Bandida

ok..so, you'll be at the meeting on monday cool...

Sounds yummy!! can't wait to try it!!! Thanks sunshine2 for sharing...

wow..i'm not a morning person...what kind of work do you do? that's a lot of hours...

lol... so you have a packed house...holidays must be fun! 4 am huh? that's a bit wee early for me....We have more ice then snow..I think the rain patted it down and the cold froze it so we have ICE!!! and as I type I can hear the sleet on the windows...YUCK!!! I hate this weather!!! I'm glad your guys are out because here...NADA!!!! :faint: But, that's nothing new...we never get plowed around here:mad: !! Anyway, I hope to see you on monday..stay warm and safe!!!

Hi Pam-bander...Thanks!! I love to walk!!! I walk it all at the same time. Once I start i can't stop...unless something in the stores catches my eye... It takesme about 1 1/2 to 2 hours depending on my speed..That's awesome that you walk already.It will help you heal quicker after surgery. I can tell you from experience that's what helped me get through some really rough days...Keep up your walking and I hope surgery comes soon!!! Keep me posted!!!

Gigi8 and - I mall walk. I love it!!! I usually go with my friends or sometimes alone...I'm in Massachusetts so I can relate about the weather..I'm a stay at home mom so I can do the mall thing..It ususally takes me 1 1/2 or 2 hours..depends on how fast I'm walking!!! I can't believe you haven't gotten on a scale!! that's great!..I have an infatuation with mine...daily...i know i shouldn't but I do..Keep up the great work and keep me posted!!!

Sounds great, wjt!!!:clap2: ...Good luck and let us know how it goes!!

WOW! Thats awesome!! Congratulations!!! almost 3 weeks out and am on kinda solid foods..I try to keep them moist...I haven't had any problems at all!! I can eat rice!! that was my biggest concern!! i coook rice in this house almost everyday and I was scared of not being able to eat it!!! and the eliptical!! GOD BLESS YOU GIRL!!! i can walk for ever but the machines cause me pain in the port area..I do walk between 3-5 miles daily and I love it...Well, keep up the awesome job and keep me posted!!! I'm so glad you're doing well!!! good luck!!! ~~:kiss2: ~~~Olga

your son's funny, He sounds alot like my boys..very intuitive and inquisitive at the same time! yup! we have a jeep liberty..It's my husbands company car soon to be traded for a chrysler pacifica (which I'm not too happy about, but i can't be choosy)...I do love the jeep though......We do a lot of family trips so it comes in handy...how old are your kids? Mine are two boys 4 and 5 and my oldest, a girl, is 11 going on 21..lol...she's a handful...YES! i can not stress HOW IMPORTANT GAS-X will be for you...anything wiht simethicone in it..I even used the milicone drops for babies..You'll be fine! FYI, my husband wil tell you the same thing about me and gas..hahaha..I bet you'll get a date by friday! My prayers are with you!!! Good luck and keep me posted!! Will you be at the meeting on monday?

Well, I hope your not "stuck" tomorrow!! My jeep will get me anywhere although I don't plan to go out anytime soon...school's already cancelled here and I don't drive in the snow/ice unless it's an emergency... !!! Band wise I'm great!!! It was a rocky start...i was in such pain for the first week..it wasn't so much the surgery but the gas...holy smokes!!!!! for the first three days I regreted my decision..I even thought I was having some type of allergic reaction...I know...over the top, but the pain was HORRIBLE:eek: ...It started in my shoulder and up through my neck and down my arm (left side)... I've gone through 2 c-sections and they weren't as bad...but I'm good now...gas X is my best friend:) I can now say i've made the best decision for me!!! People have already started to notice my weight drop..I'm down 30 pounds!!! I can eat almost anything!!! i feel bad for all the postings I've read about not being able to handle certain foods, I've had no problems...chicken, rice, bread, toast..nothing...THANK GOD!!! and now I walk everyday about 3-5 miles..I LOVE IT!!! I have so much energy it's sickening!!!! at least that's what my coworkers and friend say, but I've always been hyper...lol...

Hi Gigi8, How are you? How are you feeling?

