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What an exciting race today!! I was on pins and needles just waiting for Tony to wreck....thank goodness that didn't happen. I told my mom that I thought Tony took a muscle relaxer today and Jeff Gordon smoked some wacky weed. :heh: I just can't help myself. I love the emotions of a race like this. I really got excited when Gordon shoved Kenseth. So unbelievable!! :faint: Kenseth did apologize, but he barely tapped him. Someone on Fox was saying yesterday that Gordon would be the coolest driver on the track and his car won't have a scratch. That's just Bristol Baby! :heh: Speed News reported that he may be fined and points deducted. I'm not a Gordon fan, but I disagree with that 100%. Kenseth should have given him more time to cool down. But then again, if that was Tony, he would have everyone up his rear sideways condemning him. Did anyone hear Kyle's nickname used to be shrub? That was too funny. :heh: I think that's a good nickname for both of the Bush boys.

Diana ~ You are so beautiful....I'm glad you posted that pic. The sunset is just gorgeous too!! BTW, did you get some Aloe Vera juice & Egg Drop Soup? I've never tried either one, but it doesn't sound appetizing. Does the juice taste like the plant and the soup taste like an egg? Just wondering since I'm preband. I can learn to like anything if it helps my soon-to-be-band. :biggrin1:

Just got color yesterday and asked my hair dresser about the Biotin. I am preband and she suggested starting it now b/c according to her, it can take up to 6 mos to build up in your system. Anyone know if this is true or if it's a benefit to start taking it now?

Why didn't I think of Family Fun? I used to get the magazine. I will go there. Love all the ideas. Can't wait to do some of them. Who says you can only do one trick? I'll keep'em going all day.

Happy Birthday...enjoy your special day!! Don't worry about the low profile. Your not old until you need the cones!

How precious!! I love dogs and I'm glad you posted Bailey's pic. :clap2: Something tells me those toys won't stay behind him for very long. Good luck with the little fur ball. :biggrin1:

Have you tried www.obesityhelp.com ? You can look up a lot of info on docs at that site. Also, try www.drscore.com . Have you done a search here for his name? If you are uneasy for any reason, do what you can until your comfortable with your choice. It may mean going with someone else. Only you can make that decision. I know my husband is very superstitious and wouldn't even let me call the insurance company on Mon the 13th. Didn't bother me, but I took his advice. Best of luck to you on making a decision!!

I've heard coffee beans count as a vegetable & wine as a fruit....not really, but it's a nice thought. :loco: My surgeon says no coffee, but I don't think I can swing that. I only have 1-2 cups a day. :phanvan I think moderation will be the key for me.

Congratulations on your weight loss!! I am preband, but I bet it is kind of scary to be dehydrated. How do you workout? I used to go to Curves and I'm just wondering what people do. We have Curves here in town along with the Y and a place like Curves but they do actual weights. I'm also considering an elipical machine when I get two dimes to rub together. I will pray for little Chloe. It sounds like she is a little one if your checking her breathing. Yes, I did that too when mine were small. Does she have RSV? Both of my boys suffered with RSV and it was scary. Have fun picking out a minivan. I wouldn't be without one now. It's nice to push a button and have the door open when you have little ones.

Thanks Morsaille ~ That sounds like a good one, but that would require me getting out of bed myself.....I hate mornings. :notagree I appreciate the reply. :clap2: Anyone else pull good ones on their kids?

I really think some companies actually teach stall tactics!! Can anyone with experience in insurance confirm or deny this? Why didn't she tell you that on Mon...was it the same rep? Do you have a fax? If so, ask the office to fax it to you when they fax it to insurance then call insurance. Sorry to ask so many questions. :phanvan I am frustrated for you.....hang in there!! :biggrin1:

Hey Flower ~ Do we have you convinced? Have you checked the paper for a used computer yet? :typing: This thread is really starting to crack me up. :laugh I sure have enjoyed reading about all your husbands. Morsaille ~ I do feel bad of you and I don't know how or what to offer for a solution. :phanvan It's difficult to convince some men that wives/mommies do need some time for themselves. Maybe you could put a huge sign above the computer that says: If mama ain't happy....ain't nobody happy!! No really, it is healthy for a relationship for each person to have an outlet....you already know that....it's just convincing him. He knows that too b/c he loves E-Bay. I can relate to the 2 yr old thing b/c my boys are right here wanting me to help them with game on daddies computer while I'm on LBT. I tell them to go get their daddy. :heh:

