1 Day Shy of 10 Month Bandiversary

[BandedCandace 105]

10 months out..what!? I stepped on the scales for my weekly weigh in yesterday and weighed 325.8....325.8!!!!!!!!! I was 417 when I started my pre op diet..so since Jan 31, 2013 I have lost 91.2 lbs..Excuse my language..but HOLY SHIT!! Lap band is still the best decision I have ever made for myself and I absolutely wouldnt change anything. There are times I have ate too fast and had to throw up, but that just brings me back to reality real quick. When I walked into my dr's office on Jan. 16th to schedule my surgery I told my surgeon that I would be successful no matter what I had to do and he smiled and said yes you will, I have no doubts. Along the way I have found out who my true friends are..The ones that smile and say they support you when everyone is looking..but those are the same ones that I never once heard from when I was recovering from surgery and the ones who try to hand me a coke or a beer..knowing I cant have carbonated drinks...careless..or say they dont see a change in how I look..REally because I've lost over 90 lbs in 10 months..and I dont have time for that in my new life. I have an amazing support system in my family and my TRUE friends. My co-workers are amazing and respect that when I say no thank, its not because I dont want to be a part of the team and enjoy the food as well, its because it's not a wise decision for me to have what they are having..I can enjoy time with them with my 4 oz of food too and they get that. Anyway I just wanted to brag a little bit..because I feel like I deserve it. Have a great day!

[SIJoe 111]

Be very proud of yourself. Great work!

Joe

[bahuber5477 90]

Proud of you to!! I agree lap band was the greatest decision I have made to date. I am nearly 8 months out (Christmas exactly) am down 90 lbs. Started at 308 and am now down to 218. im so happy with that. I know I have a ways to go until I get to my goal weight but for once I know im actually going to get there some day. Its been a great deal of work along the way but its a lifestyle change and im never packing those lbs back on. I love all the energy I have and I am determined to kick butt at this journey.

Again, Congrats on all your success!!

Brittany.

[SillyAuntDi 1,610]

The people who say they can't see a difference are bat crap crazy. I just went and looked at your before/after pics and I see a great difference! Congrats to you!

[kll724 3,055]

You folks are doing great! Shout for joy and keep on keeping on!!! Woohoo! Karen...akak..kll724

[Sharpie 3,306]

Candace you are awesome... 90 lbs is a whole person ... don't you let anyone tell you they can't tell that is pure BS..My best friend spent the night by my bed when I had surgery and she has been there with me all the way.. We travel together and she is always supporting me.. that is what friendship is .. fair weather friends you don't need.. I can't wait to see how well you will do the next 10 months.. You may have a long way to go but not as far as you had 10 months ago... I know you will do it.. If I can do it anyone can.. After years of dieting, weight watchers, nutrisystem, Jenny Craig , Etc. and failing at all of them I am amazed at how great the band has worked for me... Best Wishes and Health for the New Year...

[Bandista 7,466]

What a great post -- thank you so much. You are amazing! So happy or you. And you too, Brittany. Wow!

[SandyM 1,956]

You look absolutely great.

[parisshel 1,892]

You deserve to crow about this! Congratulations on working that lapband so successfully. You have earned yourself the best Christmas present ever...feeling strong, healthy and positive!

[gowalking 10,790]

Brag away! what a great accomplishment. You should be very proud of your success!