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Welcome to LBT! There is tons of information on here just for taking the time to read it all, so kick your shoes off and start reading!

Welcome to bandland! Glad your surgery went well!

Welcome to bandland! You really are supposed to let the strips fall off by themselves. Walking is the best thing for the gas, and sipping water. Good Luck to you!

Welcome to bandland!

OK here goes: A little olive oil (2 tablespoons or so) 1 large onion 4 clove of garlic 1 med eggplant cut into 1/2 in cubes ( about 3 cups or so) 1 med. zucchini chopped 1 (10 oz) package of mushrooms sliced 1 green pepper chopped 4 or 5 large tomatoes, cored, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt fresh ground black pepper 2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil 1 box of multigrain penne shredded parmesan cheese Heat olive oil in 4 qt saucepan over med-high heat, add onion and garlic and saute until oinion is translucent. Add eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms and green pepper. Cook stirring frequently for about 10 min. Stir in tomatoes, Italinan seasoning, suga, salt and pepper. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Uncover and stire in basil, increase heat to med-high and allow to boil for 3-5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook Pasta and when done pour mixture over pasta and toss. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and serve. This tastes alot like pizza!

Welcome to LBT and congrats on your surgery date!

The last thing my doctor said was "Don't worry, we'll take good care of you." I was relaxed after that and out I went.

Welcome to LBT and congrats on your surgery date! Don't worry, it's only normal to be nervous/scared. Good Luck!

Congrats to you!

Keep busy! Good Luck and don't forget to let us know how you did!

I have always been able to pretty much eat anything, just smaller amounts. There has been times I couldn't eat something one day and be able to eat it then next. You just never know until you try.

Good Morning Y'all! Well, I got supper done w/o burning it up because I was on here last night. lol I made the best Pasta dish, at least I thought it was really good. My boss gave me the recipe and I tried it. It's a lot of chopping up veggies, but it was really tasty. If anyone wants the recipe, let me know. It's a meatless Italian pasta. Patty - I never heard anyone say that about a bandster! That person don't know her facts for sure! Some people never need a fill! Don't let that bother you! Darcy - Girl we are missing and thinking about you! Eileen - Will you ever get to leave the old job behind? I guess they can get more out of a person that way! Beanie - How is the job going? Please fill us in! Kat - How did all the garden work go yesterday? I hope you aren't totally worn out today, it's hard work! Cindy - You are as busy as ever! You need to take a vacation! Sherry/Chrispy - Your day sounds like a lot of fun! I would have loved to have been there too! Opps, it almost 6 and I haven't gotten in the shower yet. Sorry, got to run and jump in, then fix my lunch/breakfast and get dressed. Catch y'all later!

Welcome to bandland! It gets better with each day! Good Luck!

I weigh every morning, it helps keep me in line. I do have to remind myself that it's possible to gain a few pounds due to water retention etc. and not to get upset if it shows a small difference. I like to keep a check on it though, it keeps me more in line if I see a gain that day.

Hello Y'all! I am in the middle of cooking supper, I can't stay just wanted to check in. By the time I read everything, I don't have much time! Mandy - I love all the suits and they all look great on you! Kat - Easy way to do the green beans: Pick the Beans, DO NOT WASH THEM, then snap them like you would when cooking them. Stick them in a freezer bag and freeze. When you take them out of the freezer wash them then and they taste just like they are fresh picked. Much easier than canning them! I use to can a lot of stuff, now with just the two of us I don't do much anymore. I miss the canning sometimes, I sure miss all the tomatoes and banana hot peppers I use to have all the time. Those are the two things I miss the most! Try it, you'll like them that way, just remember not to wash them until they come out of the freezer to eat. I'll try my best to get back here tonight or tomorrow. I have just been so busy!

Welcome to bandland! Glad things went so good for you!

Welcome to LBT! We have lots of people on here that went to Mexico, and I am sure they will answer you. Good Luck!

It really is normal to go through all kinds of emotions before surgery. This is major surgery afterall, and it's a big step to take. I don't regret taking that step, but I did do lots of research on it before I decided it was right for me. Good Luck to you!

Good Luck to you! We'll see you in bandland! Don't forget to let us know how everything went!

Good Luck to all of you! We'll see y'all in bandland!

You are not failing, it just takes time to get to the perfect spot for you. I had 5 or 6 fills before I had any restriction at all. You have to be patient with your fills, because if you go too fast that's when all the problems start happening. Each time you get a fill you have to make sure it doesn't get too tight. I have fills and 5-6 weeks later they tighten up a little more. Just hang in there!

I pretty much eat anything I want to, but omit things just because of the calories. I go out to eat often, and if I am with a group of people, when I can't eat it all I just push things around on the plate. People don't pay much attention unless you sit there without the fork in your hand. I've never once had anyone say anything about me not eating enough.

Welcome to LBT! I don't know what is the age limit they have there, but just would like to wish you luck! I bet you fall within the limit, so just give the doctor a call and they will tell you.

I have a nephew that is the best single parent I ever saw! He loves his kids, and works with them all the time. He helps with everything, he has his own home and he is a great cook. I would say a single male could make a very good father if he likes the job! It's not easy though! Good Luck to you!

Just stopping in to say hello! I just got back from the doctor and I want to get out of these clothes! Patty - So sorry you has such a rough day, hopefull the rest of the week will be better. Hi back at you Kat! Later!