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Kee's Journal
 

I learn something new everyday!!1

Hey, I didnt even know this was out here. Great, a spot where I can post all my info... where I can look back at a glance, yeahhh.   Most that know me know I have not been banded yet. I just finished the 6 month PCP visits and now I am just waiting for an answer. But in the meantime, I am not waiting to jump start my weightloss. Since the new year, I lost 25 lbs and hope to be at goal by 12/31. Some days I do really well and some days... DAMN, life aint so great. Well thanks to all my friends on LBT, I stay motivated and am looking forward to losing this weight for good!!! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:
keekahari

keekahari

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wiggygiggy's Journal
 

pre-op class

Well I kind of figured the pre-op class would be a waste of time, but I did learn that I have to drink this stuff the night before to clean me out - oh yippee. The class was mostly geared for gastric bypass patients but occasionally they would say something that was for lapband people. There were only 2 of us out of the 10 in the room having lapband. Man, I hope I"m making the right decision. I really feel that I am.   So far on the liquid protein diet - day 7 today - I"m down to 270 on my scale. Thats down 10 pds since the beginning of March, and 6 since the beginning of the protein diet. Its really not as bad as I thought it would be. I am not hungry, not craving foods, etc. I do miss the enjoyment of foods though - but not that much.   I still haven't figured out what I"m going to do after surgery - Larry's party is the first week post -op - :Banane59: Will cross that bridge when I get there I guess. First things first!   First - pre-op physical tomorrow! Tonight - work on the new room and get stuff ready for the weekend!! Friday - (tomorrow) leave to go camping for the weekend. Home Sunday - get groceries for the week and work on the room some more. I was really hoping we would get the room done before surgery but it doess't look too promising. But I"m not giving up! We have free evenings next week M-W and so hopefully we'll make some progress.   One more week - I can't believe its finally almost here!!
wiggygiggy

wiggygiggy

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TrishS's Journal
 

May 4, 2006

The continued story....   Well after I got home from surgery I followed my bandster rules to a "T". But in June I was starting to eat everything! It was time for a fill. :hungry: June 23, 2005 ~ I went into Colorado to get a fill (1st fill). As I was I could feel it getting tighter. So I was happy that I would have restriction. We spent the weekend in Colorado site seeing, we also took my mom for a small vaction. We had lots of fun. I was being very careful the whole weekend not to over eat. So I really just under ate so I wouldnt get sick. By the time I got back home and back into my normal life I was able to eat everything again. I had no restriction what so ever. :cry   August 5, 2005 ~ I went back to Colorado for another fill (2nd fill). This time taking my neice for a little vaction. Again I felt the fill that day he put it in. But after the weekend of having fun, by Sunday (when we are about to leave back home) I know I need a fill. The on call Dr. at the hospital paged my Dr. and he called me back saying he will met me at his office to have another fill.I thought that was very nice of him. (3rd fill) As he was working with the fill he would push in and out really fast trying and making sure he was talking out all of the air bubbles out. I thought this worked. And it probably did for a few days, but after that nothing.   November 18, 2005 ~ Again I went back for another fill (4th fill) This fill was very painful for me, while my Dr. was putting the needle in he was unable to find my port and he was pushing really hard. I could hear the grinding of the needle against my port, its like it echoed in my won body. I get the chills now just thinking about it. My Dr. notice that what ever he was putting in that same amount was NOT coming back out. Also at this time I could not feel the adjustment at all. My Dr. put his head down almost is shame. He said I had a leak in my port and I would have to have surgery again. they put me down for surgery on Dec. 22. I also reminded him of the numb area (where he cut the nerve) That I was in a lot of pain there so if he could look at it while I was under.   December 22, 2006 ~ I went in for surgery to have my port replaced. I ask my Dr. if he could also move my port down about 2inches. It was originally placed right under my rib and I was in a lot of pain driving or sitting down to long. Again I reminded him of the sharp pains I was feeling where it was numb on the surface of the skin, but painful inside. He marked an X where he would look. I came out of surgery groggy like normal. I was told there was a massive scar tissue around the tubing and he cut it away. He also put in 2cc's of saline while I was under (5th fill) I went home that same day to be with my family for Christmas. It was a hard and painful Christmas for me.   To be Continued.......
TrishS

