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Do U use Lap band ID for Kiddie/Sr/Smaller meals

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mauraclegg    29

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Hmmm- I don't have a card either. But typically I bring left overs home.

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hlong1985    0

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Went to Golden Corral yesterday here in Dayton, Ohio and I asked if they gave a discount or anything for weight-loss surgery patients and they charged me as a senior, however this took 50 cents off. She said they use to charge it as a kids meal but people were taking advantage of the discount. This was the 1st time dining @ a buffet since my surgery, however it was very expensive for only eating small portions. I know that Olive Garden I had to show my card when I went there.

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icequeen813    3

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Hi friends,

I am a normally very assertive confident person in all areas of my live except about my weight.

So here is the question: as of yet I have not used my lap band ID for a kiddie, senior or smaller meal.

I normally just ask for what I need and more or less get what i want. But recently I counted 5 takeout boxes in refrig and think I need to grow a set. Can you share your experiences with me?

I just have a fear that the skinny little waiter/waitress will not be sympathetic and I will be the joke of the kitchen - I go to the same restaurants often enough that I would be recognized and It would NEVER be forgotten even years from now when I am slim and normal.

The only time I used my lapband card was Boma Restuarant in Animal Kingdom,Disneyworld...just showed the card to restuarant manager...no problem got the child's price.

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charise    0

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Honestly, I can not bring myself to do it. I might if I was away but live in a small town and have not told many people. For now, I am just spending too much on food I guess.

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Jess55    97

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I am not assertive at all. I don't have a card, nor would I ever feel comfortable using it. I don't go out much, so if I do I'd just order regular and bring home leftovers. I've ordered bunless hamburgers out and just asked for a salad instead of fries, I've only had one place say no and I got up and left.

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Cindy C    150

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Honestly, I can not bring myself to do it. I might if I was away but live in a small town and have not told many people. For now, I am just spending too much on food I guess.

I find that it's easier to go out than to cook. I always bring home leftovers but then I don't usually eat them. I just cleaned out the fridge and threw away enough to feed a small army! There was Greek, Mexican, Chinese and German. I probably could have bought a new pair of jeans with what I spent on what I didn't eat! :unsure:

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JimR915    21

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I am going to get the opportunity this weekend to try out my Lap-band card. We are taking my daughter out to a great restaurant for brunch on Sunday for her birthday. I have no intention of paying full price for the little bit of food that I can eat. I checked with the restaurant, and they did not seem surprised by my question and said that it would be no problem, they would charge me the child rate.

A tip of my hat to them for understanding and letting me off the hook.

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Julia_N    2

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When I order a dinner at a restaurant, it means two additional lunches at work. I'm going to start bringing my own takeout containers so I don't have to wait for the server to bring boxes that usually end up leaking all over my car. I can't do buffets. Even when I'm careful, I usually get stuck.

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cakegirl    12

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I don't have a card, but I'm practicing being assertive at restaurants. I went to a cafe recently that serves a big bowl of pumpkin Soup and two huge pieces of buttered sourdough toast for $8. When I ordered, I said something like "Could I please have the pumpkin soup, but only fill the bowl halfway, and with no toast. I'll pay $4 for it." and they accepted my offer!

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onenuttynurse    0

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I live in Washington and use my card all the time. I recently had my Fluid taken out of the band due to severe reflux issues, but I still use to card to order off the kiddie or senior menu to help me stay on track with my eating. I have never been turned down, and most of the restraurants are very aware of weight loss surgeries....

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sandy1    1

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Since I have an actual LAPBAND..... My Dr gave me a packet from that manufactor. I sent in the registration card and recieved the card.

How long did it take to receive your card? I sent off for mine and it never came. It has been 4 months. :(

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sandy1    1

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I live in Washington and use my card all the time. I recently had my Fluid taken out of the band due to severe reflux issues, but I still use to card to order off the kiddie or senior menu to help me stay on track with my eating. I have never been turned down, and most of the restraurants are very aware of weight loss surgeries....

Luby's turned me down!!!! They are too greedy.

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readytolosemomof5    0

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How long did it take to receive your card? I sent off for mine and it never came. It has been 4 months. :(

Yes, I was wondering the same thing. Only I have been waiting about a month for mine.

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FLORIDAYS    3,040

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It was very fast....2 weeks or so

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lifeisjustbeginning2011    11

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I used my card once at PF Chang and it was fine. Waitress didn't even blink an eye. :)

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