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My 7 month surgiversary is coming up on Sept. 7 but I wanted to give a quick update on my progress so far. I was stalled for a few weeks but have started losing again. Because I started back to work (I'm a teacher so I have 8 weeks off in the summer), my workouts have decreased but for some reason, I am losing weight!! I think it's because I'm back into my "work" routine. During summer break I tend to eat out more often with friends but during work there isn't enough time to eat out so I have been bringing left-overs, making my own lunch or eating a Lean Cuisine. I am down 59 pounds - yup, 1 pound away from 60. I am a little behind where I set my goal but I am ecstatic with my progress!!!! I do still workout 3-4 times per week, usually walking for 1 hour a couple times and then I do a Zumba class for 1 hour a couple times per week also.

I will do a 7 month update on Sept. 7 and hopefully I'll be at -60! :)

Take care,

Jenn

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It's great you're doing so well biggrin.gif

Have you had any fills in your band at all? Do you feel any restriction from the band? I know it's probably hard to tell what's the band and what's the Plication, but I'm curious as to what you're impressions on this aspect are.

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Absolutely no fill in my band. I plan on never ever filling it. My restriction is much better with just the plication than it ever was with just the band. I would be afraid to get a fill because I think I would be too restricted!!

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Gongratulation Jenn on your journey, job well done, and I want to wish you good luck in your first day of school,I'm a mother of 3 boys and have so much respect for all teachers,My kids, all teenagers,had the best teachers so far,I'm sure that you are one of those teachers.

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Lena - aah thanks! We have been back for 2 weeks already!! I have a very nice class of 5th graders this year and I feel more energized than I have in a LONG time so I think it will be a great year!

Chow - thanks!!

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Jenn -

Way to go! You continue to be an inspiration to me. :)

I hope you continue to let us know how you're doing. It means a lot. :)

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Jenn - congrats! I am sure 25 or so 5th graders are benefiting from their newly energized teacher. Your surgery is making a difference in your own life and their lives. Nice to hear!

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Way to go Jenn!

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