TrishS

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scneaux's Journal
 

BANDLAND

Well I DID make it. Not without some quick thinking and shuffling, but I did it. I got to Mexico and was informed that I'd have to have the surgery that same day! I was a little nervous, had to mentally prepare myself (thought I'd at least get a good last meal in...) but I came to get banded so lets get on with it! The process was as good as I've ever been through in a US hospital. Very comforting nurses and procedures were identical to those in U.S. I was glad to get back home a couple of days later though, nothing like your own bed. I'm almost a week post-op and am starting thick liquids. This has been MUCH more satisfying to me. I'm not that hungry (mainly 'head' hunger) I am taking each day as a learning experience. I look forward to the day that my band and I will become good friends :Banane59: We are learning each other right now, and I am an open book, willing to learn and make new chapters in my life, with its help.
Shontel

Shontel

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vinesqueen's Journal
 

whirl-wind

Well, last week I had my week's work-up at OHSU.   My PIC line closed off, and the tape they used ate the skin off my arm, so I've been fighting an infection there. It really chewed up my arm, but it finally stopped hurting.   I got my famous jugs yesterday, so I'll do the first UFC tomorrow. I'm so wound up tonight, that I'm probably high.... Heh, any where else, in any other context, that would sound bad.   So, I didn't perform at the bellydance party on Friday, like I was supposed to. There will be other solos so I'm not really upset. I just couldn't face the questioning looks with the way my arms ended up being chewed up over the week. It would have just been too hard dealing with the questioning looks. Too hard.   Sunday afternoon I got a call from my sister. Our mother had been having some serious health issues, and the doctor called her on a Sunday, and told her that's she's got pancreatic cancer, it's verified. So now I have to deal with that, and with my rotten brothers.   Sunday night my Spudboy started throwing up with diarea, so I spent all night in the ER with him while they pumped him full of IV bags, pain medications and anti-nausia drugs. I think I got about 15 minutes snooze time in the ER.   Monday, after we got Spudboy home, and socked away in my bed, I think i got about 90 minutes of sleep, I was too wound up. I had a job interview at 3:00 and had to find and print my resume. Had to get the printer out, the good paper, and all that stuff. Road constrction in addition to not being sure where I was actually going for my interview added to the stress, but I arrived in plenty of time. I WOWed him. It was only an informal interview, to see if either one of us wanted to set up the full and formal interview loop. A full loop is an 8 hour loop, and is quite the endurance test. Anyway, I WOWed the guy! He's off for a 10 day inspection of one of the facilities in India, but he wants me to think about where in the organization I think I would fit best, what I would like to do most within the organization, where I want to focus.   Yesterday I had a partial unfill. I "only" had 1.5 cc in my band, but it was too much. I was getting tighter and tighter, and we decided that I should have .25 removed. I have had every meal without pain or PBs or slimes. Heaven! I'm hungry, and I know I'm eating more than I should. Funny, only a Banster would think that an entire chicken breast was too much food? I'm not tracking my meals, which is added stress I don't need right now. NWWLS has a new surgeon who's joined their practice, and he's an experienced neuro-endo-surgeon who's apperently one of the leading docs in the area, both subject and geography. He quickly outlined what the surgery would be in I had to have the adreanals done.   So, tomorrow I get my test resutls from Dr. L. I am excited and scared at the same time. I don't know what time he's going to call me. And I'm sitting here, wound up like a top.
vinesqueen

