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Everything posted by dylanmiles23
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The Doctor
I went to the doctor Thursday for my second fill. He is a very important person in my life. I told him all about this wonderful support site and great people I have met. He thinks it great. I also asked about how big my band is and how many cc's he puts in and he asked why and I told him people on this site people talk about it. He didn't think it was necessary to tell me. Should I have pressed him for this? Being on a liquid diet after the fill, I have lost a lot of weight since Thursday, around 5 pounds! Last night I saw my new grandson, Max. He is very cute for a new born. Max is my 3rd grandson, no girls, yet. It is snowing lightly in Boston-ugh! I hate snow and winter. Have a great Saturday, all.
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Roberta And Me
Hi Where do you work out? Easton area? I plan on joining WOW on Monday but near my house in Randolph. I have never used a trainer before. You look amazing-keep up the great work.
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Having A Difficult Time
Hi Call the doctor asap. This does not sound normal. It's great to lose weight but it has to be healthy. Good luck.
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Wow, How Lazy Was I?
Congratulations on your weight loss. A woman in my support group brought i n a Fitbit and I fell in love with it except the price. You have a nice MIL! The woman showed everyone on the computer how she uses it and it seems to be the best. Enjoy it .I had a fill yesterday and am liquids until Sunday and then mushy for 3 days. Because of this I may reach 199 by the beginning of the week. So there is a plus side to fills and liquids. Enjoy your weekend.
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Still No Fill
Your measurements sound great-all down. Go get remeasured for a bra. I did and was shocked! I just walked my son's dog, she is staying with us for a few days and put on my winter jacket, size 2x-huge!! A new one is on next week's to buy list. I think I am now a misses xl. Seeing lower sizes sometimes is better than the scale. Keep it up or should I say down!
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Updates
Hello, My daughter-in-law had a boy. I guess the men in family only make boys, there are no girls in the family other than the cats and dog. Everyone is great. I think they missed calculated the date by one month. I went for my fill, and got a small one. Since my August appointment I am down 18 more pounds and the doctor was thrilled. So now I am back to stage 3 for 3 days and stage 4 for 3 days. I will lose more weight doing those diets. Enjoy the rest of your day everyone.
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So Much Going On
So today I go for my second fill. I do eat too much and too fast and when I eat too fast I know it. I have my son's dog since last night. My daughter-in-law is having a baby due around Xmas, last night she started to have a leak. So they kept her over night. Still no hard labor. Who knows when the baby will be born. She is at the same hospital as my doctor but no visitors in labor and delivery-so I will have to wait until the baby comes. They don't know the sex. My younger son has 2 boys, almost 5 and 12 1/2. Have a great day everyone.
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Mile Stones
congratulations!!!!!!!!!! I guess exercise is the key to getting the weight off faster. I don't move enough. I am seeing Dr. Schneider today for my fill. The doctors and staff at the Bi are great. Good luck!
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She Is Always Bragging About It?
Wonderful story!!!!!!!!!! They are jealous. I am clapping with you.
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Help Me Please
Hi, I live in MA and all hospital ER's have to take all people even if they have no money. Go to your nearest ER and ask for help. Good luck. Also try to call your surgeon, maybe he/she has a heart. Good luck!!!
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5 Day Pouch Test
sorry, never heard of it.
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My Surgery Story
Welcome to the banded life. You seem to be doing great. I love the protein shakes. It must be the brand and flavor. I only drink chocolate and add instant decaf coffee and peppermint extract and tons of ice to make into a thick shake. As I am writing I am having mine. I hate breakfast foods and have this every morning. Just remember, chew, chew, chew. I miss bread but have it sometimes just not the whole basket at my favorite restaurant. On this site you learn a lot. Good luck.
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Fad Diets And Lap Band: "this Is Not A Diet"
Great blog. I may even buy the book. I will only buy a medical type book if it is recommended. Thank you! You look super.
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Noises
Happy Monday, all. Does anyone have a stomach that gurgles everyday? Mine does every morning around 10:30-11:00am. I stay up very late and am still in bed at that time. Is this my stomach telling me get up and have my protein shake? Also, talking about noises, I burp a lot and hiccup. Is this normal? I am seeing my surgeon Thursday for my second fill. I think I have been eating a little too much at each meal, but when I am full I stop and don't push it at all. Enjoy your day, it's getting cold in Boston.
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All About The Fit......
Wonderful story and a successful shopping day at Talbots! Very nice MIL. I have a nice MIL who buys me things. I never think of going to Talbots and there is an outlet store not far from me. Thanks for the idea. Keep up the good work, you deserve it.
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My List...
Love your list! I never did one. Now I am sorry I never did one about anything, not even wearing different size clothes. Good for you and good luck with everything.
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I Feel Better After...
I am 62 and still have black heads and sometimes pimples. I thought they left the body in the teens-wrong! I need to get a facial and have the tech make my skin look better. My husband's routine sounds likes Ty's. Why-because we wear makeup and try to look good. Toodles.
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I Feel Better After...
That sounded so wonderful to do something nice for yourself. I don't want to be a spoiler but I was at the dermatologist a few weeks ago and he said never use alcohol, witch hazel or any toners on the face. I have used toner, Lancome, for about 30-40 years on mine and now have stopped all. Enjoy the rest of the weekend and new week.
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Who Is Cheznoel
Very nice first blog. who cares if you're rude, I can be. The real me hasn't come out yet. I try to be nice and then I blow up. i have a lot on my plate. Your travels sound super. I love to travel but can't at this time. Have a great weekend.
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Port Question
Hello I never heard of that but then it doesn't mean it doesn't happen. When in doubt call the doctor. That is what i do. Good luck.
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2 Weeks Post Op, Mushy Foods And Thanksgiving
Good luck with your band. Are you allowed spaghetti so soon? I know I wasn't. But then every doctor is different. eating so soon can make you sick. I hope you don't get sick.
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Onederland...so Close...
I wish you a lot of luck. I am about the same weight as you and under 200 would the bomb!!! by New Years. have a great Thanksgiving.
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Oh My Gosh!! Such Great News!
That is wonderful news!!!!!!!! Good luck.
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We Are Family!
Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!
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Right Here, Right Now.......
I am also obsessed with the scale. I get on too much, like 3-6 times a day. Awful. I have been between 207 and 211 for about 6 weeks. I hate it. I would love to see 199 by January 1st. Everyone goes at different paces. Have a wonderful holiday.