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April, 2008:  I finally reached the 100 pound weight loss mark! 


June, 2008:  I am now at my goal weight (fully dressed with belt and shoes on).  Yeah!!!!!






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June 2008
on June 6, 2008 3:23 pm

I am so excited!  I have been at my goal weight for the last month.  
Our support group has begun a walking program (it started in May), but so far, the constant thunder storms have made my routine somewhat erratic.  I'm really motivated to get into better shape because I will be going to Israel with my sister in November.  We will be doing a lot of walking on the various tours each day, so I want to be able to enjoy that without being worn out or sore.  I hope you all have a great Summer!

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April Snows???
on April 14, 2008 10:13 pm
If April showers bring May flowers, what does April snow bring??  It is finally warming up again, so maybe we can begin to enjoy Spring.
I've been busy putting together a walking program for my support group.  I will be going to Israel in November and there will be a lot of walking.  I want to be in good shape so that I can enjoy the tour without being totally exhausted.  If you want more details about the walking project, go to my Group site called "Healthy Life Journey" and check it out.
I haven't heard from some of you in a while.  Drop me a note and tell me what you're up to.  God Bless!
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Happy St. Patrick's Day and Have a Blessed Easter!
on March 5, 2008 8:16 pm

March 3, 2008:  Today my doctor had to take .2 cc's of fluid out of my portal (that's the first time I've had that happen).  I guess that means that my band is as "full" as it can get without having problems.  I was having severe acid reflux after each meal and also at night.  I was taking a daily antacid, as well as a sublingual antacid as needed (which was once or twice a day).  I do have a hiatal hernia, so if this does not help, he'll have to go in and scope me to see if a repair needs to be done.  I'm pretty hopeful though, because before the last fill, I was having some problems, but they were manageable.  I lost another pound, even though my swallowing problems were causing me to eat more "soft" foods and fewer hardy meats.

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Jan. 17, 2008
on January 17, 2008 2:38 am

I wish everyone a Happy and Blessed New Year. 
I have finally reached that milestone of loosing over 100 lbs!!!    

I also got around to setting up my group site (called "Healthy Life Journey").  Check it out if you get the chance.

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December 2, 2007
on December 2, 2007 3:15 pm
Merry Christmas! 
I hope everyone is able to make wonderful memories this Christmas with family and friends.  
I have an added incentive to "be Good" this year.  I just reached the 100 pound mark for weight loss and I don't want to mess that up!
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My Story

I have been fighting weight gain since I was in the 6th grade.  Since then, I've lost weight only to regain it, then start the process over.

Two years ago, my family doctor told me about Lap-Band surgery.  He thought it would be a good option for me. I had never even heard of it until then. 

When I found out some more information about the surgery, I started to get excited. I thought that, maybe, for the first time, I'd be able to keep the weight off.

Before surgery, I weighed 250 lbs.  I had slightly elevated blood pressure, sleep apnea, acid reflux, trouble breathing with activity and heat, sensitivity to heat exhaustion, joint pain (esp, in my knees, back, & feet), as well as heart problems and diabetes in my family. Basically, I was writing checks that my body could not cash.

Two years later, I have lost 93 lbs. and most of my health problems.  In fact, I feel 20 years younger, full of energy, hope and a new-found confidence.

My doctor and surgeon have helped me get my life back.  And thanks to my support group, family, and friends, I'm able to keep motivated and share my excitement with others.

 

 


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