Well anyone who is getting near goal, Knows the pain and itch that the hanging skin is causing you (and me) I have been to Doctors, and dermotologists, trying differant creams, lotions, meds.. and nothing has worked... UNTILL My plastic surgeon suggested I try a "restricting" garment (the things worn after surgery to keep the area from being stressed) Also called a 'binder" - I did some research, and spoke with a company and told them of my 'special' needs to be able to run with it, and I needed something that would breath as well as wick sweat off my skin They suggested a Product called "Body Armor" by Nike. I bought some (It looks like a shirt a size 3 would have to snuggle into) BUT It fits REALLY well around my XL frame, and is ABSOLUTLY comfy!!! - The side effect is THE RASHES AND ITCHING HAS DISAPPEARED!!!!!!!!!! - it seems by binding the flab, it is seperating the hanging skin from the other skin, adding a air barrier, as well as wicking any moisture away. IT IS THE FIRST TIME IN 8 MONTHS I HAVE NOT ITCHED around my chest!!!!!! - Now if I can find something for my belly!!!! Jonathan itch free and alive in 2005! 425/365/219/185 ..............^......

Hi there Just wanted to say dont say only 30lbs. You are doing great....30lbs in less than 2 weeks! I wish I was losing weight like you. Keep up the great work you are doing. Sherese

HI SARA, I'M DOING FINE. I'M LIKE THE SINGER JAMES BROWN I(I FEEL GOOD) I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH I LOST. I HAVE'T BEEN ON A SCALE IN THREE MONTHS., BUT I GO TO MY DOC. ON MAY 23 . BUT RIGHT NOW I'M HAPPY AND I LOVE LIFE. YOU TAKE CARE AND STAY IN TOUCH YOUR WLS SISTRE. ROBIN

Hi Tiffany & James, Sorry I am so late in sending you best wishes. I've been busy trying to stay sane as my surgery date is Tuesday, May 24th and I am getting extremely anxious. I hope all is going well for you and each day you are getting stronger and feeling a little better. How fortnatue that you and James can recuperate together. Here's hoping he is doing well with his lap band. I would be interested in hearing from both of you and especially about the lap band as that is the procedure I am having in St. Paul, MN. I'm putting you both in my prayers and hope you let me know all about your surgeries, how your recoveries are going and anything else you might think I would be interested in knowing. Again, "Best Wishes" to both of you. God Bless and let's stay in touch. Eileen

Sorry its me again...but how about some pics Sherese