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Ok I had a fill on 9/19/05 since then I haven't been able to eat real food...mushies and very soft foods are ok and of course liquids. The first week I lost like 7 pounds and last week 1.6 this week so far I have gained 4 oz. I get sick with almost ever meal..well slime for 30 mins or so and then sometimes PB well ok most of the time. If I drink enough liquid each day I don't eat much because there is no room...if I eat then I don't drink alot. I think I have acid reflux starting because when I get up in the morning my throat is so sore and the other night I wake up with a burning sensation. So my question is...why I am gaining and not lossing like crazy? Also could I be to tight? I hear just as much as .2cc can make a huge difference. I don't go back to the doctor until the 27th but I am wondering if I should try to go sooner?

Oh I hope we get to have lunch but I hope she gets to go back home also. I know that has to be so hard for her. Please keep us posted....

I am so excited we aren't going to miss the month of Oct...it was short notice but who could pass up a girls outing... Hopefully Curtis will act OK!!!! I have to keep my fingers crossed maybe they can stick us in the back cornor out of the way....

Angie you are doing great girl...keep up that good work. I know it's work but I am like you my band is my best friend and it's not going anywhere with out me. I am so glad we will get to see you next week when we have our little lunch with Paula. You are doing great....you can inspire so many people!!!!

Kathy why don't you talk to Paula and see what works best for her. Seems like we are all open pretty good. Remember I work uptown and I normally ride a van pool so if we do lunch through the week let me know so I can drive. Lets try to do it before next thursday since our own Melissa will be getting her band that day. YEAH!!!! And Dianne leave soon for her curise doesn't she?? I am off work Monday I will have Curtis but I could meet for lunch that day. Curtis has a 9:40 appt and I have a 2:00 so lunch would work that day or dinner. This week the only great time for me is thursday night. I could get away friday night.. So vote for these: Thursday Dinner (10/6) Friday Lunch or Dinner (10/7) Monday Lunch or Dinner (10/10) Tuesday Lunch or Dinner (10/11) Saturday Lunch (10/15) Thoughts? Oh yeah where is Paula located? Should try to go close to her?

Anyone up for it? Paula from the board is here with her in-laws. Paula, Kathy annd I have chatting about getting together to meet her for dinner or lunch or something...So what do you all think? Can you anyone join us? Do we do a weekday dinner or a saturday afternoon lunch. I know this short notice but it's a chance to meet one of our fellow banders....throw out some ideas....anyone???? I talked to Karen today about it and I know depending on when and where we do it she will probably join us. Paula any ideas??? What works best or we can go through Kathy for your answers. Oh I am so excited!!!!! I will say this saturday I will be in the mountains..But I am pretty much open any other time....dinner or lunch. Side note she is in Charlotte because she was kicked out by the last hurricane..I am sure she could use some support of any type right now!!!

Here we go: 9/6 - 271 9/12 - 270 (1) 9/26 - 263.8 (6.2) 10/3 - 262 (1.8) -9 so far for the fall. (at least 6 more to go)

Anyword on Starr? Did she make it home ok? She feeling ok? Dianne are you still hanging in there??

Robyn...what a great job you are doing. Stay focused and all will be great. Your new lift has begun. I can't say I know what you are going through but I sure hope it all stays on the right path for you.

Had it...put it in after I was alseep and came out before I started walking and before the paid meds really wore off. So for a female it was no biggie at all.

I wasn't sure if anyone else caught Weekend Today on NBC this morning. They just aired info on the lap band. They showed 4 sisters who have lost over 370 pounds having the lap band. One sister alone lost 125. It was a great story the only mention of the by-pass was to say that this was list risky then it and the recovery time is alot faster. It was a VERY good story and it was about 5 - 8 mins long. Just thought I would share that the band got some very good press from everyday people like us. Oh the Dr. did one of the surgeries on one of the sisters for FREE...she couldn't afford so he donated his time and everything. How amazing is that. I love my BAND!!!!!

Kathy...you are GREAT!! :banana I am so lucky to have found you on here you are such an inspiration to me and to many!!! You keep up with thise NSV and I know you...you will make that scale start moving also. Although I think lately it's been moving there girl.

Wow...my husband has gone to bike weekend at the beach and my mom has my son... it's just me and the four legged child. I went out with my sister for dinner and a few drinks. Went shopping for a little bit. Sitting here at the computer now actually being about to type one sentence without getting interrupted. Oh what to do with myself. Just thought I would share that I am having some ME time for the first in a LONG time. Oh maybe 2 years... Don't pick up the boy until tomorrow eveing and hubby comes home sunday late afternoon. Oh I am going to get so much done....

Eggs...well there are great...and never had a problem with them until my second fill. Boy if they aren't moist they don't like me AT ALL. Egg salad is still ok..with some FF mayo and touch of mustard. Just be careful but enjoy them eggs and egg drop soup.

Starr...hope everything is going well... We are thinking of you. I am SO glad everything went well. Girl you are on the lossing side now. Girls as of right now we only have two more to go.... Melissa and Karen!!! Melissa your's is just around the cornor and Karen who knows a date could soon be here. We will have to get some new members to join us. hehe. Starr have a nice relaxing weekend...hope to hear from you soon!!!!

Dianne...you are doing great. Sorry I haven't answered any questions lately. Curtis was up ALL night throwing up and running a high fever. He has a double ear infection, his bowls are compacted. Poor thing he was so pitaful. Any way I am STILL having problems with my band, think I am too tight. Got sick 8 times yesterday...it's just really hard no sleep and getting sick at the same time. Ok enough about me.... So are you doing ok? Learning the to a good little bandster? When do you go back for your follow up? I don't think I actaully felt my stomach fill up...I personally just knew that I was full. Don't forget to get some Water in each day... you will to get in 64 oz a day when your better. As for laying down..I am like Kathy I make sure my pouch is empty. I don't even take water to bed anymore. (but right now I sometimes even have trouble with water.) Keep getting in that protien and walk and sip and walk and sip.... Have a great weekend....

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That is great news...Congrats. I LOVE WEDDINGS and BABIES...

Welcome home...there is no place like home!!!! Melissa I think Dr. Bauman will let you stay in the hospital...you might want to consider it. I know I would..I think everyone needs one night to rest. (Ask Angie, she will know) Alright Dianne aren't you the brave one eating cottage cheese...I was chicken to try that until I was home almost a week. It was Jello & pudding & applesause for me. hehe...call me a whimp!!!! Get some rest and enjoy the movies and jello. If I didn't have to work and if it wasn't month end I will come and join in with you.... Keep us posted on how you are doing and don't forget you can call me at any time. Starr are you ready???? Not long for you!!!! We are all thinking and praying for you now!!!!

Sounds like fun....Flying will be great. I flew the first time last weekend since my surgery and NO extender. My husband looked at me and gave me a kiss and told me he was proud of me.

You will be fine...really. Went home just after 24 hours in there. I couldn't rest there and I just wanted to get home in my own bed and my own place. I am sure you will do great.... Starr....girl the countdown is on!!!!

Hey all talked to Dianne today and she is going to stay another day in the hospital. Everything is fine just sore and nauses (sp?) She sounded alot better today then last night. She made the nurses get her her up last night to go walking. She is doing GREAT....

Way to go....I can't answer your questions but I agree what ever works go for it.

I am so sorry for your loss and her families loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you better yourself. Stay strong for yourself, your family and know that you band family is there behind you every step of the way.