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Thanks for switching me Michelle. May 6th - 35 minutes elliptical, no circuit-- too tired today!!

I stayed private about being banded. The only people that know are my husband, a friend that accompanied me, and my mother-in-law who was banded a week and a half before me. I guess I didn't tell anyone because they would be appauled about me having surgery in Mexico, and because I am a little apprehensive about the results. Every Sunday we have family dinner at my brother's, and I have to admit that it has been a little akward explaining away my eating habits for the last month (I was banded April 8th). Eventually, I will probably "slip" and have to come clean with my family and they will probably be hurt that I didn't share earlier. Hopefully by then I will have lost a ton of weight and will be able to show then how successful the proceedure is. Until then it is pretty much my little secret.

Such a transformation! It makes me want to cry out of happiness for them. Thanks for sharing Michelle, you always find ways to inspire us!!!! =D>

Cinco De Mayo - (Session 4 & 5) 1. Went to gym, 30 minutes on elliptical (level 6 @ 62 rpm), 30 min circuit (arms & back) 2. Run/Walk dogs for 30 minutes.

1) How old are you? 35 2) I was a premie (4 lbs at birth), but since then I have been overweight. 3) How many times have you lost and gained - I lost 100 pounds about ten years but slowly gained back 45 pounds. 4) After lap band surgery has your weight been coming off easier than when you dieted before? Weight loss has been extremely slow compared to before (Maybe because I am 10 years older??...lol) Pretty much non-existent in the last 3 weeks. Haven't had a fill yet. 5) What is your average weekly weight loss? 0-3

Hi Linda, Here is a link to another forum where people have posted pictures of their scars. There are pages and pages in all different stages!! http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/scar-stages-share-yours-6117/ Lynn

May 4th - Went to the gym today, 30 minutes elliptical and 30 minutes circuit. - Session 3!!! Also, I would like to switch from GOLD TO PLATINUM.....I am feeling really good about this and want to challenge myself further.

Hi Claire, I was banded with you on April 8th and have only lost 8 pounds so far.... I am very frustrated as well. I have been going to the gym almost everyday, and really watching what I have been eating, but the weight loss is so slow???? Hopefully fills will turn it around for both of us. Don't worry, it will happen!!! We just have to be patient and persistent. Hang in there, you are doing great > , you are definately not alone!! Lynn

I am so sorry to hear about your episode. I kind of the figured that would happen with sushi because of the "sticky rice" ...I just had not worked up the courage to try it myself. Sashimi went down fine for me, maybe you can try that? It's better anyway, doesn't have all those carbs. I couldn't bare the thought of never having Sushi again. Lynn

Day 1 - 30 minutes on the elliptical and 30 minutes circuit training. Day 2 - 4 mile/2 hour hike in the hills.

ok, ok.... I'm in!!!! Lynzz I will be going for the "GOLD" in May. I will go to the gym and get on the elliptical as well as doing some circuit training. I may even mix it up and take the dogs for a run a couple times a week (Maybe I will finally break in those running shoes hubby got me for xmas- still in the box.) Thanks Michelle, just the motivation I need!! Lynn

I am scheduled for a fill on Saturday the 24th... do you think it will be harder to cross over the border and get back since it it Memorial weekend? I imagine that there will be alot more traffic. I was considering just parking at the border, walking across and catching a cab? Were you going use OCC transportation? Lynn

Name: Lynn Location: Southern California Age: 35 Gender: F Surgery Date: April 8, 2008 Height: 5'4.5" Starting Weight: 192 Surgery Weight: 187 Current Weight : 163 Goal Weight: 125

Hi all, Well the time is finally here. I am going into surgery in the next hour or so... was so nervous this morning, but now I feel "ok" about the whole thing. I am waiting for my "happy pill", that I have heard so much about. ok, all, wish me luck... I will let you know know how it turns out. Lynn

I talked to Dr. Miranda today about it, she said the band is just as effective as with higher BMI's. I have a BMI of 32 as well and being banded on April 8, Tuesday... I will let you know how it goes.

Hi Claire, I am also being banded on April 8th.... I am arriving on the 8th to do my pre-op and surgery the same day. I am getting very nervous.... are you? I only planned this a week ago so it hasn't been a long wait, but I still can't believe its here. How did you end up doing on your diet? I see from your posts that you were having some trouble. I am actually starving right now, so I completely feel what you are going through. Well I am sure I will see you there.... are you going by yourself? Lynn

Hi Willi, I plan this whole thing in a week, so I did not have 2 weeks to quit smoking. My band date is April 8th. Considering my BMI, the cardiologist said that one week would be enough.... I totally feel you... I have been smoking for a long time and the thought of quitting terrified me. Although I am having difficult time, the first day was the hardest for me. I am on day 3 now. I think the safe thing is to quit.... it has to do with your lung capacity and the ability to heal after the surgery. Why take a chance? I know it is tough, but you can do it!!! =D> YOU CAN DO IT!!!! > I will be here rooting for you!!! > Lynn

Hi all, OK, so my band date is April 8 (WOOHOOO!)..... I just started the pre-op diet --trying to survive on 3 protein shakes a day is a cruel joke...hehe ( . To top it off, I quit smoking cold turkey. Today is day 3... no food, no cigs......I don't think I will make it!! It is touch and go right now... Trying to stay focused... wait, why am I doing this again? Help!!! Lynn P.S. Is anyone else getting banded on April 8th?? I am making the journey by myself and could use a friend that has a secret stash of food and cigarettes for me....hehe.