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Whats funny is that right after banding -during my 2 weeks of liquids- my cola cravings disappeared! Even the *thought* of drinking a carbonated beverage was uncomfortable. Oh sure, I still have a sip here and there of hubby's, but never had my own can/glass. Dont worry, youll most likely feel the same way... most of us do(maybe even ALL of us)!

How true, and popcorn is one! Most of the time, chips are very easy to go down. Ive been eating alot of popcorn lately and feeling like I can eat more... so I try to eat a handful of cheese cubes before digging into the popcorn - this seems to help me not eat the entire bag and when finished - go looking for more!

Denise, Carrie DID do a great job lastnight... so did Vonzell - I really like her. Im with you, either Anthony the Ukranian guy or Jessica will probably wave goodbye! Im editing to add this news article that I just found on the Fox News site. This is for all those that LOVED Mikalah and want more of her... Ex-'Idol' Mikalah Gordon Seeks Sitcom Tuesday, March 29, 2005 Hey Hollywood execs, fallen "American Idol" wannabe Mikalah Gordon wants a sitcom deal. "I realize that I'm a big drama queen, and I think that I'm gonna try to get my own sitcom, and I know that 'The Nanny' [Fran Drescher] is coming out with her new sitcom, and if she needs a daughter, I'm her girl," Gordon told the popular TV news Web site, Zap2it. Drescher's new show, "Living with Fran," debuts on The WB network next month. During Gordon's brief but memorable run on "American Idol," the 17-year-old Las Vegas girl was ripped by fans who wrote on numerous Internet message boards that she would do better in a Drescher impersonation contest than on the Fox talent show. "I realized that I love to be on the stage and perform and talk, and I love to make people laugh," says Gordon, who claims that she's already received some offers

Yeah Jenna!!! Isnt that a great feeling??? Very few things can beat seeing that scale go down!

wow Lisa.... you look great. Your avator shows you even smaller... youre getting to be skinny, girl!

Hi Kris... WELCOME to LBT!!! Wow... our April bandsters are growing day by day. Where ya from???

I am NOT a tv person - actually I watch very little - not even the evening news. But there is something about this show... why the heck do I look so forward to it?? (sigh) wonder what Bo's gonna sing tonight?

Crystal, my mouth dropped open! OMG!!! ...-43 inches gone in less then a month. WOW!

I agree with Betty. The afternoon/night after surgery I didnt feel like doing anything else but sleep and rest. Didnt have much energy to walk either... just kinda weak feeling. But the next morning I felt like a different person. NEVER regetted staying that night.

Hi OkieJudy, I agree with Michelle, the Atkins brand is very good - Ive had the slimfast lo-carb ones as well... and they are good too! Some of us make our own using protien powders - but I go for simplicity and rather buy a ready made drink!

LOL... oh yes! We all have funny sounds, but none is painful... just noisy - but not very distracting! Just the sounds of food digesting.

Kathy, We want pictures!!! We want pictures!!! We want pictures!!! Come on girl, youre a regular now... we want pictures! 10 days... gosh thats just a little over a week away. woo hoo... its getting close. BTW, where are you going for aftercare?

Hang in there Pati... these pounds didnt get on us overnight - nor will they leave us over night! Im a slow loser too! But I try to focus on my permanent change of eating habits instead of losing weight (easier said then done). One thing I have noticed is that when Im not losing weight, Im losing inches... you may be the same way. Good luck!

Time to give us an update... how much weight have you lost???

How funny! Sure, Id use it.

oh Michelle... How exciting!!! I am *truly* happy for you. As if there wouldve been any thought to consider you for this 'job'... youve got the looks to attact so many! And youve done so well! Now youre gonna be an even bigger inspiration for everyone, not just us at LBT! :banana Congratulations!

Jenna, I just checked the list and you are added! Where did everybody go??? so many joined and havent checked in lately... We NEED you... ALL of you!!! Alkaloid, Adam, Becca, Bigmom, BigT, Bobby, Chief, Jack, Kelly, Nana, Nancysmiles, Sharon,Taylorrae, Crystal, Wade ??? (Everyone else has checked in fairly regularly.)

Zoe... VERY good! And dont forget about the cortisone - a 1/2 pound loss is awesome with everything youve had! Jenna... Jonathan has to add you to his site. After that, you can change your own weight. Im sure he will add you as soon as he sees your thread... BTW, how are you doing? 197 this morning... woo hoo! -2 for me. Thanks Penni for the senokot advice - it worked!

Kirsten, protien bars - I think some people recommed the Aktins brand, & cheese cubes... cant think of anything else at the moment!

Hi TuffEnuff, Welcome to LBT! OK, so May 20th is Jenna's B-day and its also my wedding anniversary.... WOW! Special day for all of us!

Hi Kathy, this is a great question! Last summer my kids were 8, 3, 1. I told the older ones that "Mommy was going to have a little surgery on my tummy". The older one questioned more - so I told him that the surgery was going to help me eat less so I can lose weight! Goodluck. God will help you decide whats that right thing to say to them... each family has a different way of communicating!

Corgi, each doctor has his own insturctions. Mine wanted a week of each... a week of clear liquids, a week of full liquids, a week of mushy stuff. The 4th week is usually the hardest - you become VERY hungry by then. Good luck. BTW, How's the weight loss?

Had a great Easter day. Went to Moms and ATE TOO MUCH!!! Here's a picture of me and Mike from today... Happy Easter Everyone!

Crystal, glad you brought this up. I dont know about that time/date stuff, but like Kathy said, Ive been having LOTS of problems getting on this site too... 2 out of 3 times I cant!

I *think* Shannon (thread starter) wanted to communicate to Officegirlblues and started this thread instead of 'pming' her.... Im just guessing!