GiGiRN

Everyone is updated. I have been off the forums for awhile. Life is hectic right now and doesn't appear to be slowing down anytime soon. Keep posting and I will update but it may take me awhile. Sorry. Everyone keep up the great work. I am not weighing in this month as I am trying not to dwell on the scale. Gina

Hello, All, I got everyone updated! Great Job. YVONNEB3....I would be glad to add you to the spread sheet if you want me too. Hope all it well with each and every one of you! Gina

Wow, SingingDiva....you are really losing it! Good Job.

Don, I am having some issues with throwing up frequently. However, the past 10 days were pretty good until yesterday and yesterday anything I put into my mouth came back up. I have now correlated this to TOM. A week before and during I obviously get alot of swelling inside and this is causing it. It was very nice to have some "normalacy" for a couple of weeks. I also lost 5 lbs. in that time so I know that when I am able to eat my body doesn't think it is starving and holding on to that FAT! I am only going to eat Clear liquids for a couple of days and see if that helps. These bands seem to be very fickle. Talk later, Don! Gina

Don, Yes, that is WONDERFUL! You have this band thing down to a science. I have trouble eating many foods a lot of the time. It seems finding that right fill to hit your sweet spot is very hard. I am trying to decide if I need a bit of an unfill. I have 2.0 cc in a 4 cc band. I did better at the 1.6 level I think. I walk 4 miles 3 x week. Now that the weather (kansas) will be getting cooler, I will join a gym so I can circuit train. I see you do that so maybe I will see the pounds start to fall off as well!!! Keep up the wonderful job. Gina ;0)

Great Job to all.....I know if you are like me, you have more energy, self-esteem, and just feel better overall. Everyone is up to date as of today! Gina

Hey Guys and Gals, I do not know why but for whatever reason you all are having issues with being able to log in and update your form. It seems that google changed their format and this has made it difficult. I do not mind at all updating your weights so please just post them here and I will update every couple of weeks or so. You all are doing so well...keep up the great work. Gina

Everyone is updated!!!....and doing great. Keep posting and I will keep updating. Gina:thumbup:

OK. I finally got everyone updated that reported on this site. You are all doing wonderful. It is such an inspiration to see how well each person is doing. Big Dawg.....I want to see your picture! You are losing amazingly well! Gina

Don, You are doing GREAT! Congratulations. 75 pounds is absolutely awesome. I got you updated! Keep up the good work. Gina

Leslie, I got you updated!! Bea, It will always update you at the bottoms and I have to edit and move it up!! No problem. I just don't check this but on a monthly basis. Ya'll are doing great. Gina

OK...I think what you now have to do (since they removed the place to fill out form) is go to the MORE ACTIONS button....Click on it and then chose the option GO TO LIVE FORM. It will bring up the form to add your info here. Hopefully you can submit it then. I will continue to read the post to see if anyone is having trouble. Sorry about this. Good luck to you all. You all are doing great! Gina

Don, Not sure why you couldn't add anything??? I have posted your new loss. Great job!!!

OK EVERYONE.......Great Job to all. I believe I have everyone who has posted on here or on the spreadsheet itself updated as of today 5-27-08. If you have question about how to use the spread sheet just PM me anytime. I am only on here about once a week right now but i will eventually get back to you! Keep up the great work. GiGiRN (Gina)

Hey All, Everyone is doing so well. Keep up the good work. I will try to get this spread sheet updated at least once a week. Don't panic...everyone seems to be filling it out just right! I can fix anything if need be. Keep on losing. Gina

Mariah, I am doing well. I felt great the first 5 days and then I crashed....lots of gas pains! But got over it ok and now am doing well. I have lost 27 pounds so far. I need to update my signature but haven't got it done! Keep me posted on your progress.

HEY ALL, Sorry I have been off the boards for a short while. Life has been hectic. I believe that I have updated everyone on here who has posted or who had added themselves! I will keep updated. You can PM me if you would rather as the months go by and you are all losing!!! For once it feels great to be a loser.

Hi Ladies, I am back in the states and doing great so far. The healing has begun. I am having chest pressure from the gas but other than that it is not too bad. How about all of you? I can't wait to hear your stories. We must stick together! And BigBand....we will still consider you one of us!

Hey Ladies.....only a few more days. I am heading out tomorrow night to spend night at hotel then off in the early a.m. to Mexico! Can't wait, can't sleep! I will be thinking and praying for all of us on this day. May God bless you through your journey. April 3rd Rocks!

Tomorrow I will be leaving for Mexico for my surgery so I will be away until Sunday. If you are adding to the spread sheet I just want you to know that I will update when I get back -- just don't want you to think I forgot about it! Good Luck to everyone.

Great, Nikki....I am so happy for you. Good Luck and we will catch you on the boards. I am glad you got on the spreadsheet!!

KCV, If you are referring to the spread sheet, it adds to the bottom then I have to go in and move it to where it belongs! It is there now. Good Luck,

readytolose, Hello. Congratulations on getting your band date. This is a very exciting time for all. I am also getting banded on the 3rd in Mexico. I can not wait. I am ready to be done with the pre-op diet!!! Much Luck. Gina

I am going to Dr. Ortiz as well, but I am a week ahead of you. Keep in touch and good luck.

I will say that we all have come a long way to get to this point and we must remain positive a focused. Of course it is natural to worry. I really worry about post-op problems because I am self pay and if something goes wrong I figure my insurance will not cover anything related to the band. Just like others say, you must put your trust in God and believe he will walk with you through this journey. It is really neat to see all the support you can get from this board. God Bless you all,