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Big Silly, From what I know, we will have to eat bite sizes from here on out and we won't be able to drink while we eat. I know I chose the LapBand over GB b/c: LB is less invasive LB doesn't involve the rearrangement of my insides LB is reversible (if necessary) LB allows you to be in control of your wt loss (thanks to fills/unfills) LB doesn't interfere w/the absorption of nutrients (this is important b/c I will want to get prego one day) LB is prego-friendly...I will just need to get an unfill Before the LapBand, I would not have even considered wt loss surgery. E'thing else is just too drastic and invasive.

I, too, am a member of the 'Big Boned' Club...at least that's what others say about me. I just can't wait to get this excess weight off and not be in pain (knees)...not be outta breath while walking short distances...not shopping in plus-size stores and paying extra for big girl clothes...not being self-conscious, wondering if my gut is showing...mmmm I could go on and on. LOL!!! If you can't tell, I am extremely excited about being banded. Jul 25th can't get here fast enough!!!

Hi Brandlet. Welcome to the Marylanders group. I used to work at St. Agnes. That was my first "real job" after college. Glad you found us here. LBT is an awesome site. I have learned so much. Read all you can. You will become soooooo informed and knowledgeable!

Not sure if you have this link or not, but I know this may help out: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f5/how-get-ticker-your-signature-16218/

Hey Lynette. I tried doing this last night, but it didn't come out right, so I'll keep fiddling w/it.

Thank you so much BreadLady!!! That was a huge concern of mine...not being able to enjoy my banding experience b/c of these $$ problems...but not now. Thank you Lord!!!!!

Hallelujah!!! God is so good!!! He will provide for us. Remember I asked y'all to pray for my finances? Well, I got approved for a personal loan and will be able to take care of a few unexpected expenses that came up. I could cry right now. He is Jehovah Jireh, The Lord God Our Provider. Why did I even doubt??? He is so good to me and He has never let me down before. I want to shout it from the mountaintops how good He is!!!! What an awesome and mighty God we serve. He owns the cattle on a thousand hills. Woohooooooo!!!!!!!

I love your reward idea!!! You are too funny ("...LITTLE low rider jeans and my SMALL shirt..."). I've always wanted to do the lower back tattoo, too...hmm...maybe I have an additional long-term reward to go along w/my bling-bling...:biggrin1:

Welcome to Malaura, Neefam, Dini, Bobbertsmom, & Snaggletooth! The Lucky 7s gang is growing fast! I love it.

I think this is great. I think my small/short-term goals will be the new clothes I get to purchase. But for my long-term goal...I haven't decided, but I'm really liking the sound of the bling-bling!!!! :biggrin1:

Hey All!!! I haven't fallen off the face of the earth. I've been really tied up w/some other personal stuff and haven't been online much. But...I'm back now, so here goes... Welcome to all of our new Lucky 7's. I am so excited to see us growing! 6/26 Dini 7/2 Lynette617 7/3 Laurend Bobbert's Mom MrsHorne 7/5 Cherrybomb 7/9 Dakota476 7/10 Marcyinak BreadLady (hoping for 7/5 though) Evilah (may change) AshRae84 7/12 Gwhite Patti TanzyCoffeeLady 7/13 Trystell 7/18 Mikel909 Blulili's Hubby 7/25 Chimboree26 TBD Sunshine6855 2bthinagn Nulife2be Quinn Chickb13 Please let me know of any updates!!!

You're doing a good job w/the advertising! LOL! I was thinking it was a little expensive, but sounds like it would be worth it.

You guys are a trip. LOL!

*I posted this in another area, but it didn't get much response, so I moved it here.* All, I just need a bit of clarification. When speaking of gas pain, do you mean gastrointestinal pain--stomach cramps, bloated feeling, etc... OR pain from the gas used during the procedure? OR Both? And does the gas used during the procedure cause the shoulder pain I've read so much about? Thanks!<!-- google_ad_section_end --><!-- / message --><!-- sig -->

God bless you. I am so sorry for your loss. I know this time has been difficult for you, but it so wonderful to see that you are remaining positive about becoming healthy. Let us know how your appt goes tomorrow...and in the meantime, continue to shine on girl!!! Praying and pulling for you.

Wooooohooooooo Carlene!!!! You nailed it on right on the head. I'm so sick of celebrity justice.

I'd never heard of this until I read your post...so I looked it up (BODYBUGG :: HOW IT WORKS). It seems like s'thing I may want to invest in. I'm gonna poke around their site a little more.

***SIGH*** We heard that huge sigh of relief. Woohoo!! :clap2:

LOL! A fake milkshake, huh? I may have to try that. I'm going to order some samples from Netrition.com - The Internet's Premier Nutrition Superstore! and www.bariatriceating.com From what I understand, netrition.com is cheaper. I guess I'll find out real soon.

Wow. So you have a good jumpstart on us soon-to-be bandsters. At least we know who to come to w/any long-term banding questions. I believe that God has blessed me, too, w/this procedure. I know that He wants me to be healthy and have an abundant life. I look forward to starting my journey. It seems it can't get here soon enough!!!

Yes m'am. We're glad you found us, too! Everyone here has been great. I love this thread and group of people. Blessings

Glad you decided to join us! Wow. 7/3 is coming up soon. We need to add you to the ever-growing Lucky 7's list. Since you've lurked (that sounds funny), I'm sure you know how much info is available here. I feel so prepared and truly confident. Thanks LBT! Who's your surgeon and where will you be banded?

All, I just need a bit of clarification. When speaking of gas pain, are you referring to gas pain, do you mean gastrointestinal pain--stomach cramps, bloated feeling, etc... OR do you mean gas pain as in the gas used during the procedure? OR Both? Thanks!

And no, my mom calls me Cherea (pronounced Sheree).

Hahaha!!! Great minds must think alike b/c I was just updating the list. It looks great. I'm sure it will continue to grow the closer we get to July.