3rd Doc Appt Post-AGB for Adjustment 7-18-11

Jul 19, 2011

I know it's been a while since I last posted...I've been thinking about it, just no time.  Let's back up a bit...

My second adjustment was 6-20-11.  I received a fill of 0.5 cc.  I noticed a difference right away.  I learned what an obstruction is..holy cow! My analogy is like when you try to pour shampoo or liquid soap from one bottle to the next.  You know how you have to pour some in and then wait until the bubble thing reaches the top before anything can go down.  Well, that's exactly what you are waiting for when you eat too fast or don't chew enough.  Not to mention the severe discomfort you have to endure while you wait for that sloooow moving bubble!  I do still feel like I eat more than 1/2 c to get the fullness feeling.  

Lots of changes, stresses, and transitions this month which have lead me astray.  I have been eating more emotionally, looking for ice cream or craving crunchy, salty snacks.  Still trying to make good choices despite everything.  I have been staying within the same weight range all month.  Really looking forward to another fill to help get me over this hump.

Well, the day I've been waiting for...  Only to get rejected for a fill :(  WHAT??!!!  Doc asked why I thought I have been lingering in the same weight and perhaps I should meet with the dietician to get focused.  He didn't want to fill - maybe I'm at the right level and just need to get back to protein first, etc.  I think the devastation on my face was more than evident.  Oh well, perhaps that was a slap in the face that I needed.  After meeting with the dietician, I learned some tricks and ideas that I can use.  Afterall, I'm just learning this new lifestyle, right?  The band is not going to do the work of losing this weight....I WILL DO THIS!!

Thanks for listening, supporting, and encouraging!

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