vinesqueen

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shackdog's Journal
 

Major success

Well tummy you did it again:scared: I did not think it could happen this quick. I went to the scale today and five days and you lost 12lbs gone.....wow wow wow.   Keep it up tummy and I will do my utmost best to keep you happy, we will have a grt xmas party if all goes according to plan and we hit the three digit mark by Dec 25.   I will buy you a new suit when this happens. What a grt story lets keep it going.:Banane59:
shackdog

shackdog

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TrishS's Journal
 

May 3, 2006

To bring my journal up to date I need to start at the beganing, I need to go back to January 4, 2005.......   Jan. 4, 2005 ~ I went in to Dr. Smith's office for a consult about the Lap Band. I was very excited and couldnt wait to get it. Dr. Smith explained the Band to me, I weighed in and that was all. I did not have to do any test no X-rays, no blood work, no EKG. I did though have to go thourgh a Psych. Evaluation and talk to a Dietician. I found someone in Alb. to do my Psych Evaluation, she didn't know anything about the band so I told her everything I knew of it and I guess I passed . The Dietician was in CO so she called me over the phone and we talked for about 30mins to 45mins. And I was all done. They origanlly put me down for March 13, 2005 to get the band. But money and time did not permit. So I waited until April 28, 2005. I went on a 10 day liquid diet pre-op and that was very hard for me. I think I lost 15 pounds. The morning of April 28, 2005 It was snowing in CO and I was in shorts Brrrrrr. I went in got my paper work done waited for the blood thiners to kick in... and that was it. I was under. I woke up and the first thing out of my mouth was "Am I Skinny Yet?" hahaha I spent the night in the hospital that night and then went to a hotel room until that following Monday. I went in to see my Dr. That Monday I was complaining of numbness on the out side of my tummy. My Dr. said "Oh I might have cut a neve Sorry!" Oh is that all... :Banane59: I went home and healed up.   I dont want this post to be so long its hard to read..... So...:bored To Be Continued.......
TrishS

TrishS

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shackdog's Journal
 

Going to the Wall

Well tummy, here it is several weeks after surgery and only four more days of punishment with the liquid diet, next I will throw musshies at you, please do not revolt, trust me I know that you need real substance. I tell you it is all worth it, stay in the battle because I know that WE will win.   I am on the front line and see whats coming, I promise I will not let any of the enemy artillery get past me to YOU. All I ask is that you dont throw back anything so I dont take one in the back side................:phanvan   We go see the doctor on tuesday and I know that he will say that you are getting smaller and smaller but you still play the most inportant part of our defense.:heh:   So let's buckle down and get back in the war, if we want to advance it will take both our parts to get the job done.:Banane59:     Yours truly signed mouth:eek:
shackdog

shackdog

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rebeccayvone's Journal
 

Had to do it

Had to get the lap band in mexico. My insurance wouldn't pay for it, because I don't have diabetes. I went by myself. I speak some spanish and the staff speak some English. I have done many things in my life, but I have to admit it was scary.:Banane59: I can honestly say it has almost completly curbed my apetite. I have lost 11 pounds and I have not had my first adjustment.:clap2: I had to work the 4th day post op because I had no time off.:think That really sucked bad. I told everyone I strained my muscles in mexico. Well my muscles did feel strained. Gotta go I'm at work.
rebeccayvone

rebeccayvone

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Sandybells's Journal
 

May 2,

3rd fill Had my third fill today. I am up to 2.6 to 2.8. No problem drinking so far. PA was a little reluctant to give a fill again this soon. 169.5 lbs Not too bad! I can not wait to see this weight drop.
Sandybells

