Hello all,

After a lot of thought, discussion and supportive words from friends (special thanks to my 12/21 posse buddy) I made the phone call and have an appointment for rebanding January 19th!

Now the goal is to make sure I'm as healthy as possible for surgery. At first I was panicked thinking, "I need to get my weight back down to where I was when I lost my band", but I know darn good and well that if I feed into that panic I will gain weight instead of losing it. :cry

So....I have about 2 1/2 months (of course during holiday season....sheesh!) but taking little steps (literally). I got my water bottle at work that I'm drinking on my breaks (can't have it in the class I cleanroom fab I work in) and was able to get 2 liters down fairly easily last night. Also found a hiding place at work (people love to sit down and talk to you while you're reading....argh) on the 6th floor so I am taking the stairs from the 3rd floor at each of my breaks.

I'm trying....

Hang in there, that time will fly by! Great for you for getting started on the water so soon! Did you decide to go back to the same doctor? Please, keep us posted. Come here for some support, we'll help you get through the time period!

Infaith this is great. I'm so happy for you!! Keep us posted on how things are going for you!!

Darcey, I am so glad you decided to get rebanded. Just take it one day at a time and if you gain some weight before your surgery, well then you gain some weight. It's not the end of the world. You are an inspiration, to know that bad things can happen with the band but that we can bounce back and go after our dreams again. Keep us posted.

Wow, you are getting rebanded!!! Yay!! I'm very proud. You have been through alot and I'm happy you are getting your band friend back.

Don't sweat it...just stay healthy!

So happy for you

Great News Darcey..I'm happy for you. Is Ortiz doing your re-banding?

Dont stress too much, if it were that easy to get our weight down we wouldnt need the band..take it one day a t a time :mad:

Thanks all!

Michelle-a big YES to going back to Dr. Ortiz. I did check out other options, but I trust him and he knows my background.

Hi Darcey,

You are such a trooper!

I certainly wouldnt worry about my weight - just like Michelle said, if we could lose weight successfully, wewouldnt need the band.

Heck, youre gonna lose major weight the first month you have it - so enjoy this time while you can.

psst - before Jan 19th, eat a B I G juicy hamburger for me, please?