HarleyNana

Congratulations, yes, you are worth investing in I feel the same way. I still have my original band, soon to be 9 years old!

I'm in Yorktown, I know of another person in the Burg and two others in Yorktown. Almost any time is good with me if I'm in town, so are any others interested? Maybe a restaurant, like County Grill or TGIF, I'm flexible

Sounds great, I think that would be great. Just let me know when :w00t:.

Early Happy 4th girlies! Gosh, I can't believe how long it's been since I've been here :tongue2:. Life is good, still have my band, that's a big plus, esp since it's 4.5 years old now...yea!!!! It's still work though, one day I desperately need a fill, the next day I can't keep anything down, go figure, LOL. I spent a little time with Diane on Sunday, it was a great visit, as always :cursing:. I miss you girls, but I admit, I switched to FB. It's a place I can keep up with most of my LB pals and family and friends in one place. So, if you're a FB member, stay in touch. Have a safe 4th....hugs.

LOL, sorry, but I couldn't imagine using one for Soup. I waited until I had my band over 6 months. I have no problems using a straw, but I only take tiny sips if I'm eating, which is actually, another NO-NO. I just hate drinking out of glass and cups, plus the OJ from my screwdrivers gives me a mustache if I don't use a straw...OK, another No-No. Oh yes, I've been banded for 4.5 years, so I've been using a straw for 4 years.

WDW, just curious what type of shakes you're making/drinking. One of Dr. T's seminars was about the hidden calories in smoothies. Instant breakfast with low fat milk is a great way to get in extra protein too. Personally, I hate milk, so I make my shakes without milk. I also use a product called New-Whey that is 42grms of liquid protein that comes in a vial type container and you just drink it down. Good luck on your journey!

Hello girls! Yikes, I've been away too long, but it doesn't look like I've been the only one MIA. I think Facebook has taken over, haha. Michaele, congrats on the weight loss and getting back on track before gaining 8 lbs .... like me :crying:. We finally found a new home in Florida, 10 minutes from Disney. It's in the Reunion Resort by Bobby Ginn, another reason to get on track! Hope everyone is doing well, it looks like Spring is finally trying to make an entrance. Betty, we have Bike Week, in Nags Head this weekend. It's supposed to be in the high 80's. Hugs

I realize this is an old thread, but I recently discovered the "New Whey" 42gr vials. They can be mixed as a shake or drink them straight from the vial, which is my preferred method. Be sure to shop around on the web, I found several places much cheaper than my local GNC or Vitamin Shoppe. As for the taste, not bad at all. It takes a little getting use to, but much better than those gritty, nasty smelling powder Protein shakes. I just chug it down.

I didn't think anyone did on top of the muscle anymore. Karey, short term memory here, did you use saline or silicone and are you still happy with the results?

Yes, Dr. T did my surgery. He was the first with that group to do lapband, then about 1-2 years later, Dr. Clark started doing them. I know several people that Dr Clark performed the surgery, as well as several done by Dr. T. You'll be in good hands with either....tell Dr. T, his first lapband patient sent you :smile2:.

K, I sent you a PM, personal message, it should pop up when you log onto LBT...aka LapBandTalk. Here's an old picture, right around my 6 months point. You're welcome :frown:.

Keam, I have no regrets, I've had my band for four years. Personally, I think you'd be making a great decision with Dr. Terracina. I don't know what info you need, if you have particular questions, please PM me or post them here. Good Luck

I love my salads made with baby spinach and all the extras, you know the fattening stuff..sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, cheese, carrots, all the good stuff.

Oh yeah, Crystal lite lemonade makes me very thirsty, just remembered that.

Crushed ice is good too for the dry mouth, also the I needed something to crunch on, so I used a lot of cubed ice as well. The port is usually the largest scar, or longest. Mine is on my right side. Sounds like you've got the right attitude, I wish you the best.