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I have had the Mirena for 2 yrs, I did not notice any problems with weight with it. I use it for BC. I tried the patch like 5 yrs ago ... that was a disaster ... EVIL patch, I felt so disconnected and I just didn't have any feelings for anyone not even my kids... that was horrid. took me 4 months to figure it out. Mirena so far so good.

I know it is hard waiting, it is driving me nuts too. I started all this in early May. I have been using this time to modify subtle things in my behaviors , eating habits etc. I have lost 15 lb from that. I have been educating myself more and more about nutrition etc. So be patient, we have to be, the more prep we do the more successful I believe we can be and dedicated with the right information and support. We are making a huge lifetime commitment here.... longer than most marriages LOL right? That kind of puts it into perspective doesn't it? Hang in there.

I stayed in Broken Arrow for a week as a kid and went horse back riding and went to the church of Christ there Lyle M was the preacher at the time a friend of our family. They had a one room school house there at the time population was only a few hundred

how about mixing each crushed pill in a spoonful of yogurt?

I watched the show today, over the seasons I have caught a show or 2 perhaps, but to tell you the truth I didn't ever get into watching it. It made me squirm. so unhappy and uncomfortable with myself didn't want it in my face , now I must say I am inspired by watching it and will stick with it this season.

HA HA easy way out... I think not. When I explained to someone that told me that all that we have to do to be successful, she, overweight herself was like Damn.... I can't follow that... I said so where is the easy way out??? Oh maybe it is in the if you over eat you will vomit or your band could slip or you may get something stuck...LOL so I guess she got an education. I think this is tougher,,,, more accountablity not only to the dr but to the band!

DR HORGAN AT UCSD AWESOME! I highly recommend him and his team!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE THEM!

people always look at me and when I say how much I weigh etc they are "shocked" I am same ht wt bmi as you almost. yet when I see photos or video of myself I am sick..... I am very happy at 130 so I want to be there. I feel good , look good and can wear the clothes i want. better body image. I am trying to advoid any further health issues, now I am hypo thyroid, and have joint problems.

I think they would do it for her... but over the time we have been talking about it she is not willing to make changes and doesn't know how I can do it.... she supports me but doesn't think it is possible for her ;o( makes me really sad, I love her dearly and I am afraid she will meet an early demise. I hope she will change her viewpoint. perhaps after I have surgery and she sees how it goes with me. Her husband works for Kaiser in one of the offices. He is in great health.

mmmm parrothead... I LOVE SALADS LIKE THAT.... throw in some kidneybeans and or garbanzos too!

I agree.... OMG with Patty.(is this the 2nd time???).... It is good to debate and bring stuff up so that we can learn and understand other points of view... sometimes you view may change<gasp> or become more strongly rooted during debate, it challenges all of us to grow and look for information and truth.:tongue2:

I had my gallbladder removed @ 25 ....not far fetched

I have been drinking Isopure Natural, little higher on the calories than the zero carb. I mix it with decaf coffee and make Mochas with it and vanilla lattes LOL love it.

you may join another party Patty but your core believes will not change. so it won't make any difference really. For anyone that has owned a business, (I have had a few) the phrase "It takes money to make money" I can tell you countless dollars spent on advertising thousands actually.... it is long term thinking. you have to spend it to have exposure on your business to attract customers. well with the nation the mess that it is in it is going to take a hell of a lot of money to get things rolling, it is long term thinking. It is not Obamas fault Bush went into 2 countries, that he threw money at Israel, that he borrowed from China, etc. so ya know have to agree with the opinion that it is more about the man than the money, .

Pickles when you have the right staff working for your health it won't be so stressful. I also started counseling a few months ago when I embarked on this journey, it has been helpful... hang in there.

The first place I was dealing with had a call center for 11 locations, I couldn't get through to who I needed, no one could answer my questions. They would send me to different voice mails I would leave clear messages and not get return calls. Made me nervous, I figured I would change after I had surgery, someone else to do fills etc... well then I realized no one wants to adopt someone elses surgery to look after. So basically i decided to bit it and find someone new. I spent 2 days on the phone narrowed down to 3 offices then 2 then finally chose one. I was so blown away by the new office. I am so glad I stood up for myself.

Elgrad is EXACTLY RIGHT believe me you can't afford NOT to change. I didn't want to tack on extra months before surgery... trust me I wanted it done, I almost just went with the flow.... Now I KNOW I have not only a great skilled surgeon but a great team for my after care... this is a long term relationship for success.... I did all my pre op tests with the previous surgeon... so I now have different test that this new surgeon requires, The only thing he will really use from the other surgeon is the 3 months of nutritional consulting. Extra money now.... and success is more important long term dont you think? Hang in there. I can't afford to pay again my portion either (I am unemployed with no unemployment check, actually my earnings are 1/4 what they were 6 months ago) , but ya know I want success. You will be fine and you will work it out. Feel good you have a great Dr and team to work with you. Bottom line is we will get our lives back! that is priceless!!!! LONG TERM THINKING IS KEY

I don't know about "problems" but you may have to take new tests. I do after changing. It has set me back a couple of months but I am happy now with my choice and I know I will be well cared for. For me it is worth it.

