faybie

LapBandit, I don't know what your PCP's intentions were however, I think you should go on how she made you "feel". Your interaction with her made you uncomfortable and upset therefore it really doesnt matter what she meant. I was looking at your stats in your signature and I was AMAZED!! It hasn't even been 5 months and you have lost almost lost 100lbs!!!!! That is amazing!!! Every person that knows you should be proud of your success!!!! If they aren't, they do not have your best interests in mind. :clap2:

Wow. How encouraging to read that I am not the only one with food issues. Food is my crutch. If I have a bad day, I reward myself with a deliciously fattening meal. If I have a good day, I do the same thing. LOL. I have been to counseling for many things in my life, sickness, loss, etc. but I have never ever talked to a therapist about my food love affair. I think after reading this post and with the committment and decision I have made to band, its time to start being honest about it. Thank you foodstampchamp and everyone else that posted their story and encouragement.

Happy Birthday mini!!! :Banane27: and morningsun you made me laugh out loud with that one....

Hi Everyone! I am joining the August bandsters as I am having my surgery on August 30th. :clap2: Hurray! I can't wait. I absolutely love that everyone is sharing their day to day experiences. It is making me nervous and giving me relief at the same time. I am so happy that I found this site. I have been reading for a week non-stop. There is just so much information here and I don't want to overlook a single detail. It took me a good 4 hours to read the entire August bandsters thread. LOL. Clarity and RLittman, I am having my surgery by Dr. Spivak too so it is especially nice to hear that things are going well for you two. :dance: Those of you that are getting tired of sweets, have you tried chicken broth, beef broth, V-8, or any other liquid Soup blended, egg drop, stuff like that? Are you not allowed to? Or do they just not contain enough nutrients? I don't really like sweet stuff now pre-band, so I am especially curious. I really had no plans to have any sweet liquids except for in the morning and maybe frozen popsicles. I am so glad to meet all of you! This thread is awesome. ~hugs everyone~ <hugs everyone=""> <hugs everyone=""></hugs></hugs>

Wow. Thank you for your posts. I was trying to decide on which Dr. to use in Houston and this thread has been very helpful. I have an appointment coming up with Dr. Spivak. Bedside manner and follow up care are both very very important to me. I really appreciate those that took the time to post your experiences about your Dr.'s. ~faybie