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I picked 150 because that is the weight I felt the best at. I won't be upset if I don't make it there, as long as I feel good at the weight I get to. I don't think the number on the scale means much, I think the way you actually feel is the most important, and I feel better every day!

I've had four and none of mine has hurt at all, it was over before I knew it!

Hope you are feeling better today! It will get better!

Maire - Here's wishing you a great Birthday, and many, many more!

Welcome to banndland! It only gets better with each day! Just remember to sip, sip, sip, and do some walking to ease the gas pains.

Rica will you be in Texas all weekend?

The Texas Rangers is selling a sandwich called "The Big Dog" at their games this year. It costs $8.50. It is a half-pound hot dog (440 calories) (50 grams of fat) and that doesn't include the fixin's. These are some educated guesses on the final outcome: The bun is a foot long - and still doesn't envelop the whole dog. A 6 inch Rainbo hot dog bun has 110 calories so double that and it's 220. The dog is smothered with chili, cheese and onions. One serving of Wolf Brand chili, which is a cup contains 390 calories. A quarter-cup serving of Buena Comida cheddar cheese sauce is 70 calories. We'll give you a pass on the onions, and help yourself to ketchup, mustard and relish. But, even without those, here's the unofficial Big Dog Scoreboard: 1,120 Calories 84 grams of fat 33 grams of saturated fat 175 mg of cholesterol 3,630 mg of sodium I think I will pass on this one! If you do indulge, remember it is a long season, pace yourself!

You can do it! Good idea with the fruit, much better than the candy!

Esmeralda - Glad to hear you are doing better! Be careful on the rice though, it has a tendacy to swell up after we eat it and some bansters do have trouble with it.

Awww so sorry to hear about your FIL, sending prayers your way. Good things come to those who wait! Good luck, and keep us posted!

It is really tough to do what you are doing now, but giving up is not an option! Hang in there, you will be glad you did!

Trish - I'm glad to hear your doctor's appointment went well! I know you are excited and nervous, that's normal too. I am getting excited for you too! That time will fly by now! We are counting the days!

KH - Welcome to bandland! It only gets better each day!

Sending prayers for your friend. I can't say enough good things about Hospice, they are great for the family as well as the patient.

Kelly - I'm sorry your are still having problems. I hope the pneumonia clears up fast for you. It is a good question you asked, and I am looking forward to hearing more of the older banster post their opinions on this.

My doctor schedules me every 6 weeks. So far I have needed to use them for fills every time. Your doctor will decide when you see him if a fill is need or not. Usually if you aren't losing 1-2 pounds a week, you are ready for a fill.

They served me coffee in the hospital, and I drink it every day! I even asked the doctor about it after hearing rumors and he said no problem, drink it!

Good Luck, and keep us posted!

Good Luck everyone! I can't believe all the people being banded in April!

Way to go Becky! It sounds like you are definately doing things right. A new Grand Child will definately wake you up! lol Good Luck!

Welcome to bandland! I am glad to hear everything went well for you! It's only going to better better with each day!

That is good new Kathy, I am very happy to hear that! Now, don't over do right now and keep that sipping going. I'm doing the happy dance for you!

I think you need to post a picture for us in those new pants!

Thinking about you Kathy! I hope you get some good news today! Sending hugs and prayers your way!

Down 1 pound, I am happy with that as I haven't lost anything for quite a while!