Hey everyone! I hope you guys don't mind that I've started a new thread. I've been talking to Terri from Dr. B's office, and she wants to email all of Dr. Bagnato's patients about this website and this support chat that all of us Bagnato Bandsters have going on. She was really impressed by how we've been supporting each other and wants all of Dr. B's patients to be able to come here and get support.

I wanted the title of the thread to be clear and make sure everyone who was banded by Dr. Bagnato knows that they are welcome here, even if they don't live in Albany.

For anyone who is interested, we have formed a support group and have decided to meet once a month.

Our first group meeting will be Feb. 7th at Ruby Tuesday in Tifton, Ga at 6:00 pm. This meeting is basically just a "get to know each other" meeting. I hope to see all of you there!

Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend. I can't do too much on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays due to the activities my daughters are involved in (dance, cheerleading, band). Maybe the next one will be on a Thursday.

Georgia Girl- Congrats on your weightloss!!! I just noticed that your ticker moved!!!

I'm not sure about the support meeting yet, as I have an appointment on the 8th. To go back on the 9th may be a push!!! If I choose to come, I'll have to bring someone who hasn't been banded as a traveling buddy because it's about a two hour drive for me.

Got 1cc last Thursday. Had to go back yesterday and get half of it taken out. Couldn't eat - could barely drink. Lost 8.6 pounds during that time. Thank goodness I'm now back on track! Don't think this is the "sweet spot" but I think we're very close.

I cant wait till the meeting Tuesday!

I'm planning on going if at all possible!

Ok- Where exactly is the rehab center in relation to the OTC?

Hello everyone:

I so wish that I could attend the lapband support group meeting, but you all know that I work that funky ass schedule now. I will actually be at work at at the time that the meeting is being held.

Alas, do not worry. For I have the determination of a weed. (and you know once weeds enter a garden it it darn near impossible to get rid of them). NONE of you have gotten off of the hook that easily. I will at some point find a way to meet the majority of you.

Until then, enjoy the peace of mind while you can. :redface:

I was really looking forward to meeting you tonight, not just because you are so close to my height, but because you have such a great attitude...and I want to learn how to add all the 'extras' my to signature thingy like you did!

Well, both the Ladies that were going to ride with me have had to change their plans, so......looks like my husband will be coming with me because it is such a long drive and we will be late getting home. I hope no one minds a naturally skinny "older" man at the meeting.

So who all is planning to attend tonight?

I had planned on coming and was bringing a friend who was banded in July, but am home sick today. A nasty sinus infection. I sure hope they have a good turn out tonight.

I'll be there if DH gets off in time. He got home late last night. I have a sick DD too...I'm going to do my best to be there though. I'm not sure where the Rehab is?????

NOt sure either Leslie- when I called and asked the lady told me on 13th avenue where the OTC is and to just follow the signs. Not sure if i'll be there tonight either. THis day has been horrible at work and not sure I'll get to go.

Well, now I'm afraid I'll drive all the way from Perry only to find out that no one else is coming! Shoot and Dagnabbit!!! What should I do?

RosieJo - I think the'll be more people there than just on the boards here. There are people going I'm sure that don't come to LBT. I'm planning on coming. I just spoke to DH - I'm going to the gym when I get off and then going to head over to the meeting.