Debra

Jennye, I'm praying for you and for your family. No paralysis is a great sign, as is the fact that she's already speaking ... even if it is garbled. The fact that you asked for prayer says that your faith is strong. Hang on to that faith, let it be your support and comfort! It is not funny at all that you came here to ask for support. We are here for you! Whatever you need! Thoughts and Prayers!

Best wishes to you! Post soon and let us know how you are doing!

Jennye You look great! I'm sure if you compared those to some pre-op pics you wouldn't think you looked wide at all! You're doing a great job!

Wow Vera! Thanks for the inspiration! You look great!

You slay me!!! Actually, it is a very very very valid point! Last year a friend of mine died from liver failure(?). Basically, she drank herself to death. As I sat there being mad at her (part of grieving, of course) I realized that I was killing myself with food. Quite sobering. (No pun remotely intended) Good thing we all have each other. As much love and support as there is here; what we are undertaking is a big difficult thing. I can't imagine being as upbeat and positive about my pending surgery had I not found this board!

I am facing.... (da da duuuuuh!!!!) the end of my caffeine habit as I know it. Umm, Donali, ummm, well, first you were saying that your caffeine habit had gotten way out of hand, then you were complaining that it had to change. Maybe it's one of those "all things happen for a reason" type thing! Instead of looking for ways to continue the habit that you don't think is a good one, now is a great time for change! Try some catnip tea. It really is a great help w/ caffeine addiction. Oh, and thank you very much for the opportunity to offer advice to YOU! I so appreciate all that I have learned from you!

Nervous ?!? You !?! You are one of the most well-informed in-the-know people here! You know you are doing the right thing, you know it will be awesome for you! Just be lovin' it! Pep up! I'm thrilled for you and we will all be here for you just like you are always here for us!

Hi Kathy I am a patient of Dr. Deol's also. There are a few of us here, some banded, some waiting. I am very happy with her and have only heard good things. She operates in Troy Beaumont Hospital and she has a website that is very helpful. Michiganbariatrics.com Call her office and speak to Rebecca, her office manager, she will answer all your questions, she's awesome! Rebecaa is there mon thru Wed Best of luck!

Chantal! I can't wait 'til it's me! Lol! Good for you! Thanks for sharing, it is very encouraging!

I would like to take this time to wish all the Mother's out there a happy and blessed Mother's Day! I know that my two kids are the biggest reason for my choosing WLS and I'm sure that goes for a lot of you, and for those of you who are hoping to have kids in the future as well! Health and Happiness to all!

WoooooHoooooo! A NSV in 1 month! Way to go, Greta! I know you've been working really hard and putting in a lot of effort to follow the band rules and it is paying off for you! You're an inspiration!

Yep, I love my java joe! I have started drinking half/caf. Pre-op training, I suppose. Actually, I feel a lot better w/ less caffeine. I guess there's a sweet spot for caffeine, too. Not enuf, too much and just right! I love Diet Pepsi, and Diet coke w/ lime, but have been drinking Propel Fitness Water lately. It has a nice taste and my kids love it. Yes, it does have sugar, but at 10 cal in 16 oz., it doesn't have much and is sure better than pop or koolaide. Yes, POP ... I'm from Michigan! I have found in the past that catnip tea (in bags or loose) is a great tea to kick caffeine with. (And helps if you want to kick nicotene as well!) It is soothing and calming. Be careful if you have a kitty, thou, he'll try to stick his head in your hot tea cup! Best wishes for you!

Hi KimmieB! Welcome to the board and welcome to the little "inner group" of Dr. Deol's patients! There are a few of us here, in all phases of surgery! Done, there now, waiting, researching! I'm waiting....June 14th! Have you gone to the discussion board on Dr. Deol's website? It's not very active but we are trying to kick it off! I have only heard good things about Dr. Deol and Troy Beaumont Hospital. Keep us posted on how everything is going for you!

Athykay! ElcomeWay oTay eThay oardBay! IsThay isay a eatGray otSpay! I was going to say that I have the before surgery jitters myself, but really, I don't. I don't know if I'm in denial or just so ready! I'm sure as I get closer still my nerves will kick up! 36 days to go!

Darcy!!! I'm so happy for you! Maybe we'll be bandbuddies! I'm in on June 14th! WoooooHooooo! Great news! It really hit me when I scheduled my POST-OP appointment! LOL!

DeLarla! Can't wait to hear all about it ... somehow I know you'll even put a funny spin on the pain! Best wishes to you! Darcy! I LOVE your song! Shelly! 7 pounds to go! Wow!

DeLarla! Best wishes for you tomorrow! You have a great attitude and you will do just awesome (awesomely??), I'm sure! And thanks, just like Donali I will see that pig everytime now! Look at it this way ... he's walkin' away, he's leavin', he's outta here!! Has anyone noticed the little man pooping on the Northern toilet paper? Talk about subliminal!! Ha! Have a great day all! Post as soon as you are able, DeLarla!

BigDog! Our prayers are with you! Post soon and let us know how wonderful you are doing!

Umonica! That's great news! We pre-banders always like to hear the happy tales! Take time to heal! Pamper yourself and be healthy!!

Hi Joyce! I'm still standing in line with Darcy but wanted to throw my well-wishes in! Here's to continued success and happy healing!

Alexandra! Soon you'll be "just running to the mall to grab a new outfit!" No specialty shops or catalog orders! Congrats! Awesome! WoooooHooooo!

Hello Jamesbabe! Welcome to the board! I hope all works out w/ your insurance! Just hang around here and when the time comes ... you'll be ready!

Anybody out there? Head for the chat room!

Wow Donali! Just checked out your web site, you are gorgeous! Onederland approaches! WooooooHooooo! How awesome for you!

Hey, nobody said it would be easy! But, it's obviously something you want to do. Losing weight and quiting smoking and deciding to have major surgery ... Darcy, you rock! You'll do it! No worries!