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Trish, how far is Penni's house? honestly. How long would it take you to get there?

See, Id be cautious of your doctors response. Youve already been through SO much with HIM. Thats why I was wishing you could get a second opinion - or find another surgeon. ((hugs)) to you. You know I love you Trish. I cant imagine being in this situation. The trip, the money, your HEALTH! What does your husband think?

The off-topic threads that are deleted are no biggie to me. The thread starter that was putting the info out there knows where the thread needs to go. But the ones that are deleted that offer any kind of health related information, well, thats a little different. regarding deleting and editing: I like things the way they are.

I wonder WHY theyve chosen her as their pick? Her voice isnt THAT bad. This may be a dumb question - but i would think Ace would be more of their style. I think its gonna be Ace tonight.

oh geez.... not again! :tired When I catch up with that girl, Im gonna give her a... :confused: for doing this! She even deleted her picture. Kelly, Kelly, Kelly... girl what are we gonna do with you? Just for the record, Ive started threads just to get opinions on certain topics - then, after Ive recieved several responses from good friends, deleted it. Especially if it pertains to my family.

We're doing great! No more doggie tricks (pooping in the yard) - thank you, God. I cant even remember the last time he had an accident. The only minor aggravation is when he poops in the toilet, he jumps off the seat to LOOK at it. He takes a peek, then wiggles back on it to do more. Another plop, then off to look. Back on for more. This could last a good 15 minutes. :tired :tired :tired He fusses at me saying, "I NOT FINISHED, MOM" Way to go everyone on your success!!

J 185 / G 150/ C 182.2 (-65.8 lbs total) -2.2 for the week. No biggie. Just had a couple of good bm's, thats all. (tmi, sorry) Im actually scared to post it... we'll see what its gonna be in a month.

Hey Guys... I just heard that the DFW area hit 101. Goodness, you people have had a time. Torential floods, now the heat? Speaking of flooding, anyone know an ancient raindance that works? We are SO dry that the ground is cracked (everywhere) . we need rain. bad. very bad.

What fantastic news! I guess I hadnt put things together and just figured that he was already banded. Yoo Hoo, Shack.... Welcome to bandland! And Susan, between your SV AND NSV's, Girl - you are kicking some major buttttt!!!!!! :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: The challenge sounds good. But the no-sugar thing scared me. Think Im gonna watch the game from the sideline. :biggrin1: Iza neeed my suga, Mz Susan. :biggrin1:

wow y'all.... I really liked most of them. Chris WAS awesome! Taylor, Paris, and Katharine - WOW! I agree, Elliot, Ace and of coarse - Miss Kelli - are my pick of the bottom 3. But Katharine gave me chills. She needed a great night!

I would LOVE to be part of this day... but May is out for me. Maybe later in the summer you guys can have another one?? Im in Lake Charles Louisiana - 3 hours east of Spring. Also, Im one that would need to stay over night.

thats an idea!

Stevie, Kenny, Barry, Queen, NOW Rod Stewart? so outdated. Goodness, they are truly diggin up bones. Most of these kids have no idea who any of these singers are. Goes back to what Mikey said about the producers needing to pick more current artist to help - INSTEAD of these older/retired ones. ...Rod Stewart??? :confused:

Heather, Dylansmom was the one that started the Di Vinci thread - and she deleted it because it was getting out of hand. :confused:

What are they singing tonight? anyone know?

I noticed it too Crys. We need Scooby's Mystery Machine to solve this one.

I just took a big breath of relief. Yes, that IS good news. I know this is a hard and tiring trip - but its the cost of your overall health that is MOST expensive. Good move, Girl! About the size of the infection... whether its the size of a pencil tip - OR a dime, there is still an infection too close to your port to NOT worry about. If this would be on your toe, arm, face - then that wouldnt be as alraming to the band. But this "dime" sized spot could be a canyon inside. Thank you for calling your doc! :clap2:

WooHoo Alexra! ANYONE that loses 100+ pounds in a year should be in a Lapband Hall of Fame! That is amazing! Happy Band-day!

Since MOST of us around here are seeking a better life, you may be interested in taking this test to find out what you need to increase your health. Tons of questions, so make sure you have a little time to answer them all. Lots of specific and personal ones too. Vitamins were my main decline in age!

I certainly dont want to steal the thread with my reply here, but... What in the world are you doing? We must ALL go through these 4 weeks of hunger - and the 4th week is a hunger from hell. But weve all survived it. I would think that eating a 6 inch sub is extremely dangerous for a 3 week banded tummy. Please let your doctor know what is going on. Also - Ive heard that for some newly banded folks, their surgeon prescribes them diet pills to help them get through this period. This may be an option for you. Good luck!

how funny... your RealAge results almost sounds like a computer mom. LOL Which is just what we all need :biggrin1:

Trish, I know its difficult, but I dont like all the problems youve had with youre band doctor. Seems like this journey has been one thing after another - now THIS? Im thinking you need to find a NEW band doctor - maybe someone closer to your home??? Most of the time surgeons will take on patients that are having troubles (because it could pose a risk to their health). Do you have any type of bariatric surgeon closer to you? Girl, Im sending you all the love and prayers - you cant possibly imagine how much!

I just read up on it. My mom has type 2 diabetes. Looks like its taken WITH the regular diabetic meds (not a substitute). This makes me think that - that's why its not used for weightloss alone. ? Pati-o, wonder WHY the queezy stomach? Thats certainly not a fair way to lose weight. Im gonna try doing a larger search then the link that Elizabeth gave (btw, thanks Eliz.!) and see if I can find the list of side effects.

by the way... where the heck is your avator?

My big question is, am I FULL (had enough) or is something stuck. Been banded long enough to know this, but dont. I eat. Get the stuck/full feeling. Sometimes I feel the food move through - then I continue eating (maybe this is the beginning of MY pouch packing?) . Sometimes the food doesnt move through so fast, then I wait it out. Just like Banded said, Im the wrong person to answer this one!