-band! THANK YOU! In addition to my 24 pounds lost, you've helped me to lose 190 pounds in the blink of an eye! I love you!

[Blaze21 5]

Congratulations on moving on from a bad relationship and the weight loss. Good luck.

[BobbieND 3]

Woot! Woot !

That is SOOO awesome! Congrats :-)

[bella71 0]

A lousy boyfriend is the best weight you'll ever lose.

It's good to make healthy choices in every part of your life. Best of luck!!

[Brockbabe82 0]

Im so happy for you. On to better things ! Keep up the great work!

[sawyer77 1]

Thanks so much for the support! :-) I'm sticking to my guns this time.

[ValJean 6]

A lousy boyfriend is the best weight you'll ever lose.

That is hilarious, bella71! Love it!

[XxMariposaxX 1]

Good for you! Positive changes are a-comin!