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Jack, I just have to say-YOU ROCK. Where were you when I was 20???????? candy, although it doesnt feel like it now, things WILL get better. Hugs to you

Ok, I Must Be Sheltered. What Is Vegemite???????????

Happy Happy Happy Day !!! Congrats To The Both Of You !!!1

not to fret !! I got my period the day of surgery. Went in with a tampon. Not to sound gross, but they removed it when I was out cold. Woke up with a pad and those beautiful undies to keep them in place. You are so out of it the first 12 hours, I didnt even notice the nurses dealing with cleaning me up. the good news is you are in the hospital for only 24 hours, so really not a big deal. good luck

Hi there, I think you should go for it ! I read through your entire email, and it sounds alot like me. I, too, have been up and down with my weight my entire life. I have tried countless diet plans-nutrisystem/weight watchers/diet workshop, etc. I have always lost, but never maintained. I was banded on May 23, and I can honestly say that it was the best thing I have ever done for myself. I don't regret for a day having this done. Every last thing I had to do to get approved, the surgery, the recovery, the PBing, ALL WORTH IT. I have never been happier, and never have more successful than with my band. I am so proud of what I have accomplished, and you can be too. Don't give up !! Your doc will find a way to get you approved. My BMI was under 40, but after a sleep study, it was determined that I had sleep apnea. Also, I had borderline high blood pressure. So all in all, getting the approval wasn't so bad. I began my journey Feb 22, and was lucky to have my surgery in only 3 months. I never ever ever regret what I did and so happy I took the time to finally think of MYSELF. Feel free to email me anytime. I just felt so compelled to answer your post. Good luck with whatever decision you make....

Yea Yea Yea Yea For You !!! Thanks For Sharing The Story And Your Journey With Us.

I just want to weigh less than my husband !!!!!! (he's 183)

BREAD! NO WAY ! NOT EVEN TOASTED ! Jack, did you ever consider going into stand-up???????????????

actually, I was banded May 05, and what is happening to you lately is exactly what I'm going through. I met with my doc last week and told her that I can basically only get fluids and maybe yogurt down in the morning; a Soup for lunch. Around 6 is when I can start eating solids. She explained that the band loosens as the day goes on, as the Fluid collects during the night as you are laying down. It is also worse when you have your period. Hope this eases some of your anxiety. Do you know how much fill you have? Do you feel as if you are eating enough? Congrats on your weight loss ! I think 60 pounds is fantastic. Don't be so hard on yourself.

what is the conversion for kg to pounds????????? I'm clueless

What A Cutie Pie !

all I can say is WOW ! I don't know if is he is telling the truth or not, but to dissolve 23 years of marriage... I'm speechless....

Wanted To Say Happy Birthday Paula Before The Days' End..... Hope It Was A Great One !

Oh I am so sorry !!! will say a special prayer tonight for you/your family. I know there is nothing I can say right now to relieve your pain. I'm just so sorry you are going through this. Thinking of you....

I haven't checked this post in a while...... Everyone's kids are absolutely gorgeous !!! It's so nice to see everyone and connect names and faces !!!!! beautiful pics and I must add- PAULA YOU LOOK GORGEOUS !!! So petite, so thin....

Look at that cutie pie !!!!! The years go by soooooo fast

way to go !!!!!

Warm wishes and great thoughts coming your way. That is the best news I heard all day

happy Birthday from up North !! happy day, happy year !!!

Hi Debbie, I was also banded in May (5/23/2005), and was looking to see how other may bandsters were doing. I think I have done well-just hitting my 50 pound weight loss goal. Things are starting to slow a little bit for me, but still the best decision I have ever made for myself. How have things been for you?

Hi I had my sugery at St. Elizabeths with Dr Nicole Pecquex. had no problems with the program at all. They were great

Hi I live in the Boston area and also have Tufts insurance. I had no problem at all. I think 10 days was all I had to wait before I heard I was approved. Where are you thinking of having your surgery??

I did it ! I hit my first goal. I weighed myself this morning and I officially lost 50 pounds ! (51 to be exact) Not much longer before I get to my next goal: to weigh under 200. Right now I am at 203, so hopefully in two weeks time you will hear me screaming with delight again. Unfortunately, the following goal is to weigh less than my husband (that has been my dream for the past 12 years). He weighs 185, so I've got a bit to go. Thanks everyone for listening and for all your support !!!

Did you say it takes THREE D batteries??? Oh my... (must get myself one of these)

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU I even figfured out how to change my ticker. I am floating on cloud nine today......