Thank you Lap Bad!! Reflections after 9 months

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

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???

congrats on a great job

you look amazing..well done

and i thank my band for letting me be able to walk again

it literally gave me my life back...for that reason, is why

i am so passionate and strict..it DOES take want power

[goalseeker 695]

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' date=' do you feel normal?[/quote']

It has been 9 months and I had no pre-op diet. Yes I go out to eat. I have a cocktail here and there. I feel very normal. I just eat slower and a lot less than everyone else. It's wonderful!

[alandra 3]

You look amazing I hope I can reach my goal in a year my surgery is going to be in 10 days ....I can't wait.....so excited.......you are an inspiration for me

[michpell39 399]

Congratulations! You look terrific ! Stories like this make me know that I to can do this

[goalseeker 695]

Thanks for you support and encouraging words

[myshine84 33]

Thank you this means so much to me more than words could ever explain. There are times where i look in the mirror and just cry. I still think to myself after i get the lapband im still gonna look the same. I know you have to work hard at it i just hope i have the strength to do it. Thank you for encouraging me and inspiring me. I cried when you said you could cross your legs with ease i would love to do that. Yes its the little things other people take for granted that we all wish we could do! Thank you with tears in my eyes!

[myshine84 33]

Thank you this means so much to me more than words could ever explain. There are times where i look in the mirror and just cry. I still think to myself after i get the lapband im still gonna look the same. I know you have to work hard at it i just hope i have the strength to do it. Thank you for encouraging me and inspiring me. I cried when you said you could cross your legs with ease i would love to do that. Yes its the little things other people take for granted that we all wish we could do! Thank you with tears in my eyes!

[goalseeker 695]

Thank you this means so much to me more than words could ever explain. There are times where i look in the mirror and just cry. I still think to myself after i get the lapband im still gonna look the same. I know you have to work hard at it i just hope i have the strength to do it. Thank you for encouraging me and inspiring me. I cried when you said you could cross your legs with ease i would love to do that. Yes its the little things other people take for granted that we all wish we could do! Thank you with tears in my eyes!

You can do it! And it is worth every drop of sweat and tear of joy and frustration to feel happy with the person you see in the mirror and in pictures. I'm glad to know I can encourage and support others in this journey.

[meganb0216 23]

Wow how amazing!!!!!! You look awesome.

[tryingtolose24 45]

You can do it! And it is worth every drop of sweat and tear of joy and frustration to feel happy with the person you see in the mirror and in pictures. I'm glad to know I can encourage and support others in this journey.

This was beautiful. This is exactly what I needed to hear to keep going.

[waitingpatiently 250]

Great job! You can knock that last 25 off in no time!!!

[goalseeker 695]

Great job! You can knock that last 25 off in no time!!!

Thank you! I sure hope you're right.

[ShellyBellyIowa 78]

Way to go!!!!!! You ARE an inspiration!!! And I agree with every word you said! I love my band and everything it has given me!!

[icebergslim 38]

Thank you for sharing! Your post shows that you have worked hard, and it's so encouraging to see your progress. I'm 2.5 months post op and for the first time, I can envision my potential future by seeing your pics. Thanks again, and congrats on your success so far

[goalseeker 695]

Thank you for the kind words