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OMG Debbie I would be PISSED! As it is I ended up gettign banded a day late (so yesterday) On the day of my surgery I got a call at 6:30 asking me where I was...my scheduled check in time was 9:30 so I was totally confused. THEY CHANGED THE SCHEDULE BUT NEVER TOLD ME!!! So my surgery was supposed to be at 7:30AM. GRR. So I booked down there and they cancelled me. I ran home grabbed my paperwork and went to the surgeons office where I demanded to speak to the office manager and that I wasnt leaving until I had a new appointment within the next 24hours. I took the week off from work, the fuck up was theirs not mine so I wasnt going to let them reschedule me for 2 months later we were DOING THIS TODAY OR TOMORROW! Amazing what someone will do when you confront them on their screw up in person. I was sceduled for surgery for yesterday at 11:45. So today I am home, sore but happy. I glad I demanded and didnt back down. I hope things work out for you. Just dont let them move your date again. Seriously put your foot down, but whatever you do dont mention lawyers, they shut down and your surgery will be put off indefinitely. (My mom works in a doctors office she gave me pointers on how to work them) I am sorry to hearabout your delay, truly I am, but just wait and see how rewarding it is when its all done. Youll be sore and tired but Ive never felt more brave or satisfied with a decision Ive made in my entire life. Best of luck Debbie, please know you can always drop me a line to bitch or get some moral support. Youre almost there.

Hey there everyone. How's it going? Im pre op dieting. God I miss food. Im not sure if Im supposed to but Ive been replacing one of my shakes with some chicken broth just so I feel like Im having dinner. How are the banded doing? I bet sore. But Im definitely excited for you! Keep us posted.

i had to attend a nutrition class before i could get approved for surgery. after completeing the class they gave me the card. It says: "Comprehensive Weight Loss Management (thats the name of the program Im getting surgery through) 'This person is a patient of the Comprehensive Weight Management Program who has had bariatric surgery. The surgery reduces the size of the stomachto a half cup capacity. Please allow this person to order from the appetizer, children's or senior menu, in that small sizes are critical to care. Thank you.'" Now my fiance and I usually go to the same few restaurants and the people there know us pretty well so I havent had to use it yet. But the seniors menu is pretty decent and usually has healthy options. If your surgeon didnt give you one after surgery ask them for one when you go in for a fill or make one for yourself, the card I have is just a business card. I laminated it to make it look a little more official.

haha thanks fro the compliment but i just used premade tickers. and plugged in my numbers. easy breezy mac and cheesy.

Hi Im actually in the middle of the master cleanse right now. I am pre surgery though. You not only drink the lemonade but you drink a laxative tea at night and do a saline flush in the morning. Im doing it to cleanse my liver before surgery. The liver and kidneys process toxins in the body and when its overloaded with chemicals and antibiotices from your food it stores it in your fat so as you lose fat you release the toxins back into your body. Im hoping to eliminate the toxins BEFORE losing the weight. so my body liver and kidneys can focus on getting the fat out haha. but mostly because its good for your skin and other organs in the body. Im not hungry but I crave foods...talk about the epitome of weight gain. Eating not because your hungry but siply because you WANT something. haha. Im learning alot about myself. As for after surgery my only concern might be dehydration during the flush. Otherwise I dont see why you COULDNT do it.Hope this helped.

its so great that there are so many of us samauri out there. i feel like i have so many new sisters and brothers. :cursing: im getting so excited! im sure my nerves will set in but right now im too excited to be nervous.thanks gg for updating the list and in such a nice table. You rock!

hye u gotta have something that inspires and motivates you. if its a banner thats cool. but even if that wasnt the intent the time u spent on ur banner shows the pride in ur decision which is definitely admirable. i only wish i had a similar talent.

Wow! Kristylynn thats some banner! Nice!

