I can't believe it. Out of frustration I went to the Surgery Center of Richardson again today, because they had stopped returning my calls as well (it turns out they were actively trying to find me a doctor, and the person who was helping me was just out of the office today). While I was there, Dr. Anderson's office returned my call and said they'd be happy to accept me as a patient. They wanted me to get another flouroscopy done to see if the band had moved at all before scheduling me for surgery.

So, SCOR got me in as an add-on patient, and didn't even make me wait. Within 20 minutes of arriving and asking for the appointment, I was in the back room, laying on the fill table. Everyone in the flouro room stared in amazment as they discovered that my band is back in place -- perfectly. One week of no fill and consuming only liquids resolved the situation completely.

They gave me 1cc of saline, which I know won't do much, but is a start, and sent me on my way.

There are two things I feel that I need to say to you all.

First, the support found here is amazing, and sustaining. I know we've gone through some times on LBT when attitudes flared and personailites clashed, but what it comes down to is that when the shit hits the fan, we're family, and we act like it. I can't thank you enough for sharing in my misery, even when it wasn't yours and you didn't have to.

Second, miracles happen. Small, big, medical, spiritual, whatever -- they happen. Following directions is good too. I don't know if this was a miracle or a product of following directions, or, as I believe is probably the case, a combination of the two. Friends, don't give up hope. Ever. Living without hope isn't living at all. That, and that alone, was probably the main reason I had this surgery in the first place. I don't imagine I'm alone in that.

Peace and blessings,

Jonathan

Great glad to here that it worked and you did not have to have surgery again.

Great news Jonathan! I am glad to be a part of this group- hopefully we will cheer each other on as we continue this journey.

Amy

thats great!!! I've been so worried about my band slipping...good to know it can be fixed without surgery !! I think God is giving you a second chance...make the most of it!

Wonderful wonderful news!!!

Jonathan,

You must be incredibly relieved!! I read your post about your slip and I felt so frustrated for you but now to hear that going back on liquids rectified everything I just have to do a little mini-hustle/electric slide in my computer chair.

By the way, I love to read your posts. You are the most eloquent, intelligent and sensitive guy and to think, you're straight!!!!

Yeah!!!

That is great news!!!!

Oh Jonathan, what fabulous news!!!!!! It couldn't have happened to a better person, I am so very, very happy for you. Now you can continue your journey and hopefully, without any more problems. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences, both the good and the bad, it is reality, something we must all deal with.

Now don't be a stranger and please keep us posted. This is one story I can't wait to see how it all turns out. I'm a sucker for happy endings.

God Bless and Good Luck

Cindy

I am so glad for you ..

YAAAYYYY!!!

So glad for you, Jonathan!!

:does the happy dance for Jonathan:

Wow, what a relief THAT is!!!! And like DeLarla said, some MUCH needed news around this place!

That is great...I know you have to so happy about that!!! Here is to a happy and healthy you!!!

And to think you could have just waited by the phone... nah, you went in and got the results immediately,and cleared your mind, man am I proud of you! :devious Congrats on being a walking miracle! Three cheers!

I think this qualifies as our first Christmas Miracle... God Bless Us, Every One!

Congrats Jonathan!

YEEEHAW~~ I love the SCOR!! They are so cool. That should give us all hope.

Jonathan this is such fantastic news!

I am so happy for you