Vera

Blossom I was banded in Monterrey Mx and found several docs that will do fills near me, it's just a question of price. I have a swedish band simular to yours. It took me 3 fills durning the first few months to feel restriction (5.7cc's total) I'm looking into having another fill soon. I believe the new larger band you have is better then the smaller one. Once you get that restriction everything will start working like it should.

Doc Sanchez banded me 8-14-03. I do not know Kelly???

Hi Donna...Welcome to LBT 26 lbs in 2 mo's is great! If your comfortable with how you feel and your food intake than why push a fill. When you stop loosing and are able to eat more then get a fill. It's all about how you feel. Restriction is the key with the band. Some people go for a long time before getting a fill. I got my first fill at 6 weeks then another 8 weeks later, then one more 8 weeks after that. That was last January. That fill did me good for 6 months. You learn to feel your body...everybody different

Drink more water excersize more get up on water skis!

You should report it, that's my opinion!Yes there's that chance it got banged hard durning impact. You don't see redness that's a good sign. On the other hand... I think it's stress. Your a bundle of nerves. Looking for the new car, brain compiling data. Insurance stuff.. If you've lost some weight lately, you feel the port more often. I'd still report it with the attending insurance physican, at least get it on record.

Isn't that the way it go's...face shows so much. I feel like frosty the snow man right about now. I'm saving for a face lift...eyes, chin...neck...boobs

Mary I'm so happy for you. wow 55lbs in 6 mo., great job. Thanks for posting your pics

Heather You are so inspirational and beautiful. Thanks for posting your pics

Just want to say "Hi Rachel"

Kelly So sorry to hear of this ordeal. I know a friend with cancer that has a port for her kemo. Hang in there.

I used credit cards. I found out after I got home when the statements came in I was charged an-additonal fee for useing them, not much but beware. While in flight to MX I was given a questionaire form. I responded with "medical" same thing at customs.

Alexandra Last January when my son was in the hospital, I came home for a shower, to check e-mails and to give an update on his condition. You were right there with support for me , Thanks. That was the first thing I thought of when reading this post. It's so scary when kids are sick and when you get sick as well it sucks. My motto has been "Once you fix something...something else brakes, the never ending list of life" Wishing you the best for 05

Sweety, Penni Take the best care of yourself and hug MOM tight..for me Be safe big kisses I'm off for Tahoe snow in your pocket Vera

Out the door with your head held high! I also wish the best for you.

I believe Carol is currently in Vegas, So I hope I can help with the margarita's I did this a couple of times and they turned out good. 3 parts tequila 1 part triple sec 6 parts margarita mix Mix together and put into container (or baggies) place in freezer over night. Alchohol does not freeze but the mix does, thus makes a slush. Carol concur on this when you can. Have fun

I know the BayBandsters are planning a bash around Memorial day and they were discussing how Inamed was only contributed 500.00 to the event but J&J (distributor of the, now in clinical trails, Swedish band) was willing to sponsor the whole event. I don't know who their speakers are. Good idea and lets us who if you go for it.

I miss Donali Has anyone heard from her? I use to come on this board every morning just to read her inteligent, caring posts. I miss her. I know there’s no reason for her to frequent here since she had to have her band removed due to erosion. Donali if you ever lurk…Merry Christmas and I miss you.

Everybody HungChow tonight...cha cha cha

Carol don't forget Bob...

Have fun! I still rave about the crab cakes eggs-benedict at the Bellagio....yum

Tman, Please call the doc and have them check it out like Marie suggests.

Thanks, She talks to me often, I hope you can believe me. She is a guardian angel!

Chrissy, My heart is so sorry, I wish the best in your future.

Just wanted to say Hi Leo! long time no hear/see... Babs, You are so stressed...house not sold, travel everyday, stress takes such a told and kids, I know, One has a certain personality and the other...Besides being the caretaker, cook, cleaner should i go on. there are times I just want to stop the train and get off but we can't, bills have to be paid.. We do love our families and want the best... do try and take time for YOU.

Jack, 12/21 is a very good day! sending prayers your way. Your new journey will be everything you've hoped for and more.