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Hi mmm, and WELCOME to LapBandTalk.com This place has such awesome information on all the MANY many threads. Just hope you have tons of time to read it all.:biggrin1: Good luck, and if you need anything, just let us know.

Hey Tracey, MY thought is this - DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO!!!!!! WW is a GREAT diet. So many of their products are found at your local store - which makes so easy to follow the plan. I wish you lots of success with your continuing journey!!!

This is my one desire.... to learn a second language. Telly, my mouth dropped when I read the languages you can speak. How impressive!!!! Im like Penni - I struggle with just ONE, much less 2, 3 or 4 others! I would love to learn French. My grandmother spoke only French (cajun French though) till she was in her mid 20's - then learned English. She was simple woman - no education. My guess is that if SHE could learn a second language, then I should be able to.

Im adding something to this thread so I can keep up with it. basically, just being nosey.

Hey Diane ~ BIG Congrat's to you! WELCOME to Bandland!

This is EXACTLY what I was going to say. If ONE doesnt fit under the Troll category, then they shouldnt be offended. I didnt see Leatha giving personal attacks here - or anywhere. Leatha *ALWAYS* uses on-line etiquette. And I emphasis ALWAYS. I -too- am praying for this place. God bless LBT! (and esp. the "Trolls")

This is EXACTLY what I was going to say. If ONE doesnt fit under the Troll category, then they shouldnt be offended. I didnt see Leatha giving personal attacks here - or anywhere. Leatha *ALWAYS* uses on-line etiquette. And I emphasis ALWAYS. I -too- am praying for this place. God bless LBT! (and esp. the "Trolls")

1st Memory of my Problem Foods when I was 13, my first crush broke up with me. I ran right to the fridge and took out the left over christmas cakes. I started eating, and eating, and eating. I have come to realize that (for me) food feels good when nothing else does. Its the one positive thing I can have at the moment - when everything else is so negative. Its still the same as when I was 13.

Just for the record, I wanted to let all of you know that back in 2000 I left my Thinking Cap in the Labor & Delivery room. Ive been calling the Lost and Found weekly, but nothing yet... Keeping that in mind, am I the only one that saw this????? or is the sleep deprivation causing hallucinations ALONG with the disgruntled failure stuff.

Janet, where are you going girl? You are disappearing from us - literally! Keep up the -obvious- great work! Donna, where is your avator? YOU ARE GORGEOUS!!! If I looked half that good, Id splash my mug all over!!!!!!!!!!!!!! youre a fox! Everyone looks so great!!!!

Thanks Elizabeth and Roberta for responding. I did find it a bit odd that it says to "refrigerate after opening".... hmmmm.

*sigh* boy, I needed this thread. FAILURE! That horrible "F" word. Since the fall my banded journey has been quite different. Now that Im having so many problems, the ONLY reason Im scared to get my big butt to the doctor is due to this "F" word.... I think I need to PM Sue or Leatha or someone else thats gonna give me the hard ball of what Im dealing with here. BEING OBESE DOES NOT EQUATE TO BEING A FAILURE ...you promise???

Last night I made a quick run to our local K-Mart for some bottled Water. I noticed a "10 for $10" sale sign for a new type of flavored water. I checked the nutrician label and there's NO sodium, NO carbonation, NO sweetners.... and best yet - NO calories! So I spent the $1 (comes in a 4 pk) so I could test this new product out (at least its new to me). Let me say that Im NOT into ANY of the flavored waters (not even tea). The only time I even add lemon to my water is when Im at a restaurant (it takes away the tap flavor). It taste just like my aquafina bottled water - with a dash of lime or orange squeezed in. Nothing special. No artificial sweetner hang-over, nothing. Just plain water with a little flavor. Here's the ingrediants: purified water, nautral flavor, ascorbic acid (vit C), citric acid, Calcium lactate, magnesium sulfate and potassium phosphate. and here's the link to the company: http://www.le-natures.com/ To all the LBT naturalist, Im really curious to see if any of you have found a secret no-no in this stuff. My 10 year old LOVED it (all 3 kids did) - and Im trying hard to give him as many good and natural food items as possible. So, tell me what you know about this stuff...

