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Thanks svelt. I hope your story doesn't go any further into the community. Tomato soup sounds wonderful right now...hope your chest pains are getting better. Happy early birthday! ...and maybe you could go out with the friends just for drinks (you could find something appropriate to drink), or maybe now that soup is on the menu you could call ahead and make sure they have one you could eat? So sorry about all the funerals. BTW- I tried to find the book you mentioned, but couldn't...and who would read my ramblings LOL! Good luck and let me know how you're doing.

This is really interesting...please let us know what happens. I have greek yogurt sitting in the fridge already waiting for my mushie stage.

Katie, Are you sure you're getting in enough calories and Protein? Do what your doc recommends, but I'm supposed to have no less than 1000 cals. and 64gr. off protein minimum or you'll go into 'starvation mode' and stop losing weight. Also remember that many gain a little when they first go back to food, it's very normal. Wow! My doc won't give us another fill for awhile after as they say a fill can take a week-10 days to 'kick in'. I've never figured out why this is, but I've seen many on this site talk about it. Let us know what happens!

Please call your surgeon NOW! You should NOT be throwing up daily...this is NOT normal. This is bad for your new band and can cause complications when done repeatedly. Continured vomiting can also make your stoma swell which will cause more vomiting and problems. Please call them today and let them know what's going on. It could be as simple as what you're eating, how fast you're eating it, or how much you've chewed it, but they can help you determine what to do and they may want you to go back to liquids for a few days. Please let us know how you're doing! Best wishes! -BG

Well, it was a looooooong weekend, but I’ve finally collapsed into a chair. Everything went really well…couldn’t have been better and my chest pain is much better, only a deep breath hurts now. The dinner party for DD’s college graduation was a hit (I can’t believe I don’t have any juicy stories to tell). My side of the family arrived right after lunchtime (DH’s side was already here), and so we had all the appetizers (I made) and drinks then moved everything outside. The weather couldn’t have been better…it was supposed to be off/on rain and 50’s, but it was sunny and in the high 60’s, so we were able to enjoy the outdoors and some activities (Frisbee, bocce, badmitton, baggo, etc.; and I was able to sneak in and clean up the mess before round II). I was chugging down the Special K20 protein water to help me get through all the food porn. One of my sister’s thought I was drinking red wine out of a, as she laughingly called it ‘sippy cup’ (plastic mug with a lid). Twice when I’ve been at fancy family events (while dressed in white) I’ve dribbled red wine down the front of me, and no, I'm not a lush...just a clutz (I didn’t correct her…let her think it was wine). The caterer arrived on time with huge amounts of yummy (I’m told) foods…I could SO get used to someone cooking for me. The head hunger was hard and with that amount available, I didn’t just want ‘a bite’ a wanted ‘a big honking plate full’. At one point I was standing in front of that enormous amount of goodies thinking ‘What the heck did I do?’, but my next thought was ‘I’ve finally done something that will help me and I just need to provide a smidgen of willpower, especially until the Sweet Spot.’ It worked out really well that it was a buffet and there were so many people that they were eating in several rooms. I ran around making sure everyone was taken care of, refilling drinks, etc. Another sis was helping me out and kept commenting that she wasn’t going to eat until I sat down to eat and took a break (uh, oh…I’m on liquids and no one knows about the LB). Luckily I got called away so I told her to go ahead and I’d join her in a minute. I was holding my breath that I’d get through this party unnoticed. In all the commotion no one noticed that I didn’t eat… …WHEW! My family saw me at Easter so they knew I’d been trying to lose weight so I had some questions/comments about how I was doing. I gave my pat “eating half as much to be half as big” and “lifestyle change, slow loss” answers. So now everyone knows I’m on my way down (yet again) and they won’t be shocked to see more weight loss the next time we see them. I’m so glad it all went smoothly! At one point I remember we were watching the DVD I had made for DD’s HS graduation with pics of her growing up set to music (some there hadn’t seen it). I looked over at DD and she was smiling from ear to ear, laughing and chatting up all the memories with both sides of our family…it was all worth it. The actual graduation was today and most of the company had long drives home, so they couldn’t attend (it’s 3 hours round trip drive to the college). The group that went set out in cold, cloudy weather (I’m not complaining after yesterday’s wonderful weather). We were wondering if the outdoor ceremony would be cancelled (we only had 2 parent tickets if we had to move indoors). It did start drizzling as we drew near, but they held it anyway. We did OK with our umbrellas and rain ponchos wrapped over our legs. DD was all smiles as she received her diploma then walked right in front of us back to her seat (click, click, click…cameras whirling). We went to lunch and I’d forgotten to bring some liquids that I can have (I’m going to have to be better about planning things). I winged it and made due with an iced tea and a large bowl of chicken noodle soup (well, just the broth). In the afternoon we attended the Business college (International Studies was at the same time so she had to choose one to go to) special ceremony which was indoors (of course by now it was beautiful outside). We made the drive home and now I’ve about passed out (so sorry for the boring stilting writing…I’m only half here). I probably over-did it this weekend (I kept finding myself bending over…not a good thing, and not taking anything stronger than Tylenol made for a somewhat painful weekend), but tomorrow I’ll try to rest up. Thank you all for your support, I truly was thinking of you as I was trying to overcome the head hunger and sneaking in my protein shakes…if you can do this, so can I! zzzzzz.....

