My Day has come !

[Doddie63 6]

Angel Bear. How much fill do you have in your band. I have 4 ccs and feel pretty good. Weight is slowly coming off many weeks stay the same but I am not rushing it. Doddie

[Tres Chic 0]

I was wondering if my port might have flipped since it does stick out ?

My understanding is that TLBC began to use a different procedure early this year, which resulted in some of us having ports that tend to flip. (They aren't doing them that way now). But as long as your fills can be done, there is no need to fix the port, and just because it sticks out doesn't necessarily mean its flipped. I've talked to the clinic about mine (which IS flipped) and they said they'd gladly fix it if I continue to have difficulty getting fills.

Hope everyone is well... I haven't been online in ages.

[angel bear 2]

Hi Doddie,

I have 5.5 cc left in my band. I needed several defills since I wasn't getting enough in - very tight. I waited about 2 weeks worth of misery before getting the first defill and then decided that I was close to goal and got another 1 cc taken out. Take it easy with fills - it is a tool and must be used wisely - too tight and you're setting yourself up for problems. Like the tortoise - slow and easy wins the race and it will stay off. Have a great week!

[Doddie63 6]

Thanks Angel Bear. From what you have said, I think I will stay with 4 ccs for a few months and see how it goes. I have PB'd 3 times since receiving the last fill so will work on my chewing habits before going higher in the fills. Doddie

[angel bear 2]

Doddie,

I would take it easy with the fills and it looks like you're doing the right thing - 23 lbs is great. One trick that works for me is putting down my fork or spoon between bites. I don't watch TV while I eat either since I can't listen to my body. I often close my eyes and savor my bites while I eat - especially if its a treat! I've learned to use spices too- and I have my own herb garden this summer - what a difference in taste. Have a great week!

[Yasmina 0]

On July 23 (Monday) I will be going for a fill . Will anyone be at TLBC that day ?

[angel bear 2]

Sorry, I'm going for a defill on 25 Jul in the morning. Good luck!

[Doddie63 6]

Thanks for that angel bear. I sometimes despair that I am not dropping the weight like others but then I keep reminding myself that the band is there to educate me not to give me the easy way out. I believe strongly the band is helping me as I have not gained and I am eating smaller portions. The junk food is eaten but only under controlled circumstances. For instance, Jim and I are watching a football game and he brings out the cheezies. I take a small bowl (custard cup) fill it and that is all I eat. This way I don't feed deprived. Before I used to refuse it until I was alone then I gourged myself. I no longer do that. So I think I am making inroads. Again thanks for the encouragement. It helps tremendously. Doddie

[Sybaritic01 0]

I'm having surgery on the 30th at tlbc!!! All the best to you!!!

[angel bear 2]

Doddie,

I think that it's a very individual journey and we can't measure our progress based on others even though it's very difficult not to do so. I think it's wonderful that you have conquered some of your snacking problems - I too had to start small and not deny my snack foods because then they are more tempting. I can eat 5 chips (my kids think I'm nuts) but that satisfies me and sometimes 1 is enough (if you had told me a year ago that was the case I would have laughed!) Keep up the good work and remember that the tortoise won the race with his slow and steady pace.

Have a wonderful sunny week! Makes it easier to enjoy when the sun is shining and the flowers are blooming. Hugs,

[Doddie63 6]

Your post Angel Bear is wonderfully encouraging. I sure hope others that are fighting with themselves read it. So often I get caught up in the posts of people loosing weight fast and I wonder why I can't be like that, then I read your post and see your success.

The tortoise is a great example and I think I will change my ticker to a tortoise instead of lightning. I feel really uplisted this morning. Thanks again. Doddie

[angel bear 2]

Thank you for your kind words Doddie,

I found lots of encouragement from the posts and especially from Yoda. She is the best. And each members journey is special so it's fantastic when someone is successful or has a great day from just a kind word or piece of advice. I think you're a very strong person and you'll do great. I've noticed your words of encouragement to others even as you are struggling. Enjoy your journey - for I firmly believe it's going to be a lifetime commitment (I never want to be big again cause thin feels so good!)

Have a great day!

[Yasmina 0]

My weight seems to be stuck in the same place. Any advice would be great on how to get things going. I will be starting back at the Gym next week with my trainer. ( I was away most of the summer )

[lisa in toronto 0]

My weight seems to be stuck in the same place. Any advice would be great on how to get things going. I will be starting back at the Gym next week with my trainer. ( I was away most of the summer )

Yasmina: If you are fairly careful with your intake, then getting back to the gym will make all the difference!

[lisa in toronto 0]

Your post Angel Bear is wonderfully encouraging. I sure hope others that are fighting with themselves read it. So often I get caught up in the posts of people loosing weight fast and I wonder why I can't be like that, then I read your post and see your success.

The tortoise is a great example and I think I will change my ticker to a tortoise instead of lightning. I feel really uplisted this morning. Thanks again. Doddie

Doddie, in all your posts to me you have been so helpful and encouraging. To share when you are having a tough time of it yourself is really inspiring. I have no doubt that you have it in you to get to your goals, in weight loss and in all aspects of life.