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[ifyourstomachoffendsyou 1]

I'm in. 10 lbs by January. I'm actually going for 15 by my birthday Dec. 30 but I'm not rigid about it. It would mean I'd be at goal. A great Birthday present. But I've already lost 55 which is quite a present already.

I'm thinking the next new topic should be giving thanks. This could last a long time. I find living in thanksgiving helps with my food. So today I'm grateful for my band. I'm grateful that my insurance company paid for it. I'm grateful for losing 55 lbs. I'm grateful that my blood pressure is 110 over 68. Whoo hoo!. I'm grateful my food bill is down. I'm grateful that size 16's are almost too big for me, that I'm out of XL's. I'm grateful that I can cross my knees. I'm grateful that when I look down I can see my feet while I'm standing. I'm grateful I can walk easily for an hour or more.

That's just the weight and food stuff. This is a to-be-continued.

[IndioGirl55 32]

Great Idea Cheri and WTG girl on 55 lbs - that your 16 are getting too big - that blood pressure is down !!

I am thankful for my Band - I am thankful for all my new sisters that I have made here on lbt - Can't say my grocery bills have really gone down - I am buying more fresh veggies and healthy foods instead of the junk I bought before..

Kidder - I see you lurking - How are you doing girl!!! Long time since you have been here...

Laura - How are things going in NC.. Continued love & prayers being sent your way..

Julie - How are you doing - today..

Charlene - ck in time - how are you doing

I got my computer back today at lunch time - it was the power source and not the mother board (thank God) so I am back in full swing - hated that laptop and finger mouse.. not so much the laptop but the mouse issue -

Meredith - you haven't ck'd in since you got back from Cali...

Ok I am sort pooped - Not intentional forgetting anyone else

but I did 3.5 mile burned 500 cal and took the new treadmill up to 30 incline !!!

just cking in - I will cb in a few...

[Mrs. Bubba 0]

I'm here Janet..... There's been so much going on....barely keeping up with reading all the posts... Right now my head is spinning a bit as the pain is biting me again.. Maybe not quite as bad as it has been.. Has been better for a few days, but tonight is back again.. Had PT this morning and I think he aggrivated it a bit.. Hoping my bath and the cream DH just smeared all over my back and shoulder will help me relax and sleep...

Sorry, I'm just not up to commenting on everyone tonight.. You have been very busy again.. Laura, hope you and Nelson are with your folks and Nelson makes your dad's eyes light up a bit....

Linda, congrats..... way to go...

I also had a fill today... .4 cc........ brings me to about 8.5.......... hope to feel some restriction again... I am thinking about the WL challenge.... I'm just not sure I can get my head around it if I don't start feeling better soon.... I'll let you all know later...

Time to try to settle down and relax... You all take care and I'll hope to post again tomorrow... Weclome newbies........ Great site here........... TTYL.......... Julie

[TinyaK 0]

Hey Tiny..welcome. Tell us a bit about yourself. I love this thread. It's my daily dose of what I need to stay on top of LB issues. Also, this is a very friendly and well-informed group of ppl to check in with. Looking forward to getting to know you!:tongue_smilie:

Well thank you Apples!!! First, I want to agree with you that this thread is a daily dose of what I also need. You all do seem really friendly and thats exactly what I need, is friends who understand.

As far as me I live in Moreno Valley, CA. I was banded 3/3/09; I am married and have 5 kids and 4 grandchildren. I have lost 47lbs so far and have about 95 to go!!! My husband and I are empty nesters, our baby went to college this fall in Texas. So my life has really changed a bit. I am a therapist by trade and love working with children and teenagers. I have been working out at least 2 hours a week with a private trainer since 2005, who actually talked me into getting banded because he had other clients who had done so and were doing great. I actually lost 40 lbs when I started working out with him, then slowly gained it back..the poor man felt so sorry for me and I felt sorry for him to have a cllient that gained all their weight back and some LOL LOL. My highest weight was 293 last September, I could barely walk. I have arthritis real bad in my knees. So loosing this 47 lbs feels so good because I can also most jog!!!! and my knees almost feel new!!!!

Well I want you all to know that I rushed home after a long day and grabbed my computer just so I could get on this site...and I look forward to the friendships. Really tired now going to call it night..

Someone brought up the topic of being "Thankful" and I will say that I am thankful for being able to spend time with my grandchildren with out feeling pain or being embarrssed by how I look...I know they love me anyways, but I didn't feel like I love myself...Be Blessed.:smile:

[ljv52 2]

Hi everyone, thanks for all the congrats on the 96 lbs. I appreciate all your support and good wishes. Julie, hope you can get a good night's rest, sorry you are in more pain again tonight. By the way, loved the pics you posted of Mimi -- her ladybug costume was so cute. Laura, thinking of you and Nelson - hope he's better and of course, praying for your mom and dad. Hope all goes well tomorrow. Cheri, good idea, I'm thankful for my improved health, my band, my family, my dear friends and lap band buddies. I'm grateful to have a good job with great benefits with a company that hasn't yet had any effects from the bad economy. I'm thankful for the strength God has given me for all areas of my life, but especially for the strength to take hold again of the reins and get my life back to good health. Janet, thanks for the willpower post -- it's all very true - we do have great willpower -- most of us have lost over 1000 lbs during the course of our lives. It's much easier to lose the weight than to maintain our new lifestyle -- especially to keep active. Meredith, any news on the house? Forgot to mention earlier how beautiful our weather has been - we've had a week of high 60s, low 70s, sunshine every day - and it's November! Unbelievable. Eva, I'm so jealous you get to visit witih Janet and Phyll. Have a fun time ladies! TTYL. Linda

[ljv52 2]

Welcome TinyaK, looking forward to getting to know you and all the other newbies. This is the greatest place for support. Linda

[TinyaK 0]

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Tina - Welcome - like Apples said - jump on it...

Thanks for the welcome!!!!! Im jumpin on it!!!!!:tongue_smilie:

[TinyaK 0]

Welcome TinyaK, looking forward to getting to know you and all the other newbies. This is the greatest place for support. Linda

Thank you for the welcome...I do feel like a newbie!!! and you know what it feels great that I don't have to feel like I know it all and can do it all!!!:tongue_smilie:

[Apples2 19]

Thank you for the welcome...I do feel like a newbie!!! and you know what it feels great that I don't have to feel like I know it all and can do it all!!!:tongue_smilie:

1. I am thankful that there is not one person here that claims to "know it all".

2. I am thankful for a supportive DH and two loving sons that I am so proud of and have turned into responsible adults.

3.I am thankful and blessed to live in our US of A and to experience freedom.

4. I am thankful for all the heroic young men and women that serve our country and allow me to live in my free world. I pray for those that have been killed, injured and emotionally injured while fighting for our freedom.

5. I am thankful that I can just slide into my jeans! (I know, I know, sounds pretty superficial after my first 4 statements).

6. I am thankful for my "empty nest dog" who really does sense when momma is lonesome for her boys and does somewhat fill that void.

7. I am extremely thankful for the many happy moments and loving memories I have of my "mom" and the time I was allowed to spend with her.

8. Last but not least...I am thankful for each and everyone of you. You have all been my "go to ppl" when I needed understanding, advice, or just a avenue to vent my frustrations. You have all been my daily inspiration. You have made me laugh and blow popcorn, coffee, whatever all over my desk. You guys have surrounded me during a time that I did not know I would make it through and I am ever so thankful to have each and every one of you in my life.:smile:

[llkb4me 1]

Tinya,

Glad you are joining this group. They are all very helpful and supportive. Even if I don't post a lot I read this site almost every day.

I am thankful for my family and friends, my freedom and now my health. Life is only getting better and better. Some times I just have to step back from life and take a look to see I have it all.

I am a part-time empty nester as my son comes home from college on the weekends but as most kids do I don't see him much. sleep and friends.. So momma doesn't wait around for him either. Daughter will be home for a week at Thanksgiving then gone til Christmas but they do call me every few days.

