I just found out my surgery will be in July (granted my pre-op testing goes okay) SOOOOOOOOO

Here's a thread for everyone getting banded in July 07!

Does anyone have any good ideas for a neat name we could call ourselves?

Congrats, Caz on your wt loss!!! Isn't it exciting to see those lbs go?!?!?

Kristin, I've never scrapbooked before. It looks like a lot of fun though. Do you have a LapBand scrapbook??? Maybe you should make one. I did learn how to knit from a lady at my church and I found that to be very relaxing. I've been making those trendy, furry scarves. Haven't finished one, yet, though. LOL! I'm getting there.

Haven't seen Dini around...where are you??? Probably sound asleep by now.

Chim, I'm constantly walking at work, for 7 of my 8 hour shift. I wished I worked in a mall, then I'd be a mall walker during my breaks!!! I know I'll get there, and hopefully make up for it over the weekend.

Well, have a good night everyone. I'm home alone with Hunter tonight, DH is at a concert in Columbus. He's wore me out, so we're heading to bed.

G'nite eveyone!!

So, do we know what we're gonna do about our cruise?

Chim, I'm constantly walking at work, for 7 of my 8 hour shift. I wished I worked in a mall, then I'd be a mall walker during my breaks!!! I know I'll get there, and hopefully make up for it over the weekend.

Well, have a good night everyone. I'm home alone with Hunter tonight, DH is at a concert in Columbus. He's wore me out, so we're heading to bed.

G'nite eveyone!!

Well, that counts, too, doesn't it?

Have a g'nite's sleep!!!

Chim, I got an IM from Dini about an hour ago. We were chating, and then she signed off right in the middle. I hope nothing was wrong, and someone just walked in or something. G'nite.

Hi everyone! I haven't been on in awhile as I've been out of town. Been catching up on the posts.

Someone was asking about Slimfast shakes. Your doctor is probably thinking about the original shakes, not the new low carb ones. They've got 190 calories, only 6 carbs and four of those are fiber, so net of 2 carbs, and they have 20 grams of protein. And they are delicious! You can get a pack of 15 cans at Sam's for a really good price. Only $16 ish, and at the grocery stores it costs $5.50 to $6.50 for a four-pack, so it's a good bargain.

I have a shake for breakfast each day. I stick a can in the freezer while I dry my hair and then pour it into a frozen glass...delicious!

My surgery was 7/16, so I'm in the mushy stage, but eating more of the minced meats, like minced ham and turkey. Had tuna once, but it didn't taste that good. Haven't had any in years and I identify it as a diet food. Also having mashed and baked potato flesh. And well chewed chicken and pork. I don't really like many mushy foods, so I've been eating much more soft or shredded foods instead.

Don't get my first fill until six weeks out, 8/30. No problem eating any foods right now. But still eating between 500 and 850 calories most days. Still very aware of the port as it seems to pull when you move or roll onto your stomach, etc. so sleeping on stomach isn't as comfortable as it used to be.

Doing okay and still losing weight slowly, so I'm pleased.

Brandy, sounds like you're doing well, too! Good for you. It seems more and more of us are getting to the mushies phase. I'm glad you're still dropping those lbs...say goodbye b/c you won't be seeing them again! WOOHOOO!!!!

I can't get a fill until 6 weeks out, either. I really think I need one, though. So, I have to wait until 9/5 before that can happen. Oh well. I will just continue to hang strong until then.

What kind of unflavored protein powder is everyone using? Are you happy with it? what all do you mix it in? Thanks for the info and advice! Kim

unruhlyhd- I use beneprotein in my food. I don't really taste it. It is unflavored. I will let you know how the grape bullets go. Lets both hope better than the fruit punch. YUCK!!!!!!!!!

I haven't told too many a few people but my gf here at work blabbed it to almost everyone... I hate everyone coming in saying how are your doing - how much weight have you lost. I am not one to put all my business in the street... :eyebrows:

indioGirl- so sorry you had a friend who told everyone. I hate it when people do that. If it was something you wanted others to know you would have told. It is not her business to be sharing.

Good afternoon to all --how is your day going? I got some great sleep, am less sore today (8 days out) and feeling pretty good.:bounce:

The band I have is a APL (14cc's), it's one of the new bands, but not sure what the difference really is from any other band out there, maybe my doc said less healing time? Not sure.....

