PharmaGirl

Hi everyone, Don't forget the July 4th challenge for the bunny bandsters. If you'd like to participate, please go HERE. Yet another updated list (updated: 4pm, 24 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall, kishaadamshall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84, fengshui Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2, JudyLynn, jannyboo Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj, twinmamma1130 Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506, bsivley Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22, FutureSize10 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92, HIS4EVER, Brand_New_Me, tpoth Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman, cbergstrom,phattat Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, delacruz64, Mbea Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun, maddoggy2665, barchedm Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC, donnaty, Grazia, Hally, DaveTownsend Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent, indiandiva, Rumbera55, redhead722 Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination, lovelyolemiss, Vinca Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild, Woobeesmom, verag Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me, lapband_AP-redo Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane, txdj, Dianem Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY, eak7615, pjop Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402, eriden6222, beckyc Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123, A New Outlook, Wanttolose Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980, finallyready@51, cjgibson79, pspmtnac April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Hey BG! Have been thinking of you along with countless others I'm sure. We've been waiting with bated breath for your blog instalment. Hope your travelling well and looking forward to more of your posts when you're feeling better. I feel as though I've been kicked by a mule but I'm surviving. Like you, I have a weak stomach so Maxolon and pain relievers are currently my best friends. Your DH is a sweetheart for posting a little blog entry.

Re: Independence Day challenge for Bunny Bandsters 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 --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? NY Lady -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May ----------------------? ------------------------- ? Lingling--------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JayTee---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? MrsMitch -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? ALuv82---------------------- 30lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Band_Groupie -------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Kaner ----------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Scoobydoo ------------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? TerriLynne ------------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? 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 -------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? DMChef ---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? FutureSize10 ---------------- 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Doodlebug11------------------20lb----------------------?----------------------1 May----------------------?----------------------------? tcbgirl -----------------------15lb----------------------?----------------------1 May----------------------?----------------------------? twinmamma1130---------- --20lb----------------------?----------------------1 May----------------------?----------------------------?

Home now. Sam, you're right - The nursing care at the Avenue was top notch. I feel as though I've been kicked in the guts by a horse, I can't get comfortable no matter how I position myself, and my stomach is so bloated I look as though I'm ready to give birth (to twins). I'm already getting gas pain which are not pleasant. Great to hear that your husband has been supportive and helpful.

Hi guys, The deed is now done. I feel as though I've been kicked in the stomach by a horse and I am so bloated I look like I'm ready to give birth (to twins!). Every now and again the gas pain flares up - I feel it most in the tip of my left shoulder. Panadol (acetominophen aka paracetamol) and Maxolon (to keep nausea at bay) are my best friends. Thanks for your kind thoughts. Will write more as soon as I feel up to it. Lili

Hey Celtic Angel, Don't think there's a lot that can help bring on a period though an orgasm works for some! I had the opposite problem - my periods are never regular but of course I had to get my period on Wednesday night with surgery scheduled for Thursday. Has made the unpleasantness of the whole thing even more unpleasant!

Hi everyone, Checking in after surgery. Tummy's a bit sore (feels as though a horse has kicked me in the guts). Was nauseous when I woke up from surgery but that has passed. Have a few gas pains but the pain relievers help keep them under control. As I was leaving the hospital at 11am, I ran into loulou09 who is being being banded later this afternoon - all the best loulou - I'm thinking of you. Will write more when I feel up to it. Lili

TODAY's the day!! Have to be at the hospital by 11am. I'm a tad jittery with anticipation. Lisa's 100% fine now so she'll be driving me home (either tonight or tomorrow morning). Love that buddhist expression you wrote in your post Ann. I agree the band will face us all in the right direction - we just have to do the walking from there! I'm ready.

Hi everyone, Don't forget the July 4th challenge for the bunny bandsters. If you'd like to participate, please go HERE. Yet another updated list (updated: 8am, 23 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall, kishaadamshall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84, fengshui Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2, JudyLynn, jannyboo Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506, bsivley Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22, FutureSize10 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92, HIS4EVER, Brand_New_Me, tpoth Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman, cbergstrom,phattat Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, delacruz64, Mbea Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun, maddoggy2665, barchedm Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC, donnaty, Grazia, Hally, DaveTownsend Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent, indiandiva, Rumbera55, redhead722 Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination, lovelyolemiss, Vinca Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild, Woobeesmom, verag Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me, lapband_AP-redo Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane, txdj Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY, eak7615, pjop Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402, eriden6222 Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123, A New Outlook, Wanttolose Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980, finallyready@51, cjgibson79, pspmtnac April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Hey Samantha, Your surgery should be done now. Hope your recovery has been fast and smooth. I'm also being banded at The Avenue - TODAY!! Let us know how you went There's a forum for all the April bandster's HERE - in case you'd like to share experiences with others of us being banded at around the same time. It's a wonderful place for support. Also, you've been added to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi there Diane Welcome and congrats on your surgery. Hope your recovery has been fast and smooth. There's a forum for all the April bandster's HERE - in case you'd like to share experiences with others of us being banded at around the same time. It's a wonderful place for support. Also, you've been added to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi there redhead Welcome and congrats on your surgery. Hope your recovery is fast and smooth. There's a forum for all the April bandster's HERE - in case you'd like to share experiences with others of us being banded at around the same time. It's a wonderful place for support. Also, you've been added to the list of April bandsters HERE. (please check that I have the right surgery date - 20th? - it is hard because of the day and time difference between Australia [where I am] and the US)

