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QUESTION TO ALL Bandsters--- Is it something that everyone gets?? Hair loss that is??

Tree Hugger = Heart Elk Dolphin Lover = Aquamarine Mariana

Classic! If its not a beverage for a babe Its a beverage for you Either or it works for me Classic!

SMART GIRL --ESTELA She is correct. But that is also why I never use any of my family names for ID. I just open a dictionary & point to what ever pg I land on & thats my code. ;0)

Congrats on your big day- Keep us posted - Your going to do great!

Lets All Shout At The Moon Ahhoooooooooooooooooooo! Aahhhooooooooooooooooooo!!! Aaahhoooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!

Wow Betty I am not sure what has been happening ( & truely don't want to know) but if you need to vent girl- why- you just go right ahead and vent. we all need to let steam off once in awhile & its very good to do so. Never keep stuff buried inside it only eats away. AAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHA! Feels good to yell at the top of your lungs. AHHHHHAHHHHHHHHHHHHAHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! Again I have no clue whats going on but I thought it was fun shouting along with you!!! (((HUGS)))

LOL Delarla, I can't wait to hear your antics in person. I just bet we will all get stomach aches from laughing to much. Wow - thats good news La Madam, I think I'll go punch my advisor!

Here in Michigan I had two quotes- one $14,500. includes a full year follow-up & fills. 2nd- $23,000 or moe I can't remember- only included 3 months follow-up & NO FILLS. Both are straight out of pocket- no insurance

My finacial advisor recently (last month) told me that as far as a short term (5 yrs or less)investment, inamed wasn't the way to go. Year to date their stock hasn't had much growth & the main stay is in the silicone field. This was also verified by my(lapband) Doctor who has the stock & said he has been holding steady. If this does improve ( their marketing of their silicone products)then their stock would be better. I also (today) did some research & a few phone calls on Stryker's stock. This is one of the companies that manufactures Laparoscopes( the ones that probably were used on your belly during surgery for the band) for weight loss surgery. They have been a very steady climber in the past 10 years & was told as a long term investment that they would be a solid company. As for short term- well that is always hard to pick. The Martha Stewart would have been an awesome pick months ago - but if you look at the stock today it has already peaked since her new book & tv contract. I sure missed the boat there. As Grandpa always said( & he was a very smart man) any investment in stocks should be one that your willing to wait at least 10 years for. Slow like a turtle will always win over a rabbit. Anyhow thats my two cents for what its worth- which is about 1 cent -lol LaMadam- i in no way mean to frown apon your inamed stock - i was just commenting on what my advisor had said- I wish you luck & everyone else who has it;)

BABS- 3 Cheers for Babs- Hip Hip Horray! Hip Hip Horray! Hip Hip Horray! Now thats what I call sticking to your guns till the job gets done- I want to be just like you when I grow up (slim down);0) Fantastic job - now the rest is just pure sweet extra-especially knowing you beat, let me repeat, BEAT your original goal. Seriously - that is tremendous.

I am living Vicariously through your post! What an awesome beginning for you! Way to go girl SHOUT it from the roof tops!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have never been there but would love to check it out with all of you. If anyone would like to room together please let me know. I don't snore, don't smoke & don't plan on sleeping to much anyhow;0) I don't think I have a suit that fits anymore. Haven't been in a bathing suit in 2 years. How about shorts & a top?

Ellie- how has the new fill been going?? Its been a week & I am curious as to how you have been feeling?

Keep us posted after you go to your Doctor. I would think a little Neosporin wouldn't hurt till you go, as long as the wound doesn't look open. Best of luck.

Now thats what I call a GREAT BOARD! Prevents over-eating if used consitantly over a period of time. Helps develope hand & eye cordination. Creates a soothing & relaxing atmosphere. Helpful when feeling depressed or anxious. Is a deterant from munchies when responding to threads. Can benefit those who are without support. Earn free friendship points when visiting the site often. Sorry does not help with poor spelling or grammer ;0(

Has anyone had success with them approving the lapband? And if so how long did you wait to hear from them? Did you call them to push it along or was it smooth sailing?

What a sweet fluffy little ball of love your kitty is GUNN4ya ! More photos everyone- I just love seeing all these shots-They make my day, just like the before & afters do.

Debbydo- I started actually attending meetings & seminars in November 2004. I still go to support groups every month. I had been thinking about WLS for about 2 yrs total. This site has been one of the best things I have ever been a privelage to be apart of. You should think about going to Vegas with everyone. I am hoping to go but am not sure fincially. I have Bluecross/sheild network HMO. Hopefully I will have an answer soon. (please GOD). I was your weight about a month 1/2 ago but have been gaining do to the psych of getting the band & not being able to eat whatever-whenever very soon. I know its soooo stupid to do it but I just can't help myself. I have however started exercising to help combat the extra free for-alls on the cakes & crap. Most will tell you the process from start to finish (depending on insurance) is about 3 to 4 months on average. Stay in touch & we can loose together.

Estela, I have always thought like you about the liquid thing. I guess you could drink before & a little during (knowing you may pb) but keep in mind your lose may not be as great as it would have been if you followed the rules. It will be my greatest hurdel once I am banded. I say that as I sit here and drink a delicious Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr Pepper. Cold & Bubbly. I will miss them the most- so I am filling up now ;0)

Holy Cow or should I say Holy String Bean Janie! You're a completely different person ( at least physically). I would have never guessed those photos are of the same woman. What an amazing job you've done. The Great Dane is also pretty darn gorgeous!

Hi Tina- I hope you have been able to get loads of info here at LBT. Your on the road to a beautiful beach body for sure! Best of everything to you!

Good luck to you- looks like we are the same age & weight all most the same & need to loose the same- LOL Hope you can get your date soon. If you go to the search button at the top of the pg you can search for all kinds of helpful things including how to do the weight charts.

Good for you- wishing you much success on your journey