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Thanks for the update. I hope and pray she will be ok.

Thanks for the tip about the sig Kathy! I think I fixed it. Yes, I found a new doc. The only problem will be if she can't find my port since she doesn't use fluoro. I am going to try to think positively though and hope for the best. I absolutely love Oregon so far. It is so beautiful. I am still getting used to the weather but I know that will come in time. Thanks for asking. You are so sweet.

Welcome Stephani!!! How did it go at your appt.? Let us know. Hugs to you.

Welcome Sam!!! You have done really well and you should be proud of yourself. So glad you found us on LBT. Best of luck to you.

Welcome to LBT Shelley!!!! So glad you found us. It sounds like you are doing great. They say that any weight loss before your first fill is like a bonus. I have my first fill on June 16th and am excited. Best of luck to you.

Welcome Barbara to LBT. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery date. I have also heard great things about Dr. Ortiz, so I'm sure it will be fine. Best of luck to you.

Welcome Sarah. I also responded to your post on the Oregon board. I am also new to Portland. Feel free to email me anytime. Best of luck to you.

Congratulations on being banded Lindsay!!!! Your story sounds a lot like mine. I just got sick and tired of being fat and tired. I am through with missing out on life and being scared to try new things. I too took a giant leap of faith, crossed the border, and am now living day by day with my new buddy, my band. Best of luck to you on your journey. It isn't easy, but I am so glad I did it. Welcome to LBT.

Welcome Kari!!!! So glad you found us. This is such a great place with wonderful information and awesome people. It sounds like you are doing fabulously. Best of luck to you on your journey.

Nanareid...Welcome to LBT. So glad you found us. There is such a wealth of information and support here. Read everything you can and post often. Best of luck on your testing. Let us know how it goes.

Debbie....Welcome to LBT. So glad you found us. I was born in Laurel, MD. I love it there. My dad always called me "The Original Maryland Crabcake", because I don't do mornings...shall we say...very well...LOL. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery date. That is wonderful. The time will fly and it will be here in no time. Good luck with all of the pre-op testing. I know it can be tedious but it's also important. Best of luck to you.

Antoinette....Welcome to the family. You sound like a determined woman....that ole insurance company doesn't stand a chance...You go girl!!! Keep us updated with how it goes. Best wishes to you.

I'm so glad to meet you Kim! I'll cross my fingers for you that you get the answer that was meant to be. I love the story of how you met your husband. I also met my husband on the internet...at matchmaker.com. I was skeptical as well, but it was the best thing I ever did. I have three friends that met their spouses the exact same way. Love works in mysterious ways. Best of luck to you on your journey.

Welcome to LBT Sherry. So glad you are here. It sounds like you are doing great. Any weight you lose before your first fill is like the proverbial icing on the cake since there is not real restriction. Hang in there. Make sure you do eat or like you said, your body will think it's starving. Work on getting more protein and you'll feel and do better. Best of luck to you.

Welcome to LBT Heather! Glad you could join us. It sounds like you are doing great with your band. I get my first fill this week and can't wait.

I read the article too....my stomach was in knots until I got to the end. I think that as long as you do the research everything usually works out ok...just like in the US. It was weird to read about a lap band from Mexico though. Hopefully no one in my family reads it or they'll be freaking out.

Too cute Lisa....I love it. More than the pic, your commentary is priceless! Thanks for sharing.

Lisa....congrats on the new puter. Very cool! Go for it with the new do....you only live once, right?! You are so beautiful that I am sure any style and color would look great on you. Anxiously awaiting your reveal.

WOW.....Superstar....that's what you are!!!! Holy moly you have a tiny waist. You go girl!!!! You rock.

Fellow name sharer....so sorry about the job. I say your ice cream was a-ok. No worries. Best of luck in finding something bigger and better.

Vines...sorry you are feeling so poorly. I hope all is better soon. Sending get better soon vibes your way. Hugs to you.

I just had to share that my first fill is scheduled for this Thursday at 6:30pm with Dr. Kelly Fitzpatrick in Portland. I am very excited but a little nervous. I know I really need a fill...I was able to eat way to much food last night. I know I will feel better once it is done and I can start losing weight again. I have been playing with the same two pounds for the last three weeks. Thanks for all of the support.

Eileen...I am crossing my fingers for you that everything is OK. Sounds like it might be though just from the varied description of your experiences. Best of luck to you. Hugs.

LOL...Road Queen. I read your other post about Red Lobster, so hopefully the Alpo won't tempt you anymore. Do not give into the Alpo.

Thanks for the good ideas. I have no difficulty with burgers let, but I do get my first fill on Thursday so all of that may change.