You did right but just forgot to remove the QUOTE bits [in square brackets] at the start and at the end. If you'd like to join the challenge, quote this post, remove the QUOTE marks at the start and the end of the quote, then add your name and your goal weight loss for July 4th to the bottom of the list (you can copy and paste a previous name then delete that name and add your own). There are 9 weeks between 1 May and 4th July, so try to choose a goal that is reasonable in this time frame. When 1 May comes around, add your weight in the appropriate column and then your target weight. Then, regularly update your current weight throughout the challenge. Re: Independence Day challenge for Bunny Bandsters :crying: 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 --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? NY Lady -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May ----------------------? ------------------------- ? Lingling--------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JayTee---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? MrsMitch -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? ALuv82---------------------- 30lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Band_Groupie -------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Kaner ----------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Scoobydoo ------------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? TerriLynne ------------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? 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 -------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? DMChef ---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? FutureSize10 ---------------- 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Hi everyone, Don't forget the July 4th challenge for the bunny bandsters. If you'd like to participate, please go HERE. Yet another updated list (updated: 4pm, 22 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall, kishaadamshall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84, fengshui Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2, JudyLynn, jannyboo Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506, bsivley Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22, FutureSize10 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92, HIS4EVER, Brand_New_Me, tpoth Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman, cbergstrom,phattat Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, delacruz64, Mbea Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun, maddoggy2665, barchedm Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC, donnaty, Grazia Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent, indiandiva, Rumbera55, redhead722 Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination, lovelyolemiss, Vinca Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild, Woobeesmom, verag Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me, lapband_AP-redo Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane, txdj Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY, eak7615 Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402, eriden6222 Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123, A New Outlook, Wanttolose Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980, finallyready@51, cjgibson79 April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Have added you Chef and have re-added Isabella who was dropped off somewhere along the way. If you'd like to join the challenge, just quote this post, delete the QUOTE bits at the top and bottom of the post, then add your name and your goal weight loss for July 4th to the bottom of the list (you can copy and paste a previous name then delete that name and add your own). There are 9 weeks between 1 May and 4th July, so try to choose a goal that is reasonable in this time frame. When 1 May comes around, add your weight in the appropriate column and then your target weight. Then, regularly update your current weight throughout the challenge. Re: Independence Day challenge for Bunny Bandsters :crying: 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 --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? NY Lady -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May ----------------------? ------------------------- ? Lingling--------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? JayTee---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? MrsMitch -------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? ALuv82---------------------- 30lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Band_Groupie -------------- 15lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Kaner ----------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? Scoobydoo ------------------ 25lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? TerriLynne ------------------ 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? 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 -------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ? DMChef ---------------------- 20lb --------------------- ? -------------------- 1 May --------------------- ? -------------------------- ?

Hi there Welcome and congrats on your surgery. Hope your recovery is fast and smooth. There's a forum for all the April bandster's HERE - in case you'd like to share experiences with others of us being banded at around the same time. It's a wonderful place for support. Also, you've been added to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi everyone, Don't forget the July 4th challenge for the bunny bandsters. If you'd like to participate, please go HERE. Yet another updated list (updated: 1am, 21 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84, fengshui Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2, JudyLynn Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506 Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92, HIS4EVER Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman, cbergstrom Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, phattat, delacruz64, Mbea Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC, donnaty Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent, indiandiva, Rumbera55 Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402 Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980, finallyready@51 April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Hi everyone, Yet another updated list (updated: 4pm, 20 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84, fengshui Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2 Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506 Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92 Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, phattat, delacruz64 Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent, indiandiva, Rumbera55 Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402 Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980, finallyready@51 April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Most people posting appear to have had a pretty good recovery after surgery but, as for you, it was not such a fun ride for my partner, who was banded on the 9th April. She did ok for the first day or two (and only nights were difficult) but then she started experiencing extreme bloating and had not been able to keep anything (not even water) down for two days from the nausea and heaving. She had been trying everything (simethicone preparation, walking, massage, yoga positions, etc, etc) to help but nothing made much difference. She really had gotten into a very bad cycle where the gas leads to nausea, the nausea leads to retching, the retching means she can't keep fluids down, she hyperventilates to try to avoid retching but this means she swallows more air, she gets dehydrated and tired, which means she is not walking so much, so the gas is not escaping, so she ends up with more gas pain ... We saw her surgeon on Friday who checked everything out and reassured her that everything is ok with the band and that the gas problem would eventually pass (when pressed for how long - he replied it varied across people). Lisa is apparently an "air-swallower" (evidenced by the fact that she did a lot of burping before the procedure). It is harder to burp once the band is in and it is this that is causing her extreme discomfort. He also gave her a Maxolon shot. Our surgeon has a recovery room at his rooms so we sat in there until the shot took effect and she was able to swallow sips of Water. In the afternoon, as well as keeping water and fluids (electrolyte fluids) down again, she took some Phenergan and more Maxolon (in tablet form) plus some charcoal tablets. On Friday arvo she was finally sleeping while I had everything crossed (even my eyes!) that she'd be feeling better after a sleep. That night Lisa had her first night without heaving and it was heaven (for both of us!). On Saturday she was back to nutritious fluids (soups, Protein drinks, etc) and back to walking, so by last night she was feeling her old self. So all is good here again. The moral of the story - if you are heaving, get a Maxolon shot (or something similar) quickly - don't let yourself get into the vicious cycle my partner found herself in.

