momonamission

I think it is like an alcoholic who is trying to give up the drink. I miss my food and get moody over it all the time. I guess we just have to deal with it the best way we can and keep on going. Some days I am all happy and full of stregth and others I feel week and full of hoplessness. This is our addiction and it will not be easy to get over. You are not alone.

I went and had it done with a friend. My husband would have gone with me but he was so stressed out about the whole thing I knew he would make me upset. He was just worried about me because he loves me. I studied this dicision for two years and the morning I got on the flight I thought "What on earth am I doing? I must be crazy!" My friend calmed me down and I had a great trip and it was much easier than I thought it would be. I am about 2months post op and my husband who was completely againt it at first for fear just said he was so glad I did it after all. He said he was proud of me for being strong enough to make such a choice. He loved me the way I was. .....I did not. I had to do this for me, not him. It might help him to talk to one of our forum husbands. I am sure my husband would be willing to talk to him about how he felt and the after math. My husband does not like change, but he has liked this one. Just let me know if you want my phone #. I also showed Brad this forum and exposed myself and weeknesses to him. Which I had not done before. When he saw how unhappy I was he had no choice but to support me. (Even though he was still scared.)

This forum is my best sorce of support. I know when I need a boost you all are there. I think that song was the perfect touch.

This topic has sparked alot of debate. I do not think her medical condition needed to be everyone's concern. She was truely sick and did need surgery. Those were the facts....the details were her bussiness. Overweight people get judged all the time. She has a right to keep some things private. Was she any less sick or deserving because it was as a result of banding? If she would have had Aids and did not want people to know it would have been looked at differently. I choose to tell people about my surgery, However I am guessing she wishes she had not been so open. This is why we have hepa laws and such. I personally feel she has grounds to sue. I do not know if she would win, but I could see a case on being mistreated for weight. And as far as the last 1000$ not being available for someone else...she did need it for a true medical condition. She was no less worthy because she was fat, went to Mexico, or tried to be private. Sick is Sick.

Ya know I am a hairstylist. I have got to say I love your hair. I am a color speicalist, so for me to say I love your hair means something. I love your hair!!!

I thought of it as putting my family first. My family will benefit if I am healthy.

Also, they told me to drink warm things for the first 24 hours or until I could tolorate something cold. The warm is supose to help with swelling. I hope you feel some relief. .

The thing I miss the most is not food. Strange I know, but I miss drinking while I eat. I do not care if it is tea or water or something else. I always got most of my fluid in while I ate. Now I struggle to get in fluid. I do not drink near enough and always feel thirsty while I eat. I miss that most. The food I feel like I can have anything in moderation but drinking while you eat is a big NO NO.

I have told everyone and even complete strangers. Well except for my mother-inlaw. (No explanation needed) I mostly get great support. Even the people that thought I was crazy at first have been supportive since.

When I was there they had the decorated cows everywhere. Really cool....Kind of an Art thing.

YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You will do great!!!! My tips. There is a taco stand on the side of the right side of road from hotel to OCC that has great broth. Also that big yellow cantina has great food on same side of road going to OCC. There is like a 7elveen across the corner from hotel that sells popscicles. Also do not but the "real purses"....They are crap and mine broke in the airport on the way home. I could have had a real Vera BRadley for that 50 bucks. Best wishes.

That's awsome.

I hope you get a good fill. Let us know.

Yeah!!!! I know you have been waiting for this. Maybe the restriction can offset the crapyness of a broken computer.

Sometimes it is hard to see the changes in yourself. You might always see yourself as the fat girl unless you change your inner glasses. There is a hugh change. I wish you could see what we see.

I went to GNC today and bought one of there brands. I do not know really what to expect. First is the colon cleansing...a step process, prep colon, cleasne colon, and renew colon. This will take 3 weeks. The next is a complete body cleanse. I have not read all the info on that one yet. I do know it is a 7 day body cleanse. In one month I should really be cleaned out. I will post my results and let you know if it is working or worth it.

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Those pics blew my mind. I thought if that is inside of me I could lose another 10 pounds with just a poop. Great info and thanks.

during my process of liquids I found out my Mom had lung cancer. It has been devasting. I struggled with food when I went back on solids. I just had my first fill 5 days ago. It has helped. I take it day by day and when I see my small victories it keeps me going. If you need someone closer to talk to ...the local hospitals usally have lapband support groups.You might want to check it out. I think you will have more will power after you start getting fills. Just keep positive.

Can you iimagine there reaction in another 10 or 20 pounds. This would motivate me to keep going. I am so happy for you. Congrats. I have not seen my in-laws yet. I would like to take off another 15 before I do.

I am 6 weeks post op and have lost 20 pounds. Some hav lost more in that time and others a little less. The point is you will be on a new journey to a healthier life. I have two children already and I did it for them and myself. I will be able to do more with them and not get so tuckered out. Like yesterday. We went to the water park like we always do, except I climbed those stinken stairs all day long to go down the slides instead of just watch. It was a blast. (and my excercise for the day) The band will really help feel better. Congrats. I hope we get to hear a date soon. I was first scared of going to the OCC, but I read this forum and most of the people had there band done there. They all had positive experieces. I decided to do it and I too had a great experience. My husband was scared for me the whole time and did not want me to go. He even know says he is so glad I did it. This forum will truley help you all along the way. We are not doctors, but we have been thru it. Best wishes.

You look great. I know that is a hugh personal goal. I have 5 more pounds until I reach 189. The 180's will be a great place to be. I can not wait. Congrat to to on all you hard work.

It's always nice to see a new positive face. This forum has been key for me with questions and just general support. I also get alot of humor and laughter. I had the oppisite problem as you after surgery. I got backed up pretty bad, although I heard that story too. I know they told us if we were drinking juice to dilute it to half and some people seem to be lactose intolerant. I did not have those problems. Glad your here.

When I went for my fill I had not gone #2 in over 10 days. Darlene explained to me that being backed up during a fill could possibly effect the fill. She told me about some detox stuff and teas that make you go. I was wondering if any of you have done the colon cleansing? They are supose to be very healthy for your body and colon. I was trying to eat lots of fiber only to find out it gave me the oppisite result because I could not drink enough to make me go. If you eat fiber and do not drink it can constipate you.....And boy did it. I just wanted to hear some opinions on colon cleasning, I am thinking of buying one today.