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Go Lynette! Turbo Jammin it away. You will work up to longer workouts in no time. You have done fantastic so far! :clap2:

Hey Dini Bini! I'm doing well. Just super excited! 2 days away. Wow. AshRae, how about Lloyd's shredded chicken and/or pork BBQ? It's in the section w/all the lunchmeat stuff. It comes in a round container.

Congrats!!!! I know you are super excited now! I'm so glad things worked out for you. That is so wonderful! P.S.--Yeah, I'm a little ticked about those 'program fees', too. I just had to shell out $500 to pay for that. I wasn't too happy. But what are ya gonna do?

Guess I'm gonna run now. I have some errands to do before I head into work at 3pm. I have to go to Target and get some Gas-X strips and a new heating pad. I would go to Walmart, but it's under construction right now (becoming a Super Wal-mart) and I just don't want to be bothered w/all the hassle. Besides, our Target is cleaner/easier to get in and out of than our Walmart. Also going to GNC to get a thing of Muscle Milk and Protein powder. After that, I am all set w/post-op stuff. Check back in later!

That is too cute! I bet he won't forget, either what you said. Little kids are good at remembering those promises!!! LOL Good for you. I'll have to check out Turbo Jam. I have Walk Away the Pounds. Haven't done it yet, though. I scanned through the DVD and it looks like fun, so I'm ready. I realize that exercise is key to our wt loss and overall health. My doc said I will have to walk the first month, then after that, I'll be okay to do other forms of exercise. I am so psyched!! Only 2 days away. Wow.

I went to a Body Pump class this morning...at 5:45am. We were done at 7:00am. It was great and I hung in there. I feel so good even now. I'm so proud of myself. I guess I'm just trying to get in the mindset about what will be changing in my life. And exercise will be a huge part of my life once I'm cleared by the doc. I want exercise to be a regular part of my life like brushing my teeth. I must admit though, I was the biggest person in the class and thought I looked like a beached whale when we were laying on the floor. I tried not to look at myself in the mirror. I felt like others were looking at me. They probably weren't, but you know how we get... I just had to share, though, b/c I am really proud of what I did. And I just tried to drink a soda, and it didn't even taste right!!! WOOOHOOOO! Sodas have always been my big downfall. Well, I guess my body does know that s'thing is up and things are about to change drastically.

I went to a Body Pump class this morning...at 5:45am. We were done at 7:00am. It was great and I hung in there. I feel so good even now. I'm so proud of myself. I guess I'm just trying to get in the mindset about what will be changing in my life. And exercise will be a huge part of my life once I'm cleared by the doc. I want exercise to be a regular part of my life like brushing my teeth. I must admit though, I was the biggest person in the class and thought I looked like a beached whale when we were laying on the floor. I tried not to look at myself in the mirror. I felt like others were looking at me. They probably weren't, but you know how we get... I just had to share, though, b/c I am really proud of what I did. And I just tried to drink a soda, and it didn't even taste right!!! WOOOHOOOO! Sodas have always been my big downfall. Well, I guess my body does know that s'thing is up and things are about to change drastically.

Good afternoon! I hope everyone is having a great Monday! Welcome Georgiagirl, Alesha and Mommyof2!!!! This is an awesome group!!! Feel free to jump on in. Make yourselves at home. Well, Auntie Phyl, it doesn't sound like you are doing so well. I'm sorry about the fever. I would definitely call my doc if it doesn't break. I'm glad that you're home though and e'thing went well!!! Lindaa, oh my goodness. How sad is that??? I am praying now for the families. Wow. That breaks my heart. Mommyof2, I had a similar reaction to Percocet (when I had my breast reduction). Not a good feeling at all!!!! I hope it's starting to clear up. MsYackie, yes. I swear by Muscle Milk. And you're right about the price. GNC is super expensive compared to those other sites you listed. Thanks for the sites! Wrangler, it sounds like you are doing really well. Sorry I can't help w/the port questions, yet...give me a couple days...woohoo!!! I can't believe it's almost here! And yep, I have PCOS, too. I'm ready to get rid of it, too. The facial hair kills me!!! Kathybad, you're daughter is adorable and she DOES look like you!!! You have such a beautiful heart and spirit. I admire you! BTW, the kitchen looks great so far!!! Caolin, it's okay to be a chatty Cathy. We love it!!!! Hello Lynette, Dini, Sunny, Sunshinesonya, Tink, Marcy, Felicia, and the rest of the gang!!!

