Miss Michelle

Kiki-I had the same NSV just a week or so ago! I havent bought new towels for a while so I am down to 2 beach towels that I use, while everyone else uses regular bath towels. Anyway, I found that I am now able to use a regular towel too! I am throwing my old beach towels out for good! YAY, US!!

I have been to two different parties (one was a pure romance party I held at home) and both were so much fun. Its you and a bunch of your girlfriends hanging out together, with drinks and snacks, getting to see things up close without having to go to a local porn shop. The host gave information on new products, and we played silly games. We had one game where peanut m&m's were in a bowl, and using a straw you have to have enough suction to transfer them one by one into a seperate cup. Much harder than it sounds, and the winner won a prize. We talked about relationships, tested and taste tested lotions and oils (using your hands), questions were answered, and there was a drawing for a grand prize- a mini buterfly shaped vibe. The best part about the pure romance party, was that the host had brought enough product with her that almost all items the guests ordered were available for take home that same day. No waiting like other parties I have been to. If you are thinking about hosting one, you should ask the companies you speak to if this is something they can do. Your guests will love the being able to have thier order the same day.

OK, I know bad before pictures make for a more dramatic after, but just for the record, I hate, hate, hate this before pic.... Anyway, here goes nothin... Before.... In Progress....

I have hosted a 'Pure Romance' party and have attended a 'Fantasia' party. I am sure you can find more info about both online. Have fun ; )

Hey Everyone! Just thought I'd share some of my recent NSV's: I went shopping in Lane Bryant yesterday and picked up a pair of pants they had on sale dirt cheap thinking "yay, they've got one left in my size" then I realized I dont wear a 24 anymore!!! I completely forgot for that split second that I am down to an 18/20! I was hit on twice in the same week. And so what if one of the guys worked at taco bell....atleast he has a job, LOL!!! Seriously though, it always nice to know someone out there other than your hubby thinks your cute, right??? I started going to the gym two weeks ago. It used to take me thirty minutes to walk a mile. I am down to a 15 minute mile-and can jog about 1/3 of the way! I know most healthy people can do it in half that time, but I am thrilled at my progress so far and know it will only continue to improve. I used to feel like I was gonna die just walking up my flight of stairs to my apartment. Yesterday, I walked all over the mall, walmart, and the outdoor outlet stores with no problems!!! I :mad2: MY BAND!

Congrats on your success so far! You are doing great! Before you know it you will be at goal:laugh:

I just hit 62lbs down since begining my pre-op diet on 5/9. I :heart:my band!!!

Can I just say that I am happy to hear that most women have a newly found sexual desire after sugery and weight loss, becuase since being banded in may my need for any kind of sexual activity has completely gone out the window. I can already say that I will be much more open to things I may not have been up for before once I am more comfortable with my body, but right now I am just too tired to by days end. I am not in the mood when pre-op, usually I was the one initiating. I am less than three months out, so I am hoping that its just because of all the ongoing changes that is making me tired and my body simply needs to adjust. I will be looking forward to when I am up for it on a regular basis again and I am sure my hubby is too! I say, dont question it, just enjoy it!!!:thumbup:

So I just got a phone call from my hubby at work. His employer has decided to change insurance carriers for employees from Ofxord to GHI. Thankfully, I have already had surgery in May, but now I am worried because Dr. Fielding does not take GHI and I do not want to switch doctors. Does anyone know what a fill/post op-visit will cost without insurance coverage???

I have one similar but my fave is completely opposite of everyone else. It spins, vibrates, has beads inside the bottom and a second attached vibrating thing. Very much like the rabbit on that sex and the city episode.I don't own a bullet.

I have the copper IUD (atleast I think its made of copper) and my surgeon knew about it before hand and it was fine. I am going for my first annual since surgery in Sept, but I cant see one affects the other?:confused2:

Sorry! I think I got it now... Before: In Progress:

U look amazing! Great job!

