NoName-AZ

My pain after the surgery wasn't bad really...What sucked was the pain from the "trapped gas" That lasted about 10days or so. It happens becasue they blow your stomach up before surgery so they can see for the surgery. The gas eventually works its way out.. (ha ha) You just have to get up and walk, and take gas-x strips.

I went back to work 1 week later, and yes I worked during the Liquid phase, but it wasnt hard, because I was eating creamy soups, jello, pudding, popsicles. Its not like your stuck with broth. :-)

Hope this helps!

Hey there... I never saw this message until now..because you posted it on your page and not mine.. (its okay) I just wanted to apologize for not getting back to you sooner. By the way thanks for the pic comment. :-) I feel so good!

Doc.. Juarez phn number is 602-252-1510. Just call them and find out out when you can attend a seminar since that is your first step.

Doc Juarez's bed side manner is not the greatest. He is however open to any questions..or concerns. I honestly saw him 3 times only. At my pre-op appt, we discussed me having the surgery, he answered my questions, gave me advice, and told me I would be a good candidate for this surgery. Next time was in the hospital right before surgery. 3rd time, at my post op appt. Thats it!

Honestly, my relationship is more with the nurse and M/A at the office. Nurse Andrea, does all your fills, and the M/A schedules appts. They are both really awesome!

love your pic! So cute.. you and your doggie!

Very profound qoute.. I love it. IF more people lived thier lives this way, we wouldn't have so much darkness in this world.

I found out who it is..

Albert Camus (7 November 1913 – 4 January 1960) was a French Algerian author, philosopher, and journalist who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1957. He was a key philosopher of the 20th-century and his most famous work is the novel L'?tranger (The Stranger).

Like the qoute on your signature line...Who's qoute is that?

Hi there..

Just read your thread. I live in Surprise, AZ and I was banded by Doctor Juarez at St Lukes Hospital. My surgery was approved through my insurance, as well as my after care, so as far as money$ questions, I would not be able to help you with.

However, my experience with my surgeon, and this journey so far, I would be happy to help you. Anything you need to know i can be here for you. Lemme know girl.

I can tell you for sure this is the best deciscion I have ever made in my life! I am seeing results and feeling better than EVER.

Just looked at your pics.. You look awesome!

Very inspiring.. You look Fantastic!

i love this qoute it is beautiful!

Enjoy today, contribute to humankind, and leave less of a mess than you found...

Even if your up a couple dont get down on yourself.. this next fill will get you back on track.

I dont think I am getting a fill this month..Still have major restriction!

hi.. I have a question?? How does the clothing exchange work? Who pays for the shipping?? Curious?

You are doing fantastic! I think I am going to skip a fill this month..Just because I still have really good restriction. Might change my mind by next week we will see. I love this band..

Hi there.. We match... same surgery date.. almost same fill dates..same weight loss.. Glad to see you doing well.

hey.. doing GREEEAT! Actually I am down 38 lbs woop woop!

Hi Happy! I went to get my 3rd fill on Tuday 1-19-10 And Iam almost at "onderland" Wooo hoooo! I weighed in at 200. Yipeeeeeeeeee!

I wanted to ask you about the biotin. I knowyou weren't sure if it even helped, but my hair is coming out so badly.. How much did you take? I am going to get some today.

PS: not sure why i sent last mssg to your visitor mssg board.. duh.

Hi there toots! Whats new?

Had my 3rd fill yesterday..My weight 200.8 lbs. I was like DAMN THE DEVIL ALL TO HELL! LOLOLOLOLOLOL!

I thought for sure I was in "onederland". ALmost.. Almost!

Feeling good..Will post pics soon.. I am so excited!

thanks for the recipe for meatballs. Cant wait to try them..:-)

Thank you for the nice message..I am down to 205 lbs. and feeling grrrreat. I took some photos on my phn this morning. I will put them on my album today.. Happy Holidays my friend!

hey.. whats up.. I just read some of your info... I see you live in PHX.. Are you banded yet?

Hi..just read your reply to a thread..You said you eat crock pot meatballs.. Do you make those from scratch? If so.. Could I get that recipe?mushies master food list?

I just read you thread on " I Hate Fat People." It is very profound and deep on so many levels. There are so many things you shared, that I feel as well. This physcological rollercoaster is not easy.

Maybe we can lean on eachoter? Let's be friends. :-)

just read your reply to the "I hate fat people thread." Very insightful, and well put!

Good to hear that you are feeling better now.

I am like you..losing slowly. Sounds like you are a positve person which is so important! It will happen for us eventually!

Have a happy thanksgiving...:-)