VT border...wow...Yeah...I think you'll get alot more then us..I live on the chicopee, springfield, ludlow border..and thanks to that fact we get the short end of the stick with the plowing..We usually have to call the city of Chicopee a few times before we are plowed...the main roads are good though..how bout your way?

lol...well, i think you'll get a phone call soon. Like I said...they are usually good at getting back to you in the time span they say...so, are you ready for the snow??

OK! I live in Massachusetts....I should be used to snow, ice, cold and more cold...but I can't stand this!! We are supposed to be getting this huge storm and I am so upset!!! I've lived in this state for 26 years and I still can't get used to it...I wasn't born here but have lived here most of my life.. I love the change of the seasons and all that jazz, but the winter just bugs me.. I know, I shouldn't complain because we have had a very mild winter this year...but something about knowing we are supposed to get ALOT of snow just irritates me...anyway...I've vented and now moving on!!! I walked 4.5 miles today!!!!!I an a certified mall walker now!!! I tried to get as much walking in because I do not drive in the snow..Yes, I am chicken due to an accident I had 2 years ago...long story, short outcome I DON"T DRIVE IN THE SNOW!!! Meals for today: B: 1 piece of toast w/ PB and honey 8 oz of hot tea L: 1/2 cupchicken salad (chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers light mayo) 8 oz light and healthy orange juice S: banana cream pie yogurt 6 oz crystal light d: don't know yet.... s: maybe, maybe not...

OK! I live in Massachusetts....I should be used to snow, ice, cold and more cold...but I can't stand this!! We are supposed to be getting this huge storm and I am so upset!!! I've lived in this state for 26 years and I still can't get used to it...I wasn't born here but have lived here most of my life.. I love the change of the seasons and all that jazz, but the winter just bugs me.. I know, I shouldn't complain because we have had a very mild winter this year...but something about knowing we are supposed to get ALOT of snow just irritates me...anyway...I've vented and now moving on!!! I walked 4.5 miles today!!!!!I an a certified mall walker now!!! I tried to get as much walking in because I do not drive in the snow..Yes, I am chicken due to an accident I had 2 years ago...long story, short outcome I DON"T DRIVE IN THE SNOW!!! Meals for today: B: 1 piece of toast w/ PB and honey 8 oz of hot tea L: 1/2 cupchicken salad (chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers light mayo) 8 oz light and healthy orange juice S: banana cream pie yogurt 6 oz crystal light d: don't know yet.... s: maybe, maybe not...

I'm not saying I won't ever have it, just not as much as before...I had it a few days ago. ..more beans then rice though...:scared: :clap2: yum!!

Wow...do you remember the persons name on the voice mail? If it was Cheryl, she is very good at getting back to you...I'm not sure if she does the scheduling for Dr. haag, though...It does kinda get you down when they do that...they did it to me twice!!

HI Andrea!! First let me congratulate you on your banding. We were banded on the same day!! Reguarding your situation with your mom...I can relate. Although i am 31 and married my mom still can't comprehend why I had to "tie my stomach" as she calls it. I've just become kind of imune to it. Easier said than done since due to her health issues she is living with us!!! Anyway, You are very lucky to have your dad understand and accept your decision and even help you out. i think your dad understands how important your health is to you. Now your mom. Maybe she just doesn't understand how important your decision to get the band was for you as well as for your health. Maybe she just needs some time to figuer it all out. Take this time for yourself. i do agree with calling a professional. It's always good to talk to someone who has a neutral perspective...I'm no therapist but I hope my words can help you out in some way. Think positive and you will get positive results..I have afavorite quote and I don't know if you are religous or not, but here goes..."GOD does not give us burdens which we can not carry." You are in my thoughts and my prayers!!! I wish you the best and keep up the great work.. Your on your way to a better life!!! Good luck and Keep me posted!!!! Love ya!!!!:kiss2: Olga

Hi nicknack-i don't think it necesarily means automatic problems..I think you need to watch for it to pass. Also, if you feel like something is "stuck" then I would call the MD. I swallowed an orange pit 3 days ago and was sooo scared, but it passed and it was ok...keep an eye out and if you don't see it soon I'd call the MD.. Good luck!!!

