Tough Year

Jun 10, 2014

It has been a tough year for me. It is hard being on your own after 22 years of marriage. I have had some bumps in the road but I am getting stronger each day. Thank God for all the friends and family I have to lean on. You are all so awesome. The band has made it easier for me to get around and be healthier.

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2014 Another year!

May 30, 2014

Well another year is almost half over. I have had my band 12 years. I am still happy with my decision. I can't believe all the negativity. It is sad. Weightloss surgery is not a quick fix. It is a tool.

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Update on me

Aug 19, 2013

Well, it is so odd how the band works. My band has been tight this year. I have had to have unfills 3 times this last year. How fickle is this band. I am still happy with the band but it is also unpredictable.

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This is me!

Jun 19, 2013

 I might not be someone’s first choice but I am a great choice. I may not be rich but I am valuable. I don’t pretend to be someone I am not, because I am good at being me. I might not be so proud of some things I’ve done in the past, but I’m proud of who I am today.

I may not be perfect but I don’t need to be. Take me as I am or watch me as I walk away.

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Update!

May 15, 2013

I went to see my internist. I have been able to cut down on my insulin. I am thrilled. I am exercising more and have lost a few pounds.

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I did it!

Feb 05, 2013

Well I finally did it. I got a tattoo. It is on my left shoulder. It is the lap band logo with my surgery date. It is pretty sore but it wasn't as bad as I thought. This is something I have wanted to do for a long time.

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11 years!

Jan 28, 2013

I think I am the oldest bandster still around. I miss my old friends. I still love my band. I would do it again. The negativity on some of the boards gets so old. I hope my progress will inspire others to do well.

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10 years!!

Jan 26, 2012

Whew! I can't believe it has been 10 years. So much has happened. I am feeling great and am glad I have the band. It hasn't always been easy but it was worth the trip.
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Diabetic again!

Apr 26, 2011

I am so bummed. I had bloodwork done in February. My blood sugar is high and my A1C is high. I saw my internist and he put me on Victoza to increase insulin secretion. I got so nauseated. I had to stop it. I am now taking lantus insulin. I  am now seeing a diabetes educator and I may need a pump if I can't get my sugars down. At least I got 9 years of being "normal". I guess the only thing I can do is get my sugars down to a normal range.
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OMG! Nine years out!

Jan 18, 2011

I can't believe it has been 9 years. I still have good and bad days. But I wouldn't change a thing. I am still glad I have the band.
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01/22/2002
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Feb 02, 2005
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