Have a great day everyone and Happy Vets day to all.

Laura K

[Mrs. Bubba 0]

Morning...............I'M THANKFUL THAT MY PAIN HAS SUBSIDED again and I can make plans for the day. We are going to Mitchell, SD this weekend to see my brother and wife... They each have a birthday coming up so Big Sis must make something special to take along.. They both miss certain things since moving away a couple years ago.. Frosted molasses Cookies, pineapple rolls, and butterscotch pie.......... Will get these done between now and Friday morning when we leave... Everything freezes well except the pie... Mimi comes at noon so better get started on it soon....

I'm still on liquids so don't know if my fill has had any effect on me yet... I sure hope so as I need the help these days.... My PA was so complimentary yesterday, commenting on how good I looked.. I know what she and others are seeing, but I'm feeling differently as the weight just comes off so slow... I have started walking quite abit more now.. Usually take Mimi for a walk when she comes on these days that have been so nice. I tried putting her on the harness leash, but when she pulls against me it hurts my shoulder so had to go back to the stroller.. She sits quietly in it and that works so much better... I get a more even pace, too... I also have started my walking tape... did over a 1/4 mile this morning.. Seems like too little, but I have to take it slow I guess... I'M THANKFUL TO BE ABLE TO DO EVEN A LITTLE WALKING THAT I COULDN'T DO BEFORE MY BAND......

I'M THANKFUL FOR MY WONDERFUL HUSBAND, MY BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTER AND MY AMAZING GRANDCHILDREN... GOD BLESSED ME.....

I, TOO, AM THANKFUL FOR ALL OF YOU.. IT'S SO COMFORTING TO HAVE FRIENDS WHO UNDERSTAND AND ARE THERE ANYTIME I NEED THEM... THANK YOU ALL......

Better get moving.......... cookies first, I think... Rolls tomorrow... You all have a great day... Julie

[farmgirl10 0]

Have a question.

Is it normal to be hungry after having a Protein Shake? Is this normal before your first fill?

I have them every 4 hrs like I should, well sometimes its Isopure., or broth or Jello, But feel like I could eat much more. The first few days I was totally stuffed after my 2 oz. Not anymore. Thnx :tongue_smilie:

[LittleOleMeinFL 1]

Hi guys,

Thanks for sending the thoughts,prayers and well wishes. I am in the O.R. Waiting room with mom and siblings. Nelson is at gm house w neighbor. I started him on antibiotics just in case. No other complaints- fever and no appetite. Dad was so happy to see him! Glad we came. We'll know more after this surgery. I am thankful for so much. Will write more later, right now am using phone to type. Ttyl. Peasout....laura

[Charlene K 1]

1. I am thankful that there is not one person here that claims to "know it all".

2. I am thankful for a supportive DH and two loving sons that I am so proud of and have turned into responsible adults.

3.I am thankful and blessed to live in our US of A and to experience freedom.

4. I am thankful for all the heroic young men and women that serve our country and allow me to live in my free world. I pray for those that have been killed, injured and emotionally injured while fighting for our freedom.

5. I am thankful that I can just slide into my jeans! (I know, I know, sounds pretty superficial after my first 4 statements).

6. I am thankful for my "empty nest dog" who really does sense when momma is lonesome for her boys and does somewhat fill that void.

7. I am extremely thankful for the many happy moments and loving memories I have of my "mom" and the time I was allowed to spend with her.

8. Last but not least...I am thankful for each and everyone of you. You have all been my "go to ppl" when I needed understanding, advice, or just a avenue to vent my frustrations. You have all been my daily inspiration. You have made me laugh and blow popcorn, coffee, whatever all over my desk. You guys have surrounded me during a time that I did not know I would make it through and I am ever so thankful to have each and every one of you in my life.:tongue_smilie:

And I am thankful for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Jazlady 1]

Thanks Janet. You've encourage me to begin again. I just got your letter today so I will try the protein/veggie thing tonight. How much is 4 oz? A palm size?

Jeanie