Hi everyone, Yet another updated list (updated: 9am, 20 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Names in bright pink mean that person has checked in after surgery (so they are our 'confirmed banders'). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili, scout47, Rogue Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3, MANOWAR, happykatz, preciousfriend, gw5390, dreamer69 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp. lulu5040, brookeacomer, hanna61, Tall Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Sun April 5 = chubbychops Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma, Konda, sgtmtz, PBDove, stace31, mommyofthree, mariadonna84 Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla, Hlysmom, lobo, ecorreia, knighmo, CJB1127, dabrownx2 Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef, BeerSpiritGuide, Dawn1991, CJB1127, amceache, Boy X, stephj Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nursinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, JoyceEggerth, Gavroche2004, Justdoingit, jacee506 Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7, Boykie, restintx, emjay, monicam, aprilflowers22 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp, tinalb, QuilterCat2, CJNorwood, tpoth, colyn92 Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782, butterfly64, paxie, julia19642, lady28, queenann, Trapman Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, Jazzy4Health, sandyswhisper, shanlyn, zetanett, phattat Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05, jjpoody, Cortney6983, beskild, Sugga4fun Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79, lapband09, remoteportal, Bigdaddyjulian, Wendy OKC Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan, roscoeburke, karakent Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29, Ttime1020, chelle06, Mariposa2009, finaldstination Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp, Nana6, chiffani, sbecker32, B-lo, TerriLynne, Bella5425, pbailey, Godschild Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Goal150, a-newme, kittygirl, TanyaM, lilith, Losing for me Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009, Oclaura, Tracey Jane Sun April 26 = Wanttolose, Wanttolose's wife Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb, jayne02, PUDGY Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, mccall, Jimbo_WV, atomicblonde, dcgraves56, Kara, jenajjthr, kimme040402 Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977, gonnabethinagain, CindyJ123 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv, kiposa, fattyfatty2by4, RosieQ, 1980 April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman

Great to hear from you Tamara. That extra kilo is God's way of getting you back for a nasty April fool's joke! I'm sure She'll take it away again soon. Seriously, there are so many things that can cause a 1kg fluctuation in weight -as the good new yorkers say "forget about it". I think your doctor sounds great. This is the time to make sure you are properly healed and adequate nutrition is essential for that. I'm really pleased to hear you say that you fill up quickly (and that's with no fill!). That is soooo what I want from this band. You won't be able to help but loose weight if you're eating smaller portions. Your hubby sounds like an absolute sweetheart - the Wii and Wii Fit is so much a better surprise than a bunch of flowers. We have the Wii and Wii Fit too - You've inspired me to get it out and wipe off the 2kg of dust that must be built up on it and get back to playing. We also have Wii sports (with the bowling, the tennis, the boxing, etc), which is fun, and also the dance mat (Dancing Stage Hottest Party) which I totally ADORE (but Lisa hates ) - it is a super fun workout. And already shopping for smaller sized clothes - HOLY CRAP! That is quick. Congratulations on getting to "small". Yes, my turn this Thursday. I'm a bit worried because I know I have an enlarged liver (from a CAT scan I had done) and I did not stick to the pre-op diet too well while Lisa had been ill (but I am back on the program now - have not cheated at all today). I e-mailed the surgeon and warned him. Hopefully, he won't be too upset. I'll keep you posted. Lisa is doing really well now so, as long as she stays this way, she'll be able to drive me home and look after me (otherwise I'll have to cab it home - or maybe even walk! - the hospital is only about 2km (1mile) from home) Lili

You did it perfectly!

Great post lingling! Lap-banding is not an extreme sport - no need for a "hell for leather" mindset. A slow and steady weight loss that lasts is the objective.