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MarvyMimi

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MarvyMimi    61

MarvyMimi
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I am real new to this site and in posting comments. I am a 56 year old gramma (they call me "Mimi"). I have decided to have a lap band and my first appointment with the surgeon is the 16th of this month. I have been to a seminar, researched this every which way I could and made my decision. I appreciate the comments from everyone even though at times it's made my head spin:). I look forward to this new season in my life. Happy a happy evening!!!:):):)

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SandyM    1,956

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You'll do great. It's been a journey worth making

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gowalking    10,790

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Welcome Mimi. I'll be 56 in a couple of months and am also a grandma. You may have read some of my posts but if not, in a nutshell, I had no life before the band. I was in tremendous pain because I had joint disease and could barely walk. I lost 70 lbs. and was able to get my hips replaced in October and now at more than 125 lbs. down, my life is almost normal again.

There's no way I can express how grateful I am to the band and how it's helped me. There's also no way I can express how grateful I am to the wonderful people on this forum who have helped me more than I can say.

Please keep us posted and let us know when the surgery will be scheduled.

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MarvyMimi    61

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Thank you to both of you ladies. I do understand the joint pain. I had my left knee replaced 2 1/2 years ago and the meniscus removed from my right knee 1 1/2 years ago. I have tried every weight loss program out there. My older sister passed away at the age of 54 and my older brother passed away at the age of 58. Both were from obesity related illnesses. As I got closer to the age of 60 I I really began to wonder if I was going to make it to 60. I am pretty healthy other than my weight. That may sound odd but I do not have diabetes yet or some of the other problems associated with being overweight. When I saw that my BMI was closing in on 40 I knew I had to change something. I am a hard worker and not a quitter. I am a two time cancer survivor and have much to live for. So here I am with this new journey ahead of me. I am excited yet nervous. But I know I can do this. Thank you for the words of encouragement and I will surely keep you posted!!:)

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MarvyMimi    61

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Hi everyone. Well my surgery is one week from today!! I am so excited but also nervous. I have learned much from reading the posts on this forum and look forward to learning more. I am having my surgery at Rose Medical Center in Denver, CO. I will be sure to keep you posted and thank you ahead of time for your support!!:)

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NolansNana    210

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Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!

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MarvyMimi    61

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Thank you NolansNana. I am headed to Denver this afternoon for my final appointments. I am excited and nervous. Am worried about pain post op but I am so ready to do this!! Have a wonderful day:):)

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SandyM    1,956

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Glad to see your journey is heading in the right direction. Keep us posted on how you do. We're all pulling for you.

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NolansNana    210

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So excited for you!

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MarvyMimi    61

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Thank you:). We just got home from Denver which is about two hours away from us. My surgeons office set all my pre-op appointments up for me today so I could get it all done at once. Everything is done and now I just wait for the 22nd. I appreciate the support!!:):).

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dawalsh    919

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From one Grandma to another you'll do great! I'm up there in age as well and when I met a 72 yr old who had it done I changed my attitude forever. I figured if she could have it done at her age so could I. I'm in my. 60's and feeling great!

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MarvyMimi    61

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Thank you. My date is the 22nd and I am starting to get a little nervous. It's like an excited nervousness--does that make sense? I know this is the right decision for me and I truly appreciate all of the responses I have received :). My grand kids wanted to go do the

Paddle boats tonight and I have to admit I just don't have the energy to do that. I know that will soon change and I look forward to being able to do the things I love to do and also the things my grandchildren like. Thanks again!!!

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SandyM    1,956

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While your waiting, go to youtube and search out the 8 golden rules of lapband. They are Introduction part 1-4. Very good info.

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