I am sorry to hear that too HeatherO. I hope that you will heal quickly. Hang in there. Hows that lil girl of yours doing? I am taking care of a 4 mo old boy who is just the sweetest snuggle bug that laughs up a storm. Insha'Allah you will be up and running in no time! {{{{{{{{{}}}}}}}}}

Terms don't have to be specified at 2 or 4 yrs, it could be 8 or 10 pending the office and the feasibility. Yeah Voting .... My brother doesn't vote, but he grumbles and I tell him to come back and talk to me after he votes, My grandfather was a Marine, and he always said, I fought to give you this right to vote use it... If you don't pack up and leave or shut the hell up! LOL My husband has been a citizen for 11yrs and he votes.

I guess Patty has not spent time outside our nation. Bottom line is what has been happening for years can NOT continue. The money spent during the Bush Admin was used for War among other things I am sure, BTW what the heck happened to the pallets of cash sent to Iraq, and whos idea was that??? DOH! All we did was take money away from our nation, we did NOT do any thing good with this war thing other than create more terrorists. We have more broken people out there now than ever before. We have Vets lives taken or destroyed. Countless citizens of the other countries we have invaded who have lost everything they had even multiple generations of one family leaving often a sole survivor that is hopeless and angry. Look At Gaza, Oh wait lets not go there... we have provided Israel with weapons and $$$ to reak havoc on these people. Killing innocent people, children and old people. does killing one "enemy" justify these masacures? I don't think so. would you like someone to bomb your neighborhood to get one bad guy? One Israeli is killed and it is all over the news, a neighborhood is leveled in Gaza and we don't hear about it. I challenge you to watch AlJazerra news or PressTV and get a different view on world news... forget your CNN, FOX and MSNBC for a while. Our news is so full of celebrity gossip and sensationalized stories it is a joke. Where are the important stories? The Christian Chronical does a better job too. BTW Patty I do agree with you on one point so far.... CHINA... they have too much economical power in our country.... borrowing from them to buy oil, buying crap products that contain harmful substances...OMG This is crazy.... drives me nuts. I have boycotted Walmart, and I try to check labels at every retailer... If there is a choice I make it accordingly. OH yeah and term limits

wow, this thread is really interesting. Kartman, BJean and Cleos Mom. I am on your team. PattyGreen,not to pick on you but have you ever lived in another country , or have family who have to see how others live? I know Kartman I asked this on your other thread. I have found over and over again, that the majority of the people that oppose the "changes" and are the most "angry" are those who have not been anywhere.

I hear you on the daycare thing, I myself am licensed. I have been licensed for almost 12 yrs. I think Dang if they take away the use of swings I am screwed LOL. But the majority of the regulations have been for the safety of the kids. Locking spa tops, smoking in the home, .... Some have been put in place because we are a sue happy nation with no common sense. Many providers count on safety gadgets and gates to substitute for actually "watching" the kids. My contract went from 3 pages all the way to 12 with in a few years... why? common sense! I have to add important things about medications and fevers, and also trivial things about letting trash fall out of the car and leaving it on my driveway. Proper language in my home. etc.... rediculous!!!!!! So if you have to deal with that crap just caring for 6-8 kids imagine the school or the nation. Everyone is looking for a get rich plan... #1 way that people think to come up with a bundle of cash..... a LAWSUIT. When I was living in Spain some years back I saw a car hit a moped, the man went flying off.... the driver got out ... helped the man up,checked to see if he was ok, checked his moped and they hugged , kiss on the cheek and they were off.... no exchange of information NOTHING !!! I stood in awe could NOT believe what I just saw. Oh by the way, government run car insurance!!! cheap too!

I chuckle because I think "W" was hoping to get out of office and pass the torch before the whole economy crashed.... I am glad it was tumbling before he left, otherwise everyone would blame Obama for the fall! He has been proactive trying to make changes, lets face it it is a daunting task. Would you or I want it or be able to clear it up? BTW thank God and your government for healthcare, in the form of medicaid or medicare, my mother bashes other countries methods, "it is socialism" But you know what she would be dead literally with out her government run medical program. and heck she applies for more programs and when she gets denied she is pissed and left to fend for herself or I foot the bill..... SO ... Where will you be when you are 65? BTW my mother has never left the country and has no friends or family outside the US but she speaks with so called "authority" on other nations healthcare.... she has NOT A CLUE! Her opinion is based on what she has "heard".

I was thinking more about the question while I was meeting the drs on Wed. I am ashamed of how I have let myself go to get to this place..... always saying things like.... well if I get to 140, 150, 165 etc if I get to 200 ... well I was never able to stay in action mode and have lasting progress. Now a new book, I dared to take action and decided that food was no longer going to run me but I would need help. I have been making gradual changes, I am confident to lose now that I know I will have a definate support team. Many of my friends say... no way I could never do what you are doing, others say, we will see how you do, and others in my cheering section ... I am proud to take action and I don't feel bad because I am looking toward gaining my life back!!!!