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Butterfly! When you go to meetup.com, type in WLS in Houston, TX. The group is listed as Houston Area WLS Active Buddies. I don't think anything is scheduled yet but I'm trying to put information out there to see if there are any joiners. What area are you in? I can't get together this coming weekend but hoped we could shoot for Saturday, April 21--- at a local Tea House----conducive for conversation.

Pevette, there is a neat Tea House located between Shepherd & Dunlavy off Westheimer (called Te House of Tea). It is generally a quiet place for lunch and conversation--good for a group. We should put the idea out to the group to find out if there are any takers. What do you think???

Carolina, Thank you for sharing your story. What were your symptoms for the blood clot? How soon afterwards did you have the blood clot--while still in the hospital? Wishing you continued success!!

I just signed up on meet up!

HEB is a large grocery store chain which originated in TX. I wonder if they are the same protein jello packs. On my way to GNC to check it out.

You've started a good thread. Happy losing to you! So sad others are judgmental. Glad you feel like a million bucks!!! :-)

Aviiva , I'm like you--short. But I'm 5 ft tall & weigh 191 lbs. My BMI is 38. I need to lose 65-70lbs---have gained and lost that much & more several times. I've heard of sleevers feeling a loss, like a funeral for food. we definitely can't eat the way we once did. Also I hear foods that were once favorites are no longer tempting. Wishing you continued success. Congrats on your weight loss so far.

I just downloaded the app. What is the group called? How is it listed? Thank you.

Hi Kimmey, Thanks for your response. So glad to hear Tameki is your case worker--she's been terrific--responds to emails lickety split. I have United Healthcare Choice Plus and there were no requirements prior to surgery. I've completed all tests---waiting for blood work results, then Tameki can apply w/ UHC online. She said it should be about 2 weeks. I'm so excited and can't wait. My next door neighbor had Dr Marvin also--6 months ago. She had a breeze & has lost almost 50 lbs. If you want to communicate directly w/ me---my email is artgirl709@gmail.com. All the best, Kimmey. Pls keep in touch. --Artsy

Take care and God speed.

Thanks for sharing the Margarita crystal light mix. Your pic looks awesome. Bet you love shopping now!

Looking very good lady!

Congratulations on onderland!!

Did this group get started? Is it online only? Or, do ya'll meet in person sometime? Looking forward to meeting other sleevers in Houston. I'm in the Galleria Memorial area. Sent from my iPhone using VST

Hello all...wondering if you've been sleeved yet by Dr. Marvin. I've had the first consultation w/ case worker and Dr. Woermann. Did the H test, Stress Test, blood work. Am now waiting to hear back for appt w/ Dr Marvin. So far I am impressed with his staff and their thoroughness. Love Tameki, my case worker. Hoping to be sleeved first week of May What's been your experience? Anyone gave complications after surgery? Many thanks for responding. Artsey Sent from my iPhone using VST

Houston,TX here.....Inner Loop. Using Dr. Marvin and hope to have surgery by the end of April. So far I've been happy with his staff. Sent from my iPhone using VST

Lou, thank you for your post. I haven't been sleeved yet--just finished all my pre-op tests. I appreciate hearing from sleevers who've kept their weight off for several years. Are those darling children in your pic the grandkids? Wishing you continued success! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Saying a prayer for you to get better. Please post your progress. God's blessings. Sent from my iPhone using VST

Congratulations Randall and Mimi!! Praying for a smooth surgery with a fast recovery. Please post your progress after surgery. God speed! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Anybody using Dr Marvin in Houston? What's your experience?

Shaundra, I've never heard of a re-sleeve? What's that? Can you explain? Sent from my iPhone using VST

Wishing you calm and a speedy recovery. Please post your progress when you are able. And congratulations on your decision. Sent from my iPhone using VST

My next door neighbor had this surgery 5.5 months ago. She rarely weighs herself--about once a month. She said that weighing more than once a month is setting herself up for possible disappointment. I plan to do the same after my surgery. Sent from my iPhone using VST

Longer life, I've wondered about you. Thanks for posting an update on your progress. I will keep you on my prayers for continued speedy recovery. Take care! Sent from my iPhone using VST

Dear 4alongerlife, I'm so glad you have Sent from my iPhone using VST