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Okay, think we're going to have to cancel tomorrow evening. It seems that there's a lot going on right before school starts. Want to try for the same time, same place on September 17 or is Maple Grove Olive Garden an easier spot for more to reach?

Wow, don't know what the heck happened to the font in my last message?!

Should we just wait until mid September? That's fine with me. I have not gotten any RSVPs. Is a Saturday mid to late morning better for everyone? If we had a weekend morning, would more people be available so we have a good turnout? I don't mind driving from the far eastern suburbs on a weekend, it's the mid week that makes it hard to get out to western suburbs and then home. Who would be interested in "rain checking" this Wednesday's meeting and waiting until next month. I'm pretty flexible. If there are one or two people that want to meet tomorrow, I'll be there. Thanks, Marybeth 651-231-2465

Just checking... Is anyone coming tomorrow night at 6? Haven't gotten any texts or seen any replies to the message chain. Thanks, Marybeth

Would like to get a count estimate for Wednesday at 6pm if possible. We plan to meet at La Casitas in Fridley on Central Ave...just south of 694 on the east side of the road. Please text me at 651-231-2465 with your RSVP. I just want to make sure we have reservations for a large table if we need one. Thank you! See you Wednesday! Marybeth

Well, today I started my protein shake diet. Drank a chocolate supreme shake from Unjury for breakfast. I made it with almond milk and it tasted almost as good as chocolate ice cream. Of course, now that I've started this phase and am committed to it, all I can think about it food! Wish me luck. See you on the 20th at La Casitas on Central Ave. in Fridley. Marybeth

Hi Tyra, Just a little correction... It is the La Casitas in Fridley On Central ave just south of 694

Surgery 3 weeks from today! Hope to see everyone on the 20th. I'll be sipping instead of eating.

Hi again, Frankie, I was wondering if you would mind corresponding through email. I have some questions I'd love to ask about the type of pre-op and post-op procedures and materials you were provided. I'll email you what I received, which I think are kind of "bare." My biggest worry after the whole thing is Vitamins. Did you receive any information on post-op vitamins? I'll give you both my work and my home email just in case you do decide to write and it gets caught in the spam filter. mbreed@johnstech.com mbrinmn@gmail.com Hope to hear from you. I'm so glad to know someone else is going with surgery in Mexico. It makes me feel like I made the right decision and I'm not the only one. Thanks, Marybeth

I can't wait to talk to you about it and really hope you can make it on the 20th. I'll be thinking of you on the 6th!!! Best Wishes!!!

Thanks for the info Frankie. Again, when do you have your surgery? I researched quite a few doctors and found one that I liked, but I had to go through Specialized Bariatrics, Inc., to schedule everything with this particular doctor. Where in Mexico are you going? I am having mine surgery done by Dr. Jaqueline Osuna in Tjinuana. It's good to know someone else is trying the Mexico route. My insurance didn't cover bariatric surgery, so this was really the only alternative I had. I'll be very interested to speak with you. Marybeth

Just curious if anyone knows of someone who had their surgery done through a medical tourism program in Mexico or another country?

Well, a Las Margaritas margarita may have to be my liquid dinner for that night. I'm not a big drinker either, but generally margaritas are my drug of choice...or a good pilsner. What I think I am REALLY going to miss is my morning Diet Coke. I may have to switch back to coffee. See you on the 20th.

I live in Woodbury. Champlin would be quite a hike for me and probably for a few others...those from Red Wing and Burnsville. If we did a weekend lunch sometime, I'd be in to meet in Albertville or Becker. Are we good to go for Wednesday the 20th at Las Margaritas in Fridley this time around? That's a pretty central location for almost everyone involved. That is one week before my surgery, so I'll be on a liquid diet too. I'll be right there with you, agirlnamedfrankie.

I'm in if we can do it before the 25th. That's when I head off to have my surgery.

I am home sick today and cannot make tonight's group meeting. Have only had one response as to attendance, so maybe we should cancel tonight and shoot for another evening. I am so sorry to put a big kink in the plan.

Just a reminder that we're scheduled to meet this Wednesday, July 16th at 6:00 p.m. at La Casita's Mexican Grille on Central Ave. and 51st in Fridley/Columbia Heights. It is just two "blocks" south of 694 on the east side of the road. The exact address for those of you using your GPS is: 5085 Old Central Ave Columbia Heights, MN 55421 Phone is: 763-571-7784 Here is their web site, which also has directions: http://www.lacasita.biz/ See you on Wednesday! Marybeth

Looks like you're doing really well, Debra. How are you feeling. Any issues or insights to share. I have my surgery in 7 weeks. Just looking for post-op ideas and tips. Hope to see you next Wednesday.

I am wondering if I can get some insight on Vitamins. I think I should start to introduce them into my diet at this time. I'm the one who is getting my surgery done in Mexico, so I don't get much advanced counseling on things like vitamins. Does anyone have Vitamin recommendations? What should I take? What should I not take? What should not be taken together? I know there are many kinds of vitamin interactions and inefficacies depending on how you take them, with what, and when. I'm looking forward to our dinner next Wednesday, but if you have any information or a web site to share, I'd greatly appreciate it. Thanks, Marybeth

Sorry that this may be a duplicate post, but I wasn't sure my original message was posted to the entire group or to the topic chain of just a few people... Next group meeting: Wednesday, July 16 6:00 p.m. La Casitas Mexican Restaurant Central Ave. (just south of 694) Fridley Hope you can all make it to share your surgery stories and lend support to those who have just gone through surgery and those who about to. La Casitas is on the east side of Central Ave. and just 2 "blocks" south of 649. The group that met this month thought this area would be more central for those coming from outreaching suburbs in all directions. Just write a reply if you can make it. I'll make the reservations. Thanks, Marybeth Reed (Surgery scheduled for Aug. 27)

Next group meeting: Wednesday, July 16 6:00 p.m. La Casitas Mexican Restaurant Central Ave. (just south of 694) Fridley Hope you can all make it to share your surgery stories and lend support to those who have just gone through surgery and those who about to. La Casitas is on the east side of Central Ave. and just 2 "blocks" south of 649. The group that met this month thought this area would be more central for those coming from outreaching suburbs in all directions. Just write a reply if you can make it. I'll make the reservations. Thanks, Marybeth Reed (Surgery scheduled for Aug. 27)

La Casitas it is! July 16. 6pm. Please spread the word. I can not figure out if everyone is seeing these threads or not????

Anyone available on Wednesday, July 16 in the Fridley area. How about LaCasitas on Central Ave. in Fridley, just south of hwy 694? Thank you to the last group of ladies who gave me some great recommendations on whey Protein drinks. I have started to incorporate one into my daily routine.

Not sure if you saw my post. I feel like I don't get the message and posting part of this site. I thought we could maybe look out into July and get something scheduled. I "threw out" Wednesday, July 16, for starters. Suggested we meet more centrally to the whole twin cities area...when I look at a map, Roseville seems to be about the middle of the Twin Cities and outer lying suburbs/towns, or maybe Fridley/Columbia Heights. Lots of highway access to both areas.

Let's look ahead at next month's calendar. Would it work for anyone/everyone to meet the week of the 14th? Maybe Wednesday, July 16? Maybe we can do a more centralized twin cities location. What about Roseville or Bloomington? Or maybe New Brighton or Fridley? Any other suggestions?