Rockin' Robyn

:eek: :fish: :tsk: I'm speechless...... I know I know.....Don't say it:p Angela....wanna to go the chat room for a sec pretty please??

Cynthia- I'm sorry to hear that about the films/surgery. Hopefully it will all get worked out asap. Is your boss keeping you from taking FMLA or whatever because lapband is considered an "elective" surgery? So what you are saying is you can't just take off and turn in your paperwork? What if you kept the surgery quiet and had it scheduled for a Thursday or something....then just call in sick on Thursday/Friday, and have Sat/Sun off? That would give you 4 days to recover...it would be cutting it close, but at least you could get it done and just not tell them. Just an idea, as I had massive problems with my boss in my last job not wanting me to have the surgery period because she essentially didn't think it was necessary. Also, don't fret about what we are discussing here. The whole point of this thread is for us Hoehn-ites to vent/discuss things that we have been needing to get off our chests, but don't necessarily have a forum to do it elsewhere. We have all grown much closer in doing this, and I know personally I have received so much comfort and support from these girls just when I thought I couldn't take anymore. Please feel free to post anytime. Sorry you have to work on a Saturday...yuck!! Get some rest and have a good weekend too. Love ya! Robyn

I agree with you 100%.....we know that whatever we post on here is public knowledge. However, I question the intent or even malice with which it was shared. Not to mention the professionalism of the person who shared the info with Dr. H. Then for there to be the "it's one of them" talk outside doors before seeing patients is absolutely uncalled for and ridiculous. Who cares....and why is it important to point that out before an appt with the doc anyway? If "he" truly doesn't care, like they indicated last night...then why keep bringing it up?? Yes I am "one of them"....I am one who has supported the program 150% through thick and thin....I am "one of them" that has openly advertised even on LBT for their program and even private messaged people to tell them great things and encourage them to have their surgery there....I am "one of them" (and only one of very few) that has faithfully attended practically every single support group, with one of the reasons being to help Billie out in having older bandsters there....I am "one of them" that has encouraged new bandsters to keep coming to support groups when they no longer want to go.....I am "one of them" that has a true desire to be a product of a great bariatric program because that is what I represent.....I am "one of them" that honestly wants support groups to be successful and worthwhile to all who participate, thus sharing feedback from the group that may not be easy for them to hear.... So yah, I guess they are right...I am "one of them". Unfortunately, I may not be much longer if this craziness continues. Very very sad where this is going.... I guess I'm just more disappointed than anything....Being in the healthcare field myself for 8 years, I know that ANYTIME I am training a new person that will be following me....it is a STANDARD OF CARE to first ask the patient "I have someone training with me today...do you mind if they come in and watch how I do things??" This then gives the patient the right to refuse or accept the person being privledged to their private health information. I of course, understand the frustration and the disbelief that there must have been when she walked in the room. I too, would have been to flabergasted to say anything at the time. But would have sat there extremely embarrassed, intimidated not to ask or say things that I would have otherwise, as well as feeling that my privacy was being violated. I know for a fact I wouldn't have done anything differently......However, this day needs to be used as a learning experience for everyone....not only Dr H's office, but also us as customers and patients. It's one thing to be a "patient advocate"....and offer words of encouragement and support when people ask for it. It's another for a non-qualified, non-medically trained individual to be acting as a health professional and giving out education/health materials or in any way giving out medical advice. I am saddened and disappointed they are putting themselves and their patients in this situation......we shouldn't even have to be discussing this. Just my 2 cents after all that has happened today. I'm done rambling now:rolleyes:

HI CYNTHIA!!!!! I am so glad you are on here girl! I just want to say that I am so impressed with your determination and resolve. You are going to get there.....I know it is so frustrating to have to deal with all of this....and it just plain isn't fair! Hang in there and keep your chin up. Advocate for yourself as you would for your patients. You are worth it:eek: Keep us posted on what's happening. I think most of us are on here checking the posts now at least once per day. I'll be thinking of you and praying for you. It's all going to work out...just keep telling yourself that! Girls....yes I got home just fine. I feel great this morning. Last night was one of the best nights I can remember over the past year. Laughing so much must have released some endorphins or something, because I feel great this morning. Thanks for hanging around and talking so much. I love that kind of stuff....:kiss2: Oh, and Holli...I think I need to file a claim on your car insurance for my head injury.....there is a lump there that is all swollen this morning..........Did I make you sweat a little?????:heh: :heh: Just kidding:biggrin1: !!!!! For lunch today???? Oh yeah....I guess it is lunch time....I slept in until 10:00, so I'm not really thinking food just yet. Hubby and I are going to go out to a movie this afternoon. You guys are probably headed out to your appointments. Happy restriction (or lack thereof Holli:p ) to all of you. Cate-I usually do not eat much before my fill because I don't want all that food sitting in my stomach pressing back on the band when he is filling it. Probably not scientific, but in my mind I always thought that if I went in with a full stomach, he would feel more resistance on the syringe when he was filling me and not give me as much.....probably a stupid theory, but..... Hope you guys are having a great day. Love you all!! Robyn

