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Wow - I've been reading this thread for 45 minutes. So many ladies to get to know and such varied life issues. Our computer was out from Sunday @ midnight until 3 pm today. Can't live without it. Congratulations to those who had losses and broke plateaus. Interesting to see how the weight loss flows with the band. On Day 9 of 14 of pre-op diet. No problems. Saw my primary care physician yesterday to request liquid Rx meds. No luck - pharmacist recommends crushing & adding to juice or water. Works for me. This thread feels soooooo warm and comfortable. Thanks for including me. Joyce in Kansas City

3 Pm on Day 2 thru 5 PM on Day 3 were the toughest for me. Then, hit the pace and hunger left. Hope that happens for both of you. Cherita, I skipped Valentines Day dinner - just for this year. Next year I'll bring my gorgeous new body to a much lighter dinner. I'm positive it will be well worth the effort for all of us. Be strong - so many others have walked this path - we can too. JC in KC

Day 2 from 6 PM thru 3 pm on Day 3 were the worse for me. It became easier after that - I'm on Day 7 now. Good luck to you. JC in KC

Much congratulations bandpal. Your reply was so well written and heart-felt. Living only to eat - what a horrible life. Time to seize the opportunity to live life fully and with grace. Joyce in KC

Indio - thanks for your comments. Reading all the pre-op warnings is unsettling. Had a total knee replacement in May 2009 that was a real challenge. Lapband surgeon said this procedure will be NOTHING after what I went thru with the knee. Need to focus on the success. So nice to see your 112 lb loss and hear all the gals successes. The future awaits. BTW - DH has hired nurses for me the first 2 days to make it all easier. My valentine gift.

Patsal - hope each day finds you feeling better too. JC in KC

Hi Kathy, I'm on day 7 of pre-op 14 day diet. Getting nervous and excited. Hope you feel better each day. Joyce in KC

Thank you for the "Welcome". It has been fun reading about the trip. Snow here in K.C. and very cold. On day 7 of pre-op diet and beginning to wonder, "Am I crazy to do this?" Want an extraordinary life - not an ordinary one. Lapband will help me achieve the health and body to reach that goal. Joyce

Anticipating that this will be a problem for me, I've started seeing a therapist who specializes in bariatric counseling. Will work to find tools to help me thru this journey. Best of luck to all of us - we'll share our hints and skills.

Way to go, lady. I'm also hoping to join this friendly group of ladies on their next trip. So delightful to see the friendship and shared interest and journey. Joyce in Kansas City :smile:

Mrs.Place - hope tomorrow is better - congratulations, you are banded. Joyce

Great picture, ladies. What a special chance to share this experience, in person. Stay warm and have a wonderful time. Joyce

Stuff down pain and lonliness and self abuse for not being "perfect". I had my first appt with therapist this morning. Will see her again next week and ongoing as I continue this life-changing journey. Have "named" my band - My Hero. Life will be easier with My Hero walking thru with me.

Webster defines "diet" as a chosen plan of eating. We need to reframe this four letter word. We chose health and success with the help of the lapband.

Jax - your comments "struck a cord" with me. My step-father was a prisoner of war and had major food issues, understandably. However, growing up I experienced severe punishment relative to food. It never dawned on me that these childhood situations might still be affecting my attitude toward food. These boards are very enlightening.

Day was hardest for me from late afternoon to bed time. Getting easier every day.

Nothing beats a "girls retreat". Have a great time ladies. Joyce

Had my pre-op testing today. Very nice nurse explained day of surgery routine and toured the surgical center facilities. Had blood drawn, urine specimen, & EKG. Also was given lots more paperwork to read in preparation for this drastic change. My focus now is more on the preparations and changes, than on the reward. Will see therapist tomorrow. This is day 4 of pre-op diet and it is getting easier. Joyce

My son-in-law had gastric bypass and has lost 170 lbs. Not yet at his goal and he has been shopping @ thrift stores until he reaches his size. Has found has real bargains.

Sincere congratulations to all 3 of you. Have fun shopping and wearing all those new clothes - plus enjoy the empty closets and cleaning out all those items that no longer fit. :rolleyes2:

Hi Mom, I'm not yet banded, but I love the Boca Burgers. Soy protein is something I enjoy. I will start using tofu again after surgery. Making shakes with fruit juice, 1/3 cube of tofu and ice cubes. yyumm and very filling

Sending good wishes and smooth sailing tomorrow. Joyce In Kansas City

Miss See_Ann - congratulations. So wonderful to hear that all went smoothly for you. Keep walking and following directions. And thanks for posting. Joyce In Kansas City

I love to travel, so I can explain, boarding passes can only be printed 24 hours prior to flight. I'll be banded 2-22-2010 and wrote a previous message expressing that I hope to be invited to join you ladies for your trip next year. Looks like such a caring, supportive group of ladies/banders. Have a marvelous trip. Joyce in Kansas City

Wow - is this great for those of us Feb. 2010 to read. Thank you so very much. Joyce in Kansas City