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Well the good news Karen is I checked your file and I think I found everything. So once I get w/ Julie I can fax it off....So get ready and lets hope UHC gets it done quick. Ok I know I have said this before but what a whirlwind I have been through the last 4 days. I am so ready for the weekend to stop and take all of this in. I am pretty sure I am going to love it once I realize what is going on....It's just getting to that point. Boy the older you get the harder it gets to learn new things. Well hope everyone is having a good week.....It seems to be quite which could be a good sign....or maybe it's not.

Angie, Karen & Jennifer - we will miss you. Angie we will try to set the date for later in May maybe the weekend before memorial day. I know memorial day isn't good for me because we have family coming in. Ok so that's Melissa, Kathy, Wavydaby & me...anyone else going to join us? Also for those that aren't going to be there like Angie stated is there any time that is better then others? We want you to come next month if you can make it.

Makah...You are so right don't give up. For me I didn' have any issues...however my BMI was in the 40's so w/ my insurance then it was no problem. Please let us know how it goes on the 29th. I wish you the best of luck.

Hey Makah - I think you have found the NC thread....if not check us out there. There are a lot of Charlotte people...what area of NC are you in?

80% Dixie here...Ya'll know that's right.

I don't have any great advice on this one...all you can do is sip, sip, sip...it's so tough in the begining because you are so swollen. Hang in there if all else fails call the Dr. they can always put you in the hospital for some IV fluids. I know a couple of girls that had those little med cups and would drink an oz of water or protien drink every 15 - 20 mins. It was a pain but it worked for them. Hope this helps some...Good Luck.

Gas is the worest!!!! The best thing is walk and the heating pad....GasX didn't do anything for me. (But that was for me) The heating pad was the best. Good Luck - This is the worest of it!!!

Sorry you are having problems. I haven't tried any liquid gels, in the past I stick to liquid tylenol...or anything liquid I can find. I think staying on liquids for the next 24 to 48 hours will do you good. I know it's rough but you might need to give yourself a little rest.

Makah - Welcome. We will all talk to you...What do you want to know? I for one love my band. I am just over 9 months post op. Ask away...

Hey ladies...WOW what a whirlwind 2 days it has been. Monday morning my first day of work Curtis gets sicks...yes all over me and my clothes. Not once but TWICE...and then again on the way to my grandparents house. I couldn't call in sick my first day. So thank goodness my grandparents were able to keep him. But I wasn't late. So we had our first seminar monday night also @ CMC went well. I am learning so much. I think I am going to love it. We had patient in the office today and it just made me feel good...knowing they were there to get help. It is just great no matter what surgery they have at least they are doing something to help. Ok more good news....We are starting our Lap Band support group meeting in April...yes LAP BAND focused support group. It's open to anyone and everyone...SO PLEASE join us for our first one. It will be a monday and I think the time will be 6:30...not sure of the date yet but I will make sure we let you all know. It's going to be great.....it will be near Myers Park Church near Queens and Providence. Ok sorry for being so long it's just so much is going on and I am just excited to share about it. I am going to start a new post for our meeting on the 1rst...ok this is like the 3rd time we skipped a month...we can't do that anymore. It's just too long. I miss you guys. Karen - I hope John is feeling better....I know that is tough. As for you I don't know anything yet. I am working on submitting a couple tomorrow maybe yours will be one of them. Dianne - I am so glad you had a good weekend. Why did you bring the cold weather back with you. Send it back. Congrats on the 14/16...that is great. Jennifer - Girl look at you go to an XL - That is great. I can't wait to see you again. You are going to look amazing. I am so glad you feel good about your choice. That is what it all comes down to what is right for you. Keep loosing girl.... Kathy - How are you doing? Are you feeling any better? You have been through so much these past couple of weeks. Melissa - A congsignment sale after Breakfast you know how I love them but I have to get ready for Curtis' birthday...Look I haven't even told DH that I was going to meet ya'll that saturday morning...he is going to think I have A LOT of running around to do. haha Ok I am going to get off here and spend some time w/ my family. I didn't get home until 8:30 last night but it was so worth it. Talking to people and answering questions. Talk to ya'll later.

Hope everyone had a good Sunday...it was pretty quite for us. We are working alot at church for our Easter program which we want even be here for...how sad. But it feels good helping. Went to Avenue and bought some clothes for the job...needed something new. I have to tell this....my big ole butt fit in a size 20...WHAT me...get out of here. My mom was with me and were both a little suprised..well she was happy for me not surprised but I was so happy...here is what is bad..I didn't get them. They didn't have them in tall. Maybe next time. Well hope everyone has a great night...and hope your sunday was nice and relaxing.

Wow since 2001 that is great...Hope your doing well. Please share anything you can. What has worked and what happened. We can always use help and advise...and just plain old support.

