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Hey all I talked with Dr. V and he said it wouldn't be a problem doing a support group. He said he likes his nurse (Bobbi) or Angela (works at the center) there. I told him that would be great because they would be there to answer questions and give us ideas, etc. He told me to get a hold of Angela and let her know, Bobbi said they would probably do a mailing in the fall if we wanted to wait. He said he doesn't care who comes..so everyone is welcome. Bobbie suggested we could mix things up and meet for dinner and not just at the center. I told her we were doing that in Aug. They were very happy with the idea.... So girls lets get the Aug date out there...maybe others can join in. The dates that work best for me are the 6th or the 27th. I can do the 13th, I just can't stay a very long time because I have a family reunion that day. Thoughts????

Good Luck...everything will be just fine. For my protien drink I like

Best of Luck..That is just wonderful!!! Keep us posted on how you are doing. I am hoping for another next year... :-)

Congrats on the weight loss, that is wonderful. Please feel free to join us anytime. We are planning something in Aug, I know one of us will get it posted in the NC thread before long. Good Luck and if you need anything we are here!!

283 for me...That's another 4 pounds gone. Yeah!!!

Hey there...good luck tomorrow...I to had to be there @ 5:30am and that was rough.. They did have to give me something for my nerves after that, I remember waking up in recovery done!!! Good Luck...things will be great!!

I wish you luck...I agree with Alexandra that your Doctor nor your insurance company can tell you what is right for you. I have recently heard that more insurance companies are covering the band because they are tired of all the appeals...so if the band is what YOU want fight for it. My doctor told me that this was a starting point if I wasn't happy with it he could do whatever else he could do, but he told my DH and I that it was my choice and he would help fight the insurance if we had to. We didn't have to thank goodness. Good Luck on whatever YOU decide to do for you!!!

Hey Ladies...it was alot of fun...I can't wait to meet up again. I will let everyone know what Dr. V says about the monthly meetings at his office or even if we could meet there every other month. Angie that is great on your weight loss...I can tell it's time for a fill for me. (Hopefully in a about 2 more weeks and hopefully it will not be as full as Kathy's.) Kathy good luck on that fill...I know to make sure not to go with 2cc for the first fill...See I am learning. Where do you get your fills at? Here in Charlotte? Your son wasn't bad...just 2!! That wasn't my normal child with me friday..he was taken over by someone nice and sweet. haha Melissa...keep up posted on your test and where you stand. I know you go to see Dr. V this week...I want to hear how it goes. We should start a new thread for our next meeting....in case others want to join and they might not read all the way through this one. Thoughts? It was a blast...can't wait til the next one. :-)

Thanks for the info...I hadn't heard about it yet...

Here is one more of my boys....

I like fireman also...but my father in law is one so I look at them a little differently. :-) Here is a picture of my husband, my grandpa and my son....

Welcome...you will get alot of great support here.

Good Luck on finding a Dr...I don't personally know any in Winston. I am no pro at the band, just being banded a month ago...but it's what was right for me. I felt safe going with the band. I love my band as I have already lost close to 30 pounds and I have realstic goal. It's not drastic..and completely removable if something is wrong. Plus I still feel I can have children when I feel comfortable with it. :-) Again good luck!!!!

My heart and prayers are with everyone.

I am a DSL user and it's not a problem...I can't think of any time we have been down. Actually just upgraded to a faster speed and it's great.

Dianne great idea on the picture....we are going to miss you but we will have to make this monthly and hopefully you will be able to join us next month....We will have to take a picture of all of us together and it will be good to see the group grow....We will have to use Melissa's daughter to take the picture, my 2 yr old would probably get our feet. haha.

There is a chick fila outside the mall....but sorry not one in. Good Luck Kathy...I will probably just hitting that stage the next time we meet. I will be 4 weeks post op on Monday 7/11 and Dr V says the first fill will be 6 - 8 weeks. I am still loosing but I noticed that the small amounts don't fill me up much. I am just trying to stay focused on loosing some weight. I am very excited about tomorrow...here is a link of the food places in the mall. http://www.concordmills.com/static/node380.jsp

I know Cammie will not be able to make it. She said next month if we do it one night or on the weekend. Below is what they have listed for food...maybe we should get something in the food court before heading to jeepers. I know once I get Curtis in there he isn't going to want to leave. While the menu will vary slightly from one location to another, the quality and value of our food remains consistently high. Fresh, baked-to-order pizza Hotdogs and French Fries Nachos and other yummy appetizers Snacks such as Popcorn, Cotton Candy and pretzels Soft drinks, Juices, Milk…and coffee (for the Grown Ups) Angie...look at you bringing your boost. That is great. I too am still afaird of trying things that I haven't had at home. How did you Dr's appt go today?

I am excited....I can't wait to meet everyone. Way to go Angie, that is great...keep up the great work!!!! I go back to the doctor on monday and I am wanting to loose @ least 5 pounds from 2 weeks ago. I hate going in the afternoon because I weigh more :-( Oh well just all the more reason to work harder to get it off. Let me know when and where....I will be there. :-)

As a newbie you have really made me think. I thought I was doing good at least I feel I am still loosing each week. So it just makes me think now more the ever. The food journal is helping me I just need to stick to it and be honest with everything I put in my mouth. Thanks for making me think...I know it will help me in the long haul. I hope to be up with you at the 60 - 70 pound weight lost. :-) You inspire so many.

Hey Angie...I chopped chicken in my magic bullet with a little bit of FF Mayo. Cottage Cheese, Unsweetened applesause, egg salad, I was able to get down some very soft mushed green beans, yogurt, tuna in the MB again with a small amount of Mayo, grits, fresh cantaloupe, honey dew, watermelon... I guess I have been very lucky. I haven't had much of any problems. I have been able to go to normal food more and more each day...Hang in there...and Good Luck. It is all worth it.

Hope all is well....hope your at home getting rest.

I am starting my class back tonight...I am 3 weeks post op and the Dr said there was no problem as long as the incisions are healed.

I am so sorry...we were banded aound the same time and I luckly have been able to start soft foods..not just mushie. It does help my family is very supportive. All weekend they asked me if I could go somewhere before they made plans. Hang in there...it has to get better. :-) Good Luck!!! Just remember it will all be worth it in the end... If it helps..I just had a wonderful Protein smoothie...I used

That is great...keep up the great work. Stories like this will keep me on my toes!!