JulyBander and LadyQT!!!! I didn't mean to forget you 2! (Thanks Lynette!) I guess I'll have to keep a current copy of our calendar in my person, huh? That way, no matter where I am, I'll have the latest and greatest. LOL. Well, I'm off to get ready for bed. Also, welcome to our new friends, MsYackie and Cate54. I'm sure you've seen how awesome our group is. We are so glad to have you here! I will catch up w/ya'll tomorrow! Gnite

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Hey you guys! I made it back from my sleep study. What an adventure that was. LOL. I couldn't go to sleep for anything!!! I kept going to the bathroom (which I never do at home). They ended up giving me Lunesta to make me go to sleep. I'm sure the techs were like, 'Will this child go to sleep?!?!' LOL. Anyhow, I was surprised that they put all this paste in my head to attach the electrodes. That was real fun getting out in the shower. I have to wash it again tonight b/c I don't feel like it's all out, yet. Well, I'm at my parents' house right now, so I'll check back in later. I do want to wish well our Lucky 7s on deck for tomorrow, though: Jackie506, ReneeMarie, Sunnysunshine, and SDChick. I hope I didn't forget anyone! Later gators!

Good morning! Just wanted to let ya'll know that I won't be on much today. I am cleaning house right now and then I have to leave for my sleep study tonight. This is the last test for surgery!!!! I can't believe it is so close. Sunny and Dmtjet, hope ya'll have a great day. Sunny, I hear ya about the housekeeping stuff. I want to get a maid eventually...that comes once a week. That should help me out tremendously! But, that's not in the budget just yet.

First, I want to say welcome to LBT! This is an awesome site w/some wonderful people and great support and advice. I saw your other thread, as well. I'm sorry your insurance doesn't cover it. I personally would still get w/my docs and submit. Then, if you're denied, you can appeal. I know there are some other threads on here about appeals. I wish you the best. Just don't give up the fight now.

I am a quote junkie!! LOL "You always pass failure on the way to success." - Mickey Rooney "We all haev a few failures under our belt. It's what makes us ready for the successes." - Randy Milholland "Success is the ability to go from one failure to another w/no loss of enthusiasm." - Sir Winston Churchill

Well, I thought I had created a journal already, but apparently not. I can't believe my surgery is only 5 days away!!!! This has been a long time coming, it seems. I remember starting to count down and it was 47 days away. I've done all of my pre-op stuff, except the sleep study. That is tomorrow night. I honestly don't think I need to do it. I think the doc just wants money. But oh well. I have to do it, so I will. I found what protein drinks I like the best--Muscle Milk and IsoPure. Both taste really good. I was surprised at the MM. I thought I had picked up s'thing wrong b/c it tasted so good. But my dietician, Brittany said it was the right stuff. Woohoo!!! I had the Mint Choc Chip kind and it was wonderful. My surgery is on Wed, 7/25 at Potomac Hospital in Woodbridge, VA. That is about 2 hrs away from me. I have to be at the hosp at 6am, so we'll have to leave around 4am. My dad will be driving me. I'm not sure if my mom is gonna come or not. Probably not. That's just how she is. I am so psyched for this and sooo ready. I have prepared myself mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. I am ready to go. I have the Bandster rules down and know that this will go extremely well. I can't wait!!!

Thanks Lauren. How are things w/you? All going well?

NewCC, welcome to our home! Happy to have you. PrincessWillow, welcome back. Sounds like you're doing well. Snaggle, Glad you're back, too! Lots of our friends our coming back. We've missed you. Cazulay, you are not alone. I'm sure many of us have had the same struggle that you're dealing w/right now. But just know, you are taking a courageous step in getting control of your wt, thus your life. You should be applauding yourself!!! I know right now, emotions are running high, but just give yourself time. It'll be so worth it. ILuvMyBoys, welcome! I hope you enjoy our awesome group. We're glad you found us. Lainy, sorry you've been feeling so down. Just remember, it may be some of the residual anesthesia talking right now, so just give yourself some time and remember that you have done a wonderful thing. Like I told Cazulay, I know right now, emotions are running high, but just give yourself time. It'll be so worth it. Jnkntrnk, don't feel alone! We are here for you. I feel so bad b/c so many of our group are feeling down. :cry It will get better. Becca, we love you too! The Lucky 7s are the best!!!! Nurse76, wow. Watch out for that chix! I'm glad you're feeling much better now. Do you have any papaya enzyme on hand? My dietician gave us this in case we do get s'thing stuck, this will help it break down and pass. Marcy, thank you so much! And yes, I am beyond excited. Only 5 more days!!!!!:clap2: Dini, Lynette, Dmtjet, Sunny and everyone else, hello!!!