Not that I am a Kelli fan but her story is 100% true...I live less then 30 mins from where she is from and it's all true. No don't get me wrong she isn't my favorite by no means but being a local I do feel the need to pull for her. Now I like Chris alot....but I could see Mandisa taking it all the way. So I am torn on who is the best right now...all I know is Kevin's voice gets on my last nerve. :confused: Paula you are right all the teens girls are calling but they should be in bed at that time shouldn't they. haha..

Penni that is great....Keep up the good work!!! It's more then I am sure I could have done in an hour.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. This place is great for them. I have asked for them several times and I know that is what brought us through. Your little angel will be back to old self in no time. Hang in there mom.

Nicole I just want congratulate you on the pregnancy. I am so happy for you. I have only had one child so far and it was before banding, so I can't tell you about that but I have noticed lossing more weight I could for sure tell where my port is and it could be felt very good. Again Congrats!!!!

I actually use to work for Wachovia up until Wed. I worked uptown and CIC some. jttaurus I think still works out there....but remember she opted for RNY...but she is still a GREAT person and a joy to talk to....

Melissa - girl look at you go. I haven't started to think about things like that. Ok maybe now that I will be working there I will start thinking about it. No why change now. haha Kathy - I am sorry you are having such a hard time...I really hope you start getting better soon. Look at you hitting a new low...For some reason I have gained a few pounds since being the hospital on Wed...I don't know if it's the IV Fluid still or what. Oh well I am not going to let it bother me. Angie it sounds like ya'll had a great time....My DH would love to get me on the back of his...I am thinking about it so that is alot closer then I was just 8 months ago. Hang in there girl...you and your hubby are going to be great. Things are going to be just fine. Curtis was in the St. Patricks day parade...he was so cute. The horn from the fire truck scared him a little at first but he got use to it and did great flirting w/ everyone. We then went and bought him a new bed room set for big boy....it's sad. He is growing up. Well hope you all had a great Saturday....I am so excited about starting my job on Monday. WOW I have never been this excited about a job. Have a great night....Love ya NC girls.

Wow Denkia - I am so sorry for everything that you are going through. Like Melissa said maybe the worest if over now and the road to healing is on it's way. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need please let us know. No matter how far you are it's close enough to bring you something. Prayers are with you!!!!

Thanks Jennifer - I don't mean to sell the band but I just love mine so much!!! You are right it does take alot more after care...but it's worth it to me. Now it's going to be easy your right since I will be working there starting monday.

wavydaby...Welcome!!!! We are so happy you are here. Karen answered the questions pretty good. There are a few of Dr. B's patients on here so they will be able to answer your questions I would think. We love for you to join us April 1rst if you can. There is anywhere from 6 10 of us depending on the month. On a side note - there is going to be a seminar @ CMC on Monday not sure where or what time. I will be there if you would like to come and sit and listen...If you are interested let me know and I will get you the info.

Angie girl I ditto Melissa - you have my number use it if you need it. I think this is a bad year for marriages....I have already had 3 friends tell me they are going through counseling (Two of them their marriages are better then before and one her husband isn't going w/ her so it's kind of pointless). At any rate it works I have seen it. I am sure it will all work out and things will be better then ever in the months to come. You MIL and your family are in my prayers. Ok March has got to end....everyone seems to be in funk...or something and it's just not fun....I love you all so much lets all stick together and hang in there and we all can make it through anything. Let's go NC Bandsters!!!! Oh yeah....ya'll know I start work on Monday which I am so excited about. Well monday is his first semniar and I am going to be there....if anyone wants to come and lend their support I know I wouldn't mind it. No really it's at CMC and I am so excited....Wish me luck!!!!

That is great....Praying that she recovers quickly.

Kathy...I don't think I have read anything as funny as that. You are killing me. Karen sent it to me yesterday and I needed it so bad when she sent it to me. Ok so how are you hives? Hopefully they are getting better. Alright god answered the flipped port one...it's back to normal. haha Melissa - girl do you want to meet up for lunch or something soon? I don't want you being in a funk...it's no fun. Ok so as of yesterday I am offical unemployeed for 3 days. Of course today was no fun in the hospital a good part of the day. Tomorrow my sister is coming to get me and take me Curtis' doctors appt. So Friday no plans!!!! Then come Monday I am employeed again....and I can't believe I am excited about working. (it's got to be the drugs I am on. haha) Alright I am hurting so I am going to get off here and lay down on the couch and let the hubby take care of me. :hat: Have a great night!!!!

Sure I will share....My port had flipped. (Which can happen w/ the band and I knew this going into the band.) He does in the hospital but it's same day surgery. So I was there @ 5:30 this morning and home @ noon. I have one little incision on my belly that is actually smaller then my first port incision. Go figure. :hat: At any rate that was it...no biggie he said my port was good so all he did was stich it back down. He found it under fluro when I went to get a fill, so that is why he went ahead and did a little fill. Hope this is what you were looking for....you can ask me anything you want at any time.