2 years ago today I was banded

[Shalee04 7]

Well I became a bandster 2 years ago today.:tt2::w00t:

I took the big step. I did what I said I would never do, I had weight loss surgery. And I'm glad, even with the band issues I'm having now, I'm glad I did it.

While I am still not at my goal weight I am down 80 lbs:smile2:

I went from a tight size 22 to a tight size 8 jeans, (1 pair), but mostly size 10's :-). I no longer wear tight XXL tops, I fit into mediums. I no longer own any granny panties, I went out and made victoria happy and purchased WAYYYY to many pairs of cute medium size panties. :drool:

I also stocked up on cute bras, to fit my new boobies that my hubby bought me, because mine disappeared with my weight loss.

My foot went down a size, my wedding ring from a 9 to a 5.5.

I no longer have to shop in the "big girl section or stores and hope they have something cute, I shop in the "small" girl stores and always find something cute. :-)

I am not a perfect bandster, I could exercise more, I could eat a little better, But I am a good bandster, I do exercise, and I do eat Good almost all of the time, even with my band that isn't working a t the moment, I make it work for me. I eat ALL my meals on a saucer at home, I practice Portion Control, I try and always eat my Protein first.

And while I havent lost any weight in a while, I haven't gained any either. I am happy!!!!

While I used to hide from the camera, I now don't mind it.

I hope all my November Nymphs are well and wish you all a happy banderversary month!!!:thumbup::thumbup:

[Mimilou2004 13]

Happy Banderversary. Thanks for updating your progress for us!!!

Mimi

[bandpal 7]

Congratulations, Shalee! It's been a pleasure to follow your progress, and to enjoy your enthusiasm and positive attitude all the way through! Happy Bandiversary - please keep sharing, we all share something very special and staying in touch with each other, even infrequently, is very important.

[Momto1plus1 0]

Way to go girl!! 80 lbs is nothing to sneeze at!! Can you believe it's been 2 years???

[Mimilou2004 13]

Shalee, I just realized when I reread your post that you are succeeding at maintenance with no restriction....way to go, but what up with your band?

Mimi