Well said Dana. :clap2: I was actually surprised to find the bypass people so supportive at the groups I attended. I was really expecting more of what you experienced. This does go to show that all overweight people do have something in common regardless of what or if they decide to do something about it. rachele ~ I am a newbie & preband, but I am sorry you have felt offended. I feel you do have a place here however, I do think you should expect to hear some things you don't like. Personally, I didn't see anything wrong with what Doty posted on this tread b/c she was stating her opinion and her friend's experience. I would never do bypass myself, but more power to you if that's what you decide. Again, I am new, but I do believe there is something in the rules saying "to attack an idea and not a person or individual". From what I read, this is what your doing to Doty. I don't always agree with Doty or others for that matter, but I go on to something else. When I attend 2 groups this week, I didn't learn about band issues, but I did go away with a little something so it wasn't a total lose. 1. Learned about possible hair lose (missed it here somehow). 2. I will write down how I feel b4 my surgery so I never forget that feeling and hopefully, that will bring me inspiration some day when I need a boost. I learned more at LBT than I could ever learn at a 2 hr group meeting.....even if they were only bandsters. This is what works for me. Like you said, WLS is not one size fits all and I think most people would agree with that statement. Feelings and convictions are the same way. You have to accept them for what they are and move forward. I wish you luck and I hope you find your place here or somewhere that you can feel like part of the family.

I know it can be hard sometimes to let your guard down, but that's what you need right now. Let your LBT family carry your burdens. This is an overwhelming time for you have friends here that love and care for you. Let us do it. Keep typing away and you will find the support to lift you up. We can't fix the problem, but we sure can be there for you. Also, I don't know where you stand with God, but He has always promised to never give us anything more than we can handle. I know the times I feel the lowest are the times I lean on Him the most.....turn your eyes to Him and you will find peace. Click here to listen to a song that is very personal to me: http://www.wrensworld.com/anchor.htm The first verse says, I have journeyed through The long dark night, Out on the open sea, Sight Unknown, And yet His eyes are watching me. The anchor holds. Keep posting....we need you as much as you need us.

So glad to hear the good report....good as in no slippage. :nervous I am preband so I appreciate your post and will always remember NO HOT DOGS! Take care and get some rest. :notagree

Proud to say.....75% Dixie. Lived most of my life in Ohio, but both parents are 100% West Virginia hillbillies!! They say, tare instead of tire and tigers are tagers. What can I say? I'm proud of my southern blood.

Oh my.....I can't imagine how you find the energy to keep going. I guess it's what mom's do best, just keep going until all is well, then crash. I do hope & pray you don't come down with that nasty stuff. I had the flu with my boys earlier this year and I would have died if anyone would have seen my house at that time. Moms just can't afford to get sick. Take care and we'll keep praying for all of you!!

Congratulations!!! :clap2: May all you band dreams come true!!! :clap2:

So sorry to hear your band slipped. :phanvan I'm glad to hear you home and I will pray for a quick recovery. Take care and get some rest. :hug:

FYI....my surgeon, Dr. Evanson requires a 23 hr stay as well. This only makes me more confident in my choice, especially since they are a "Center of Excellence". Some docs are different and some people want to be home, but this is the best choice for me personally. You'll be glad you stayed if you have any problems like JanetC. I wish you the very best!! :clap2:

We have had "His" and "Hers" computers since we got married. I hate it when he touches my computer....unless I have a problem that needs fixed. If you can swing it, that is the way to go!! ~Good Luck~

I'm preband so I can't offer any advice on most of your issues, but I can talk to the period thing. Last year when my husband ended up staying in the hopital for 5 days after an outpatient surgery, I started my period when I shouldn't have. A few mos ago, I was under A LOT of stress and again, had an extra period. They lasted from 3-5 days and I still had my regular period. Our bodies do respond to stresses including weight loss and such. I hope this helps you in some way. Good luck!

Hi Mvpo ~ I know we've both been waiting , but to find out they didn't have your PreD?? Sounds like someone at UHC didn't have their morning coffee. Did your surgeon's office tell you the method of sending the info? I would try to find out and follow the trail with the new info to make sure it arrives safely. I have been documenting EVERY conversation with date, time, & person spoken to from the very beginning. Even if I have to leave a message, I would put LMOR (left message on recorder) with date & time. I have notes from Jan. The hardest part, the waiting, is almost over. Hang in there....it's getting closer....I can FEEL it!! :dance: I have one more support group to attend and I'm going to have to wait until the first week of April for a meeting. :cry Oh well, at least they haven't told me no.

Has anyone tried taking the Biotin b4 the band to prevent hair loss? I'm just wondering if I can get a jump on this b4 it becomes an issue. Also, I've been through 2 pregnancies and 3 surgeries and have never lost hair....is this a good sign? Thanks in advance for any advice!

Dana ~ I'm glad to hear your meeting wasn't all bad. :biggrin1: I attended my second meeting tonight and again, I was the only "band" person out of 30+ people. The second group kind and respectful as the first. Still I wish they would offer a lapband group like SherryW. I think I would be more inclined to attend on a regular basis. For now, I'm going to fulfill my insurance request for 3 sessions, then I'm sticking with my LBT family and saving my gas. I driven 7+ hrs within the last 2 days attending these meetings. NewSho ~ Funny you should bring up the hair thing b/c that did seem to be a big topic of discussion. The reasons sited were exactly what you stated within the 4 -6 mos time after surgery b/c of rapid weight loss. They also said some people react to the anesthesia. I'm going to start a thread about that...wait, I'll do a search first. :rolleyes