Lets try this again NAME....................DATE....................GOAL(# lbs to lose) gg2007.......................9/1 a2bachik.....................9/2 ~patty~b...................9/2....................135 health4life...................9/2....................129 Christina......................9/3....................164 Denvergirl....................9/3....................70 Noosgirl.......................9/3 Bubblyblonde................9/3 Ginarf..........................9/3....................68 Kiz..............................9/4....................85 Bluezbandit..................9/4....................114 Annarach....................9/4 Jetblue61215................9/4 Angelwhispers...............9/4...................105 Regang30....................9/4....................108 Roland130....................9/5 Flirtylass......................9/5 Janice818....................9/5 Keleka.........................9/8....................105 Aprilapple....................9/9 Debduck......................9/9....................87 Florn...........................9/10 Slabenne.....................9/11 Paisleydaisy..................9/11 Mommie of 4.................9/15....................84.5 Tamihott......................9/15 Hopelives124.................9/16 Fatmommyslim...............9/17 Lilysmommy...................9/17....................122 Lenore1890...................9/17....................150 Brockbabe82..................9/18 Debbieperez55................9/19....................102 Mdargen........................9/24 Littlesweet....................9/24 Hawki14........................9/25 Msv529.........................9/29 Cthomas........................9/30 ok its still messy but maybe more readable. haha

Hey guys I took it upon myself to update the list. Sorry if I stepped on anyones toes here. I also took the goals from people's tickers. If I missed you Im sorry. Also tally I couldnt find your date. feel free to add yourself NAME DATE GOAL(# lbs to lose) gg2007 9/1 a2bachik 9/2 ~patty~b 9/2 135 health4life 9/2 129 Christina 9/3 164 Denvergirl 9/3 70 Noosgirl 9/3 Bubblyblonde 9/3 Ginarf 9/3 68 Kiz 9/4 85 Bluezbandit 9/4 114 Annarach 9/4 Jetblue61215 9/4 Angelwhispers 9/4 105 Regang30 9/4 108 Roland130 9/5 Flirtylass 9/5 Janice818 9/5 Keleka 9/8 105 Aprilapple 9/9 Debduck 9/9 87 Florn 9/10 Slabenne 9/11 Paisleydaisy 9/11 Mommie of 4 9/15 84.5 Tamihott 9/15 Hopelives124 9/16 Fatmommyslim 9/17 Lilysmommy 9/17 122 Lenore1890 9/17 150 Brockbabe82 9/18 Debbieperez55 9/19 102 Mdargen 9/24 Littlesweet 9/24 Hawki14 9/25 Msv529 9/29 Cthomas 9/30 sorry its so mess this is hard to line up haha.

Awesome goals, and even better gifts to self! Indiana to Ohio? No good doctors in Indiana? Or health insurance complications? So would you be coming ove r to the U.S.??? Where??? I think a cruise would be awesome. Sign me up. I havent been on a real vacation in forever...unless you count camping in the next state over where I can wear baggy clothes and hide out around the fire. Id love to show off my new shape someplace warm with others who have been on the same journey. The second is coming up...you must be so psyched! Have you started your liquid diet yet?

Thanks! I shouldve guessed it was so easy. (the banner thing that is) Im totally excited about my band day. Its going to be my second birthday from here on out! Except other people wont buy me presents ill buy them for myself and theyll have to be new clothes to fit my new figure :biggrin: Of course i dont celebrate for a year, but this year my present IS the surgery) haha Im so lame I know. but hey this is something hard thats going to change my life. so what are people's goals??? mine is to lose 150 and to look smokin hott in my wedding dress this may of course health and longevity also where is every one at? im in massachusetts. I mean hey if were all in the same boat that leaves port in the same month we should get to know each other so we can be the best supportive team we can be.

I got a call this morning and Im APPROVED!!! Surgery date: 9/17!!! HORRAH!:Banane37: How do I get the September Samauri banner???

i have the 1,2,3, and 4 ive never done the 1mile...but i do love them i just wish that she would stop TALKING! id rather hear the music...and i think her laugh is annoying...but i try to block it out haha.

hi everyone what kind of results are you guys who have the acti-trainer having? how many pounds have you lost since starting to use it?

how long does your bugg go before you need to replace the battery???

