Yesterday was my 1 yr Bandiversary

Congratulations what a great year!  How do you feel??????

Fabulous would be an understatement! Life is so much easier at a size 12 than it was at 26/28. I can't even imagine what it will be like when I get to goal.   As a cash pay patient, I can honestly say it the best $ I've ever spent.  My only regret is not having done it sooner.

wow you've done great!!!  You look great , keep up the good work and congratulations!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS you look wonderful

Congrats!  You look great. 

congrats you look great

 I had ;ap band surgery on August 30th.  What would be your words of wisdom for newbies?  What do you think you can attribute your amazing results to.  I'm moving to soft diet this week.  I haven't had a fill yet but I've been at the same 13 pounds lost for a little over a week.  

First of all don't get discouraged. The weight will come off. It's hard in the beginning especially when weight loss suddenly stops, but the scale WILL start moving again. 

Lapband rules vary according to surgeons, but I don't drink for an hour after eating. I don't drink carbonated beverages or liquid calories and I haven't had bread since my surgery. I weigh myself every morning because it makes me feel more in control. I was told to only eat three meals a day with no snacking because it leads to grazing and I still measure my food out unless I'm eating out (which we do a lot of) and then I share with one of my kids.

This board has helped me tremendously  (I appreciate the oldtimers more than they will ever know) and I purchased Jean's book. (I still have it beside my bed and flip through it occasionally for an answer or two).

Best of luck to you - Kerry