2 Years Post-op

Jan 18, 2011

 I have just celebrated my 2 year bandiversary. Wow, reading back so much has happened. I am now down 100 pounds and although I have been at a plateau lasting over 4 months, I am still highly motivated. So much has changed in my life since 100 pounds. The normal stuff, I can now buckle the seat belt in both cars and on the airplane. I have tons of energy. I walk and stand more than ever. I have started my graduate degree and am looking forward to opening a private practice. My confidence level has taken a huge leap, I now speak up a lot more in my job and at home and I feel very good about myself.
I have had a rough last 4 months, sinus issues caused me to have to go in for 2 unfills. I was worried the band had slipped and I was not able to eat much. After the unfill then of course I gained 8 pounds and had another fill that ended up being too tight so had to have another unfill. Craziness!! All the while I was worried that I had met the end of my journey and that this was all I was going to lose. Thanks to my doctor and his staff, they continued to encourage me and remind me that my band does all the work, I just have to get it to the right place, and let it do its job. 
After a fill yesterday, I once again feel restriction, and see how the band can do its job. I love my band. I love my new life. At my age, I feel like I have a completely new life ahead of me. 

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