bbrecruiter2000 1 Posted March 19, 2004 Hi my friends, Today is the big day. I am down 100 pounds.!!!!! :eek: Got there in 8 months 3 weeks and 5 days! Now I still have at least 54 pounds to go, but that number sounds far less intimidating! I am so overwhelmed that I don't know what to say. My life is dramatically different now. I am no longer afraid of chairs, booths etc.. I can workout for 45 minutes doing cardio without feeling like I'm having a heart attack. My skin is better, no more double chin, no more swelling and I am no longer the biggest person in a restaurant or at a social event. For those just starting the band is the best investment I ever made for myself. Yes, its hard work and you need to do a lot of headwork and make lots of changes, but it is worth it if you stick to the program. I love my band!!! Babs in TX 334/234/180 -100 and counting 6/23/03 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Moucher Posted March 19, 2004 Babs- You go girl!! Great Job, keep up the good work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted March 19, 2004 Congratulations, Babs!! That is such an accomplishment, you should be VERY proud of yourself! Someday that will be me, I hope... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~c~ 1 Posted March 19, 2004 Congratulations!!You are an inspiration!!That is such a huge accomplishement!bravo bravo!!! Do you have any pictures on the web?I would love to see the before and afters!! Chantal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickadee 0 Posted March 19, 2004 Wow! That's such an amazing accomplishment. I'm sure the next 54 pounds will come off too because it sounds like you're willing to walk the walk and use this tool to it's fullest. Congratulations! Becky to be banded April 6! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leo 4 Posted March 19, 2004 Congrats! I feel exactly the same! its not been easy, but getting banded is the best investment I ever made also! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Audrey 21 Posted March 19, 2004 What a great post !!! inspirational !!! Thanks for sharing! Audrey x Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrwindt 12 Posted March 20, 2004 Hi Babs Congratulations! What a wonderful achievement. I am just 2 pounds short of my century mark, so I know how great you must feel. I'll be happy to be celebrating in the next week or two. Keep it up. The next 54 pounds may be the hardest, or the slowest, but what an accomplishment! Enjoy! Mary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbrecruiter2000 1 Posted March 20, 2004 Chantal, I am working on finding a good pic to post on the web. I have a good before pic and I had my husband take a few pics today. Alexandra: You are almost halfway there yourself, so kudos on your great success. Mary: You are doing really great. I will be here with a Woohoo for you in a few days!!!! Thanks for all of the support. You guys are great!!!! Babs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
not2big42long 0 Posted March 20, 2004 Way to go!!!:banana Can't wait to be a part of it all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sheila 0 Posted March 22, 2004 Way to go Babs. What an inspiration you are! I will be banded on April 5 and I can't wait to get to where you are. You make me know that it really can happen! Thanks for posting your accomplishments. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
birdee 1 Posted March 22, 2004 YIPPEE!!!!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!!! 54 pounds....They'll be gone in no time! Birdee:D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
donali 57 Posted March 22, 2004 WHoooooo hOoooooo! Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lmtorb 3 Posted March 22, 2004 First, CONGRATULATIONS!! I know how difficult it can be, but sooooo worth it!! I had my surgery July 17, 2003, just shortly after yours. And I'm right on track with you with only 3 pounds to go to hit MY "century mark"!! Isn't it a GREAT feeling!?! Hang in there and let's lose our last "half-century" together!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FDATrialGuineaPig 7 Posted March 23, 2004 Whohoooooooooooooo Babs!!! Way to go!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites