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Bandida- glad to hear that you are feeling and doing better today. I go for my first fill tomorrow at 9:45am. I am not sure how many cc's my doctor will instill in my 4cc band. I guess that I will find out tomorrow. Gigi BabyGotBack- glad to see that you're back! I was wondering where you were-nice to have you back. I am sure the wedding was wonderful. I hope you had a wonderful time. Gigi

Hi heyyou and welcome to LBT! I am also Catholic and have had no trouble with the "host" during communion. Best of luck on your decision! Gigi:)

Hi Jenny and welcome to LBT! Congratulations on the birth of your new son and on making the decision to be banded. I was banded on 1/30/07 and am so glad that I did. Best of luck to you! Gigi

Welcome to LBT and congratulations on your upcoming surgery! Best of luck to you! Gigi

Hi Susan and congratulations on being banded! I am so glad to hear that you are doing well. This is definetly a new beginning for you and you are on your way to a healthier weight and lifestyle. Please keep us posted on your journey and welcome to bandland! Gigi:)

Hi Kitjon and tiredofbeingfat! Welcome to LBT and congratulations to both of you on your upcoming banding! I was banded on 1/30/07 and am so happy that I got banded. Feel free to ask any questions and don't be nervous! Gigi

Hi everyone! Just letting you all know that I made it to the gym 5x this week and worked out for 1 hour each time-45" on the eliptical and 15-20" on the bike or on the treadmill. I think that I am going to increase my time on the eliptical this week to 50". I also think that I can do some hand weights. I'll let you know how I make out. Have a great week everyone. Gigi

Congratulations Tonya on 50 pounds lost forever. That is WONDERFUL! All of your hard work has paid off. Hopefully I'll be right behind you. Gigi

Bandida, I am from North Providence. I have lived in RI all my life. I went to college in Boston and really loved it.I absolutely love Puerto Rico. My family and I have gone there for years. Anyway, have a good week. I think I read that you were going for your second fill this week. I am going for my first one on Thursday. I can't wait. Take care-Gigi:)

Hi Sunshine- How WONDERFUL! 50 pounds lost forever. You should be very proud of yourself and you are out of the 2's forever:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: . Congratulations on a job well done. Have a great week! Gigi:)

Hi Kim- I am a little nervous, but after talking to you after your fill, I feel better. I'll let you know how it goes. How are you doing? It looks like you will be in onederland very soon. I am so happy for you! Talk to you soon. Lots of love - Gigi:)

Hi Bandida, I didn't know that we were neighbors. I am from RI. Isn't this weather crazy. It was almost 70 degrees just this past week and yesterday we got about 6 inches of snow-only in New England. How old are your kids? I know what you mean, I have 4-three boys and a girl and sometimes it is so hard to find time to exercise. Anyway, I am feeling good. I go for my first fill on Thursday,3/22. I am losing, but the weight loss has definetly slowed down. I have lost 31.5lbs since my pre-op diet on January 16th, which I am glad about. I just think that I need a little fill. Anyway, have a good rest of the weekend and keep me posted. Gigi:)

Hi and welcome to LBT! Congratulations on your band date! It is right around the corner. Best of luck to you. Gigi

Hi Bandida! It sounds like you are doing very well:) I discovered soy rice cakes too. Aren't they delicious? and no cardboard or styrofoam taste. Anyway, you are doing great with your exercise:clap2: Keep up the good work and have a great weekend. Gigi:)

Hi! I think that I am the last one to get my first fill. I am scheduled for my fill on 3/22. I am a little nervous though. Gigi:)

Hi baybeegOO and welcome to LBT! Hope you get your approval- I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! Best of luck! Gigi

Congratulations Jodi-How wonderful! You will be on the losers bench in no time at all! Best of luck to you! Gigi

Hi Stephanie and welcome to LBT! I was banded on 1/30/07 and am doing great! It was one of the best things that I have done for myself. Best of luck to you! Gigi

Hi Margi and congratulations on your band date! I'll be thinking about you! Hi Gemini 607-I hope you will be banded in April along with Margi and Tracy. Best of luck to you at your consultation next week. Please keep us posted-Gigi

Hi Chad! Congratulations on your weight loss-that is wonderful! and welcome to LBT! Wow-less than 6 months and already down 65lbs-that is great. I was banded on 1/30/07 and am down 31 lbs. Take care! Gigi

Hi Margi and welcome to LBT! I am sure that you will love being banded-I know that I do. Best of luck to you! Gigi

Hi John and welcome to LBT! I am sure that you will find lots of supportive people here. It is a wonderful place for questions, concerns, and support. Best of luck to you in your weight loss journey. Gigi

Hi Marlene and welcome to LBT! Hope you are feeling better! So nice to have you here. Gigi

Hi Tracew and welcome to LBT! Congratulations on your terrific weight loss! That is wonderful! You look great in the picture. I just wanted to say hi and welcome you to the forum. Gigi

Hi Rocko and congratulations on your upcoming banding and so fast! How exciting! I was banded on 1/30/07 and am doing well. I was on a pre-op diet also. It is OK to have sugar free popsicles. They are only 10-20 calories, so I am sure that they are OK to have. Best of luck to you and welcome to LBT! Gigi