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Abby G.
on 7/10/12 5:08 pm

Topic: RE: Just wanted to say Hello!

Oh WOW! That is great inspiration! I hope it works out for you. Keep me posted and take care!

Abby G.
on 7/10/12 4:54 pm

Topic: RE: Just wanted to say Hello!

Hi Kitty! What do you mean "the first band failed"? I wonder quite often what my band is doing :-( I seem to have good restriction by times and then sometimes I can eat almost anything. I don't blame you for being discouraged. You are amazing to hang in there. Many - myself included- would have quit long ago. The thing is the battle never ends, even when the weight comes off we still have to maintain. So good to hear from you!

Abby G.
on 7/8/12 7:32 pm

Topic: RE: Just wanted to say Hello!

I have missed you folks and I will try harder to post and check on you all :-)

Abby G.
on 7/8/12 9:38 am

Topic: RE: Just wanted to say Hello!

I'm not sure what the stats are for lap band. Seems to me that I read somewhere that this WLS usually results in a loss of about 60-80% of the weight you need to lose will come off. I'm at 75% so I am happy with that... yet still hoping to lose a little more. I would love to reach goal. Yet I do realize that where I am is alot better/healthier than where I was!

Abby G.
on 7/6/12 11:12 am

Topic: RE: Just wanted to say Hello!

Hi everyone. Once again, it's been a long time since my last post. I haven't been making a lot of progress but I'm maintaing a loss of approximately 75 pounds. At one time I had hopes of being part of the 100's club. That seems less likely as time rolls by. Still, I am very happy to be maintaining! Best wishes to everyone!

Abby G.
on 4/29/12 5:47 am

Topic: RE: Pre-surgery update

So, I am thinking you have had your surgery and I pray that everything went well. Beginning a new and wonderful for you and your family!

Abby G.
on 8/12/11 3:38 am

Topic: RE: Best weight loss tool ever!!

You are too funny, Kitty! We are our own worst critics. Maybe we should all follow your lead - make a dress form and keep it close to the kitchen, and I should another one in the car for my drive thru cravings LOL!

Abby G.
on 5/19/11 12:51 pm

Topic: RE: Time to get back on the BAND wagon

I have an appointment for July 28. I need to get back on track so I will try to take off a few pounds between now and the 28th. Not much chance that I will get back to where I was on my last appointment but closer than I am now would be a good thing. Sorry Kitty-Mom I won't be going this coming Thurs. - I really thought it would be sooner than July 28th though - guess they must be very busy.

Abby G.
on 12/14/10 2:50 pm

Topic: RE: I need some help and advice

I know - it's been a long time since my last post. Maybe if I had relied on those of you with experience I wouldn't be in the position I'm in now. I have gained about 10 pounds back and I can't seem to get off the sugar - especially ice cream. I have good restriction - maybe too good. The only thing that slides down easily is ice cream. I'm breaking all the rules and I know it. I need a good swift kick in the pants!!! My only hope is to get off the sugar and back on track. I am absolutely positive the weight would come off if I would follow the RULES! So the question is, how do you help someone who won't help themselves? I know what to do - but I am craving the SUGAR big time. Please help!!!

Abby G.
on 9/3/10 6:28 pm

Topic: RE: 2nd day of meditrim

I really liked the meditrim with crystal lite. The only other thing I could suggest is to have it as cold as possible without actually being frozen. Ice crystals are fine and hang in there it doesn't last forever - just seems that way! You can do it!

Abby G.
on 8/21/10 1:09 pm

Topic: RE: Thanks for the photo comments...

Ann, it was a great day! It was especially nice to get photos of those people who may not be with us for a long time.

Abby G.
on 8/16/10 8:00 pm

Topic: RE: I got my new date!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!! How wonderful! The next few weeks will fly by and before you know it you be on the losers bench. I am soooo happy for you!!!

Abby G.
on 8/12/10 6:17 am

Topic: RE: Day 3 post op

Nice to hear that things are going well for you. Sounds like you are on the right tract :-) The liquid diet seems to take for ever - but it will pass - one day at a time. You are doing great. Keep up the good work!

Abby

Abby G.
on 8/9/10 4:57 pm

Topic: RE: Thinking of Beth (Whitney)

My thoughts and prayers will be with you tomorrow! Welcome to the losers bench!!!!

Abby G.
on 8/6/10 7:11 am

Topic: RE: forty years!

An accomplishment indeed - it has had some rough spots along the way :-)

Thanks - Abby

Abby G.
on 8/3/10 6:57 pm

Topic: RE: forty years!

Celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary in May of this year. My daughter and son decided to surprise us with a family photo shoot this summer. I've posted a few of the pics if anyone would like to have a peek. - Abby

Abby G.
on 8/3/10 6:29 pm

Topic: RE: Strange NSV

Charline, may be a strange NSV but SWEEET! You are doing amazingly well at this whole thing - in spite of your stress/s. Keep up the good work - you are an inspiration to us all!

Abby G.
on 8/3/10 1:20 pm

Topic: RE: Good Luck Whitney!

Hope you get great news on your visit today. Sounds like you are doing a fantastic job sticking to the plan! This is such an exciting time - I remember it well. The scales have finally started moving again for me - in a good way :-) We will all be looking forward to your next post! Take care - Abby

Abby G.
on 7/27/10 5:36 am

Topic: RE: Day one of shakes

I agree, Crystal Lite makes the shakes actually enjoyable! I wish i had tried it earlier in my 2 weeks of shakes!

Abby G.
on 7/26/10 7:52 pm

Topic: RE: It's been a rough month.

So sorry to hear of your struggles Charline. I haven't been on in a while but I do try to keep up with what is happening with everyone. Starr, nice to see you are hanging in there

Part of the reason I haven't been contributing is because I was back sliding. I gained about 5 pounds over the last couple of months but have managed to take it off again. I would really like to lose at least 20 more pounds and if I could stay away from the sliders I would be fine - WILLPOWER!!! GRRRRR. Charline, congrats on cleaning out that closet - lots of fun!

BTW - I have posted a few pics from our 40th wedding anniversary, Feel free to take a peek

Wishing everyone all the best - Abby

Abby G.
on 7/26/10 7:40 pm

Topic: RE: SO excited - have to share!!!!!!

CONGRATS MELISSA! AND GOOD LUCK!

Abby G.
on 7/26/10 7:32 pm

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Abby G.
on 6/6/10 7:01 pm

Topic: RE: fill on Thursday.....

Not for us - every trip I've made to Moncton has cost me a sick day. We can accumulate 195 days - I will never see that before I retire in 3 or 4 years. We get 15 a year and right now I have about 65 days accumulated. Oh well, as long as I don't need them for something big.

Abby G.
on 6/6/10 6:45 pm

Topic: RE: fill on Thursday.....

My next appointment will be July 5 on a Monday. They offered me one sooner but it is a busy time of year at work and I really didn't want to use another sick day. I will be on vacation in July. I'm not doing great right now - still not losing and I know it is because of my food choices. Wish we could make the trip together - maybe next time. Good luck with your fill!

Good news - I had a colonoscopy done a week or so ago and the results were great - not just good but GREAT! I admit I was a bit concerned but now I'm relieved to have had the test over and done with.

Abby G.
on 5/28/10 8:13 pm

Topic: RE: Double Whammy!

I'm sure you will do it - you are one determined lady! Can't wait to hear about your meeting with the surgeon - how excited you must be!!!!!