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Ok Evo, you know I'm not really one to "coddle", so believe me when I tell you this: It's not too late to get started again. Take it one day at a time.....or if that's too much, then one hour at a time. You can do it, evo.

I like the concept, but youch! The ribs are a tender area for tattooin', lol. If you get it done, post a pic!!

What AngelWhisper said. Yes, you'll get a breathing tube with the lapband. You'll get a sedative that will make you very drowsy before they place the tube, so no, you shouldn't remember it going in. Generally, they remove the tube while you are still groggy from the anesthesia, so most people don't remember it coming out, either.

Here's a link to researching a Mexican doc, vicky. Hope it helps. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f200/researching-mexican-lap-band-doctors-101-a-43575/

Kind of hard to say, donyia. Chances are, you will.....However, since the reason for the preop diet is for your safety, there is a chance that your surgeon may opt not to go ahead with your surgery if you haven't lost what he thinks you should have.

Well hello there, chirocw. You are absolutely correct in that post band life takes a little getting used to. About re-adjusting to your new "full feeling".....this is (IMO) one of the most difficult, yet key lessons that a successful bandster will learn. Sounds like you have a sound base, and therefore are off to a good start. Best of luck to ya!

Put me down in the "no numbness" column, Brie.

Well, I'm more of the "take it out" mentality. I've read a lot of stories of people on here that are too tight, and they ultimately eat "bad foods" just to get something down. It's better to eat a slightly bigger portion of nutritious food than to eat a smaller portion of crap, IMO.

Hi there NorCal. You might get more replies if you post your question in the "doctors / Fills" section. Good luck!!

Crystal, the pre-op diet sucks. There's no way to sugar-coat it, lol. The thing that helped me the most was knowing that it was for my safety. The fact that your husband is doing it with you is awesome. That level of support is incredible. Hang in there, and you will be through it before ya know it. Good luck!

Michelly, I know it's difficult to be patient, but what other choice do you have, right? lol.... As far as looking for people that have had your specific doc or hospital, you might have more luck posting your question in the "Doctor and Fills" section, or the "Local Support Group" section. Good luck!

Hey Fitzie. I think it all comes down to self discipline (I know that's difficult to hear, and probably not at all what you wanted to hear). It's not that you should never splurge on an occasional treat.......it's just that you have to go into it knowing that you'll have to make up for it somewhere down the line (via increased exercise, decreased calorie consumption, or both!!). Perhaps I don't have the healthiest outlook though, lol.

LapDancer, I could be waaaaaay off base here, but this is my $.02......... We all know that there is much more to a marriage than just sex; However, sex (for most of usguys, I think) is really a type of "glue" that weds the physical to the emotional in a marriage. The lack of sex, coupled together with the fact that your husband isn't eager to spend time doing things with you, suggests to me that he has somewhat "checked out" of the marriage.

Reznor / Bowie - "I'm Afraid of Americans"

Chris Rock was the first one I heard talk about it. I think it originally was "a prison thing". Yeeeesh.

Well, I'm not really sure how this'll go over Hal. I'm not trying to be negative. My thoughts are that you need to think things over and be certain that the band is something you can commit to. I love my band.....but it takes equal parts hard work and dedication on my part. I can see where you might be a little reluctant.

Hey, that's great news, Steph. I remember feeling that excited when I got approved. Good luck!

Hey Jacs. It's normal to have lots of questions in the beginning. A good first step would be for you to attend one of those free informational seminars that the surgeons are always giving. Also, have a good look around here......there's a ton of information to read. Good luck!

What stage are you in, bo? Clear liquids? Full liquids? Mushies? Every doc has their own schedule of food progression. It can be tough at first, but hang in there.

Sorry Patty, but me llamo es "The Winner"

Totally agree with the "torture porn" movie consensus. Too much "it could really happen" ruins a scary movie for me. Having said that, I actually like slasher films, even (maybe especially) the cheesy ones. On the whole, I prefer my horror to have at least a dash of supernatural or sci-fi.

I saw the original. I'm not really a huge Wes Craven fan......the original was kinda hard for me to watch (I still don't care for "torture porn" movies like SAW and Hostel), dealing with rape, degradation, and murder. Maybe the remake will be better? I love scary movies too.....I just prefer my scaries to be a little more removed from reality (like the new Friday the 13th). Let me know how it was!

Dude, you're getting there. And, as I'm not gay, I'm not blowing any undue smoke where the sun may or may not shine....

To be fair, I only claim "propaganda" when somebody offers up generalized ideology instead of facts. Example: Neocons are ok with the idea of the uninsured dying of cancer (propaganda). Republicans have no basis to decry earmarks, as they are responsible for roughly half of the "pork" (legit debatable fact that can be researched). See the difference? Also, I critize Bush and defend Obama all the time. I don't play party politics. I'm not a republican, I'm not a democrat....I'm a conservative. I will gladly "call out" those that post unabashed propaganda on either side. Total disclosure......The thing I wrote about the republican guard & the WMD can rightfully be considered propaganda until (or if ever) I find a link to back it up. I did however, state that I couldn't recall where I read that No I haven't. And I'm not trying to convince anybody of Bush's intelligence. I was just saying that some people couldn't have it both ways....Bush cannot be a lumbering buffoon and orchestrated (fill in the blank.....9/11, invasion of Iraq, Patriot act). Ya gotta pick one until history reveals what was going on. As far as who is concerned, BJean? Who is "we"? For all your talk of unting a country and healing a great divide that Bush caused, you sure use divisive language. I claim to speak only for myself, and will gladly keep an open mind to opposing views, as long as we debate facts, not emotions. Are you talking about me? Because to my knowledge there are only 2 male mods. If you were referring to me, then who's in my fan club, Lu? I'm guessing you're not filling out the application to become a member? I'll give you a solid discount on the yearly membership dues. I give him a B. So far my complaints are his horrible picks for his cabinet (all small political stuff until it comes to treasury secretary/tax cheat Tim Geither.......read here to see where Geither pledges to crack down on tax cheats: Geithner Says U.S. Financial Rescue ?Might Cost More? (Update4) - Bloomberg.com), and the fact that he passed the budget with all the earmarks, despite earlier campaign promises that he'd reject them. I would have at least liked him to send the bill back and admonish the congress to take some pork out. So, kinda petty stuff, but he could have done better. A solid B.

Hi there cangell. I just replied to another new member from Austin who goes by the name of KMCD. Perhaps you should do a member search and contact her. Also, you can pose your question in the "doctors and fills" section of lapbandtalk.