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Crystal, my mouth dropped open! OMG!!! ...-43 inches gone in less then a month. WOW!

I agree with Betty. The afternoon/night after surgery I didnt feel like doing anything else but sleep and rest. Didnt have much energy to walk either... just kinda weak feeling. But the next morning I felt like a different person. NEVER regetted staying that night.

Hi OkieJudy, I agree with Michelle, the Atkins brand is very good - Ive had the slimfast lo-carb ones as well... and they are good too! Some of us make our own using protien powders - but I go for simplicity and rather buy a ready made drink!

LOL... oh yes! We all have funny sounds, but none is painful... just noisy - but not very distracting! Just the sounds of food digesting.

Kathy, We want pictures!!! We want pictures!!! We want pictures!!! Come on girl, youre a regular now... we want pictures! 10 days... gosh thats just a little over a week away. woo hoo... its getting close. BTW, where are you going for aftercare?

Hang in there Pati... these pounds didnt get on us overnight - nor will they leave us over night! Im a slow loser too! But I try to focus on my permanent change of eating habits instead of losing weight (easier said then done). One thing I have noticed is that when Im not losing weight, Im losing inches... you may be the same way. Good luck!

Time to give us an update... how much weight have you lost???

How funny! Sure, Id use it.

oh Michelle... How exciting!!! I am *truly* happy for you. As if there wouldve been any thought to consider you for this 'job'... youve got the looks to attact so many! And youve done so well! Now youre gonna be an even bigger inspiration for everyone, not just us at LBT! :banana Congratulations!

Jenna, I just checked the list and you are added! Where did everybody go??? so many joined and havent checked in lately... We NEED you... ALL of you!!! Alkaloid, Adam, Becca, Bigmom, BigT, Bobby, Chief, Jack, Kelly, Nana, Nancysmiles, Sharon,Taylorrae, Crystal, Wade ??? (Everyone else has checked in fairly regularly.)

Zoe... VERY good! And dont forget about the cortisone - a 1/2 pound loss is awesome with everything youve had! Jenna... Jonathan has to add you to his site. After that, you can change your own weight. Im sure he will add you as soon as he sees your thread... BTW, how are you doing? 197 this morning... woo hoo! -2 for me. Thanks Penni for the senokot advice - it worked!

Kirsten, protien bars - I think some people recommed the Aktins brand, & cheese cubes... cant think of anything else at the moment!

Hi TuffEnuff, Welcome to LBT! OK, so May 20th is Jenna's B-day and its also my wedding anniversary.... WOW! Special day for all of us!

Hi Kathy, this is a great question! Last summer my kids were 8, 3, 1. I told the older ones that "Mommy was going to have a little surgery on my tummy". The older one questioned more - so I told him that the surgery was going to help me eat less so I can lose weight! Goodluck. God will help you decide whats that right thing to say to them... each family has a different way of communicating!

Corgi, each doctor has his own insturctions. Mine wanted a week of each... a week of clear liquids, a week of full liquids, a week of mushy stuff. The 4th week is usually the hardest - you become VERY hungry by then. Good luck. BTW, How's the weight loss?

Had a great Easter day. Went to Moms and ATE TOO MUCH!!! Here's a picture of me and Mike from today... Happy Easter Everyone!

Crystal, glad you brought this up. I dont know about that time/date stuff, but like Kathy said, Ive been having LOTS of problems getting on this site too... 2 out of 3 times I cant!

I *think* Shannon (thread starter) wanted to communicate to Officegirlblues and started this thread instead of 'pming' her.... Im just guessing!

Hi Lisa, so good to see you around! You MUST confess your weightloss secret... so much in so little time! PLEASE tell us!!!

How cute... even showed my kids. They laughed too! :Bunny Happy Easter! :Bunny Hope everyone remembers the real reason for this Holiday... God bless!

Amen Penni! I didnt have to give up coffee pre OR post op! Good luck...

Kyleigh, depending on a number of things - I may be interested!

Hi Shannon... are you the same as Officegirlblues? Ive copied that post for others to get to know you better... hope you dont mind. WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME!!! Hey OGB! I LOVED Dr Clements! He and his staff are so friendly and helpful. I wouldn't change my decision to go with him for a million bucks! I would totally recommend him to anyone. He now does lap band outpatient and my friend Denise (from Bham) was just his first outpatient surgery on March 14. She did great and I think it cost her about $11,000. I'm so happy that this is catching on in Alabama. It's (in my opinion) such a better option that bypass! (Not downing anyone with bypass!) If you need to talk or ask any questions, feel free to email me! smlayton@charter.net Good luck! Shannon 241/217

**Hey Greg, glad to see you still around. I truly miss seeing you ** Nancy, so sorry to hear of your MIL's death. How is your hubby handling this? I will keep you in my prayers. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord. Let Perpetual light shine upon her, and may she rest in heavenly peace!

Hi Karla, WELCOME! I was banded by Dr Spiegel over the summer... if you want to ask or 'private message' me with questions, you are welcome to! Good luck on this new adventure!