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5'4" I am going for 130lbs. Seems crazy but doeable.

Hey, hang in there. Life seems to throw curve balls at us all the time. If I can do anything to help, please pm me. Take care.

Amy, Hang in there. Like you, I've been involved with someone for the past 5 years. I love this person but I can not take the ambivalence I've experienced in our relationship. I am not married but very committed. As of this week, my relationship is over. I was cheated on. I am tired of being used and feeling like a doormat. I hope to meet someone who will treat me like gold. It's hard right now but in the long run, you will be a better person and much stronger. I'll be thinking of you. Take care of yourself first. Jennifer

Just checking in. I am down to 219. I think it's time for me for a fill.

Just checking...220lbs! Only 20 more to go before onederland!!! I am so excited!

5'4" and I am going to get to 130 -140.

Wow, Emilee, you look great! I want that program. Just checking in...now 222. Hope everyone is doing well!!

Hi everyone, I finally found this thread! I was quickly reading over the posts and everyone seems to be doing well. i would agree quinine for the leg cramps but I would suggest some blood work to determine the deficiency. Your doctor could then detemine what supplement to take. Good luck! For me, I am doing just fine. I have lost lost 32 lbs since beginning the pre-op diet and I am in a mushy food stage right now progressing to solid foods this week. I am exercising but I am going to get to my bike this week and head out for some fresh air and pretty scenery! Everyone, keep up the good work! Take care.

Checking in...today 226! that's 32 lbs total!!!!

I followed their pre-op diet of Optifast for 4 weeks. They have a fairly strict outline of dieting. I did well on the pre-op and now am doing well on the post-op. I just just started mussy foods this week after liquids for about 2 weeks. I am 3 weeks out from the surgery.

Posting my loss for this week. Start 258, now 231. Down 27lbs!!!! I would love to show my before and after pics...maybe when I'm down 50 lbs. Everyone is doing such a good job!

I just had surgery with Dr. Bour on May 8th. The band was MY only choice and I am not displeased in any way. I did have to stress that the band was the only option for me. If you have any questions, let me know! PS Welcome to the board!

Good luck 3Loves! We know you'll do great!

Current 233 - 4 lbs this week!

Down to 237!!!!

I just had my surgery May 8th. Arrived 9:30, home by 3:00Pm. Mild discomfort and controlled by pain meds. Walked around that day but mostly slept. Next day got up and moved around. Off pain meds Wednesday and drove. Felt good! Back to work by Monday and feeling very good! It's really not that bad. Good luck!

Wow!!!! What an inspiration. I am just starting(banded 1 week ago) and weigh approximately the same as you did when started. Incredible!!! I agree with Susan, please share your secrets! PS. Please post before and afters!!!

I was banded a week ago Monday. I fell fine except for some gas! I've doing my routine activity and today I went to the golf driving range and hit some golf balls. (I was bored) I feel fine afterwards except for some arm and hip soreness. Did i do too much??? Could I have caused a slippage? Like I said, I feel perfectly fine but now I feel guilty??

I was banded 1 week ago. I've lost weight, feel alot better and am returning to work tomorrow. Believe me, I know how you feel! good luck tomorrow! it will be over soon and then onto the best part...losing!

Congratulations! I was banded on Monday and am feeling well. I stopped all pain meds, have been getting in my protein liquids and now I am bored being at home! Good luck on the flight home!

Good luck everyone! I was banded Monday and feel pretty good!!! Good luck!

They told me I could drive after 24 hours. I did go to the store about 3 miles away. I had to get my haircut this morning and my sister-in-law drove me. I do feel better but don't want to over do it!

Reporting in on the band side now! 244lbs. Yeah! almost 9 lbs in 1 week!

Thanks! I've been sipping and trying to get all my portein in. Liquid diet orders are to drink 1 ounce every 15 minutes while awake. I do have some gas pains but it's going away. I'll try to walk today and I am going to drive to the store. This is pretty cool....

It's over and I have officially made it to bandland! I had my surgery yesterday May 8th and I am totally excited. I managed to get up and walk around today. I did nap most of the afternnon because I took some drugs, otherwise I am doing well. I just took a shower and feel pretty good. I just wanted to thank everyone for the well wishes! I'll be keeping you all updated...