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Kathy ~~~WWOOOO HHOOOO~~~ Tyler poo-pooed in the BIG potty! How exciting! Those big sisters are really little momma's, you know! Hey - I think Rachel should get a prize too... for helping out! And I loved the toothpaste idea. Never thought of that one.

Dody, Death is such a hard experience. I guess that's why the bible says that those that grieve shall be blessed. Because of tonights A.I. youve probably thought more about your husband and your lives together then youve allowed yourself to do in quite a while. Its ok to be sad. But on the other hand, youve spent an evening with your husband! Thank God we can only remember the good/positive memories of our loved one. The memories that warm our hearts and make us smile. I think thats another way God blesses us through grieving. Having only wonderful memories of them. (((hugs))) Tomorrow you will feel refreshed and renewed.

Mandy ~ LOOK how small you are! WOW. The 3 of you look so happy. Glad you had a wonderful time.

Has anyone else pulled up Nana's profile? Gosh y'all, everything's been deleted... EVERYTHING :ban: wonder what happened?

thats SOOOOO sweet! Hey Dawg ~ hope you had a super duper day! Happy Happy Day to you... and many more!

Hi! Welcome to LBT! Wow - you did great with your first month. -28 pounds? WOWEE, thats great!!! So, you got your first fill today? You feeling ok? Glad to have ya! And again... WELCOME!

woohoo Kim ~ Youre gonna smoke us now! This is when losing weight is actually FUN. :ban:

awe Shanna ~ ((((hugs)))) I wish there was something that would/could make this better. Fortunately you are way ahead of the game. Youve lost a whopping amount of weight - something that may have been impossible without the band. That's worthy of praise! What a wonderful support group you will find among the other LBT Bandless members. Im sure, there will be many more to join your new group. :ban: just leave the light on for us.

hmmm, Wheetsin - Im not sure. "Younger" - meaning her avator was a picture of her as a child... in a pool? What about Nana & Ill Succeed. Theyve been quiet too. And Madeline's Mom.... Where's everybody going?

Where's Jamie/Jammin & Losin? Her profile says that she hasnt been here in nearly a month. She's crossed my mind several times this weekend... sure hope she's ok.

Randy, Have you received any bills in from the doc. or hosp. for amounts due?

Jules, I just wanna commend you for "speaking out" about such a personal issue. Because of your cry for help, Im overjoyed at the others (like you) that have decided to "speak out" as well. My heart hurts for each one of you. "Happiness isnt having everything you want. Happiness is when you WANT everything you already have." God bless you Jules, and each of you that is in the similear situation.

How awesome!!!! BIG Congrat's JoLynn.... WOW -54 pounds??? ....in 3 months??? I think youve just made lapband history!

Have I told you lately that I love you.... AND your pictures! Tell Francesca *HI* from LBT! BTW: who's the girl on the left - the one in the green pants?

Kellie, What a great first thing to read on Monday morning. I can relate to so many things in this post.... Absolutely! And isnt it funny that we didnt even realize that we were this way until we lost weight. Losing weight is the biggest healer for so many ailments. Physical, emotional, mental. Im so excited for you! And I praise your effort for "doing something about it"...

Hey Kathy~ just being my usual pesky self... hows little Spidey doing with the pottying?

Yep! Me too. Thankful that Im not the only one.

I just re-read my reply. I have no idea why I posted that analogy. Doesnt even make a lot of sense... Kat - Sorry! my frame of mind is, well, not so "framed" today!

Cheri, For my second fill, I was on the recommended liquid diet for 24 hours, soft for another 24, etc. When it was time for food, (like you) I would pb after the second bite. It took about 2 weeks of this back and forth stuff before I completely started over. ONLY liquids for at least 2 days (VERY important to have these 2 days of liquids. IF you can handle 3, 4, 5 days of liquids only, then go for it! Its almost impossible for me to do this more then 2 days post banding.) Once you start with the soft foods, use extreme caution (pudding, yogurt, soft soups) and the slower the better. Try counting to 20 between swallowing's. Along with everyone else's words of wisdom, this should help!

Dody, I cant find them. ...Ill keep checking.

Shanna, I love stories like this one. Its another chapter in your husbands life book. And I totally commend your husband for being SO open to all of this happening (seemingly at once). Im sure its just as exciting for you as well. Looking for certain features or resemblances of a blood relative is always interesting and often rewarding! How's his adoptive mom dealing with all of this? Here's a blessing of peacefulness during this new adventure for your entire family!

c 185.6 ...I can post my weight again Wed??

awe Kat - Im so glad you two were able to connect. Thats a very valid fear. My first thought when I read this was that I was so touched at his love & concern for you. On the other hand, have you tried showing him the statistics of death rates for AGB surgery? That may settle his mind. And about the aftercare stuff... well, that too is very real. Most of us were aware of the post banding problems that could occur. I dont think any of those that have had problems expected to be in the complication category. :phanvan The only analogy I could give you is to think of your 11G kitchen. Say you have an electrical problem and all the appliances fry -PLUS- the wiring's burned between the walls. Looks great on the outside, cant really tell see anythings wrong! But its gonna cost another 10G to fix all the problems, replacement for the appliances, etc.... And insurance will not cover any of it. I wish I could tell you that you will NEVER have any problems, but.... (((btw, what about FIL helping out with the $$$))

Hi Kelly - and welcome to LapBandTalk.com My only suggestion is to check with your insurance comp. to see of the LapBand is covered (if you are NOT paying cash). A LOT of insurances pay for RnY, but not the band. Hopefully yours will :eek: Good luck!

Hi - WELCOME to LapBandTalk.com! And congrat's on your recent banding. You may want to start a NEW thread asking about fills in your area. It may be a little while before you get an answer. I cant think of anyone fom that territory to point you too for help. Good luck, and again - WELCOME!