DANDY75

Hi all, I haven't been online all summer and need your help. I just got back from a trip back east for my sister wedding and I haven't lost a lb. in several weeks. The only good news is I didn't gain either. I have had 3 fills and think I'm at my sweet spot. Some things are easier to eat then others, meats I find hard to go down, it actually hurts sometimes and takes awhile to go down. Maybe I'm eating to fast and not chewing enough, I also catch myself having a sip of tea when I eat(bad), I started doing that when I was back in NJ. Also, is it normal to be able to eat more than 4oz at a time, depending on what I eat sometimes I can eat a lot more then just 4oz. Now that I'm back home I have been trying to get back on track, it's not easy especially since we got back my husband has been laid off and under foot all the time, I love having him around, but he is messing up my routine. I guess what I need is a few words of encouragement. Thank you all for letting me vent.

Hi all, Just touching base, I am still not sure if I will be in town to make this months get together. I really would like to meet all of you and get your support. I could use some input on how to get past this stand still I'm at on the scale. I'm not gaining, but I'm not loosing anything either. I should know in the next few days if I'll be able to make it on the 27th.

Hi everyone, Sorry I didn't make it to the August get together at PF Changs, I got back from New Jersery the night of the 15th, had a great time, but when we got back to Henderson I found out my husband had been laid off. Needless to say I wasn't thinking about meeting up with everyone and never tought to cancel. Hope to be able to join you in September. I'll keep in touch. Carol

Way to go Yvonne:huggie:, after my second fill I'm starting to loose again. I know my clothes are fitting better and I have a lot more energy. Can't wait to meet you guys next month, I'm really looking forward to it. Looks like everyone had a great time.

Hi Yvonne, I will be there, the timing is perfect I get back from NJ on the night of the 15th. :tt1: I really felt bad:frown: I had to miss this weeks meeting on such short notice, I was looking forward to it, so count me in for Aug. 16th. :tongue_smilie:

Hi beckbat, I was banded 4/21 by Dr Atkinson, all my pre-op stuff was done thru my primary care doctor and was covered by insurance. The surgery and post op with Dr. Atkinson was $16,000 total. My insurance would only cover $5000, so I had to pay $11,000, this covered the doctor and the hospital stay for one nite. Hope this helps.:thumbup:

Hi, Just back from a long visit w/my family in NJ. I tried to add my stats to the spread sheet with no luck, not sure what I did wrong if someone can help. My 2month out is 188/21. My first fill was June 9th and I really didn't feel any restrication, I just had my second fill on 7/7, so far so good. I have a little more restriction and lost 2 more lbs. I'll check back later since I have alot of catching up to do with reading everything that has been going on for the last month or so.

Hi, Just back from New Jersey, can't wait to meet you all, got the message from mominlv yesterday. Really need this support group after my 2 week visit to NJ. Between my mothers 80th and a graduation party, I did ok, stayed the same. No gain and No loss, had my first fill the week before I left and had absolutely no restriction. Go for my second fill tomorrow and I hope this time I feel a little restriction if not a lot.

Hi Acactusflower, Thanks for the friendship request, I was posting on another thread, glad I found this one. Meeting at the :coffee:Coffee bean at the District sounds great, but as you already know I will be back east the 18th thru the 2nd of July for my Moms 80th B'day I'll try to keep in touch with you ladies while I'm away, if not I will let you all know when I get back. And usually any day of the week is good for me, just let me know.

Hi Bobbil, I was also banded on 4/21 and down 16lbs the first 6 weeks, at first I thought it should be more but then again I didn't gain it over night. My doctor was also happy with my loss. Since my first fill I have dropped a few more and my energy level is awesome. And that does count for something.

Dawgfan, How proud you must be of your nephew, Give him a big THANK YOU from me and my family for keeping us safe. I will keep him along with the rest of our troops in my prayers.

Hi Mary, My name is Carol from Hendrson, I was banded 4/21, by Dr. Atkinson in LV, hope your surgery went well. I just stumbled on this thread today and thought I would say hi. Carol

Sharon, By the way, good luck on the 27th, I'll be in New Jersey. Just wanted you to know you'll be in my thought and prayers. Carol

Hi Sharon, my name is Carol and I also live in Henderson. I was banded the 21st of April, would love to an informal social support group. I am going out of town on the 18th of this month and won't be back until July 3rd. Going back east for my Mothers 80th birthday. I will be checking the thread from their so let me know how it progresses. Carol

Wow, I just notice this thread, hope you don't mind me jumping in. I was banded 4/21/08 by Dr. Atkinson and it was the best thing I have ever done. I'm down 18lbs and have more energy. I have not been to any of the SWCC support group meatings, mainly because I hate driving over to the other side of the world. I'm in Henderson and to go over to the Meadows Mall in the evening is just not what I like to do. One of these days I will get over there because I know the support would be a plus. Going out of town till July 2nd so maybe when I get back I will make it my priority. I also think a social gathering is great, and the District is such a nice place. And as far as car pooling to SWCC goups let me know, When I get back from the east coast(visiting my family) I would be more than happy to give it a try. Carol