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Susan, Im in awe! you've lost 4 pounds in ONE week? :omg: :omg: :omg: :omg: :omg: :omg: :omg: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: A BIG WOO HOO to you!

Last Easter, we had a big family meal with relatives that I hadnt seen in a while. After everyone was gorged to death with the main course - then it was time for dessert! My size 6 cousin was ahead of me in the dessert line. While I was eyeing 3 different sweet's (thinking of getting a small spoonful of each - even though I was absolutely NOT hungry) - my size 6 cousin served herself a regular piece of only one of the choice cakes (reminding you that there were several things to chose from). We found a spot to sit, visit and eat our Desserts. Me - I devoured mine. ALL OF IT. My size 6 cousin, took 2 bites from her plate then stopped eating. Had the plate in front of her WITH THE REMAINING DESSERT and never touched it again. She was "full". Thats why she didnt eat any more. She was full. She didnt nibble on it. She didnt swipe her finger in it. Didnt touch it again - because she was FULL! This memory stayed with me for a year. WHY has SHE been given the ability to know HOW to stop eating when she is no longer hungery. Just thought it added to the question you were asking Sue. Why do some get it - and others dont? Banded or not.

A lot of MY problem with overeating is that whatever Im eating taste SOOOOO good - that I dont wanna stop. Almost like the sex-fene that never gets enough! Penni - I see myself in you in too many ways. If Im ever "de-banded", there will be NO stopping me.

Even though I laughed out loud at this - I'm voting to see boobies pics too. Happy A-Day Kathy! I know who's gonna get some tonight!!! I weighed today. Do I HAVE to post it?

Now this is interesteing... I thought Taylor was the best. I really did. And is there anyone else not into Chris's shakey voice? I know its a verbrato thing (or what ever its called), but it gets to me after a while. JanetC - what are you and Mikey thinking of this? Katharine was good. She needed a good night. Gave me chills on her high notes, but like Randy said - had pitch problems every now and then. Im really liking Elliot.

oh no ~ Im so SO sorry! If it makes you feel any better, I *think* Philip is "normal" now. Its been since Saturday? that weve poopooed in the BIG potty. I must admit, the memories Im gonna have of my baby boy walking in circles around the yard holding on to the waist of his shorts, trying to find a spot to squat - these memories are priceless (I shouldve gotten it on video). ...but its when he did the deed with a yard FULL of neighborhood kids. Now THAT was a prozac moment! Hey Kathy! How's little Tyler doing with the BIG potty?

Gadgetlady got the same instructions as me... 6 weeks - no soaking in a tub, no swimming. It was hard, but I made it!

Gettinghealthy, PB and vomit are different. A PB means Productive Burp. When your pouch gets too full OR youve eaten something that cant sqeeze itself past the little stoma (for me this is tortillia's) these things must come back up. Its not nearly as gross as vomit. Vomit contains stomach acid. A PB is just chewed food (hasnt gone to the stomach yet).

Trish, Without going back through old threads, please refresh my failing memory as to HOW your leak was found?

Crystal - I saw Candysmooch post something yesterday? or day before. So at least we know she's ok! Just wanted to let you know. Kathy, Daisydoodle has a little muffin baking right now.... you knew this, right? I see her around seldom (very seldom). Im digging up bones here, but what ever happened to RachelRoses? remember her? maybe she changed her name too - and Ive never figured it out!

May 25th cant come fast enough! Although, Im worried about that port infection. :phanvan You know, LBT's history with port infections hasnt been very positive. :nervous MEGA (((hugs))) - I applaud you for being SO darn positive! :clap2:

MY GAWD Diane! My jaw just dropped. You LOOK like youve lost 100 pounds - not 55!!!! You look awesome!

Sue, Wonderful thread. Its definatley something to ponder... Why can Michelle DO IT, and yet, others struggle to maintain?!?! Maybe she DOES struggle as much?? I like what Elizabeth said... which is what I was thinking. I dont have anything interesting to add. But I do want to keep up with this thread.

Hi and WELCOME to LBT! Here is a great link to the different food stage ideas. http://lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=3995 I would imagine packing a small ice chest with a couple of protien shakes will be good enough. You can always stop for Water at the convience store - when your in need of stretching your legs! Wow - youre gonna have a loooong journey home. Good luck! That May 16 date will be here before you know it!

Trish, We're really worried about you, Girl. Have you taked to the surgeons office yet? Please update us!!!!

Hey Little one... By the time you see this message from us, you should be banded. WELCOME to the Band Wagon!

Actually I DID! I left Marcus(10) and Anne (5) alone for 10 minutes EXACTLY (timed it on the car clock) - Bebe came with me. The only reason we were ok with doing this was because the kids are so used to these short deliveries - they knew it wouldnt take long. They were fine - I was fine. No harm done. Truly the beginning of teaching THIS kind of responsibility. None of us are ready (at this point) for longer stretches though. These quick 5 -15 minutes errands are enough for now. This is really a giant step for us. One more idea... I think girls are more mature/responsible for these types of jobs then boys are (at this age).

Jess, wow - Id love to have your 'before' body. Thanks for doing this for us. It sure helps chickens like me get an idea of what PS CAN do. (((BIG HUGS))) for a wonderful recovery, and a high-five for the educating!

Look how sweet! Ive never seen a newborn rabbit. And like Megan said - a week before Easter. What an amazing experience for young kids to have (seeing animals give birth). Do you have any other animals? And tell your little boy that Cupcake is ALMOST as cute as him! :biggrin1:

Jamie, Gosh, sorry about that!! Our area McDonalds have several computer/internet stations set up in their lobby or their customer to use. Thought this was an American thing? maybe not.

Leatha, :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: I love that quote! :biggrin1: :biggrin1: :biggrin1: Everytime I think of it, I chuckle. ...and I DO miss you.

Funny how so many of us wanted to be teachers. I guess it was our first role model? a teacher a runway model (the skinny anorexic one) write childrens books nurse interior decorator I am none of the above. (HA! espeically the modeling thing)

Shawn, I absolutely agree with this statement...

I really liked Mandesa. Thought she had probably the best female voice - if not the best voice in this years competition. And I -also- thought she signed her papers with the religious song 2 weeks ago... and this is coming fom someone who primarily listens to this 'type' of music. Didnt think it had a thing to do with her weight.

Duh - Paula, where have YOU been? So thats the "bag" lady! dumb ass me. Ive been seeing the bagged avator and knew it was a new one around here.... its Heather! Hi Heather. :biggrin1: