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Goals.

Set a goalOk Gang. This is the first week of

December, and the question in the air is:

Have you written your 2019 goals?

Guys we can never start too early writing our

yearly goals and plans.

It should be an automatic that by November the 15th

we are done with our planning then,

when the craziness of the holidays hit

we are ahead of the competition.

Reality is that few, very few people

accomplish this. and even less take their

goals to fruition. BUT…… The weird ones,

the successful folk, The strange, the winners

they all do this.

Gang I want for all of us to be strange, weird,

winners. YES I want for all of us to have

an amazing 2019.

Please, please work on putting your goals

and dreams on paper. Go crazy and dream big

remember that we want to be weird, and strange

Because we want to be winners.

Jose G. Osuna

www.lapbandformen.com   Instagram.com/LapBand4Men

More To Life.


904e03b8a0610d88ff54729a80546fe4Last year around this time I hit us rather hard

with the whole goal setting thing and, I still think

that it is most important. BUT I also want to say

that life is more than just working out and worrying

about our weight. It is more than counting calories

and evaluating water characteristics.

Gang there are friends and family and hobbies and

countless books that also require our attention.

I was looking at my e reader and I have about

400 books. (yes amazon loves me) I noticed that

I had 46 book in progress meaning I had started

and had not gone back to as of yet.

I Love Photography. A lot., and if I could I would

hit the trail with my camera and just hit the shutter.

I miss quiet times with a good book and the

walks on the desert or trails up in the mountains.

We have to be about more than just weight loss.

Yes let’s try to be healthy always but let’s also

remember to be present in the moment.

Hey gang if you have any pictures that you feel

particularly proud of would you send them to me

I love to look at other folks pictures.

You can see many of my pictures at my Weebly

photo blog at:  www.josegosuna.weebly.com/

A couple of things for you to know if you are going

to that blog 1.- Please bring your sense of humor

2.- Not all the pics there are mine. 3.- If something

offends you please just move to the next item.

But really there are some great materials there.

If you go there the first photo you will see is of me

so if you are brave enough go check it out.

Again if you would like to share some of your pics

Please send your pictures to me privately at:

lapbandformen@gmail.com or you can share

them publicly here at the blog.

I thank you very much and hope that

we are serving and entertaining you.

Jose G. Osuna

www.lapbandformen.com  Instagram.com/LapBand4Men

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Fear No Monday

fear no mondayHappy Monday Gang!!

One of the rules that I found is worth

of us always keeping is: “Never fail on Monday”

We must work out every Monday!

We must keep our Diet every Monday!

We must take our pills every Monday!

It has been shown in studies just how much

the “Monday Effect” can impact the rest of

the week., it seems that both monkeys and

humans tend to somehow be more inclined

not to follow through when Monday is not

addressed correctly.

Anyway I hope you have a great and

very productive week.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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Funeral.

fat funeralFinally a funeral we can all celebrate.

I do not know about you but my imagination is a

great tool for me. I imagine a counter over my head

that is keeping track of burned calories.

A funeral march for the fat that I burned,

and a band playing for the success it is

even to just show up.

Gang, use all you need and make sure that you

do not waste any of what is yours in your effort

to gain terrain at the battle of weight loss.

Day by day and decision by decision we continue to

make progress and all progress is good.

Keep on keeping on.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Twitter: @LapBand4Men

Crossroads.

knowledge-and-ignoranceTo know how.

To know who.

To know when.

And the all important WHY.

Knowledge is the main and most important tool

right behind commitment for accomplishment.

If you find yourself at this intersection always, always

choose knowledge.

Working on being better day by day.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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media platform.

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Strength.

a person who fallsSince we will all fall “eventually”

we might as well plan on learning.

A fall, mistake or lesson is only bad

if we learn nothing from it.

We must remember that either we earn

or we learn. YES it is a win, win so don’t

let fear of failure keep you from trying.

We are on this together so if I can be

of any assistance reach out, write me at

lapbandformen@gmail.com

Gang THANKS!! We have crossed the 2575

followers mark. I am very grateful.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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Making Progres.

1016666_770016309749330_3025759844956139055_nEvery step counts. Every decision matters.

Gang., we make or break goals with our actions

or the lack of. We know what we want and

we know why we want it. Then why the heck

is it so hard at times? Why are we so weak

that innocent chocolate and delicious pizza

can whip us into submission.

I don’t really know and I tell you I have given

it a lot of thought.

What I do know is that I will try again and

again until I win. Sooooo  the question is:

Will you try with me? Will you rinse and repeat

when needed and try again with me?

I hope so. I will be here.

Jose G. Osuna

#lapband   #lapbandformen

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There Is Hope For Us All.

every saintThis gives me hope.

This makes me think that you and I regardless of

how flawed or great we think we are…. Well we have

a chance. There are possibilities in that even if we have

been taken for granted or people not only did not keep

their promises but failed us there is a future.

Today we end a season. This can mean a lot or

it can mean nothing. It is up to us.

What are we waking up with tomorrow?

Ideas and thoughts of power and progress OR

feelings of lost and less.

I hope and pray that we will all tomorrow JUMP

out of bed and run to meet the day and

the new opportunities.

Gang we know how to be and do good….

How about we push for great.

What if we work on excellent.

We deserve it and we know how to do it.

I am here. I have been here. I will be here.

I know what it is like when people promise and

offer to “Be There” only to be missing in action

when we actually need them.

That will not be me.

I will be here tomorrow like every day at 06:30

It is not 05:30 and it is not 05:40

It is 06:30 every day regularly from Monday to

Saturday and every now and then I will throw

a Sunday but personally Sundays are for

God, Family and friends. NO, Not necessarily

for church as I have found that God wants me

in other places at times.

Let’s end this year with a bang and start

the new year even stronger.

Gang I wish for all the best for each and every one of you.

Jose G. Osuna

#lapbandformen     #lapband

Twitter:  @LapBand4Men

Weight Celebration Tracker.

Weight Chat

Weight Chart Idea

I looked at this and thought well this is one

we can all individualize to suit our needs

and want. I might not want a pedicure but

I would like a new monopole.

I might not be 170 pounds but I can use my

actual weight. Just an idea use it if you like.

Do whatever works and you will eventually succeed.

Keep up the good work gang.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

#lapband     #lapbandformen

ROUND – TUIT.

ROUND-TUIT

My present to you.

Now that we both have one we can go and take care of the things that

we have been putting off until we had time,money, energy, etc.,

NO MORE. We do it now. We get to it now.

It is our life. It is worth it. Let’s get to it.

Gang. Enjoy your day, re-focus and I will be waiting for you all

Right Here Tomorrow.

Jose G Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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We Are.

small gangI come here with my thoughts challenges and

ideas and I do it because I want to be part

of your journey.

You and I have set on a journey that for

better or worst is an ever lasting one.

Because of that I tell you that should

you need a support person I am here for you.

You and me., We are the small gang..

If you need me all you have to do is reach out.

Keep ON Keeping ON.

Jose G.Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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On Life.

good things happenFor those of you familiar with my blog and

work you know that I have been working

on getting to my ideal weight yes., but I am also

working on creating a life I can feel proud of.

In the process of making a difference in and for

my circle of influence I have shared honestly and,

have contributed with advise from my own

past experiences.

Me just like you have had nice and significant

triumphs but had also to wrestle with the

Alligator of failure and short comings.

On the spirit of sharing I want to tell you the two

things that are making a difference in my daily

battle., this are things that are working for a

hard case like me so maybe they can make a

difference for someone else out there.

1.- I have a coach that has been kicking my ass

up and down the long hours of the day.

Her outside view with the inside info she

gets from me has had outstanding results.

2.- the influence of the products, service and support

of the 48 days community. Gang you do not have

to buy anything to get some great free tools and

you can join their weekly podcast for free. Why do I

recommend it? Well because in the process of

doing more than just loosing weight I am building

a life and a business and  there I have found real

people with real dreams and some of the challenges

that we all face. If you are working on more than

just loosing weight and making a living take a look at

their program I hope you benefit as much as I have.

To the right you can find an affiliate link that will

take you straight to their site. As I said before you DO NOT

have to buy anything but you can get a lot for free.

Gang till the next time.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

A Life Worth Living.

Daniels b day 3What awaits us in the end?

How will we feel about our endeavors.

How will we feel about our decisions.

There are many unknowns but in the here

and now we can make the decisions that

will shape the future, our tomorrows.

A repeated pattern of poor decisions

will never lead us to our desired goal.

If we don’t take our decisions, dreams,

goals, etc., seriously then who will?

Gang Lip Service never helped anyone

make real sustainable progress.

Let’s do it. Let’s re-commit and push harder

to earn guilt free tomorrows.

Jose G. Osuna

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#lapbandformen        Twitter.com/LapBand4Men

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Celebration Splash

9fcc96181ccb92960cbbeafa8b9be94dOK GANG!!!!!

I was trying to keep an eye out for the moment

when we reached 2500 followers so I could post

a celebration post as it was one of my goals but,

before I knew what hit me we had passed it.

So here we are at 2540+ today and still trying to

reach even more of us card-carrying members

of the most exclusive club “The WLS Club”

Thanks go out to all of you and hope to continue

providing a laugh a tear and every now and then

some good info.

What do you think of the picture? Great in more

ways than one I know 😉

By the way this is not one of my pictures but

boy is it great.

Hey celebrate with me this milestone and,

be here tomorrow for more with me and all of you.

Again Thanks.

I am focus and working on being successful.

Jose G. Osuna

Twitter.com/lapband4men      #lapbandformen

Kit.com/lapbandformen       Instagram.com/LapBand4Men

Do What You Must.

17964299181_4c4b70ecc7_nIt is not about what others do or say

It is about what we do or say specially to

ourselves.

Gang… No one will do for us what we

don’t do for ourselves.

Day by day, decision by decision.

and progress is made.

Let’s continue to make progress.

Let’s continue to build the best version

of us we can make.

Jose G. Osuna

Twitter.com/LapBand4Men     Kit.com/lapbandformen

#lapbandformen      Instagram.com/LapBand4Men

Life And Reality

be thakfullSadly many times it takes a disappointment

to realize and figure out short comings.

We must be aware and continually look

for what is missing in our daily life.

We need people who care enough for us

that they show us with their actions that they

are not just lip service and when they say

“I am here for you” or “I will support you”

they mean it.

Regardless the responsibility for our life

rests squarely on our shoulders.

And here is where love and gratitude

comes to the front as I think of the one woman

who has made the biggest difference in my life

My wife Amy whose patience, loyalty, love

And strength has made my life better.

Lot’s Of Love Babe you are always present

When so many others choose not to.

Let’s keep our eyes open and continue

to push for growth and continued progress

Jose G. Osuna

Reasons.

50 reasons to excerciseAll we need is one or two reasons and

a commitment to better health and a better life.

The thing is that commitment is not an easy

to get condiment. We have to actually love

ourselves more than we enjoy sleeping late.

Love ourselves more than that extra piece of pie.

Love ourselves more than……

What is our excuse?  Because the sooner

we figure it out we can make some progress.

We can become the best version of us there is.

Gang. There is only one place in the world where

Self Love Comes From. No one else can get it or

give it to us.

We can, We should.

Jose G. Osuna

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To The Ladies.

Screenshot_20170415-054320.jpgWhile the name of this BLOG is:

“Lap Band For Men” well over two thirds

of the readers are females and I want to

acknowledge that fact. I started this “For Men”

because I could only share of what I knew and as

a guy I knew guy stuff.

As we rach over 450 posts I have learned from other

bloggers and friends and I try to share for everyone.

I thank you all for taking time out of your busy days

to read this and know that I will continue to respectfully

offer of my life, experience and opinion in an effort

to be of service.

Weight loss is a battle that so many of us are involved in

and obesity is an enemy that does not respect gender, age,

religion or sexual orientation so let us do all we can to

help and support one another.

So gang… Ladies and Gents let’s continue to kick gut.

Jose G. Osuna

lapbandformen.com     #Lapbandformen

twitter.com/LapBand4Men     Instagram.com/LapBand4Men

For Love

Screenshot_20170312-010012.jpgAs I mentioned in another post

I have a passion for food, For Good Food.

I think I look at sushi the same way this

Ferret is looking at it here.

I love life sushi and I really love my

ferrets Peter, Bear and Rascal.

OK gang back to the grind.

Jose G. Osuna

lapbandformen.com     #lapbandformen

Instagram.com/LapBand4Men     Twitter.com/LapBand4Men

The Good Of The Worst.

1c6a6317299648b869b0ea2e8092e0c3As we look for the best on the bad

it is good that even at the worst we

can learn and find value.

It is good to see how honestly it was

meant when someone said:

“I am here to help you  because I care

for you” or this one “I just want you to be ok

because I care for you” or the infamous

“I expect nothing I just want to help”

And it is all good until you need them

and you realize that it was nothing but

thin broth or as my father used to say

“Verbal Diarrhea”

At least they finally showed us.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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On books and reading.

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Recently I did a repost on Facebook about

books I had read in the past and I was asked

about the books I was currently working on.

This books are an example of what I read on daily

basis. I try to stay up to date on Social Media and

any worthwhile new authors. Mayann McFadden is

a good example of good and up-coming (to me) author.

