Thank you Lap Bad!! Reflections after 9 months

[goalseeker 695]

Recently, I began to ponder all the amazing things this surgery has given me. I absoutely would get a LapBand again if I had to go back in time. It has been the best thing that has ever happened to me...with the exception of hubby and kids obviously. So I thought I would make a list of all of these things. I know that reading stuff like this helped me to encourage me when I was starting out.

Thank you LapBand for...

1. self-confidence-I now look in the mirror or at picture and am happy with the person looking back at me. Seeing the results of my efforts is priceless...I have reached goals I thought were just dreams.

2. control- I no longer feel controlled by food or the need to eat. Not being hungry or feeling deprived has allowed me to make good food choices MOST of the time.

3. health- I am healthier than I have ever been. My resting pulse is in the 60s, my blood pressure is low, my cholesterol is improving.

4. the desire to exercise- I exercise 6 days a week and have gotten to the point that if I miss my workout my day just doesn't seem right. I love the way it makes me feel and the way it is reshaping my body.

5. energy- I have so much energy to do active things with my children and family.

6. the ability to wrap a towel around myself after a shower!!

7. the ability to bend down and tie my shoes or buckle a pair of cute sandals without too much effort...and painting my toes is easier too.

8. not being hot and sweaty all the time

9. shopping in any store I want and any department of that store.

10. wearing a bikini...even if it is only in the back yard with my hubby and kids.

11. crossing my legs under a table with ease.

12. cute clothes...I've become a bit of a shopper as of late

13. knee high boots!!!

14. shopping at victoria's secret

and of course I know there is plenty more that just won't come to mind.

I started out at 255 and am now 175. I have 25 to go!!

I have lost a total of 57 inches over my whole body...10.75 in my waist, 8 in my hips, 7 in my chest, 3 in both arms, 3.75 in both thighs, 2.75 in both calves, (it doesn't add up cause I'm not listing it all).

I couldn't be happier with the results. I look forward to reaching the next 10 pounds lost and then onto the final goal....It can be done. Don't get discouraged!!

What do you thank YOUR lapband for???

[SeaSounders♥ 225]

You are truly inspiring thank you for posting and congrats on your success!!

[mrsto 2,925]

GoalSeeker - you look FABulous! And thanks so much for the post. It's so motivating and helpful to hear the success stories.

Today, I thank the lap band for giving me hope; something I lost over the past few years

[mrsto 2,925]

6. the ability to wrap a towel around myself after a shower!!

OMG - aside from everything else I relate to on your list (from past loss of large amounts of weight), this one really struck a chord. I use bath sheets, and there was a time where I thought they might be shrinking. REALLY?! I looked in the mirror with such disgust, knowing well and good that the damn thing can't shrink! I'm glad to say, it's wrapping around a lot better today, than it did pre-op

[ADJL 685]

Amazing progress! Your photos are such an inspiration! It still seems so far fetched that in 9 months I could be where you are! Thanks for the motivation...and 9 months from now I'll tell you what I'm thanking my band for.

[chasingadream 1,311]

You are truly an inspiration!! I am just beginning this wild ride with the beginning of my testing phase. I can't wait to get the band and begin the journey. I see from all of you what hard work it is but i am ready, willing, and thankfully able to begin this amazing journey and transformation.

Stories like yours fill me with hope and excitement about what may lay ahead for me. I know everyones' journey is so very different but I like to hang my hope on those successful stories such as yours.

Congrats and thanks again for being an inspiration....you look amazing...love your pics!!

[Sharpie 3,306]

You are a beautiful girl.. it's amazing what weight loss can do... I am thankful that I had the opportunity to have the lapband surgery... my diabetes is under control.. my cholesterol is lower, my blood pressure is lower and I am starting to live life.. I can actually bend over and clean my bathrooms, I can tie my shoes and I can exercise.. I can ride my horse again.. clothes shopping is way more fun.. no longer have to look for the 1x or larger sizes.. after losing 40 lbs life is good, can't wait til I lose the rest (33 )... thank you for your positive message..

[can_do 195]

Congrats!

[pgkpjs 113]

Great job!

[goalseeker 695]

You are a beautiful girl.. it's amazing what weight loss can do... I am thankful that I had the opportunity to have the lapband surgery... my diabetes is under control.. my cholesterol is lower' date=' my blood pressure is lower and I am starting to live life.. I can actually bend over and clean my bathrooms, I can tie my shoes and I can exercise.. I can ride my horse again.. clothes shopping is way more fun.. no longer have to look for the 1x or larger sizes.. after losing 40 lbs life is good, can't wait til I lose the rest (33 )... thank you for your positive message..[/quote']

That's awesome! Congrats on your success as well!

[Spaness2012 609]

What a great post! Your energy and good attitude are contagious!!

[lisamase 52]

This was perfect for me. I'm 5 days in and I weigh 250lbs. I want to get to have the same check list as you!!! How long did it take you? You look great! Such a great accomplishment. Do you go out and have dinner or drinks with friends, do you feel normal?

[dgoertz1 120]

Awesome! You look great!

[dawalsh 919]

You look fantastic! Congratulations!

[Pittsburgher 261]

I love that you are wearing the same clothes congrats to you!!!!