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Viva Las Vegas I get a fill next Wednesday, get my hair done next Friday, and bought a new camera...I'll be ready! Penni are you still the coordinator?? I'll E-mail you my cell#. Is there anything I can bring besides my favorite exchange clothes? I can't wait to meet everyone:cool: Blue Hair Lady Bingo-Here we come Countdown

Absolutely beautiful

Dazzey 66 lbs. is a great accomplishment. Congratulations, You'll see Onederland soon, keep up the good work. Sounds like your doing things right. I don't actually measure in a cup/scale. My way of measuring is visual. A piece of meat the size of a deck of cards equalls about 4 oz. The small plate, saucer is a great way of viewing how much you eat cause it doesn't hold much. If your counting proteins and carbs..., Fitday.com is a great tool.

Leatha What a beautiful family, I love pics!

Thanks Highjackers! You made my day. In the mornings I weigh 177, in the evenings 180. It's been that way for months. Yes, I'm addicted to the scale.... Congratulations again Leatha

Wow Babs You'll be in Onederland by next week!! Congratulations! Can't wait to meet you in Vegas for the October bandster bash!

Ditto!! Thanks Donali Its so nice to come on this board and feel "I'm not the only one" Even though I haven't lost any weight in 3 months, I haven't gained any either. For the first time in my life I'm NOT yo-yoing. FYI I just made an appointment for a fill next week. It's been since last January and I can eat almost anything....Some of you may remember on my last fill the doc could'nt get any saline out (possible link) so this time we're going to try a stand up fill. If we can't get any saline out, then it's off to Flouro. It's time for a check.

I love the beach pic the best!! You've done an Awesome job! Congratulations

Penni You look wonderful! Great pics, looks like you had a lot of fun in Jamaica. Happy belated birthday

I know how you feel... realistically I can't see being 144....I'm a goal setter, a list creator, an organizer. I truly feel healthier and happier. I think that's a goal in it self. You've done a wonderful job with all you've been through! You deserve a pat on the back, Way to go and AMEN.

Hi Jemigirl Friday the 13th has been Good Luck for you.....Congratulations and Welcome!

Hi Karen Congratulations and Welcome LBT

We'll be thinking of you tomorrow and I'll be saying a prayer. Congratulations

Hey Sue We talked about JNJ stock about 5 months ago and I bought some shares at 50. in April, now its at 57. Slow and steady. Thanks for the tip. I have the JNJ (Swedish) band and am very happy with my progress so far.

Will' do Barb. Long time no hear...

Congratulations!! Most people can not eat normal foods within a few days after op. Do check into this again, mush foods, yougart, soup maybe. Otherwise looks like your all set. Good Luck

Sue3 I'm glad your husband sees your health as a top priority now. Since you have high cholesterol, diabetes, and have only a synthetically functioning thyroid. Loosing weight should help your issues and may even eliminate some of your medical conditions. I could not qualify, was a self-pay and my BMI sat right at 39.7 with no co-morbesities. My sig-other was totally supportive! A year later I'm at a BMI of 30!! I do want to add I've stalled at my weight loss for a few months now, so I don't know if I'll ever meet my goal of 144 lbs. I am happy with my decision to be banded. The best of luck

Happy birthday Malcolm! I had the pleasure of meeting Malcolm on 8/21/04. He is a true inspiration! (check out his websight) To date he has lost 240 lbs.! and has had 4 port reversion surgeries. He is also currently featured on spotlighthealth. Happy Birthday Malcolm!

Miss Kelly We love you so much! Please take care of YOU! In my eyes your at goal, so beautiful!

Have a great time! Be one with the earth... You'll be missed

Still like "BIG FAT LOSER" Hey I've got a shirt made saying "It's all my fault, What did I do now?" (I hate finger pointers)

Monterrey is a wonderful city, and Dr Rumbaut is a great doctor. Last supper symdrome happens to everyone. After banding, with time you'll be able to eat "Most" foods in moderation. The best of luck to you. Congratulations!

Congratulation! 11/16 will be here before you know it. Take (before) pictures and measurements, I didn't and wish I did.

Congratulations and Happy Birthday! Do you have a date yet? Keep smiling

So Happy for you!! You look fabulous! Wonderful smile! I love leopard print