Hi Jennifer and Jamie. Welcome to the 20's thread. Jennifer how exciting to be so close to your potential band date. I still have a few hoops to jump through first. But I think its looking like July for me. Jamie 30lbs thats great! Keep up the good work! And youll find the right person for you when the time is right. Usually when your not looking I know that sounds cliche but Ive always found it to be true.

Thanks for sharing Marine. I know its crazy but one of my closest friends had the surgery and she suggests flapping your arms like a chicken to get the gas out. She also said she experienced no shoulder pains from gas like other people in her support group had who hadnt "flapped". Im hopefully joining you in the banded world shortly! Be well!

hey there guys. its looking like it might be july for me too. i havent been able to find a july 08 bandsters thread anyone know if one has been started yet???

First let me apologise for not being on since friday. Im moving and its crazy and I had 2 doctors appointments and a support group meeting yesterday. Looks like Im on track for getting my band in July. Sorry I didnt get a chance to wish you luck before your surgery. I hope its going well for you and I cant wait to hear about how your journey is progressing. How long are you out of work for? Are you in any pain? How do you feel?

Yea! I can finally put up some loss. I hope its easier after getting banded. Its looking like early to mid-July for me. hehe VERY EXCITING!!! :wink2: Name....Current....Goal....Lost....Still to Lose by July 4th atallen06...........231........215.......0......16 Bea1129.............231........200......5.5.....25.5 BigBandFan..........296........270.......0......26 Epm316..............230........200.......5......30 erikadawn...........217........190.......0......27 faithmd.............302.1......300.......7.3....2.1(by6/21) Hastings............253........228.......0......25 KarenG..............174........160.......0......14 kathystrick.........318........288.......0......30 kellygirl0520.......236........220.......0......16 legster.............188........180.......9......8 Lenore1890..........263.4......247.......4.3....15.7 Leslie2Lose.........226........208.......7......18 LessNLess...........149........140.......2.......9 Lilmissband-aid.....240........225.......7.5....15 Luu2008.............215........185.......0......30 luvinke.............217........190.......4......23 Marissa's Mom.......388........358.......0......30 MollyMolly..........197........188.......7......9 nancy52.............197........170.......0......27 Nettie..............193........170.......0......23 Newhope4me..........173.8......160.....3.2......13.8 njudono............ 298........277...... 5......21 NukeChik............235........222.......7......13 nurse7263...........244........150.......0......24 renewedhope.........193........170.......4......23 Sades...............196........185.......1......11 Sunshine2...........179........160.......4......15 (by6/29) Suzzzie. ...........273........260.......0......13 Tess415.............327........299.......5......30 TexasFire67.........170........145.......0......25 Wombat712...........132.2......120.......3.6....12.2

Hi Kayla. Sounds like your job is tough but rewarding. Loks like youre doing well with your weightloss so far. Awesome. :thumbup:

Hi Marine that must be so exciting! Getting banded on Tues! Gotta say Im a wee bit jealous. I cant wait to be banded. But Ive been researching the process for like 5 years so I guess waiting a few more months cant hurt. r u nervous at all? will u be keeping us posted???

Congrats!!! Thats pretty huge. I know I havent gotten there yet but my number thats hard for me to get under is 198. And I havent seen that in 5 years or so. Im at 268 now. So I feel your pain. You can do this and you will do this and youll be surprised at how easy it will be. Once again congrats!!!

Hey Chocolate. I want to say that I feel your pain. When I dated, and pathetically I used online dating services, instead of trying to meet people in real life, because I got to pretend for a little while that guys were interested in me for my mind or for who I was. When I met them in person they would offer either pity sex or ask for me to do things for them without being willing to return the favor. Im not sure which was worse. Or that I felt like that was the best I could get. Thank goodness for life intervening. Im now happily engaged. If it happened for me. I KNOW IT WILL HAPPEN FOR YOU!!! How brave are you to put yourself out there. You rock! Any guy would be the luckiest man on earth to get you! YOU ARE SEXY!