ChristyC

Considering Michigan lap band surgery at Port Huron Lap Band Center. Has anyone gone there?? Thanks, ChristyC

WOW...that sounds great! I am being banded this coming Tues. and I would like an instant replay of what you had!! Take care and thanks for sharing. ChristyC in Michigan

'Praying for you Smilin Apple....let us know how you are doing?! I am getting a bit nervous for Tues. I was doing well on pre op diet and tonight started some "emotional" eating. Eeeks, don't want to go there. I have not prayed today....wow, that is usually my problem. Not by strength, Not by might but by your Power, saith the Lord of Hosts Lord help us all, not to run ahead of YOU!! ChristyC :thumbup:

Hi, I have been lurking and reading for awhile, I am getting my band on Tues. Great doc and program here in Michigan. I have good support in place and am stocking up on some protein stuff. I only had three weeks to do pre op diet and he said "Lose Some" I have lost 10 pounds...but now I am nervous, and today been emotional eating. Not good! But tomorrow is a new day. I have so many pot lucks and feasts to go to in my life, at least two a week. I am a member of an American Indian community...and eating is such a big social thing. I am working with a local nutitionist (who knows the Culture) and a support group, but it is still hard. Tonight I ate too much and the wrong things for the first time in 10 days (still preop). Oh well, deep breath, I will have a tool soon but need to get some alternatives to these feasts!! Please pray for me that my surgery goes well and I will stay in touch. ~~ChristyC in Michigan, 58 yrs old Mom & Grandma & Wife, BMI 50 Type II diabetic ready to get healthy and begin anew!! :biggrin: Thanks!!

May surgery is May 20th and God has been in all of this. I am so blessed and really looking forward to this new "chance" to re-build the temple (MINE) LOL There are so many exciting things happening in this old world, I want to be here to give God the Glory and be a watchman on the wall!! Please pray for my safety in surgery for Tues May 20th. I will let you know when I am banded. PTL ChristyC in Michigan

Oh Honey, you are just fine. Take a deep breath!! My BMI is 50 and I am 58 and am being banded next week. Get some counseling and/or a support system where you live. They are all over, ask any medical people. It will be wonderful for you to get rid of the weight, I am sure. I rely on the Lord and help from counselors. The lap band is a tool to work with and you will have help along the way. Just take is easy on yourself. You deserve to be healthy and happy!! ChristyC

Hi.. I will not be banded until next week, but you should call the doctor for peace of mind. Men are a bit more "sensitive" and love to be "taken care of", if you get my drift. But, just in case, call the doctor. I have a hubby and several sons!! Experienced Mama. ChristyC

Hi ChristyC from Michigan. I am getting banded on May 20th. All went so fast and well, I am looking forward to it...but trying to lose some before surgery. Any suggestions will help!! I need it. Thanks

Hi, I am a newbie (Surgery 5-20) and I am trying to set up my ticker thing on this site. I have it made and ready to paste the code somewhere, BUT WHERE does it get pasted. Any help please!! Thanks so much, ChristyC

Hi Sally....you are right, about being closer than Mexico. You don't go there for the fills do you??? ChristyC

I finally got my Surgery Date, May 20th. I am 58 yrs old and BMI of 50. I am excited and a bit nervous. Surgeon said to lose some weight prior, to shrink organs a bit. I am trying that. Has anyone used Unjury?? Thanks, ChristyC in Michigan

I am so excited to see a Christian Site!! Praise the Lord. I am getting banded May 20th...and will want prayer for that please. I know my Lord is so good and merciful, and am I thankful for this opportunity!! I will keep reading, but am sure glad you are all here. ChristyC in Michigan :thumbup:

Hi I am right behind you. I am from the U.P. and traveling down State for mine...excited and wanting to get it done! ChristyC

I live in Sault Sainte Marie way up in da U.P. My surgery is May 20th in Port Huron, quite a drive but worth it. I am doing the preop diet now, starting today....challenging but not impossible. ChristyC

I wish I would have stood up for my health at your age (judging by your pretty picture!) I am being banded at the end of May at the age of 58...and believe me there will always be parties and birthdays. You can do it after your banding as your will have a tool to work with. Just say no and take care of yourself in the meantime!! You all will be fine. Good for you taking care of yourself!! ChristyC

I would love to chat with others, but am new and cannot figure how to get emails, etc. I am 58:ohmy: with a BMI of 50 and ready to rock and roll. I am sick of weight and diabetes and plan to get back to my old athletic self real soon. I am in Michigan and going to Port Huron Lap Band Center with Dr. Bhesenia on May 20th. It is 6 hour drive and I would walk if I had too. I am hoping to break even on gasoline by the food I'll save! ChristyC

Hi Paisley and Others.... I have my first app't on May 1st and am excited and a bit nervous. I have studied this and am looking forward to this procedure. I am so thrilled for this lap band vs the gastric bypass, which I would not even consider. I have a BMI of 49 and I will be 58 yrs old in a couple of weeks. I am keeping my eye on the prize, good health and a longer life!! ChristyC in Michigan :ohmy: