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txgal1961

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    txgal1961 reacted to Medikdave in Swimmers? Im nervous...   
    My doctor said 4 weeks for a private pool, 6 weeks for a public pool. I have internal sutures with surgical glue on the skin incisions. I don't know if the rules are different for incisions with external sutures.
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    txgal1961 reacted to dee21 in Swimmers? Im nervous...   
    I'm 14 days post-op. and I called my Dr today re: swimming. They said I can go in as long as all my incisions are closed and I don't have any signs of infection at the incision sites. I can't exercise but I can take a dip! :-) its 105 her in CA and a dip
    sounds so refreshing!!
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    txgal1961 reacted to dani_nyc in Ohh the confusion... :/   
    The question should be would you rather a tough month of your life or having a tough time due to obesity for the rest of your life?
    When in doubt.. Change perspective!
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from MsGal in Can you help me with these?   
    unjury products, chocolate splendor is my favorite!
    http://www.unjury.com/store/protein/
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    txgal1961 reacted to MsGal in Can you help me with these?   
    I bought and LOVE the Unjury products. You can buy it on line. Alond with the chocolate and strawberry sorbet....I get the unflavored. It is AWESOME added to 16 oz of any flavor Crystal Light. Hope this helps. Lisa
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    txgal1961 reacted to Tezzie Pooh in Success smells and look sooooo sweet.   
    I dont post often but today I just had to. I am down 62lbs after being 3 months Post- op. I have a long way to go but I am NOT where I use to be. I feel so good and so blessed, I cant begin to describe it.
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    txgal1961 reacted to MsGal in Success smells and look sooooo sweet.   
    Good For You....that is awesome! I can hear your excitement.....brought tears to my eyes. I think we can all relate to how this must feel! Keep doing what you're doing! Lisa
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    txgal1961 reacted to ADJL in Success smells and look sooooo sweet.   
    Woohoo! Great job! super excited for you!
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    txgal1961 reacted to Sunshyne068 in Success smells and look sooooo sweet.   
    YAY!!! Keep up the good work! Also post some tips for success like your diet and exercise tips that you believe helped you reach your goals!
    I think I can speak for everyone when I say we are so VERY VERY proud of you!
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    txgal1961 reacted to ☠carolinagirl☠ in Carbinated drinks   
    some drs say yes and some say no
    and as you can see, people tend to do whatever they want to anyhow
    i say do whatever your dr tells/advises you to do
    my dr told me no (same with straws) and i chose to adhere to what they said/advised me to do. so far so good....i havent had a soda or used a straw since i started pre op....nothing missed...
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    txgal1961 reacted to megamomnj in Can't believe it...I'm a MEDIUM!!!   
    I really can't remember ever being a medium!
    Thanks for all the encouraging words from everyone!!
    Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from Smiles4Di in Can't believe it...I'm a MEDIUM!!!   
    That is fantastic!!!
    A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
    For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
    Congrats
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from Smiles4Di in Can't believe it...I'm a MEDIUM!!!   
    That is fantastic!!!
    A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
    For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
    Congrats
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    txgal1961 reacted to lilmispcl in The Dreaded STRAW   
    I was told using a straw is up to me but that it can cause us to swallow more air. As far as restaurant glasses, I am grossed out too but I stick to the not drinking during meals so I don't have to worry about that.
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    txgal1961 reacted to ☠carolinagirl☠ in The Dreaded STRAW   
    as my friend mrsinto said, you will get many opinions
    the one that matters is what YOUR doctor advises of you
    so call and ask your doctor and get the correct opinion
    on straws, gum etc directly from them so there is no doubt.
    btw, my dr said no straws either so i adhere to that rule.
    otherwise, whatever works for you.
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from Smiles4Di in Can't believe it...I'm a MEDIUM!!!   
    That is fantastic!!!
    A person who has never had weight issues could not understand the feeling of pride you must be feeling!!!
    For us that have had weight issues think that a medium is awesome!!!!!
    Congrats
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from ☠carolinagirl☠ in The Dreaded STRAW   
    I asked when I went to get my first fill (6/12/13) and was told "never again".
    From what I have read on this board some dr's say it is ok so you might have to ask yours when you go for follow up visit.
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    txgal1961 reacted to megamomnj in Can't believe it...I'm a MEDIUM!!!   
    I went shopping today and bought not only one but three medium tops and one medium dress!! I started at a 1x but probably should have been wearing a 2x.
    LOVING MY BAND!!!!
    Sent from my iPhone using LapBandTalk
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from Lori123 in 70 pounds in 7 months   
    WOW, that is fantastic!!!
    Congrats to you on all your hard work, happy for you
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from Lori123 in 70 pounds in 7 months   
    WOW, that is fantastic!!!
    Congrats to you on all your hard work, happy for you
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    txgal1961 reacted to Lori123 in 70 pounds in 7 months   
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    txgal1961 reacted to Lori123 in 70 pounds in 7 months   
    Down 70 pounds so far...has been a big learning experience. I feel great so far and am adjusting to all the compliments I get. It is so wonderful to be able to pull something out of the closet I thought I would never wear and it fits easily! 50 more pounds to go!
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    txgal1961 got a reaction from ☠carolinagirl☠ in Question about exercise   
    My surgery was 5/15 and I had my first fill on 6/12 and not scheduled till 7/3 for my second fill. I was told no core exercises for 60 days after surgery. I do walk, work my arms and inner/outer thighs for toning. No weights at this time but maybe I will be allowed very soon
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    txgal1961 reacted to DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! in Tiny Dishes, Scales, and Portion Control   
    I've been banded 17 months and I still measure my food. My family teases me, asking if I'll measure it forever, I just laugh and say "probably!"
    I never eat more than a cup of food per meal. So, I use measuring cups when I can. For things like meat I use a food scale.
    Zip Lock makes small storage containers with a 1 cup mark right on the side. I use these a lot because then I can just grab my pre-measured meal from the fridge and go.
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    txgal1961 reacted to bindi in Fill virgin no longer :)   
    Hi all ! Received my first fill today ! 4 cc's was placed in my band. Very excited about that. Need to get to that green Zone ! 24 hours back to liquids, then mushie for a meal then moving on to stage 5 !!!! Woohoo I made it . These few weeks were tuff but so am I !!!

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