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Then I guess the waitstaff has to deal with that...The menu offers those items, so they are fair game...But if the menu states "for children under 12" or even simply "Children's menu" Then that is exactly who those items are intended for.

exactly what I was thinking...Had to read through 4 pages to find someone who thinks the way I do...In addition Waistaff work on tips...(which is figured on a percentage of the bill) If a group of bandsters go out to eat and all order off the Children's menu, the waitress works just as hard to please the table and makes less than 1/2 the money she would make on a table of paying adults...So She then suffers for our "Disability" Fair??? I think not!!

This thread was going strong until my post...That was on 6/25/08...Whenever I post something of this nature it is a complete thread stopper...I'm not sure if it is because I come across as discouraging...Or if others agree and are just trying to stay positive...Any thoughts???

The problem I have with this theory, is the same thing that made me doubt this band would work...If we could all stop when we were "No Longer Hungry" vs. "full/stuffed" we would not be here...I feel like the band should make it almost impossible to "Over-Eat" and I'm not talking about the slider foods and junk food. I'm referring to a meal of Steak and potatoes, salad and bread...After a surgery it should not be the norm to feel the same way we did before. And that is just how I feel...When I stop eating it's due to will power. I may not feel "hungry" but almost always I feel as if I would like to eat more...To me this past 5 months has been like a very hard diet...and If not for the fact that I told everyone I was getting banded, I'd likely have quit from pure discouragement by now...I give great credit to all that have been succesful with the band. And I will continue to give it my best effort. I am down 40 lbs. But honestly, I'm having serious doubts about the effectiveness of this tool...

I am 5'3...By your formula I should be shooting for 115 lbs...I simply don't see myself getting anywhere near that...I weighed 118 for about 5 minutes in my early 20's...I was strutting my stuff in a very small bikini...(That summer and that summer only!!!) anyway...That was before Kids, a sit down job, and the need to nourish my body with food rather than Booze and Bong hits....To be honest...I'd feel wonderful at 140...Skinny even...but I think your formula is a good guideline...especially for the younger crowd...

I think after divorce you lose weight initially....Then gain back double what you lost.......That was my experiene anyway

Just wanted to say...I'm 5'3 on my tallest days...and at 165 I feel wonderful...I'm down from 228 to 182 and I already feel like my old self...I think goals should be realistic and timely...As you continue on you journey, your goals may change...And the best way to acheive them is to go for attainable goals...and always make new goals to better your life...Wieght loss or otherwise...

I was/am in the same position as you. My Dr made me wait 16 weeks for my first fill of only .5cc's and I am supposed to wait 16 more weeks before getting another one. I can eat anything at all and in large amounts...That being said...I am doing really well...I was on a pre/post Op liquid diet that helped me shed about 20 lbs...It seemed that was the motivation I needed...I'm now down a total of 45 lbs since January. At first it felt really slow...But it's picking up now and I'm really starting to notice. This is my advice to you...Try, Try, Try your very hardest for a bit longer...Make healthy food choices and get some excersize...It's easier said than done I know...but once the weight starts coming off it is motivating...and when you do go in for that fill in 3 months you will be down 15 pounds or so rather than up...Then the fills should start to kick in and things will get easier and easier for you...Give it some real effort...You will be so proud of yourself...and you'll be feeling better...That will keep you on track...And since you still have a large appetite right now...Pick one day of the week and have a great meal out at your favorite restuarant...Then get right back on track...

Manatee...You've hit the nail on the head!!! Everything you've said is completely true and understandable.

I hate to sound sceptical...And I am not being judgemental. Just trying to get a better understanding of others religious beliefs. Why is it that your relationship with the Lord didn't giude you to health pre-banding? Again, I mean no disrespect and I wish you continued success and health.

I got a Weight Watchers Portable digital scale at Kohls for $29.99. It works perfect. Extremely accurate.

I'm In Woburn and would like to join your group. Please keep me posted with any developments

Thanks for the replies...I put a phone call in to the Dr today. (I got a call back from his nurse) Anyway, he has agreed to see me on June 24th. That was the first appointment I could get. I have come to the conclusion that he is just far too busy and has overextended his services. I started to realize this at his last support group. I think there was about 200 people there. And he is the only Dr at his office. He quadrouple books his appointment slots and once I waited 2.5 hours in his office to be seen for a scheduled appointment. I guess I need someone who has a bit more time for his patients.