OMG, I think we might be related. Atleast it seems like we have the same family anyway, lol. OK, so none of my moms side of the family came to my wedding over stupid nonsence. It got so bad, my cousin, and best friend from birth sent her mom to call me to tell me that she was not going to be my maid of honor. At the end of the day, I spent more than a year not speaking to any of them. The thing is that weather you like them or not they will always be family. I say go if your mom wants you to, pretend that you are having a great time then leave early. Ignore all of them.

OK, OK, I have to admit I am not thrilled about the staff either. I honestly think it is becuase they are all sooo busy. The last time I was at the office I overheard that they accept walk in's and that is why they are always so packed. I can understand for emergency purposes why this may be allowed, but I dont agree with it otherwise. I do love Dr. Fielding so much that I am willing to deal with the wait and uncorteous staff. I couldnt imagine going to another surgeon. Anyways, as far as a time for surgery I got mine on Thursday afternoon for my surgery the following day. Be prepared your time may get shifted around a little. Mine was changed about an hour or two after it was originally set. Good Luck!

You have such a sweetie, Lucky you! It's always nice to get that unsolicited support. I have a five year old son at home who is my pride and joy but boy is he is my super critic. I guess it's just his age...

You all look GEORGEOUS!!! Congrats on all of your sucesses! I am inspired and will be looking for and taking some pic's to post. I'll be back with them later! XOXO, Michelle

Well, looking around it seems like we are one of the only groups with no posts. So, I thought that we could all introduce ourselves... My name is Michelle, I am 26 and was banded May 23,08 by Dr. Fielding. So far since beigining my pre-op diet on May 9th, I am down 51 lbs with a long way still to go. I could not be happier with my choice of surgeon and actually like going in for my post op and fill visits. Although I do think they need a larger office, lol. I was thinking of going on NYU's WLS patients cruise in August. I am not sure if it's an annual thing, but has anyone else out there attended before?

Thanx for the info. I am keeping an eye out for one and will probably sign up for wiialerts.com so that I can get one this week...

K, I just bought the wii for my son, but I admit that I have taken it over in the middle of him playing a few times already. Anyway, I want the fit but worry that my downstairs neighbors wont be as excited as I am while I am using it. Being the second floor apartment with neighbors who already hate me, will it be a noise issue? I dont really know how much jumping/stomping/etc is involved.

I say make a true celebration of hitting your goal weight once you reach it by renewing your vows and taking tons of new pics! I don't display any of my wedding photos because I am not happy with the way I looked either. My newlywed friends have beautiful, romantic pics, and had one blown up in black in white for their new home. I am soo jealous. I want to have pictures like that! So, since being banded in late May I have announced to my hubby that we are doing a destination wedding once I hit goal so we can renew our vows... and pic's too! We also never had a chance to go on a real honeymoon so I figure we will make it one big celebration and get married again on the beach. I cant wait to go dress shoping for something sleek and sexy this time around rather than picking from the three large size dresses the local Davids Bridals offer.

Thank You!!! I am finding that I am weighing myslef everytime I go somewhere with a scale too just to make sure that mine at home is right. I go days sometimes with only a 1 lb weight loss or even none, then others with a few lbs differance. It's crazy! Congrats on your sucesses so far and have a great time on your vacay!!!:biggrin2:

Thank You!!!

I am up to 47lbs lost so far! This includes the 17lbs lost on my pre-op diet. This tuesday is my 26th b'day and for the first time in years I cant wait for it or for future b'days. I am hoping to be at goal by my next one! I am already planning a birthday bash on a boat for next year! Sort of like a reintro to the world ; )

My hubby is also a big guy. He has always been athletic but is very much an "apple shape" (you know, big belly, skinny legs) which is the worst for men and enhances there chances of a heart attack. Well, anyway he sure got a wake up call at my lap band seminar. My surgeon, having previously being obese himeself before being banded, was blunt about all of the concesquences of being overweight. That lecture changed both of our lives. Maybe take him to the sugeons office to hear all about how losing weight can help his whole life be better. The band was not right for my husband, but hearing all of the info he may get in gear to make a change in his life!