I keep my Kindle handy as I keep well over 400 books

in it that I read for pleasure or reference also, I use it

to access scripture as it makes it easy to read.

I have a deep love for books and reading

has helped me grow as an individual. It was with

deep pain that I learned of the passing of Gabriel Garcia

Marquez who was and still is a big influence for me.

I still get excited reading Tom Sawyer and get deeply

involved when I read and re-read The Mysterious Stranger both

from Mark Twain. But also, I was enthralled with Harry Potter

and will always be thankful to J K Rowlng for teaching me more

than so many other authors that I as an individual or as a

writer am limited only by my own crazy and some times stupid

self imposed limitations.

Never forget that the person who will not read is in no better

position than the person who can’t read.

Few things will have a bigger impact in your life as reading can.

Gang keep learning keep growing keep improving.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com        Twitter:  @LapBand4Men

Decide., Just Decide.

DECIDEAn amazing quote from a controversial man.

Regardless.. Words have power and this quote

is a lot more than the man who said it.

DECIDE, Take action, DO something.

Realize that being afraid of something

is not the end but the beginning of something.

Deciding that we want something that bad

and going after it wholeheartedly.

There are so many unknowns and

just so much out there for us to do.

When was the last time you went out

on a romantic date with someone new?

I am unable to remember.

When was the last time you tried a

new dish or prepared a new salad?

What was the most exciting breakfast food

you have had in the last month? Year?

When was the last time you actually got excited

about a new pair of shoes, tie or dress?

We are creatures of habits and knowing that

we must try to step out of the routine and

keep our meals, workouts, interactions and

YES our life exciting. Interesting.

We have one life and it is short

at is longest. We are working on our

health, weight, diet, longevity well let’s

make it count. Let’s enjoy this life of ours.

I don’t know what would do it for you but

for me a long ride on a motorcycle would

be as good as therapy eating chocolate cake.

Find one or ten things that excite you and

go do one or two or all of them.

Go live. Go enjoy.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

On “Friends”

20150117_093219Hello Gang.

I want to introduce you to “Peter”

Peter is my ferret., he is also my one ferret

support and cheering group.

He is always there. When I pull the scale out

he climbs on it first as if asking me

“How are we doing today”

He then looks at me and gets off.

As some of you know I have been dealing

with health issues and Peter seems to

know when my pain is at it’s worst which

it’s often and he just lays there at my feet.

This little guy has shown me what loyalty

looks like. He makes no promises., he just

shows up.

He is my therapy on four legs.

I am grateful.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

The Fabric Of Life.

Screenshot_2015-10-17-22-27-46-1What are we made of? What is within us that

would push us up in the morning so that we

might accomplish the goals and plans that will

make our life something to be proud of.

There are challenges and they will be around

for as long as we want to accomplish and grow.

The difference is in how we confront the challenges.

We are made to succeed and we can if we

pay the price.

How much have you increased the distance

of your walks? For how much longer can you

work out? How much better do you feel?

When we pay the price we increase our stamina

and strength. Let’s do it. Let’s be better.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Spirit Of Wonder.

74a3efc5d89df235f98ce490ba730c8cOur journey is one that we must tackle

with a never ending supply of wonder.

We know that weight loss and having

WLS call it Lap Band or any of the other

great options is an important part of what

we use to make our goals a reality.

Use the tool you have at your disposal.

Work on making progress and accomplishing

those things that will make a difference for you

in this journey.

Keep the ability to be surprised and amazed.

Look at all the wonderful options that we have

at our disposal for weight loss. We are blessed

to be in this country where we have options

for what we want to eat or not. It is really not that

much more expensive to eat right and actually

feed our bodies high quality foods than it is to

go pay a visit to the King or the Clown or even

The Colonel.

Please don’t go crazy buying $9.99 bunches

of spinach but also.,  do not negate your body

the necessary nutrients that are available to us

so let’s make the best decisions we can and

continue to win on this challenge that we

have set for ourselves. Keep going at it gang.

Jose G. Osuna

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http://www.lapbandformen.com

Twitter: @LapBand4Men

NaNoWriMo 2016

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It is that time of the year again bloggers.

This an opportunity for all of us who have

the writing itch.

This is a rather large community of writers

and aspiring writers that come together once

a year to bring new materials to life.

If you have an interest or even a desire to

create materials that could have an impact

or even just some thoughts that you want

to get out of your head give this group a try.

I do not claim to be a writer as you all know

English is not even my first language but I

enjoy the creative process and if you have

something that could make someone laugh,

cry or even better Think then you should consider

putting pen to paper ((Read finger to keyboard))

and let us read it.

