daqui26

this thread is so helpful to me, im glad you all are still posting on it

my dr and i did not discuss a goal weight...im glad too because his goal weight for me might not be what i want for myself. someone has in their siggy that their goal weight is not a number but a feeling. after im under 200lbs i'll see what that feel likes. i haven't been there in years.

i like the idea of weigh-ins, im ok with anyday

thanks to all who have responded so far...im sure there will be more posts to come i know im not cheating but to be told that was like wow thats how you see me...i thought i was trying to get healthy. there's lots of ppl who have the band and still weigh the same if not more. i know i still have to work and change my eating...its a lifestyle change. :thumbdown:

that made me smile

welcome more than likely most of us are on pre-op diet...how is that going for you?

you know i wondering if the overweight people who say these things are a little jealous.....maybe envious is a better word. i know years ago i said i would never have surgery but i think deep down i was not brave enough to do it yet. maybe thats how she and others feel. thanks for responding kristine

hi im in hewitt and i want to start a buddy walking group. if you are interested please come walk with me at the hewitt park. let me know if you are interested and we can setup a time. :frown:

:frown: well i was on the phone with my sister today and she was telling me about her loss so far from 318 to 289 which i think is great. anyway she said i have to start working harder so that you don't beat me since you are cheating. now she said this while laughing but i know in her mind im cheating. i just can't figure out why people think we are cheating. that could be why people keep their surgeries to themselves...to avoid other people's comments/opinions. i asked my husband abt it and he was like yeah it is cheating, i spent 30 mins (wasted time) trying to explain why i KNOW this is not cheating. So my question is deep down do you think you are cheating by getting the band? if i'm a cheater so be it...

Its great to hear abt all of the stories so far

i just started pre-op today...i've done these shakes off/on trying to prepare for the real deal. its here now and i will need support as others will during their pre-op. i just bought the magic bullet last night....share ideas, share anything pertaining to this diet. let's make this as easy as we possibly can.

almost forgot.....congrats on the sucessful surgery

i got tears in my eyes when i read that. it might seem cheesy and im not usually so emotional. i just really needed to see that at that moment. sometimes something so simple can really help someone. thx

hi i didnt think there was going to be many banding around the same time as me, im glad you all posted. i started official pre-op today and i go for testing tomorrow. my diet consists of 3-4 Protein shakes and veggies only no extras. im going to ask them if i can have the Jello, sf popsicles etc...hopefully those will be ok. other banders had them included in their pre-op diets. 14 days left.....i have wanted this day so bad and now that it here im a bundle of nerves lol.

well said freedom, i feel as if you were talking to me too

:smile:hi future july bander here just being nosey. congrats to you all on your success. daqui

hi like you i hate the shakes but i have been using Max Protein from GNC. it's light and is not hard to get down, no after taste either. 118 cals, 2 fat, 3 carbs, 22 protein per serving they have choc, van, straw, cook & cream- i've only tried choc if you go to gnc they will give you a sample before you buy....try to find one you like good luck:thumbup:

hi greytz im happy to hear that you had a safe surgery. we have recently kicked off our july banding so its good to hear stories from fellow banders to ease the nerves a little. happy losing daqui

hi please post your surgery stories here.

bump july 2 banders, how are you??

i figured i would give this july 2 thread a bump so that we can wish everyone safe surgeries on 7/2.

hi i wanted to start this because i know we all might have things we are buying for after our surgeries. i have a few things on my list like the gas-x, smaller utensils, sippy cup. what are you all buying? it might be something that someone can use but never thought about. thanks for sharing

i went to gnc yesterday and i found a shake that i actually like. its called max protein (blue jug). it comes in choc/van/straw/cookies & cream. i only have the choc for now. it was $40. to me it does not leave a nasty after taste and its not thick. i just put it in water for now. i'll try the unjury today for lunch. just wanted to share that in case anyone is still looking for something.

i went to GNC yesterday and i found a shake that i actually like. its called max Protein (blue jug). it comes in choc/van/straw/cookies & cream. i only have the choc for now. it was $40. to me it does not leave a nasty after taste and its not thick. i just put it in Water for now. i'll try the unjury today for lunch. just wanted to share that in case anyone is still looking for something. i bought a recliner yesterday, i've read on here that they are a little better for right after surgery. im going to start a thread on here for te tings people are buying for aftercare.

juniper this was a great idea july 1st banders i wish you all a safe and successful surgery, you will be in my thoughts as you are the first to kick off july for us. im tearing up as i type this...but im happy for you all and please come back as soon as you are feeling better to let us know how you are. good luck daqui :tongue2: