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I want to write this, just to let you know that I think that getting my band was the best thing that I ever did.

I was banded by Dr Ortiz in 04/2003. I originally weighed 362lbs, then lost 80 pounds in 9 months. Then, for over 2 years, I went through a horrible time in my life which had nothing to do with my band. But the only way I knew how to cope was by eating. Now, I had a pretty good restriction, but I learned to eat around the band. Over those 2 years, I gained 55 pounds back. If I didn't have the band, I would have easily gained well over 100 or more.

I finally got my life back on track and found that I still have great restriction when I eat the right foods. I have lost 20 pounds and am going strong. Once I got my mind set, the rest has become very easy because my band makes it easy.

I am glad that I didn't have the bypass like I was debating about back in 2002 because I would have failed miserably. I have a great tool, my best friend, my band.

I just wanted people that are thinking about being banded that it is a great tool...

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That is one of the top reasons I went with the band.

Good on you for jumping back on the bandwagon, the bandwagon will always be there waiting for you. When you fall, you can always just jump back on.

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Congratulations on overcoming the problems you faced and on your return to sanity via the lapband. Keep up with us so we'll know how you're doing.

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Welcome home, Sheryl. Great big LBT (((hugs))) from all the newbies you don't know on the board! LOL Your experience will be invaluable here. Yay you!

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Welcome back. Way to jump back into the game.

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Welcome back Sheryl, and good for you! Glad you are coming upon better times. I cannot believe you have been through such a hard time and still show up here to try to help support newbies! That's what I love about LBT

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Way to go Sheryl! Welcome back!

and congrats on only gaining 55 pounds. I know it does seem a lot, but when you put it into context with what you would have gained without the band, I think it does call out a lot

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Welcome back Sheryl! And congrats on both sets of weightloss! :scared: What a great story!! I'm glad you're on the other side of the ick!

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Welcome back and thank you for sharing your experience. I am glad that your personal problems are history and you're back to losing. I wish you continued success.

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Sheryl, thanks for sharing and teaching us pre-ops how to work that band. Glad your back on track!!

Roberta

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Congratulations for making it through the rough times, Sheryl. I really believe that what doesn't kill us makes us stronger. Since you're still breathing you must be stronger and ready to start out brand new. Good Luck!

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