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Hope you can 'catch up' this weekend! -BG

PLEASE CALL YOUR DOC NOW and get in today for a tiny unfill!!! You're definitely too tight and dehydration can be a very serious issue. This is NOT how you're to lose weight with the band. -BG

Strong emotions post-band are a common thing...some even go into depression, so keep an eye on it. You've waited and anticipated the surgery and now your in Bandster Hell and your mind is saying WTHeck? -BG

If you need a smile...today's blog: http://bandgroupiethesweetspot.blogspot.com/ Happy Weekend! -BG

If you need a smile...today's blog: http://bandgroupiethesweetspot.blogspot.com/ Happy Weekend! -BG

"I guess I should be very happy"...ummm YEAH!!! 65 lbs by your sixth month is AWESOME!! I celebrate every little pound I'll never see again. You're doing great!

I keep forgetting to mention to you guys that I moved my little blog over to it's own page...and gussyed it up! Come take a peek: THE SWEET SPOT

JT- ***Call your doc today and get in there for a tiny unfill...you don't want to end up in the ER, where they could nick your tubing or something, over the weekend! If you're having only liquids and the sliders you mentioned and are having problems you definitely need a small unfill...remember sometimes even a tiny, tiny bit can make a huge difference! The swelling can escalate quickly if you PB and you'll find yourself unable to swallow your own spit. Please call! PV- Thanks for the support girl! I had a great week after my plateau...163 today! 5 pounds until my 'goal range'...I can hardly wait!

Thanks so much girls! I'm still here and will continue supporting you! -BG

Awesome attitude girl! You're going to do great! Best wishes! -BG

Sarah, Thanks so much for the explanation...it helps us all to know more (well, at least me). The lesions make perfect sense now...and yes, your doc should have acted sooner...good for you for getting this fixed! Hope you're recovering well and on your way! Best wishes! -BG

Just a few new happenings... Last three blogs: - I finally got rid of that 1/2 lb. and am now a 'Normal' (yes, I'm NORMAL) BMI! - I had another 'brain dump' on yesterday's blog about getting close to goal. - Today's blog has a 'before' pic.... Come take a peek! http://bandgroupiethesweetspot.blogspot.com/

Just a few new happenings... Last three blogs: - I finally got rid of that 1/2 lb. and am now a 'Normal' (yes, I'm NORMAL) BMI! - I had another 'brain dump' on yesterday's blog about getting close to goal. - Today's blog has a 'before' pic.... Come take a peek! http://bandgroupiethesweetspot.blogspot.com/

Cold feet is normal. You'll do great as long as you do your part...the band isn't a quick fix, but it will be there to help you along the way if you learn to work with it. Best wishes! -BG

Thinking of you today! Keep us posted and good luck! -BG

Thinking of you...keep us posted! -BG

67 lbs. and 30" is awesome!!! Great job!! You'll get to goal soon! -BG

WOOT! Great WL! And I officially hate you...LOL one fill and you've got restriction!!! You're one lucky gal...keep it up! -BG

Wish I had that scale...I get off so excited about the number I saw then back on and the number is always higher....kiss your scale LOL! -BG

WELCOME TO LBT! I lost about 30 pounds the first three months, but some of that was clothing weight (a weigh in with the doc, vs. at home). Many even gain during the first three months as most people don't have any restriction until they have several fills. My WL was all me during that period as I didn't have restriction until the third fill. Best wishes! -BG

WELCOME to LBT and congrats on getting started! For most insurance co. you're expected to be a failure at the WL program (only lose 5-10 lbs., but do NOT gain), but ask the insurance expert at your surgeon's office as they deal with them all the time. Do NOT go below the 40 BMI until after approval. Best wishes ! -BG

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Nope, can't spin (broke my tailbone 3x...clutz). DD and I are going to try some different classes next month at the rec. center....see what we like. -BG

Sorry about the new page. You have to either create a Google account (or I think there are other choices) or you can just bookmark the page and then chose anonymous if you want to comment...and type in your sig. Let me know if you're still having problems with it...I'm a computer ditz, so this has been a whole new adventure for me! -BG

YAY 180!!! WTG Girl!! -BG