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As of Dec. 6th, I'm 3 months post-op.  I'm down about 37 lbs.  I am so happy to actually have lost weight as the year comes to an end.  Had it not been for the band, I would most definitely ended the year with a hefty gain.  I thank God for the band, but it's a constant struggle/learning experience.  For me, thank goodness, I've had none of the problems I've read about on the boards.  I even have to wonder sometimes if I really have the band, because often I feel as if I can eat everything in unlimited quantities.  It's been really a mind thing for me to just stop eating--as I don't think I have that perfect restriction just yet.  As far as eating a cup of food, this is non-existent for me.  I know I eat a lot more, but maybe it's less than I think since I am actually losing.  I still feel as though I am dieting, although my doc's office advise that I should not be "dieting."  So I guess, as I continue to "chase" that perfect restriction, I'll just keep doing what I'm doing--which is trying to keep within 1200-1400 calories a day, drinking water and more water, and walking when I can.

Another NSV: Although I had vowed not to buy any clothes until I had lost a great amount of weight, I did buy a skirt (good price!) in a size 24 (I am use to wearing a 28 & larger, depending on how it's made). When I bought the skirt I didn't try it on, as I just knew I couldn't fit it and I had just planned on putting it aside until sometime next year.  Well, low and behold, I tried the skirt on last week to see how much more weight I needed to lose in order to fit it, and to my surprise it actually fit--this is an align skirt with no elastic in the waist just a zipper.  I actually put the skirt on without unzipping it--it just slid right on.  I couldn't believe it! So, although I look the same to myself, I guess I am actually dropping some weight.  I haven't worn a true size 24 in years--so this is an accomplishment for me.  See my new pic (heading for work) in my new skirt--yippee!!!!

To all my OH friends, wishing you a wonderful Christmas and may God Bless!!!  Here's to a Happy New Year, a New Body, and New Beginnings as our journey continues!!! I'm looking forward to it, and I hope you are too!!! Msbee 

Well I'm just checking in-- it's November, and I am two months post op. I'm down about 28 lbs.--quite a ways to go, but  I can tell I've lost  a bit as a few tight outfits are now fitting comfortable. I didn't really think it was noticeable, however, had lunch with a colleague I had not seen in about three months.  He never said anything while we were at lunch, but when I got back to my office, he called me and asked if I was ok.  Of course I thought he meant work, and I went on to say how busy I had been, then he interrupted me and said, "no, I mean physically are you okay?"  I asked him why and he said it looked as if I've lost so much weight!  Well man, I must say that just about made my day!!!  What a compliment, he could actually tell I had lost weight (he doesn't know about my surgery)!!!  This was so encouraging!!!  I've had moments of feeling like I could eat any and everything--so I was really questioning if I was actually going to succeed at this. My first fill did very little, as I expected. This third fill seems like it may do the trick!  I actually eat and feel full and satisfied with half of what I used to eat!  My goal is to lose 10 lbs. by Thanksgiving.  If I can do this, this will put me at almost a 40 lb. loss.--so close to my 50 lb. goal by the end of the year.  Anyway, I feel great, and I have'nt had any of the pb'ing or throwing up many talk about--hope it remains this way. I take very little bites and chew very slowly.  I do believe with God's help and my band, I am finally going to get control of my weight!!!  Happy November to all and be blessed!!! Berni

Today's a good day, and I thank God for it!!!  Well, got my first fill on Wednesday, 1.5cc in my 10cc band.  Was a little nervous about the procedure, but turned out to be a snap.  Down by 18 lbs. since surgery--and feeling great!  Feel no different since the fill though, but I'm told that's normal, and I may not feel much restriction until after my 3rd fill.  But, I'm okay, as the pre-surgery hunger level has really decreased, so I think this is why I've managed to lose 18 lbs. (with very little exercise because of joint pain)--don't think I could've done this pre-surgery.  Just going to continue to follow the rules and hope to get in a little more walking.  Got to make this tool work!!!  Love and Peace to all!!! Berni