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I took my bottle of liquid into the movies with me as well. Smuggled in my purse! Bee Good!

Bee Healthy!

Wow Jean... sorry to hear about your sleeve experience, but thank you for sharing your experiences with us. Bee Well!

I think we all notice overweight people more now that we are banded. I know that I do. That said, I would never approach anyone. I have not even tried approaching my friends. They are adults who can read and they know there are options. It is up to them to seek the help we did. If it is not time in their heads, nothing we say will make it better, and would embarrass them even more about themselves. Yes, they know they are overweight without our help. When they come to the forum, I will be there for them, until then it just makes me sad.

Measure your protein. Our eyes can deceive us after a while! Bee Well!

I stuck to herbal teas for warm drinks and now I don't drink coffee at all! Bee Well!

I would double check with the doctor about caffeine. It is a dehydrator so it may be a bit early. Try decaf?

The first week is the hardest. It gets easier! Congrats on you surgery!

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Depends on what you eat... ice cream goes down real easy!

Most people who follow their doctors orders do not throw up. I have had a stuck episode with smile, but no throw up in 13 months. Nervous just means you are normal. Stick with the plan and you will do great!

What a wonderful Christmas gift to yourself. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us!

once a week, birthday suit, in the morning. (Sounds like a Clue answer!) Also weigh at the docs, but his scale is exactly 3 lbs lighter than mine. I record my numbers and he is always happy!

I have read on another post here that any barriatric surgery prevents you from serving in the military, but def ask a recruiter.

You go Dee! What a great story! Rock the house!

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You go toot Banjo!

Sorry you have had health issues. If you want to re commit to the band, you know what to do.

I have not noticed a seasonal difference in my band.

I believe that the band is the best if you don't want to have your tummy cut up. Investigate Band with Plication which is very positive in early tests.

I love when everyone kisses and makes up! LOL

It's the size of the bites, how well it is chewed, and even the type of meat involved. Some steak is drier and stringier than others.

Talk to your parents and you PCP. You will need their support. It take a lot of commitment and want power, as well as focus... not sure first year of college is the time for this surgery.

Drink by the clock... at least 2 oz every 15 minutes. In a 12 hour day that will let you get in 96 oz. That should be plenty.

See a nutritionist and work out a plan for 3 meals a day and a calorie goal. It is not good to eat only one time a day. Your metabolism will shut down. What do you typically eat in your meals?