Thanks..like I said, the treadmill was just too much for me :faint: , but I walk in the mall (becuase it's toooo cold to walk outside) and I love it!!! Plus, I get to look at what my wardrobe will be like once I'm down to goal....lol!!! i take pictures and everything..and no I'm not insane....:confused: I just LOVE clothes...

I had chicken today!!!!!! WOW!! No problems!!!!!! I had a roasted chicken thigh and cucumbers for dinner and was it yummy!!!! You gotta understand my meals before Bandolera consited of Rice, beans, meat, salad, bread and desert DAILY!!! Puertoricans can eat man!!! I still have to cook all that for my family but I my appetite can do with just a piece of meat and some veggies...I'm so excited!!! My mom keeps asking me, "so, what are you gonna survive on?"..."You're not eating enough", "your gonn get sick"..Typical latina mom!!!! She thinks I'm insane and that I'm gonna die from malnutrtion...Yup, typical mom!!! She doesn't seem to understand that what would of killed me was the way I was going before. There is no point to arguing though....I just let her speak her mind and just nod and say..."ok, mom, whatever you say..." that aggravates her and makes me laugh..What a sick relationship, huh? lol!! My food for today: B: Protein shake snack: 1 yoplait light yogurt Key Lime L: 1/2 of a breaded pork cho and 1/4 cup mashed potatoes 34 ounces of crystal light peach ic tea and lemonade mixed...YUM!!! D: 1 roasted chicken thigh w/ 6 pieces of cucumber.. snack: a piece of cheese, 3 crackers and some tea..... I walked only 3 miles today ( I was side tracked by a cute dog house I had to purchase at Christmas Tree Shops in the mall....for my dog which I can't stand, but protects our house from anything and keeps me company when my boo isn't home.... ironic...i know!! :der:

I had chicken today!!!!!! WOW!! No problems!!!!!! I had a roasted chicken thigh and cucumbers for dinner and was it yummy!!!! You gotta understand my meals before Bandolera consited of Rice, beans, meat, salad, bread and desert DAILY!!! Puertoricans can eat man!!! I still have to cook all that for my family but I my appetite can do with just a piece of meat and some veggies...I'm so excited!!! My mom keeps asking me, "so, what are you gonna survive on?"..."You're not eating enough", "your gonn get sick"..Typical latina mom!!!! She thinks I'm insane and that I'm gonna die from malnutrtion...Yup, typical mom!!! She doesn't seem to understand that what would of killed me was the way I was going before. There is no point to arguing though....I just let her speak her mind and just nod and say..."ok, mom, whatever you say..." that aggravates her and makes me laugh..What a sick relationship, huh? lol!! My food for today: B: Protein shake snack: 1 yoplait light yogurt Key Lime L: 1/2 of a breaded pork cho and 1/4 cup mashed potatoes 34 ounces of crystal light peach ic tea and lemonade mixed...YUM!!! D: 1 roasted chicken thigh w/ 6 pieces of cucumber.. snack: a piece of cheese, 3 crackers and some tea..... I walked only 3 miles today ( I was side tracked by a cute dog house I had to purchase at Christmas Tree Shops in the mall....for my dog which I can't stand, but protects our house from anything and keeps me company when my boo isn't home.... ironic...i know!!

Anytime! I get emotional too...I think that's why riht after surgery I couldn;t stop crying and I would cry for any little thing....do you kno wthat I balled because my son pulled out a plant from my get well basket!! I was in hysteria!!! lol!! I can laugh now, but it wasn't funny then....:confused:

HI! Lucky you...a day with the kids!!! Were getting ready for a snow storm tomorrow!!!! Aunt Flo at least waited to come visit you..She visited me on surgery day and stayed for almost two weeks...so port pain, gas, and cramps....:faint: I feel you sister!!!! Hot chamomile tea usually helps me...I hope they get better!!

Best of luck!!! Just think of what's ahead and you'll do fine. My good thoughts and prayers are with you!!!!