Mandy, since my second fill, my stomach makes SO many strange sounds. Its really embarrasing when Im on the phone and I hear something like a zipper noise coming up and out of my mouth. strange. I can only imagine what the other person is thinking. Im wondering what would happen if you had a little malox before leaving the house in the morning. It may coat your tummy and help with the noises... ??? just an idea. Good luck ~ and if the other moms hear your snap, crackle and popping, just telling them that its that darn rock candy you ate before meeting them.

Hey Jenna, Happy late-Birthday! So glad you had an awesome day. By the way... You had your hair done??? you know what that means... We need pix.

Hi Miss Macy, WELCOME to LapBandTalk.com Im another one that Dr S has banded. One good thing I heard about him is that he has given THOUSANDS of bands - and NO erosions reported. That's something to smile about. :biggrin1: :biggrin1: Good luck and let us know if you need anything.

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Hi Tonya, and WELCOME to LapBandTalk.com The above post is exactly what I was going to recommend you read for questions to ask your surgeon. Some of the stories on this site can scare you. Just remember, everyone's journey is different. Just like everything else, some have good stories and some have not-so good ones. Dont be afraid to speak up and ask questions. Glad to have you around! Again, welcome! :biggrin1:

Hi Mia, Im thinking that you havent felt the effects of a decent level of restriction. If you can still eat those breads, then chances are - you need another fill. OR - the fill you have received hasnt 'kick in' yet. Sometimes it can take 4 weeks for us to notice restriction (have no idea why this happens - but Im one that has experienced this). Try calling your surgeon and ask his office for thier opinion, k?

Hey Pauline, WELCOME to LBT. I agree with Alex. Try giving your surgeon a chance. Sometimes just making the special trip to see him will re-motivate you. Getting with other bandsters and hearing their eating tips and sharing their stories can also help. Do you have a local live support group that you can attend? You may want to call your surgeon and ask if they have one in your area. ((hugs)) I know its hard, but you CAN do it!

Natural Beauty, Id love to read your post. But Im having the hardest time reading the font size. Yikes!

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I dont mind feeding the family Quizno's. I feel like its pretty healthy - better then Bk or McD's - and they have kids meals for the little ones. I ususally eat the cheese & broc. soup/chili or the Road Ranch salad ?? (has roast beef & melted cheese poured over it) - very delish. Ive realized that when we travel, not to stock pile junk food in the van. Its just as easy to buy trail mix, mixed nuts, fruits & veggie. And if they want junk then we'll buy a personal size bag of something when we stop for gas. Its hard to get a family to eat healthy on the road - especially when Dad's a big BIG big junk food junkie !

awe Diane, This post made me smile ~ BIG BIG smiles! My only natural sister was tragically killed in a auto accident 18 years ago... . SO I completely envy you on the 9 siblings (like Myra's post). And I love your mom. She looks so cozy and loving. I bet she'll get a kick out of knowing that her picture is posted for millions to see!! Isnt it funny how losing weight changes SOOO many things about us (and the people around us). Physical, mental, social.... Youre a wonderful inspiration to all of your sisters (and to us). :clap2:

Hi Nana! Late last summer (August) I found 2 really REALLY cool swim suits (1 piece) on the clearance racks at JCPenny's. Had the sleek tummy hiding panal - made curves happen in places I hadnt EVER seen curves! The original prices of each of these suits were around $70 buck-a-roos. But I got'em for about $25. I woulve paid full price for atleast one. They are super slenderizing. And I feel totally comfortable in wearing these at the public pools/water parks. On the other hand, I bought a cheap-o suit from Walmart. After a month of use - it stretched out, faded, didnt hold things in the right places..... :nono: yuck :P SO! For those of us that need special attention to certain places on the body (stomach, hips, boobs) - DONT GO CHEAP! Like everything else ~~~ You pay for what you get!!!