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So correct...you keep them in place until they fall off. even if they're nasty-looking.

Way to go! BCBS of Texas also approved me fast - I had LB back on June 29th. You'll never regret it.

You look great BG. The blond hair is much better suited to your skin tones. And you look much less puffy now. Congratulations - you've done so well!

You are not a Negative Nellie. You are not getting the post op care you deserve, and that you've paid for. I would suggest trying to find another doctor. I wouldn't wait 2 months.

Congratulations on your big day. You'll never regret it!

Don't let her ruin your success. You've done a great job so far, and the fried chicken is not your friend. Keep it up - it's great that you don't have pain and that you're not hungry.

You are to pretty!

Sign me up! I'm a poor, pathetic scale whore. I weigh myself at least twice a day. I keep the weights in my daily planner and I compare them to 2007, and I've gotta say, it's very satisfying. There's just something about seeing those red, digital numbers decrease - sweet!

Welcome nurse! I'm a nurse too - and I look forward to hearing from you.

Way to go BG! You'll be "svelte" before you know it. Let's start looking at great clothes for Christmas. I really enjoy your blog - you crack me up. Love, Laura

No real news from me - today is one month since I had my surgery and I feel good. Learning what I can eat and what doesn't work for me - usually by trial and error. I need a fill - I can definitely eat more than I could last week at this time. I'm scheduled to have it on August 5. News on my mom is that she has started brain radiation. I'm so proud of her for choosing to fight this damn cancer. So we go to Austin every day to have it done for 20 treatments. Hopefully it will help with her balance issues and slow the growth of the tumors in her brain so that we can then focus on the breast cancer. It's terrible that her vision is almost gone. It really puts things in perspective for me. I certainly don't want to diminish what we are all doing, but when I see my mom fighting just to live a little longer, I realize that I must take my cues from her. That's what we are trying to do as bandsters - just live longer and healthier. God bless Rose, my mom, and God bless all of us as we fight for OUR health.

No real news from me - today is one month since I had my surgery and I feel good. Learning what I can eat and what doesn't work for me - usually by trial and error. I need a fill - I can definitely eat more than I could last week at this time. I'm scheduled to have it on August 5. News on my mom is that she has started brain radiation. I'm so proud of her for choosing to fight this damn cancer. So we go to Austin every day to have it done for 20 treatments. Hopefully it will help with her balance issues and slow the growth of the tumors in her brain so that we can then focus on the breast cancer. It's terrible that her vision is almost gone. It really puts things in perspective for me. I certainly don't want to diminish what we are all doing, but when I see my mom fighting just to live a little longer, I realize that I must take my cues from her. That's what we are trying to do as bandsters - just live longer and healthier. God bless Rose, my mom, and God bless all of us as we fight for OUR health.

Each day will be better. Keep up the good work.

I agree with Julie - you are mourning your old life. We have to find a different focus other than food, and it's hard for us to do. You must give yourself time to recover physically and emotionally before you get your groove back. We are all in this together - let us know how we can help.

Sounds like you're ready. Best of luck to you and congratulations for sticking with it.

Great attitude! The last 2 days will go by fast and you will be on your way. Keep us posted.

I found out too on my post op visit that my insurance only paid for fills for the first 90 days. So, I'll be looking for the sweet spot too. I have my first fill scheduled for Aug. 6.

My husband called me "skinny" yesterday. Unbelievable! This is from a man who can consume 3000 calories per day, and still weighs less than he did as a high school athlete - and he's 51. That compliment was worth all the struggle. Never thought I would feel skinny, but I'm starting to. It's wonderful to not have fat rolls on my tummy; to not have "chub-rub" on the thighs; to not think about how to camoflauge my fat every day. And, hopefully, it'll get better yet. My mom is doing poorly. She has breast cancer which has spread everywhere, and very rapidly. I doubt we'll even get to the point where treatment is an option. I can't believe I'm even saying that. It is just so sudden, and I'm just not ready. It is so hard to see my independent mom lose her vision from a tumor, be unable to walk unassisted, unable to shower unassisted, and all those little things we take for granted. I am the only daughter, with three brothers, and I'm an RN - so the majority of decisions and medical appointments are left for me. I want to be the daughter and not the nurse. Are we ever ready to lose our mothers??? How do I come to terms with this?

My husband called me "skinny" yesterday. Unbelievable! This is from a man who can consume 3000 calories per day, and still weighs less than he did as a high school athlete - and he's 51. That compliment was worth all the struggle. Never thought I would feel skinny, but I'm starting to. It's wonderful to not have fat rolls on my tummy; to not have "chub-rub" on the thighs; to not think about how to camoflauge my fat every day. And, hopefully, it'll get better yet. My mom is doing poorly. She has breast cancer which has spread everywhere, and very rapidly. I doubt we'll even get to the point where treatment is an option. I can't believe I'm even saying that. It is just so sudden, and I'm just not ready. It is so hard to see my independent mom lose her vision from a tumor, be unable to walk unassisted, unable to shower unassisted, and all those little things we take for granted. I am the only daughter, with three brothers, and I'm an RN - so the majority of decisions and medical appointments are left for me. I want to be the daughter and not the nurse. Are we ever ready to lose our mothers??? How do I come to terms with this?

Sounds like you have the right attitude. You will do very well.

Good luck to you. You'll never remember this annoyance - it'll all work out for you. We're here for you.

Congratulations to you. What a feeling! I have 12 pounds to go and I can't wait. Thanks for sharing your joy with us.

Great job, both of you.

Screaming is good for burning calories. Men! If we can put a man on the moon, why can't we put them all there?

Good luck on the "no smoking". I really admire you for that plus healing from the band. You'll never regret it.