Sandybells

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doubletrouble's Journal
 

May 2, 2006

Well I had my band filled on 4-12 I have not really seen a big difference. However, everyone at work is trying to loose weight so I am kind of on the band wagon. I worked out yest and today. I actually jogged on the treadmil and in front of people today and it was ok. I am weighing in at 223 so i can not bitch I started out at 310 pounds. 87 pounds in 9 months is something to be proud of. I am trying to stick to 800 calories a day and to exercise as much as possible I want to loose 100 pounds by the middle of June if possible even the firts of June. I just need to keep a positive atittude and my mouth shut!   :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :omg: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1:
doubletrouble

doubletrouble

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TrishS's Journal
 

May 2, 2006

Well it is 4 days after my 1 year Band Anniversay. This should be a day that I can rejoice in and be happy, but all I am is sad! :think April 28, 2005 I got my band I was so excited to start my life over. I wasnt wrong in that my life did start over just in the other way. It wasn't like that at first but everything just kept adding up. Now 1 year later.... I am broken down ripped into and tossed like a piece of meat. I am hopeing that having this journal will allow me to express my thoughts. Anyone can read them maybe even learn from them.
TrishS

TrishS

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vericks's Journal/Vickie
 

Surgery Date

It seems like it has taken forever to finally get all the paper work needed for United Health insurance, but I have been given the okay for a sugery date, May 9, 2006. This is it!:clap2: No turning back. Hurray! I am hoping that this will lead me on many roads to a successful weight loss future. Sometimes I have wondered if this surgery was meant for me with all the delays. I have had a lot of roadblocks along the way. I am grateful my insurance, who gave the go ahead. I hope I will continue that gratitude after the surgery. I don't like a lot of pain, (like who does), but I have a pretty good tolerance of pain. The forum has been such a help in helping me be informed. I'm sure I will have to pester everyone after the surgery as well. Just think a hiatal hernia repaired and smaller stomach pouch…the wonders of it all! Won't it be nice when someday I could say, I have a loss of 100 pounds…pinch me I'm dreaming!
vericks

vericks

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Leslie's Life, Chapter Two
 

Let The Journey Begin!!!

:banplease: I want to open the book and begin the next chapter of my life. I will bring along with me all of things I cherish including my son, my family, and my friends. I will bring along my mother and my father as they are a part of me and I hold them dearly in my heart. I need to find a place where I can hold onto the things in the past yet move forward into the future. I need to know that by my moving forward, I don't lose sight of the past. It is time for me to take the first step down this path and move ahead with my life. Thus, the journey begins. My first step begins with taking care of me. I need to take care of my health, I need to find a job, and I need to make some new friends.
Leslie W.

Leslie W.

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chabutter's Journal
 

Psych Exam today

Well today I had my Psych exam and finished the very last loop hole before my medical evaluation. I was nervous about it because I thought I would fail it. The psych doctor had a disability. He was nearly blind and he had contracted joints or lack of control in one of his arms. He told me I was a lot of fun and a joy to chat with. He was a nice guy,so im assuming that I passed the exam! I never would have imagined that two months would have passed by since I first got interested in this operation, and when I got all of my stuff together. I know I need help because in two months, my weight has jumped 12 pound without me doing anything different at all. Scary.   When i saw two fifty it just sealed the deal. Now this is where all the prayer comes in. I will have to pray about getting approved. I cant imagine my disappointment if I get a denial.
chabutter

