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Mia; Check with Malik everyday! I know it's frustrating, but people cancel all the time. Good luck.

IdioGirl; Congrats on meeting your goal!!! And thanks a million for the encouragement. Now it's time to shop!! Have fun.

Georgia; Can hardly wait to see your new cut! I know it's just too cute!!! Jonathan; Congrats on the weightloss!! I've been somewhat slack on the exercise as of late, but you've given me a new motivation!!! Do you also do the low-carb diet?

Congratulations on the 50lb. loss!!! I'll be so delighted when I get there!!!

Congratulations on your surgery date. So far this has been the best thing I've ever done for myself. I hope it proves to be the same for you. Good luck.

Hang in there guys! It does get better.

I use Miralax and it does work wonders!

1 cc- Surgery 3 cc- 1st Fill 2 cc- 2nd Fill .5 cc- 3rd Fill .5 cc- 4th Fill 7 cc in 10cc band

Elizabeth now works at occupational therapy and the OTC. That's why the appointment schedule is mornings one day and after lunch the next, therefore making the OTC hours part-time. Leslie will work solely for the OTC, therefore, being available Mon-Thurs. from 8:30 til 4:30. This will increase availability for appoinments. Fridays will still be until noon and for unfills only. And Elizabeth will work full-time with occupational therapy at the hospital. Malik said the change won't take place until all of Leslie's training has been completed, which is sometime in June. She seems to be a real sweetheart, but I hate to see Elizabeth leave as well.

New Nurse at OTC I went for my fill on yesterday. I really didn't think I'd get one since I'd lost 8lbs. since the 1st of April, but Elizabeth did give me a small one when I explained my increased hunger for the last week or so. She was training a new nurse named Leslie!! She's scheduled to be trained by Inamed in June and after that, she'll be taking Elizabeth's place at the OTC. Malik said that would increase the OTC hours from part-time which is now every other day to full time, which will be everyday from 8:30 to 4:30, therefore, decreasing waiting time between appointments!!! That was good news. She also said at that time, we'll have to start calling scheduling for new appointments. I still made two appointments for May and June to ensure my spots until the new change takes place.

Oneder: I was told by Dr. B that I could use the cloraseptic lozenges, not spray because it irritates further. But he mostly recommended the liquid pain medication. I know it's a bit major for the throat, but it really did help with giving me relief. My throat pain was really the only reason I did use it. Still have more than half the bottle left now. It's good to know that you're doing well overall.

I know what you mean about the extender!!! I did the same thing on a flight to Hawaii. The flight attendant acted as though the extender was precious jewels and was actually reluctant to give it to me. So I just kept if for my return flight and have continued to use it ever since. Orlando, Memphis, ect..... The most exciting thing for me thus far is being more comfortable with the seatbelt in my car!!!!!

Pamela; Thanks for the info. I checked it out and it's interesting. I've been using thedailyplate.com and it's been working pretty well so far, but I may give some serious consideration to trying this. Please let us know when you receive and how it works for you.

Mia; I think Pamela's right on breaking the plateau. My trainer friend just recently gave me the same advice. So I've been alternating between the treadmill/elliptical and the scale is finally moving again. Not to mention, I've traded my low-fat fudge bars for sugar free popsicles. I have an appt. tomorrow, but don't know if I really need a fill, I just think my choices haven't been that great. But I'm going to keep the appt. just to have my weight on record if nothing else. Pamela; Congrats on your weightloss. You are doing great! Forgive my ignorance, but what is a bodybugg?

Nip; You look great! Congrats on the 100 pounds! You're such an inspiration!!!!

Oneder; I had to arrive at 8 a.m., went back about 8:20, into surgery at 10:00 a.m. and was on my way home at 2:15 p.m. I too was extremely anxious, but that's to be expected with the unknown, right? My guess is that you will most likely be headed home by lunch. Good luck. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Way to go Sue!!! You're such an inspiration!!

Leslie; Perhaps you can call Terri and ask if you can have slim-fast. As a matter of fact, I had surgery on a Friday and was allowed slim-fast on Monday. Dr. B. said to feel hungry that soon after means your swelling is going/gone and healing is quicker. That was a good thing, but that crazy feeling in my tummy and head was hard to deal with. The protein in the slim-fast made it so much easier. (20 grams) Pamela: Like Mia, I have been very aware of everything I touch lately. I guess people are starting to think I'm some kind of phobic. The crazy lady using the daily defense every time she opens a door!!! Feel better soon. (I'm giving you a great big cyber hug right now)

Pamela; Thinking of and praying for your speedy recovery. Get some rest. Take care.

Beautifully written. Thank you.

Amy; That's great! I have a pair of jeans that I am waiting to get into and they are a 22! Of course, they're stretch jeans but who cares!! Good job!

Yesterday B-1 oz. ground sausage, 1/4 cup of cheese grits L- chips, skinny cow ice cream sandwich D- drumstick, 1/2 breast, 1/2 cup mashed potatoes S- low sodium V-8 Can you tell I didn't have much restriction?

Leslie; Yes, it does get better. I too am a side/face sleeper and I used a lot of pillows. It also helped me a lot to sleep in a soft-cup bra the first week. I actually got that tip from my surgical nurse. Use the pain meds if necessary, I only used them about 3x's like Allykat. Hope you find that right position soon. Take care.

Mia, you're looking good! Wooohooo.....

Yesterday- B- 3 slices of crispy bacon L- 1 pc. of catfish filet D- 3 chicken fingers, side salad S- Skinny Cow lowfat ice-cream sandwich (140 cal)