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I know I won't have time to say thanks in the morning since I have to leave so early. Tomorrow I will join the ranks of the banded. Ya'll have been a tremendous support for me. I truly feel at peace with my decision and know that God will take care of me. Thanks for everything! Kendra

You and I will be banded on the same day. I pray that all goes well for you! Mine is day surgery so I don't go in until Tuesday morning. God bless you!

I was at GNC today and they have chewable calcium pills. There are some soft chewy ones that are like a piece of chocolate. They have chewable pills as well.

I'm getting banded on Nov. 8th so I know exactly how you feel. My doctor requires two weeks of Optifast before surgery. Hang in there because it does get easier!

Hi Wendy. I'm fairly new myself but I've found that this is a wonderful place. People here are truthful yet extremely positive and uplifting. P.S. I'm 36 and I teach 1st grade.

I'm scheduled for Novemeber 8th and have found this to be a wonderful place! Good luck on your surgery. Kendra

I'm scheduled for November 8th with Dr. Veninga. I guess I should be nervous but believe it or not I'm just excited. :banana :banana

Hi Theresa, Congratulations on setting a date. I happen to think that's a wonderful day since it just so happens to be my band date too. I started my Optifast last Tuesday and so far so good. I hope everything goes well for you!! Kendra

You are an inspiration to all of us!!

Hey there. From what I've read, there are quite a few Texans around here. I'm in Little Elm which is about 35 miles north of Dallas. Congratulations on getting approved. I'm scheduled for November 8th. Kendra :banana

Hi Cassie. You're not very far from me. I live in Little Elm. My surgery is scheduled for November 8th and I have BCBS of Texas. Actually, I am a teacher so it is TRS BCBS of Texas but the policies and requirements are the same. Regarding my surgery, I am using Dr. Frank Veninga. North Texas Bariatric & General Surgery 4333 N. Josey Lane Plaza II - Suite 207 Carrollton, Texas 75010 PH 972.939.8218 FX 972.395.1789 website http://www.bariatricsurgerydallas.com/index.html Dr. Veninga and his staff are so wonderful. My main reason for choosing his office is the quality of patient care and advocacy. I never felt rushed or that my questions were a bother. Dr. Veninga personally spent over an hour with me on my first visit which I understand is standard procedure for him. This was in addition to the very thorough visit with his nurse. His entire office staff is also friendly and patient. Thanks to their thorough questions and paperwork, I was approved the first time with out any hassle. I feel very fortunate and I can't say enough good things about them. I hope things work out for you. Good luck! Kendra

Thank you for the kind words. You have helped build my confidence. At first, I was hesitant to tell anyone other than close friends and family about my surgery but I have come to realize that I have nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about. Those that I have told have been very supportive.

Hi. I'm a new member but not a new visitor. Your site has provided a wealth of information over the last several months as I have researched and waded through the lap band process. After much research and a lot of prayer, I am scheduled for surgery on November 8th with Dr. Veninga in Carrollton, Texas. I just wanted to say hello and thank you!