Gnite Lynette! :notagree

We'll be praying for our On Deck crew!!! Malaura, Phyllser, Ribearty, Chickb13, Eternity430, and CyPanther. Let us know as soon as you can how you're doing. Auntie Phyll, you'll be fine tomorrow. No worries. We're praying for you! Dmtjet, lol. Mischievous, huh? Hmm...Makes you wonder doesn't it??? Dini, we missed you.

Auntie Phyll, How are you? Thank you so much for the email address. I'm gonna shoot him an email now. And no, we haven't seen Dini, IndioGirl, DarLaur, SweetJephy, RRKeithsGirl, Ckbw, Dancing2, Replicatr, and LaNalga. I'm checking to see who else we haven't heard from yet.

Sheelagh, sorry you're not getting the support you'd like from your docs/staff. Certainly ask away! We're here for ya. If we don't know the answer, we'll find it. :hug: Jeanie, too cute. Can I take him home w/me??? Mango, Lynette beat me to it. Yep, I think you're talking bout the AP band. And the invisible thing, I bet he woulda had the dumbest look on his face. Woulda been great! LOL. Laurend, Aren't you the busy little bee???? Goodness! You are certainly on the go, but it's great b/c you're up to it. I had to crack up about your dad. People just don't know what to do w/themselves sometimes. You may have to just tell him you've got it under control. Like Jeanie said, you're following docs orders. AppleBlossom, yep! Time is drawing near and I am sooo ready. BettyB, we're band sisters!!! 7/25 is my big day, too. Welcome. This is an awesome group.:eek: Sunny, yes m'am! I am SUPER EXCITED!! I am pumped! :whoo: I wanna sing from the mountaintops!!!! :sing:

MsPris, I am so sorry. I know you're feelings and emotions are probably a little crazy right now. I'm sorry you had to go through that. Maybe once you're healed, you may still be able to get the band. But for now, just concentrate on getting better. Are you in pain? You are certainly handling this very well. And absolutely we want you to stay! We are here for each other. We'll help you through this time.

Sorry about the nausea and shakes. :cry Maybe it's the gas/anesthesia that's causing it??? Did your doc say? At least you did get up today and move around. Just keeping drinking, walking, and resting. I'm sure things will start to look up for you!

We appreciate your honesty! I'm sorry things weren't as well as they coulda been. It really seems that language barrier caused the most concern/problem. I'm hope you're experience helps someone else out!

Just spent some time catching up! I have had a busy day. Today was my final appt w/my doc and my dietician. It was great! Everything was in order, all labs/tests came back just fine. I spent an hour w/my dietician and got my Vitamins today. I am sooo ready. I met my doc this morning as we were about to get on the elevator. He saw me and immediately recognized me (I was pleased about that.). He even remembered that my surgery was this coming Wednesday. We talked the whole way to his office. I felt so good about this. Wow. 6 days away... Apple Blossom, sounds like you're doing well. I agree w/you about nutrition being our primary concern. I just got some Vitaband vitamins today. I think they're cinnamon. Mango, how'd your pre-op appt go? Tink, hello! How are you? Kristin, let us know how you're doing when you can. Dmtjet/Jeanie, Auntie Jeanie, congrats. I looovvve babies. I know he's adorable. As for GNC, I have to go back there soon to get my Muscle Milk. I swear by this stuff (and I don't swear, LOL!)! It tastes great. Oh yeah, and Isopure, too. Lynette, Glad you are doing so much better today! Isn't Fitday awesome. I figure it's a great tool for us and a place we can send folks who ask what we're eating/how we're exercising... Lindaa, Glad you're back! You are so welcome for all the support, encouragement, and advice. That's what we're here for! Reconciler, Go you! LOL. A Mexican keyboard. Who knew there was such a thing?? Auntie Phyll, Hellp! Fitday is the best. I'm thinking of buying the software, too. We'll see. Just a lot of dough been leaving the pockets here lately...I want some of the DaVinci Syrups, too. Everyone says they're great. Becca, sounds like you're doing well, too. Keep us posted!