Banded "veteran" of 2+years

[Guest Suzette]

Hi Patty, I got banded about the same time you did....September 9, 2002. I've only lost 60 pounds, but have been working also with a very underactive thyroid. I'm just happy to have THAT 60 pounds gone and I have 40 more to go.....slowly! I've accepted that I will be slow and I stopped comparing myself with all of you who lose so quickly.....I'll be the turtle...I've always thought they were cute. I haven't had a fill for awhile, so will be getting one soon. I have just recently found this site and get so much from all of you. I wish I would have found it soon after the band, but will surely continue to take advantage of all the encouragement, etc. I've also learned that the QUALITY of the food is what I yearn for......I get myself in trouble when I go for the quanity. Good luck on your goal for Tahiti in September, Patty.......I'm sure you do it! Thanks to all of you, I really enjoy reading your posts....they are definitely QUALITY!

Bye for now, Suzette

[maygoddess 53]

Thanks for visiting Suzette! You were banded on my wedding anniversary!

I am a turtle too..nothing wrong with turtles!!

For me..this new fill has really made a difference FINALLY after 2 years of inadequate fills (and fear of being too tight). Renewed optimism now that this really can work and I know I will get the rest of the weight off eventually.

Get your fill and this will work! Best of luck to you! I will see you around the boards!

Patty

8/13/02

Dr Kuri

[blossom 2]

Well, heck! Where have I been?? I keep missing threads, LOL!

Patty and Suzette, it's great that ya'll are here! Welcome! I am so glad to see happy bandsters on here who have had their bands for a while.

[Vicki Loichinger 444]

Patty and Suzette,

You two are a great inspiration. Thanks for sharing.

Vicki in Indy