I had this too after my initial surgery. It got really worrisome to me, and the numbness in my upper thigh actually "hurt" sometimes. Weird that numbness could hurt, but it did. Anyway, it gradually went away on its own after about a month (I lost about 30 pounds in the first month though so I don't know if that may have helped relieve some of the pressure off of the nerve). Hang in there and hope you feel better!

I have aol so I guess I have AIM???? But I was just thinking of getting on the LBT chat room....is that okay?

Meet in the "LapBand support" chat room....hopefully not as many people will be in there as might be in the "lap band lounge" I'm gonna call you Holli and Cate if I don't hear from ya soon

Okay PHD lady (I said that lovingly)....what the heck are you talking about???? :confused:

Okay Girlies- I just came from the office......Tomorrow is Billie's Birthday and she is still coming to support group. I would like to get some ideas for us all to arrange to do something special for her tomorrow night at support group. Can we all meet in the chat room at 9:30 tonight???? I'm open on the times. We are going out for dinner right now, but should be back around 8:30. I'm flexible with the times. Let me know. Talk to you later! Robyn

A woman after my own heart!!! I can't beat myself up for one time in 10 months can I???? Boy, I gotta get out more often.:faint:

Wow! What a great idea. I never thought of looking up the nutritional info BEFORE I go to a restaurant. I'm all about their lettuce wraps there anyways.....yum yum.... BTW, Sorry guys.......Don't hate me...:wacko:but I'm still thinking about a drink:cocktail: !?!?!?! :yield::yield::yield::yield:The voices inside are whispering:evil:......Margarita......Margarita!!!!! :drama:

Girl.....you and your one track mind:eek: (Olympic sexathons, weird bulges in certain positions, getting turned on with plain speak) No wonder your husband loves you so much!!

Yep- Do you know her screen name Holli?

Great Thread!!! My last straw was on my 13th Wedding Anniversary.....my husband and I had gone to a $300/noc bed and Breakfast with plans for some wonderful relaxation away from the kids. We decided to take a bubble bath to relax. Now mind you my husband has never said ONE WORD in 13 plus years to me about my weight. That night as we sat there talking about our lives by candlelight.....he said to me with tears in his eyes, "Honey, I am really worried about your health. Would you ever consider doing something like surgery to help you get the weight off, because I want to spend many many more years with you....and I'm scared for you." Boy did that hit me hard. I wasn't at all upset because I knew he was saying it from his heart and that he was truly worried about me being around much longer. I have to say his timing wasn't very good (being naked in the bubble bath with him and all ). I was one of the ones that said I would NEVER EVER have weight loss surgery. But, his words and love was exactly what I needed to gain some perspective and make that big step to take back control of my life.

I don't know...I kinda like p....knee better:embarassed: I gotta get off here, or my stomach is going to split wide open from laughter!!! I don't think I'll ever want to go to Mr. Greek after that ever-so-elequantly-put recollection of your experiences there Wheetsin! Me still thinks I have earned a Margarita this week. Me don't think they have those at BOB EVANS do they? LOL :heh: :heh:

OH Guys! I forgot to tell you......I'm officially on for "gallbladder removal surgery".....Yippee!!! NOOOOTTTT! I'll tell ya'll about the quotes around the word gallbladder at our little get together after group on Thursday. Billie said Dr. H was very sad to hear about the tubing herniation, but that he was 'as happy as she had seen him in a very long time' when she told him about the gallbladder. Go figure.......I love him so much........he can do no wrong in my eyes. DISCLAIMER.......(Not love in the same way Holli does though of course)....heheheh:biggrin1:

Wheetsin.....AKA....."WHANKER"!!!

