It has been a while since I have posted anything here. To catch you all up, I am currently looking for work and a new home.  I am 14 months out and have lost 207 pounds. I have gone from a 34 plus size to a size 22. I am feeling great. Walking has become routine. I look forward to trying out some cross country skiing and ice skating this winter. I am in great spirits and continue to make progress with my weight loss.  My only complaint on side effects from my rny is GAS. Does it ever, ever go away?  I try not to eat foods that cause this nuisance as it gets really painful sometimes. Well I hope all of you are doing well and are having as good a journey as I am.  Take care all. Have a nice day.

Good for you! The 6 month diet isn't such a big deal since you will need to try and lose 10% of your body weight anyways. I didn't have the option of VGS but I read good things about it. It all comes down to whatever you feel most comfortable with.

Glad to hear you are on the mend!

Amen!

I started coming on here for support and knowledge for my lap band back in 2007/Nov, I met a woman who has been there with me thru thick and thin, we've talked almost daily for a few years and now almost weekly,  she and I had our lap band BOTH on April 21, 2008.  SHe has come to maine, and i get to meet her tomorrow.  She has been the only person who has been able to understand the stuggles i've gone thru.   with my band,  I thank OH for introducing us.  I have met many friends here, most with RNY, they have been great and I've met most of them.  But this is MY GIRL>..  doing a harbour tour and portland trolley tour with her tomorrow.  keep in touch with your friends, you will need them.