chabutter

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NurseMichelle's Journal
 

042806 SURGERY IN MONTERREY, MEXICO

Hello, This is my Monterrey Mexico story which began on April 27th, 2006. I am going to keep and refer back to this when explaining what has happened to me when I went to go get the adjustable lap band done. I have done lots of research this last year about the adjustable gastric band. I have lost all personal hope of ever keeping my weight off. I feel that if I manage by a miracle to lose it, I will gain it back again eventually. I was interested in a way to keep it off permanently, but was afraid of the gastric bypass, which its main function is by malabsorption of the food you eat. That surgery as worked well for many, but I wanted something less dangerous and less invasive. So I found the lap-band which causes a person to feel full and eat much much less. I wish I had been prepared for what Mexico looked like. I have never been out of the United States and was quite naive. I went through Dr Roberto Rumbaut, who has done many many more than any physician I can find her in the states. He has a very low complication rate. He is located in Monterrey Mexico. He had drivers to pick us up and take us everywhere we were supposed to be. Hardly any of the drivers spoke much English, but they still got us where we needed to go. As they brought us into Monterrey, I was not prepared for the slums. Trash everywhere, and just homes that look like pieces of boards slapped together of all different shapes and colors. As we drove into the main part of Monterrey it was ok. The mountains are beautiful. It is a city of over 4 million. I like the states bette.... I was not prepared for how people drive. There are no stoplights, and they all drive very fast and ride each others bumpers, honking their horn and pulling out in front of people continually. It was a scary ride every time. As I spoke with other patients of Dr. Rumbauts, some from the states, and others from abroad, they said they drive like this everywhere in other countries, not just Mexico. I was amazed. Another thing that scared me were the police along the roads holding fully automatic machine guns. HELLO! Anyway, yes again, I have never been out of the US. My driver said, yah he liked it cause if he gets pulled over by the police he can pay them five dollars, and get out of a ticket I think I would rather be able to trust that the police were honest and doing their jobs, not that they are all that way here in the states!! It just feels safer here. We certainly have our own corruption. We were taken from the airport straight to the cardiologist for pre-op tests. He was very kind and seemed very competent. He spoke enough English to carry on a conversation. We then were taken to our Hotel at Hampton Inn, which was very nice. Later in the evening we were taken to see Dr. Rumbaut and his staff. I spoke his nutritionist, dietician, and Dr. Rumbaut and his assistant. My husband and I were impressed. Dr Rumbaut told me he has had his own band for 8 ½ years and has maintained a 110 pound wt loss. The next morning I went to surgery. I was very impressed with the hospital, it was beautiful, nicer than any I have seen here, and the medical equipment was excellent. The surgery went well, but they kept me in recovery for a lot longer because I was in so much pain. I remember just crying out in pain. Dr Rumbaut said to the nurses to get my pain under control before I could go to my room. All I could think of is I wanted my husband, but no one could understand me. And they wouldn’t let him come back into recovery. So finally in the evening they let me go to my room and I was so grateful to see my honey. I had terrible pain throughout the night. They told me it was gas pain. I couldn’t drink much cause it hurt and also made me feel like vomiting. I certainly didn’t want to do that after a stomach operation. So the Dr. that was their, I don’t know who he was, had them give me more meds, which helped, then about 1am, the nurse came in and shut off my fluids and my pain medicine, and left. I was like OH MY GOSH! So I layed their for about an hour then went out and asked for more meds. I know they understood me, I asked three different times. They knew I was upset. They didn’t care. It was crazy. Then at 445 am I called and said in English, Please Please bring me medicine.!!! They came right in like nothing had happened and gave me medicine. So when the DR. and his surgeon came in around 730, I was crying about what had happened and they were so upset, my husband thought the surgeon was going to cry with me. It was nice to see compassion. They had given us before they left their personal cell numbers, but we didn't think to call them. They said we should have and they would have taken care of everything. Oh well, So they got me all fixed up and told me I was dehydrated and that I had to drink and walk. So after I felt better, I did do those things. And the nausea was gone. Anyway the hell went on into the next day as I checked back into my hotel room. The gas was getting less, but still bad. Feels like a heart attack sorta. Really I didn’t feel better until two days later. As I talked to some of his other patients that had surgery the same day, they had no problems at all. Thought it went smooth. For some reason this old body took in a lot of the gas and couldn’t get rid of it. My pain was so horrible. Dr Rumbaut told me my pain was unusual, but to be assured my surgery went beautifully. No problems at all. So now I am writing this four days later and I feel much much better. I am going back to work tomorrow. Still slightly tired, but doing well. And what is so so funny, is that I have restriction. Usually you have to wait for six weeks to get a fill into your band, so it will be tighter and make you full. I am on a liquid diet for two weeks, then a soft mushy diet for two weeks, then normal foods. At this point, I cannot eat over 6-8 ounces of any liquid or I get too full. It is great, I have been on liquids for five days now.. Dr. Rumbaut told me The band was a little tight, and that I would like that. Well so far I sure do. Dr. Rumbaut came to my room the last day and checked on me and answered questions. They will be referring me to some Dr. in Kansas City to do my fills. If I ever have any problems though, I will go back to Dr. Rumbaut. I feel they definitely are the specialists that they appear to be. So all in all, I am happy. I was not prepared for the gas pain, but I am through that now. I am losing weight. I don’t know how much, I can just tell. I am trying to eat well and am taking liquid vitamins. Dr. Rumbaut’s dietician will guide me through this during the year via email. Helping me know If I need and adjustment on my band or not. And helping me eat right. I pray everything continues well, and this time next year I will be minus 100 pounds or so. I will keep you updated.. Love Michelle
NurseMichelle