If you have a writing itch that needs to be scratched

Visit:  nanowrimo.org and learn more about this.

Gang stay focus stay successful.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com       Twitter:  @LapBand4Men

The Meds In Our Days.

Pills

I know very well that I have to take certain meds

every single day. At very specific times.

 I know that I need them.

But What to do when for whatever reason we

are unable to take them. What to do when

the pain hits and you are unable to function.

If you are depressed or dealing with fibro

with out your meds you might as well

just sit and breath as there is not much else

you can do. I KNOW.

There are many reason why we at times are

unable to take our meds as prescribed and

we must avoid that by any means but when it

happens try to have a plan B even if it is just

to howl at the moon in a therapeutic fashion.

or fantasize about inflicting the same pain

on some one who has not kept their promises.

Hope you never go through putting up with pain

because of lack of meds… It Sucks

If you use lyrica or Cymbalta like I do you know

how severe the withdrawals are if you do not

follow the prescribed times.

I guess I am just venting and letting my own

body know that we still have more battles to

fight in the future. All in all pains and all

I am grateful to be alive today.

I wish you all a great one today and always.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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On Fear.

Screenshot_2015-10-26-21-27-52-1When it comes to weight loss there are always

ups and downs. It is a known fact for those of us

that have gone through Weight Loss Surgery or

the more common term “Lap Band Surgery”

that our bodies will react differently at different times.

There are times when regardless of us following

the rules to a T we do not lose an ounce and,

at times we get on the scale more in jest than

expecting any weight loss and are floored by

the number on the scale.

While at times we will be unable to follow our diet

for a variety of reasons we must ALWAYS

keep our dreams and goals in mind.

Gang it is our life and our health., let’s make

the most of it.

Weigh the food, drink the water, take your meds,

don’t forget your vitamins. Do What You Know

Is Expected Of You and the results will show up.

Let’s continue with this project we have set for us

and know that I am here as a resource should you

ever need it.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

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What Are You?

7d57c2c0310407889ec48e290d6b2984This goes for goals in life as much

as for the plans for today and tomorrow.

If we take the time to write down

the goals and dreams that are important

to us  we are further along the way than

most day dreaming of weight loss and

lavish vacations.

The process of writing our goals gives them

legs. Gives them presence and power.

If you are serious about the weight loss

or writing a book or blog or making any

changes to your life put them in paper

and start the process of making them a reality.

We set the limits and if it is our life there

is no reason not to make them big and

also powerful.

Gang let us day by day make it big make it real.

Stay focus stay successful.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Twitter  @LapBand4Men

December 1st.

the new yearWake the hell up!!!

Are your goals on paper??

Have you planned your work??

Have you re-committed to your life??

This is our life not a dress rehearsal so

We better be ready to bring our A game every day.

Do not forget that we have lots of haters who

we need to show what is what.

Don’t you show up unprepared.

Don’t you dare.

I am here for you every day but Sunday

My Sundays are for God and Family other than

that I am here and I am bringing my A Game.

More posts on Health, nutrition and exercise

will make their way to this e-pages on the new year.

We have to UP our game gang.

I am putting the time and work for making

this blog world-class so I would appreciate it if you

would please share this content with those whom

you think would benefit. Also, please share the

love on any and all of the social media platforms.

Only one month to go., 30 days to a brand new

year and opportunity to make a difference in our life.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Keep On Keeping On.

2015-03-14 12.48.40A walk through memory lane.

This is a picture of my military

identification from the Mexican

Army., I was just 17 going on 18.

I used to run over 60 kilometers

every week. I rode my bicycle

every where. I felt amazing.

I want to re-coup some of that

energy and health I had then.

Gang., take a pic or two and let

it motivate you either to re gain or

to remind you not to go back to it is ok.

Find your inspiration. Find your why.

Go forth and continue to fight the

good fight. you, me, we are worth it.

Jose G. Osuna

http://www.lapbandformen.com

Celebration!!!

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I am so happy gang. This little blog has reached one more milestone.
200 posts. I know that many of you are at bigger numbers but precisely because of that you know the work and effort it takes to get here.
I hope i have contributed even to one of you guys and that would make it worthwhile in and of itself.

To celebrate I would if I could get me a new photography toy.
I really want a Drone but I just cant right now. I am putting it on my list of options for Santa. He has always been good to me. Yes I think I can put it next to my new 2016 Tesla car that I put on my list last week.

Gang have a great one and know that today and always I wish the best for you all.

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Isn’t  it beautiful?

Jose G Osuna
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