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Hi everyone. I was banded 12-12-12. Was just wondering if this group is still together. I live a little south of DALLAS. Had surg done at true results in Richardson. Go for first fill on the 10 th of jan. I'm so ready for a fill I have no restriction at all. Is anyone else going thru this???

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I live in far north Dallas/Richardson and work in McKinney. I was banded wednesday' date=' 3/14 by dr. Benavides. I'd like to join your group.[/quote']

I wanted banded by him in September and live/work in Plano. Please let me know or message me if you would like to chat!

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For anyone that's interested, there's a new group meeting in Arlington. Here's the details:

The meeting is a go!

We will be meeting on Thursday, January 31 (last Thursday of the month) at 6:30pm. At Mochalux coffee & Tea Co. 1101 E. Bardin Rd, suite 101, Arlington, TX 76018. It is off Interstate 20 and S. Collins in a strip behind chicken Express.

They charge a fee of $25/hour to let us meet and to reserve seats, but that fee is waived if we purchase $30 worth of drinks/products. Hopefully you won't mind chipping in towards that amount in case we don't purchase enough.

I'm thinking this first meeting will be more of a meet and greet and we can discuss what kinds of things we are hoping to accomplish in our meetings. Also, it shouldn't last longer than an hour.

Hope to see you there!!!

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Hi, is there anyone out there who lives in or near Venus? I am a low BMI bandster and am getting down and very discouraged. I am sure I am not doing what I need to be doing. I need help. I need a buddy to push me in the right direction.

Thank you,

Deborah

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We will be getting today this next Wednesday, at 6:30, again in south Arlington. Everyone is welcome.

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We will be meeting this Wednesday at 6:30pm. At Mochalux coffee & Tea Co. 1101 E. Bardin Rd, suite 101, Arlington, TX 76018. It is off Interstate 20 and S. Collins in a strip behind chicken Express.

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That's great! I'm in hurst and the other two ladies that I started this with are in ft worth. We all had lunch last Sunday, it was so much fun! I think support is huge in all of this. Teri, already had the surgery in jan and Tammy and I will be in April. My name is Tahnee, what is urs?

I also live in Hurst. Count me in!!!!!!!!!!!!

Banded 8-4-11. lost 50, gained back........25. ready to hit 145.

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We are meeting again this Sunday at mochalux in arlington at 4:00. Hope to see you there.

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Hi, all:

I have my preconsultation with True Results on Friday and I'm wondering when you all are going to meet up again. I would love to talk to you guys about your experiences and maybe find someone to buddy up with. Pls let me know!

Thx!

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Hey there' date=' me and a couple other gals in the dfw area have started a support group. If u would like to join us on this journey please do so! I am being banded April 2 with Dr Adam Smith. Come join us!![/quote']

Dr Fererra is my surgeon...he did your doctors lap band surgery...wow small world..please inbox your support group time and place...thanks.

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Hi! April 26 is my one-year bandiversary!! Im looking for a group for support! My email is mon.storey@yahoo.com

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We are meeting again this Sunday at mochalux in arlington at 4:00. Hope to see you there.

Do you have an email group to send out info of upcoming meetings? If so please add me- mon.storey@yahoo.com. Thanks!!

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I also live in Hurst. Count me in!!!!!!!!!!!!

Banded 8-4-11. lost 50' date=' gained back........25. ready to hit 145.[/quote']

I live in Euless. Please add me to your email group - mon.storey@yahoo.com

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Hi, my name is Khris. I am approved to be banded, now waiting for pre op instructions and scheduling. I live in Dallas, near white rock lake (north east). I would love to join your support group as well. Please add me to your email list. Khriswidener@hotmail.com.

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