Happy New Year!

[ChelleChi1969 69]

Haven't checked in for quite a while -- hope all my fellow bandsters are doing well!

It'll be four months of banded life on January 5 -- time flew by! I've learned much on my journey & I continue to work on being a better, healthier version of me. I'm down 42 pounds & I must admit that I'm enjoying the weight loss but also the NSV's as well.

I've had one fill & going back for another this month. My surgeon, nutritionist & I feel it's best to ensure I'm learning to "eat better" & not just look to fills as the be all, end all. I'm glad we are taking this approach because it really has helped me learned to eat better & make good choices. It's not always easy, but I'm still in the game!

I had to be kind to myself so I stopped comparing my weight loss to others. While I'm happy for everyone & it's motivating, it was also (at times) difficult because I would immediately think, "Why haven't I lost that much yet?" Or "Why can't I drop this weight more quickly?" We are all on our own journey, and I'm still learning to fully embrace and enjoy mine!

Wishing everyone the best in 2015! Below is a before & after (so far) photo of me. Feel free to share yours!

Edited January 3, 2015 by ChelleChi1969

[JustWatchMe 7,117]

You look beautiful and happy !! Isn't it great to start the new year with such enthusiasm ?!

[TheProfessor 378]

What wonderful wisdom, ChelleChi1969! Thanks for your warm and encouraging words. Happy new year! :-)

[ChelleChi1969 69]

Thank you so much for the lovely words & support. One day & one pound at a time! ????

[tmartinez 13]

congratulations