NurseMichelle

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Joy Joy's Journal
 

My Journey

7-25-2005   I have been looking into WLS for about 6 months now. I kinda stumbled upon this web site. Very happy I found it. I knew right away this was for me.   MIBC Chicago IL DR Horagan: I went to an infosession on July 9th and I have my consultation on Aug 4th. Im getting a little nervous. I have only told my mom, brother,best friend and boyfriend, oh and also my sons daycare provider ( I have known her for 8 years) we both had our breast reduction around the same time. I havent told my Dad and my older brother I know what they are going to say. Just eat less and exercise. this is comming from a skinny man in his 50s and a my brother the muscular personal trainer both who have never had a weight issue in their life! I will deal with them when the time comes I dont need be stressed out any more about this. Anywhoo I am 33 years old mother of two boys (15mos & 8 yrs) also my boyfriends daughter just moved in with us from TX she's 10. I am about 5'1" 195-201 depending on the week. I have about 75-80 lbs to lose. It may not seem like a lot considering my starting weight is most WLS goal weight. But I am short so it shows alot on me. No one is really overweight in my family or my bf family. So I kinda stick out like a sore thumb. My BF is very muscular and fit. He runs and wo everyday. He is very loving but does want me to be fit. ** I am not doing this for him*** I am a self pay. My insurance does have and exclusion regarding WLS. I will be getting a loan from a finance company to pay the 15k. My wake up call was a full length picture of me. I looked twice the size I felt! I'll will have to get that pic up for inspiration. ttyl   7-29-2005 Got on the scale today 210! I gained 10 lbs. I shouldnt be supprised I havent been eating "good" things lately. Probably because i know i am having the band done im splurging a little. I know bad bad bad! Lately i have been having weird dreams related to wls. I dream that all of my skin was hanging off me and my boobs kinda delfated. which they kinda already have ...i had a breast reduction in 2001 i went from a 38ddd to a 36c but i gained weight so now i am a 38d ...highly recommend it to anyone who needs it. anywhoo... I guess some of my fears about the surgery are manifesting in my dreams...anyone else?   8/5/05 I left work early today to take the train downtown for my consult with the doctor @ MIBC. I had to take a cab from the train station because it was to far to walk and I was already late. My appt was a 4pm I go there at about 4:20. traffic was crazy today! When arrived they asked for my packet and told me to wait. I was called in by a very nice lady she took my BP and asked me if I was allergic to anything, then she had me stand on the scale…uggg. I was pleasantly surprised because on my prior post I had gained 10lbs. I weighed in at 201. I know I didn’t loose that much, I figure my scale was off a little at home and Aunt Flo had just visited me. Soooo anyway. I waited in the office until the Dr was ready to see me. Dr Horgan was on vacation so I had to see another Dr. I forget his name but he was nice. We talked for about 30min about why I was there, my lifestyle, past diets etc. He made it very clear that this was not magic and that I should not have any fantasies about the bad doing all the work. I told him I need help and that I know I can succeed with this tool. He agreed and said this will work for you if you work the program, exercise eat right, etc. He says a good weight for me and my height would be 125, that’s what I figured although I cant imagine myself that small I think I was in jr high the last time I weighed that much. I also talked to the nutritionist briefly we went over my diet and exercise. She advised me to practice being a bandster. No pop, eat slow and small bites no drinking before during and after meals….ugh it’s killing me but I know it’s worth it. I didn’t start immediately there is a gourmet popcorn shop around the corner I waited an ½ for 1 pound of popcorn it was worth it although I only ate 1-2 cups the rest was sucked up by my BF. I also passed by some shops on Michigan Ave. I cant wait to go shopping at H&M and forever 21, they have so many cute clothes I can only browse right now but hopefully in a year or so after my visits to the doctor I can treat myself to a new outfit each time!.   ***MAJOR CHANGES**** 4-16-06 WOW nine months since I have posted anything. Well so much has changed. I never did get the lap-band with Dr. Horgan. I made a decision to quit my job in Jan 06 to pursure my passion, make-up and skin care. I am in school full time training to be an Esthetician. I will be done in July 06. It is the best decision I have ever made! Now that I am a student I have a medical card. I always heard that you cannot get the band if you have a medical card but I think I have found a doc that will do it. I have a consult with Dr Shayani on May 16 at 8am. I can't wait to hear what he has to say. ( if anyone has any information on using the medical card or Dr Shayani please email me at joyhatchett@comcast.net). IMy BF is getting really excited learning about the surgery, we sat here on the computer for hours looking at all off the before and after pics. He cant wait to work out with me and buy me new clothes. Well... Today was Easter I ate very well but my tummy is paying for it now. The kids had fun finding eggs and eating all the candy they could.   05.02.06 I went to the doctor today for a nail infection....don't ask....anyway they made me get on the scale..as if I was not in enough pain...208....wow I really dont feel this big!!!!! Well my consult is getting close 14 days away..I can't wait I hope it all goes well.
Joy Joy