WHOOOO HOOOOO!!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! Hired on the spot...you're a superstar!!! What a GREAT job too!!! I'm so happy for you!!!! Can't wait to see pics of you in all your new skinny duds. Maybe you'll even get some embroidery work on the side too! After the rain there's always sunshine! Hope you're feeling better too! ((happy hugs)) -BG

I'm allergic to these too. It's actually the adhesive I'm allergic to (doesn't matter if it's made of latex or paper). Try the 3-M brand ones in the future (band-aids and first aid tape)...I seem to do better with some of these. Katie- Click HERE and scroll down to post 128 for instructions on the sig. And for all of you with the pains after eating- I didn't see anyone mention how long they are taking to eat, so I wanted to make sure this isn't causing this. My doc recommends 6 meals during the mushie stage and each small meal should take about 20-30 min. to eat.

Great attitude! Keeping so busy will really help to 'speed things up'...got my fingers crossed for that PCP waiver!

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'I don't let myself eat anything' maybe you're not eating enough calories and your body is in starvation mode? Third times a charm!

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I'm officially in Bandster Hell..less than 1.5 weeks out. Broke my clears/skim milk diet with 2 protein shakes yesterday. Company is here (it's early and no one is awake) and I've been cooking/serving up all kinds of good foods (while trying to keep it a secret that I'm not eating-so far, so good). The smells/sights of all the foods is driving me crazy!

Alright 1 vote! And what, no comments about the 'big hair'?!! It was the 80's, what can I say.