Holli- "Olympic Level Sexathons"????? I will never look at you the same!!! :o :o :o :o :o

BLACKMAIL!!! That's it Angela, I'm printing it off in poster size and bringing the pic to support group on Thursday!!!!:heh: :heh: :heh: Just kidding:p

Okay....that was just not right!! I am sitting here laughing my butt off, and you just made my herniated tubing (aka Stanley...yes I named it) herniate even more I think. OUCH!!!! That hurts so freakin bad.....but you are cracking me up. Yes I'm sure that no one has ever talked about it before. I am a very open and in your face kind of person, but not even I have the cahunas (sp?) to bring it up to him or Billie. Do you guys think it will still be okay to tell everyone at support group on Thursday that we have started our own thread here. What if Dr Hoehn or Billie come here and read this???? Holli- Guess what girlfriend......YOU ALREADY ARE SKINNY! Yes I said it...the 's' word that we all have trouble hearing and accepting. Guess you better be looking into another surgery for that low profile one. :clap2: :clap2: SKINNY....SKINNY....SKINNY!!!!! Okay, I feel like we are starting to get into a very familiar conversation like my husband and I so often have when we are trying to figure out where to go for a date. It goes something like this....."Where do you want to go?.....I don't care....Where do you want to go?.....I don't know....you decide....No, you decide.....No really........BLAHBLAHBLAH". Holli...this whole thing was your idea, so I think you should make the final executive decision this time and we will just all meet you there?!?!?!?! :biggrin1: Whatcha think girls?

I'm up for anything.....I don't know that area AT ALL...so as long as I can follow someone there and BACK to the nearest highway. What about like American Bandstand or something on Metcalf??? Is that too far away? I think there is a Mexican Restaurant in the same strip mall of the Panera that is across the street from Hoehn's office. Are Margarita's Band-friendly. I haven't had one in 6+ months....but I'm thinking that sounds good about right now. (Sorry.....I'm not 'purposely' trying to be a bad influence!!! :faint: :heh: ) Angela-I STILL go through the dumb "to fill or not to fill" problems. The one and only thing I HATE about the band is there is absolutely NO consistency in the levels of restriction. Day by Day, and even hour by hour it changes. I can eat literally a 5 course meal one day, then puke on 1 bite of mashed potatoes the next.....go figure!! Point being...I feel your pain. It's all trial and error. I know how much you hate the thought of PB'ing....but at least if you do get a little too tight, you can have it taken out just as quickly as you had it put in.

Wow I'm in this weird mood today to post a lot:o !!!! I have to know...what in the world is BKS???? (Or should I not have asked??)

BTW Angela- Did you know that if you go scuba diving you are supposed to have ALL of your fill taken out. Just mentioned that because there is a girl I work with who is a HUGE fan of scuba diving and they are getting ready to go to the Carribean. She just happened to mention it to her doc at her last visit and he freaked out and told her she MUST get an unfill because the band's ability to withstand pressure has only been proven to 50 feet below or something weird like that.....You probably already know that though because you are so smart

Yep- I'm in....Holli was supposed to check on how late Panera is open....did ya...huh???? did ya!!:heh: :heh: Hold your tongue and Stop saying those bad words Wheetsin (P.F. Changs/Cheesecake Factory)!!!!

Okay Holli- YES!!! YES!!! YES!!! Nobody really talks about it much, and I've thought about it, but how do you bring that subject up to Dr. H or at support group? And besides, what is he going to do about it?? I think it is a seriously bad problem to have though. I haven't really said anything much to my hubby either because I'm afraid he will get a complex about his weight on me or something, which isn't the issue. I noticed it much more with my last port than I did with this new one. Although I'm pretty focused during the moment on the pain I am having on the right side of my abdomen from the stupid herniated tubing poking through my abdomen!! Okay so now onto that subject girls....I had my ultrasound this morning and it is definitely herniated tubing and NOT an infection. To me that is kind of good news, because the infections are so hard to treat. But such a bummer to have to have a 4th surgery. Not to mention...during the ultrasound I could clearly see lots of little mysterious circles on the screen at one point. I said to the tech....Don't tell me that's my gall bladder!! She said yep it is....so now I'm scared I'll have this hernia thing repaired and then in the next couple months have to have my gallbladder/gallstones taken out. The pain that I have been relating to the "lump" in my stomach is fairly close to where my gall bladder is. Although I know I am not having full blown gall bladder attacks, who's to say that some of the discomfort couldn't be related to that. I'm gonna ask if we can just take the dang thing out prophylactically to prevent another surgery in my future. We'll see.:angry I'm just talking out loud as I usually do. Too much stress to keep in my little head right now. I just need a break. I want to experience peace and tranquillity and just live life, forgetting at times that my band is there, not acting up or giving me problems. I have never truly got to experience that yet. I really haven't even had 2 weeks to just settle and not think about some sort of problem that is going on and just LIVE. Okay that was dramatic....I'll shut up now! How's everybody doing this week? How was the weekend? Robyn