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So sad. Poor little birdy. :cry I have a tender heart and don't know how I could stand to hear that. Can your DH cut a hole in the wall and then plaster it over? Just reaching for straws I guess. Good luck!!

R U secretly married to Big Paul? You both have a way with words and give great words of wisdom. I don't have my band yet, but not once have I been discouraged by the complications of the band. I know some newbies say the complication threads scare them. To me, knowledge is power. I want to know your story of how & why you lost the band. I want to know what works for some and what doesn't. I am EMPOWERED by those that have had the band for awhile and inspired by those newly banded. I thank you for your honesty and integrity. It speaks volumes!!!

R U secretly married to Big Paul? You both have a way with words and give great words of wisdom. I don't have my band yet, but not once have I been discouraged by the complications of the band. I know some newbies say the complication threads scare them. To me, knowledge is power. I want to know your story of how & why you lost the band. I want to know what works for some and what doesn't. I am EMPOWERED by those that have had the band for awhile and inspired by those newly banded. I thank you for your honesty and integrity. It speaks volumes!!!

I just talked to my mom and she said something I want to share..... You can't turn back tomorrow, but you can live today!! Wow...just wanted to share.....

Thought some positive words were in order today.

Thank you. I know, that statement was profound to me as well. It will keep me going along with all the wonderful support here at LBT. I'm trying to get my DH to move my computer upstairs for after the surgery. We sold the laptop and I don't want to do a flight of stairs. LBT is my most recent addiction. :eek: We have a router, so I'm not sure how he's going to do it.

Kim ~ I'm preband so can't offer any advice, but wanted to congratulate you on the job well done!!! You two make a beautiful couple. :biggrin1:

Thanks Kim!!

Can I just say I'm getting my band on FRIDAY!!!

Oh sweetie, your not downing on me. You are doing exaclty what you should be doing....coming here for support. Too bad we can't all go in the same place together. Boy, some of us would probably turn that hospital upside down.:heh:

Sounds good to me....at least until Friday!! Thanks Leatha...encouragement is what it's all about!!! I appreciate all the words of wisdom from the old & disgruntled NON-failures!! Can't believe your date was the 27th.....we are kind of like band sisters. My bday is the 31st, so I really wanted it b4 then....you know, the new me. :biggrin1: BTW, I do have some BeautiControl stuff to give myself a pedicure. That's in the plans for Wed. I had one at the salon b4 Mother's Day.

Now your starting to sound like me. :heh: I just posted how I lost brain cells during child birth. You will be fine!! You are in good company here!! Glad you found the GasX....it's a must have.

Be strong....you CAN make it through today without junk!! I'm proud of your lunch....keep that attitude!!!

I think the GasX only comes in the strips and chewables. Please correct me if I'm wrong. Were you banded today the 23rd? Don't be scared...you have us to support you!!!

I'm leaning toward the magic bullet. Thanks for the feedback....greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks Leatha!! I am just so happy right now that it's not fair!! I'm getting my band on Fri and tomorrow I get rid of the kids....taking them to grandma & papaw's. I'm not sure who's more excited. :dance: Isn't this a great place? I just love LBT!!

Oooo, sounds painful to me. I have several bags of mulch to get down, but I don't want to be sore b4 surgery and know I can't do it afterwards. Poor DH, he's going to work hard this summer. :heh: Take it easy and rest that port!!

medussa ~ Bless you heart....are you feeling any better? I hope you've had some relief by now. :biggrin1: I know some people recommend the heating pad. Have you tired that? Keep us updated. DeAnn ~ What's going on with you? How did you pull that muscle....were you in that beautiful garden? I hope your on the mend. :clap2:

I can feel the excitement and the love....thanks to all of you for the wonderful support this place gives me!!! Welcome Chris....I'm so glad you joined us here.:welcome: When you get the time, try to read the entire thread b/c there's so much great info here and you can get to know people that share the same thing at the same time. Teresita ~ Yes, I've been walking 20 min a day. My boys walk with me. Just yesterday, my 3 yr old said, "Mommy, where's your exercise?". Gave me a good laugh. You keep me inspired and your little avatar just makes me want to walk!! GreatDame ~ WooHoo....Friday is coming....hang on!!

I was already wearing mine...I planned ahead today!!

Ooo... I have that shaker somewhere. It used to hold sugar and cinnamon. :omg: I'll get it out and ready. What a great tip!!! THANKS!!!

Hold your head high!! You've given yourself a wonderful gift and in the end, it doesn't really matter what others say. I always say that if their talking about me, at least their leaving someone else alone. Tell them you have the band. It was a personal decision and you have no regrets. Leave it at that. You can smile when you see them huddled in the corner talking b/c your getting healthy and feeling good. And WOW, you have so much energy....look at you chasing the little ones around!!! Let your happy spirit show and don't let them make you feel ashamed!!

Sounds to me like they just want more info to back up their decision. If they were going to tell you no, you would have already gotten the denial. It could still come back as a denial, but I would call them to get understand "specifically" what they want and then provide it. This happened to me and it was frustrating, but stick with it. It will be worth it in the end. Here's my personal experience: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/showthread.php?t=17107 Not sure if it will be helpful in your case, but I do wish you the very best!! Hope to hear soon that your approved. Keep in touch!!

I'm convinced that brain cells are sucked out during delivery. At least, that's my excuse. :heh: Leatha ~ I can understand the hesitation with the offer coming via net. It's kind of fun to fantasize though isn't it? We live in a day and age where we can't always trust the motivations of people, ESPECIALLY on the net. There are trolls, pedophiles, rapists and much more we can't even imagine. We are raising our children in a tough time, that's for sure. All the more reason to have them in church IMO.

Well, I guess that leaves me out, huh? The long legged blondes always get the good guys. Enjoy your "quality" time together.....I'm sure it's time well spent. :heh: Yes, I did get the BB yogurt at Wal-Mart. I can't get that blackberry out of my mind, it was that good. YUMMY!!