Have I told anyone since surgery? Not really, since everyone pretty much knew prior to it....lol. It's a big deal and I shared with my family and friend support group.....it's been great so far.

Since I had my one week follow up yesterday and the nurse told me to take more liquids for hunger, I have and really feel much better about it. I don't know why I thought I could only have so much each day....crazy.....they shouldn't have told me all this when I was in recovery....my brain was fuzzy.....:notagree

Caolin- so glad you are feeling better today. Your body probably just needed the rest. You have been through a lot!!!

Chimboree, Thanks!

All, Someone else was asking about who was telling and who was not. I'm still not! No one at work knows. And I only told two friends and a couple of family members. I kind of like it this way. It's my secret, so although people are noticing, they haven't got a clue.

Bought two bathing suits this weekend. Very pleased with them!

Chimboree, Thanks!

All, Someone else was asking about who was telling and who was not. I'm still not! No one at work knows. And I only told two friends and a couple of family members. I kind of like it this way. It's my secret, so although people are noticing, they haven't got a clue.

Bought two bathing suits this weekend. Very pleased with them!

Wow. 2 bathing suits! Go you! Do you know, I don't even own one suit??? I hated the way I looked in them...but boy, I'm getting excited now thinking about what style/color I'm gonna get!

I've always had bathing suits. I go to the beach, on cruises, etc. Bought one one-piece and one two-piece tankini. Love them! That's the only things new I've bought. I've been just stepping back through my old clothes. I think I'll keep doing that for the most part, until I've reached my weight or I run out of clothes..... )

:help:Ok people i have been wanting to ask this question... It's gross i know but since we have all been banded together i want to know if anyone else has this problem and maybe they have been to embarressed to ask. So her goes

I have had bathroom issues since i was banded 7/17.. At first it didn't bug me cuz as Sunny said Liqiud in Liquid out.. but then came mushy and still was have a problem - baby poop and OMG my tush has been killing me (hemoroids)- i almost have dumping - nothing immediately but soon after i eat i am on the pot.

Sunday finally bought some imodium ad - and was doing better but still go often - tush does seem to be healing up - but has anyone else had a problem in this department...

I was told by a friend who has a friend that was banded that she too has this problem - this person is a nurse (the banded one) and said that alot of bad people will either have the trots or plug up issues..

Anyone??

I have a problem with being plugged up. I bought some benefiber but have not started using it you. I don't know which is worse. At least my tush isn't sore :biggrin1:

Hey Sunny!!! How you doing? Yeah, yesterday I had a potty problem. Not fun, but I'm doing fine now. I will never eat like that again. Living and Learning!!!

Lynette- I hear you about the exercising. I started back to work yesterday. I did go walking yesterday in the AWFUKL heat and humidity but I tell you it would have been just as easy to set inside. I am fortunate enugh with my job I am able to go to the YMCA or walking. I work with people who are slightly disabled and honestly the 3 that I work with love to go to the YMCA. LUCKY ME!!!!!! Today while I was working we went to the Y and walked on treadmills. Don't feel bad though. You are getting some exercise in. You said you are up and down on a ladder quite often. Once it cools off we will all be more motivated. Besudes you did just start back after 5 weeks so it will take some time to 'adjust' to working life, home life, and band life. Don't worry it will all work out.

Kathy- I know what you are saying. I put one of these in my purse yesterday and when I was at my cousins house I was changing her daughter and my cell phone rang. I told her to answer it and it was in my purse. When I got off the phone she goes 'ok I have to ask. What the hell is that in your purse?' and she busted out laughing. We both laughed and had tears rolling out of our eyes.

Frustrated- I went in my pool yesterday for the first time also. IT WAS MARVELOUS!!! Think I will be using that alot this next couple of weeks.

only4me- your concoction you made up sounds yummy. I might have to try that.

cazulay- congratulations on the weight loss. WOW you are dong fabulous!!! I wish my doc would give me a fill. LOL I have to wait until 6 weeks post op. Just plugging along one day at a time. I do fine during the day it is at night. I know some of that is habit though and I need to get over it

Kristin- I have never done the scrapbooking. My daughter and her aunt really like it though. My DD made me a scrapbook a couple years ago of her and I. I love it!!!!!