Joy Joy

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wiggygiggy's Journal
 

Liquid Protein Diet - Day 3/4

I started the liquid protein diet on Friday, April 28th. Friday night though I went out to eat and just watched what I ate. Its not been that bad at all. I'm not feeling hungry at all! I've been consuming between 60-65 grams of protein per day, and staying under 1000 calories too. Yesterday was only 650 calories! Needless to say I've lost four pounds. I sure hope it stays this easy. I can't say that I really am missing food per say, but I haven't been really tempted either. As long as I am not hungry there shouldn't be a problem, I hope!! I imagine by the end of this requirement I will be really missing chewing foods. lol. I am/was constipated up until today. I took some Metamucil and that must've done the trick. Gotta make sure I keep up with my drinking water too! So much to remember!!   112 pds to go!! :clap2:
wiggygiggy

wiggygiggy

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brilee's Journal
 

May 1st 2006

It's been a week today. I've lost 12 lbs. I started full fluids yesterday but I'm still so hungry. I was told to get protein powder to add to my meals but that stuff is disgusting. Just can't do it. So, I'll take one day at a time. Took a bath last night and removed all my stery-strips. Doesn't look too bay. First day back at work so I figured I'd re-cover them again in case anything rubs. All in all - a pretty good first week.
brilee

brilee

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Beaglebragade1's Journal
 

Discurraged!!

Today when I went to work I was in a good mood. I told one of my managers about me wanting to have lap band... and she got upset and told me I was too young and I would just regret it. It really upset me because I am determined on this and she just set me back. She said that she knew people that have had it done and she said my stomach will just strech around the band and the people that have had it done that she knows just gained the weight back and more. I have to go tomorrow to get my referal to a specialist and I have to call my insurance company to see if they cover the surgery. I just havent had anyone tell me it was a bad idea yet and it really hurt! I was so excited and she just wrecked it all today:help:. Hopefully tomorrow will be better!! good night
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:notagree Banded on Thursday morning today is Sunday. Very weak and tired. Can't seem to sleep enough and have absolutely no energy. I am wondering if I have made the world's biggest mistake. Feel depressed.:help:
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