Somehow mine got dropped off... :thumbup: Bunny Banster's July 4th Challenge Bunny's name ------ Bunny's target loss --- Bunny's start weight --- Current date --- Bunny's Current weight --- Bunny's target July 4 weight PharmaGirl ----------------- 20lb --------------------- 276lb ---------------- 1 May --------------------- 276lb ---------------------- 256lb NY Lady -------------------- 20lb --------------------- 253lb ---------------- 1 May --------------------- 253lb ---------------------- 233lb Lingling--------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JayTee---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? MrsMitch -------------------- 25lb -------------------- 242lb ------------------- 1 May ------------------ 242lb -------------------- 217lb ALuv82---------------------- 35lb ------------------ 297.5 -------------------- 1 May ------------------- 297.5 ------------------------ 262.5 Band_Groupie -------------- 15lb ------------------- 218 lbs ------------------- 1 May ------------------- 218lbs ------------------------- 213lbs Kaner ----------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Scoobydoo ------------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? TerriLynne ------------------ 15lb --------------------- 296 -------------------- 1 May --------------------- 296 -------------------------- 281 Hopeful41411 --------------- 18lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? IsabellaP84 ----------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Hannah Jay ----------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JWL08 ---------------------- 18lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Abbie-pie ------------------- 30lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Poconomom -----------------20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? myturn2Bhappy ------------- 30lb --------------------288 ------------------ 1 May --------------------288--------------------258 DMChef --------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? FutureSize10 ---------------- 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Doodlebug11 ---------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? tcbgirl ----------------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? twinmamma1130 ------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? mi_illusion_st ----------------15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? kittygirl --------------------- 22lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JukeBox81782 -------------- 40lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Losing for me -------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Early ----------------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? labbandgirl2009 ------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Pottergirl------------------- 20lb--------------------- 280lb ----------------- 1 May------------------- 280lb ------------------- 260lb shakia90 ------------------ 20lb --------------------- 285 -------------------1 May --------------------- 285 ----------------------- 265 txdj ----------------------- 20lb---------------------- ? ---------------------1 May --------------------- ? --------------------------- ? ThinWithin ------------------20lb---------------------- ? ---------------------1 May --------------------- ? --------------------------- ? Help1977-----------------20lb----------------------251.8-------------------1 May----------------------251.8-------------------231.8

Welcome to LBT and come join us on the April '09 Bandsters forum right HERE on LBT. There are over 350 April people at the same stage you are. (Look for the thread that says 'Dates Only' to join in, then start posting). Best Wishes! -BG

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I always love how educational your blogs are...I always learn something new! The graph is a great idea! Keep it up! -BG

Good ones! You'll be able to check all of those off, plus some!!

D#*M!!! I wish this had started last week because I'd be DONE LOL...I lost 17 pounds this week! 10.5 was a gain right after surgery, so I really only lost 6.5, and I'm still on the clear liquid/skim milk diet...here's hoping I can keep losing when I move to mushies in a few weeks!

218 Today 199 First Goal- Onederland! I believe you have all my other info., but PM me if you need something. 17 pound loss! Well, not really...remember I was 2 days post-op last weigh in and 10.5 pounds heavier than right before surgery (IV fluids I'm sure). So, it's more like 6.5...and I'm on a clear liquid/skim milk diet. But 17 sounds wonderful...it will definitely be my record week for this whole journey LOL! I get to chop off another head (here's hoping I don't have to sew it back on when I move to mushies in a few weeks!).

Hi there! Are you on mushies yet, or what poiint in your post-op diet are you?

Cool analogy! You're almost there! -BG

You poor thing!!! I was wondering where you went. Sure NOW you tell me about the whole 'chest pain' code words LOL! We'll have to compare bruises, but you win (OK not) on the 4 days!!! Holy cow that's a whole lot of testing!!! I thought they woke you up a lot on the bariatric floor...cardiac was an endless stream of people and 'bleeping' sounds everywhere! How are you feeling now?? Do you think it was all the stress you've been under? I hope you're catching up on your sleep now! What great news!! Both of you have interviews!!! Sounds like things are finally turning back around! And 'Trend Teacher' you've got that hands down! Have a great weekend and celebrate all the good news; heart's OK, both have interviews, you lost five pounds! Life is good again! Oh, and I highly recommend the long sleeve shirt (yes, I know it's FL, but maybe something gauzy-with embroidery?), and some foundation and small bandaids where needed, or they'll think you're a junkie. Well, that's my plan for tomorrow anyway...I'll let you know if it works. If I can fool 2 nurses and a Dr. (parents) then you'll be golden! Feel better! -BG

I fell asleep for 2 hours while taking a break...and I NEVER have been able to take naps. Rest: 'check' LOL! Thanks Linda!

I hate you all! Just kidding. That's really great! I know we all react differently.