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If anyone in the Dallas area would like to get together just let me know. I'm almost 2 months out...and would be happy to answer any questions (although I am by no means an expert) and the companionship would be great.

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hello,

i'm in the DFW area - very close to waxahachie.

i'm getting the sleeve done tues (june 15). i currently have the band, but it's coming out and the sleeve is taking place.

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Hi MommytoEthan,

OMG!! Too exciting.. I am very happy for you..

I am now awaiting approval. Was submitted to Insurance on 6/3.

Pls keep in touch.. I will look you up to see how you are doing..

You will be in my prayers..

Write to me anytime.. I have not been sleeved yet but I am praye warrior and

Be truly blessed.

Jackie

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Sleeved a week ago yesterday in Dallas by Dr. James Davidson. Basically NO pain after surgery. I had a migrine that was a killer, a side affect from the paid meds, but once I could take MY prescription meds the next morning I was 'tender' but pain free. I took Tylenol w/Cod only at night to help me relax and sleep, but mostly so I could sleep on my side comfortably...and did that for six nights. I love the sleeve, I have NO hunger, very weird feeling. I am having trouble getting in enough Protein. It has not happened yet. :biggrin0: How about you that are a year or more out, does the hunger come back at all? I am so full trying to get in protein, it is uncomfortable.

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Sleeved a week ago yesterday in Dallas by Dr. James Davidson. Basically NO pain after surgery. I had a migrine that was a killer, a side affect from the paid meds, but once I could take MY prescription meds the next morning I was 'tender' but pain free. I took Tylenol w/Cod only at night to help me relax and sleep, but mostly so I could sleep on my side comfortably...and did that for six nights. I love the sleeve, I have NO hunger, very weird feeling. I am having trouble getting in enough Protein. It has not happened yet. :001_rolleyes: How about you that are a year or more out, does the hunger come back at all? I am so full trying to get in Protein, it is uncomfortable.

I almost hate protein at this point. I get close but have yet to get it all in. I have been taking an Atkins shake and adding a scoop of Isopure. That is 40 right there. I usually get 3/4 of it down before I decide I just can't stand anymore. Are you coming to the class on Monday? I would love to meet you. I think the doc did a bang up job as far as pain goes. Once I get these staples out I will be a much happier camper. I long for cream Soups.

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Hey everyone! Wow tons of ppl from tx. Who new?! Anyone close to east tx? I still have a long wait for mine but would love updates on everyones progress and pix! Good luck to all who are waiting and congrats to all that are losing!

K

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I'm from Texas but closer to Beamont/Orange area,sleeved in April by Dr. Marvin in Houston. Carla

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I am a lot happier with the staples out! He left one, the one in my navel and it came out a couple of days ago, and I'm glad. I was patting dry after my shower and it ended up on the towel! Anyway, I am in Galveston this week, but will be at a nutrition class the a week from tomorrow, will you be there? I'd love to meet you too. I agree, I think he did a bang up job. I am totally off of pain meds for two nights now. I'm doing cream Soups now. I'm trying to be creative. This Protein business is driving me nuts. I'm sitting at a Star bucks now but coffee isn't good to me any more. I hope that doesn't last. I brought my own Decaf iced tea, my husband is drinking coffee. We have no internet at the beach house. What a bummer! Oh well....I'll be back and check my email etc. in a couple of days! Take care!!! Glad you are doing well. Hope to meet you soon!!

I almost hate Protein at this point. I get close but have yet to get it all in. I have been taking an Atkins shake and adding a scoop of Isopure. That is 40 right there. I usually get 3/4 of it down before I decide I just can't stand anymore. Are you coming to the class on Monday? I would love to meet you. I think the doc did a bang up job as far as pain goes. Once I get these staples out I will be a much happier camper. I long for cream soups.

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I am a lot happier with the staples out! He left one, the one in my navel and it came out a couple of days ago, and I'm glad. I was patting dry after my shower and it ended up on the towel! Anyway, I am in Galveston this week, but will be at a nutrition class the a week from tomorrow, will you be there? I'd love to meet you too. I agree, I think he did a bang up job. I am totally off of pain meds for two nights now. I'm doing cream Soups now. I'm trying to be creative. This Protein business is driving me nuts. I'm sitting at a Star bucks now but coffee isn't good to me any more. I hope that doesn't last. I brought my own Decaf iced tea, my husband is drinking coffee. We have no internet at the beach house. What a bummer! Oh well....I'll be back and check my email etc. in a couple of days! Take care!!! Glad you are doing well. Hope to meet you soon!!

I have the class on Monday and after that I don't know know my next appointment. Please do keep in touch.

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Hello fellow Texans, I just got sleeved June 16,2009. Today I'm walking the air out, whew....

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