kayleesmom

Surgery Oct. 4th / 31lbs. lost / 1 fill / Sadly, not much exercise. Had knee surgery on Dec. 7th. This is my first day off the crutches. Though I must say, crutches can be an exercise, especially when you're hauling around 220 plus pounds.... LOL Can't wait to see how everyone's doing. Haven't been around much since I had the knee done, so I'm pretty much out of touch. I hope everyone had a blessed Christmas and let's knock 2007 out of the park. Take care Band Buddies..........Need to update the ole ticker.

Welcome to LBT from Grapevine, TX! Glad to have you and continued success!!!

WOW....:faint: My mouth just fell open reading that list. Not much makes me happier than Southern cooking. Some of the ladies at work take pity on me. One brought me chicken and dumplings last week!!! Threw all the chicken in the magic bullet and I was good to go. I don't mind cooking for someone else, I just have a hard time doing it for me. I find it hard to cook for 1, even more so now that the portions are so much smaller. I'm pretty sure I'm missing that cooking gene also. :think

I couldn't agree with you more about JJ!!! My poor Kasey, he couldn't buy any luck with a black American Express! Tell me that's not a cute face on that kid! I can't believe it's almost over....

LOL! Carlene, you'd be amazed at what I could put up with for a home cooked meal. Good one, dear....

Thanks so much, Carlene. They look absolutely scrumptious! Maybe my new band will encourage me to cook more band friendly foods. Also thanks for uploading them. They worked like a charm! Hey, how about adopting me? I'm old and gainfully employed, so you would only have to keep me around dinner time..... :biggrin1: :hungry:

Shoot Yeah!!!! I want to see it!!! So glad you came through everything so well. Best of luck with your new port!

You know, I just love this forum!!! I had a friend who used to go to AA meetings and she would say, if she listened, God would give her just what she needed to hear. I'm starting to feel the same way about this place. The other day I was reading a thread where someone was talking about hiccups being their sign to stop. My very next meal I started feeling like maybe things were feeling a bit funny and I should stop....next thing I know HICCUPS!!!! Today, I was reading this thread, then came home for lunch....this time MY NOSE STARTED TO RUN!!!! I was like OMG, this is just what they were talking about! How fun is that??? Thank you guys so much for being there for us beginners!!! Much love.... :hug: :hug: :hug:

HA!!! Couldn't agree more. I am so very happy for both of you! Give her a big ole' hug for me!!!

I wanted to apologize for picking on your banana. I hit one of my hot buttons and I should have just kept my mouth shut. I have a manager at work who wears a "Jesus 2000" lanyard and it just makes my teeth ache to hear her cursing with "Jesus" around her neck. I know I don't always please Him but I try not to flat out embarass Him. It's not up to me to say what would make Him embarassed. So, I sincerely apologize. He is the only one that truly knows our hearts. God bless you and yours and have a great day!!!

Oh wow, a friend sent me that in an email a couple of weeks ago. I think it is one of the best things I have EVER seen in my life!!! Great idea to share it here.....

Never mind....I should have done a search first. Seems like you guys have talked about this before. Sorry. What a waste of my first new thread!

Got a bit curious? I've seen where people have had trouble flying after a fill or newly banded. What happens to the band at depth when diving? I got certified but haven't gotten to do much diving yet and want to very badly!!! Any divers out there? How does the pressure affect our band? Thanks for whatever info you might have....

You and yours will be in my thoughts and prayers. My "old woman" is 13 and a half and I can't imagine the day I have to make that kind of choice. I never want mine to hurt either. I'd give you a hug if I could reach you. It's making me cry just trying to write this. I hope God heals your heart in a hurry....

Carol134- I have a hard time listening to anything you have to say about God or Christianity in general with that big yellow banana shaking it's tits in every one of your posts. I'm sure God is thrilled to be associated w/ that.

Poodles, I am absolutely of no use to you, I'm still on liquids, but that plastic spoon comment started my morning off with a laugh! Good luck sweetie!!!

Libertysuzanne....just wanted you to know, I got banded the 4th and haven't used the patch or a piece of gum since. Don't know if I just had too much else on my mind with the band and all but it's been 10 days with no nicotine of any kind. I hope it happens that way for you too. Best of luck on your surgery...

My boss ran across this link when she was researching my surgery: www.litenfree.com They have the prices listed. If I remember correctly, nothing was above $8500. I saw on a different thread that someone that had been banded in Mexico was going to Dr. Carter in Arlington for their fills. It stuck in my head because he did my band. Best of luck...

Don't think I would do any pulling. They told me that the strips are glued on and take 10 - 14 days to come off. They told me I could tear my skin off if I tried to remove them before they are ready to come off on their own. As far as the edges go,I was told to trim them with clippers or small scissors. That is all of the VAST knowledge of steri strips that has been imparted upon me to this point. Best of luck...

That one got me girl! Not only your happy heart but the glimpse into the future that I needed to see so beautifully stated. Thank you... my band is only 10-11 hrs old. God always knows what we need to hear and I'm glad He had me "hear" you. Continued blessings and success to you!

I knew I had seen it somewhere...Dr. Jorge Rincon at the San Antonio Weight Loss Center. They are "running" a $12,000 cash special. Here's the link: http://www.saweightlosscenter.com/contactform.htm From the website: Thank you for your interest in San Antonio Weight Loss Center. We are currently offering a special outpatient package (cash only) for the Lap Band Surgery at $12,000.00 in San Antonio Texas. This special offer includes surgeon, anesthesiologist, Lap Band and surgery center fees. Also includes Lap Band Fills, adjustments, and follow-up visits up to one year. Hope this helps...

I found this on Dr. Smith's site when I was doing some research on Drs in the DFW area. http://fortworthlapband.com/weightlosssurgeryfinancing.html It has some good info. My surgeon also mentioned www.surgeryloans.com during his seminar. Don't personally know anything about either... Best of luck!

I have United Healthcare. I will have mine done in Hurst, as well. Shoot,we're practically neighbors!

I decided to quit lurking and say "HELLO!". I must say that I am partially in shock. I have been approved for my band! It all happened so fast, that is hasn't really sunk in yet. I got my approval in 1 week! My surgery is scheduled for Oct. 4th. I am as excited as can be then my brain goes OMG! Life will never be the same, not that that's bad, but it's kinda spooky. Dr. Richard Carter is doing my surgery. I have so many different things running through my head that I don't know where to start. Thank goodness I found this forum. Everyone seems so helpful. Thank you all for sharing your stories. For those of you who do....say a quick one for me. Thanks and continued success to you all...