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um...can you say..insane! In florida we aren't allowed to use any thing like that as punishment for talking. A teacher at a school I was working at got let go because he made his students stand in a line outside the classroom door for talking....

just tell them u and ur sister are doing a sisters get away weekend, you can even tell them its in mexico...and then as for the weight loss later on, just tell them that your exercising and making better eating choices, which will all be true... good luck!

The first few weeks after surgery are for healing, not for losing weight. Losing weight during this time is a bonus. I wouldn't push yourself to much in this time and give your body time to recuperate. Are you on solids already? Can you swallow your vitamins whole?

Hi Teri, Welcome! I am currently in Portugal but I am from the Orlando area and I'm moving back this summer. Congrats on your surgery. I know what that old appetite feels like, its a hard to get rid of all your old habits and get use to the band ways. Good luck and keep us posted!

I was thinking 3 exchanges in 3 months is a lot, plus the Christmas exchange will be bigger, lots of people will want to participate in that one and it takes more time. Ok people, the Ghostly Gifter (GG's) names are out, so get a move on that shopping and get your gifts out ASAP, we don't want any one being left out or getting a late gift. I'll make a Thank you tread, so as soon as you get your gifts please post a hardy thank you to your giver on that thread, pictures are always appreciated. Good luck and happy shopping!

Sorry Hunny, things are already all set. But there will be a Christmas one coming up real soon...keep an eye out for it and sign up early!!

Okay people, sign up is OVER! I will be sending out confirmation PM's today, please respond to them ASAP. If you don't get one that means I don't have you on my list so please PM if you don't see any thing from me by the end of today. Once every one has confirmed Hugo (DH) will do the matching up as always and I will have your GG's out to you ASAP!

Wow! That sounds great! Congrats! I can't imagine being 15lbs from goal, it must be a wonderful feeling.

1. I don't see what exactly your questions is. Whether or not you have grammatically pinpointed what exactly Ebonics is? Or why is Ebonics used in the first place? And 2., do you not have any thing better to do then nit pick at things like this? This kind of energy would seem better served in some kind of charity or public service.:faint:

Hi there, I would ask your doctor. Some doctors include fills in the price that the patient pays for the surgery. Some times insurance will cover the cost, and sometimes you need to pay out of pocket, and I have heard the prices have a huge range from like $100-$500. Although I think paying more then $250 for a fill is too much. But again it depends on your area and your doctor. Your best bet is to ask. Good Luck!

Many people here have had their surgery done in Mexico with no problems. I would call the Mexican hospital back and insist that they send something over, even if they don't keep their records, they can make a new one for you. Then I would make an appt with your PCP and show him the knot again so he can refer you again. Make sure you let him know what the surgeon said the last time, that it was just inflamation...and obviously it was much more. I feel for ya, it sounds like things are tough, but I'm sure you can figure out a way. There are a few places on the web where you can search for fill doctors...there is one that a lot of people here recommend. www.fillcentersusa.com Good luck.

*bump* Any one else?? The cut off date is in 2 more days!

It sounds like you have had a rough time. But its great that your so close to goal! I would kill to have restriction on an empty band! I have 3cc and I need to go back and get another fill. Congrats on your success so far.

I like that one...

MaryB Congrats!! You did great! Not only did you have a dream dress and a goal, but you reached it. I think that's great! You go girl! :clap2:

Darn, I would have liked to see some responses to this. Even though I haven't lost that much, my port has started to poke out a little bit, and its been a pain in my side since i had surgery. If I get a little bloated or if I eat a little to much, or if I walk a lot or...you get the idea...my port starts to feel like its poking my ribs and it hurts! I mean to ask the doc about it next time I go in to see him. Let me know what your doc says.

I believe that A1kiou is VERY close to that 100lb goal..... I would be watching for her! :biggrin1:

There are a lot of people who will say that you you shouldn't do it and there will be a few people who say you should if you want to. My 2 cents, you can taste all kinds of new foods with restriction. There is no need to get an unfill. A bite or 2 of something is enough to get a taste and still enjoy what your eatting, with out undoing all the good your band has done, and with out busting your diet.

Congrats Alison, you deserve every bit of your success because I know you have worked so hard for it! Wanna pass a little of your will power 'round this way?? Keep it up and you will be at your goal in no time!!:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

Ok people, I'm back home and back on track... I am sOoooooo sorry again about losing the list on the labor day exchange, if there are any lose ends on that exchange please pm me about it. Ok if you pm'ed me your information you should have gotten a pm from me letting you know that your all set, if you pm'ed me and didn't get any thing from me, pm me again sometimes the pm's are screwie. I'll be pm'ing confirmation pm's soon too and we can start our shopping and sending! If you have and doubts or questions please pm me, and it's not to late if you still want to sign up please pm me!

It's my understanding that broil is when just the top element is working and the bottom is off. What temp you cook at depends on what your cooking, how thick it is how long it might take to cook etc. Most recipes usually give a temp to cook at, whether its baking or broiling. Baking is when both elements are on, bottom and top. So you assumed right.

there was a discussion about this a few weeks ago, search for banded bracelets and im sure it will come up. there is a member here (Izikesmom) (sp?) who sells them for $4 I think. They are purple and say banded and beautiful. Also I heard if you ask Inamed they will send you one of theirs for free blue and I don't know what it says.

I continue to disagree...it is not my job to teach kids manners and values, my job is to educate them in the subject that I teach. The rest is up to the parents. I didn't choose to bring those lives into the world, their parents did and there for it is totally their responsibility to see to the welfare of the children. They need to raise their children with their values and morals. I might have a completly different take on life then parents might have for their children and who is to say I get to dictate how the kids should be raised. Thats why we have so many uneducated kids now. Because teachers are to busy raising kids for their parents instead of teaching them the basics like math and reading and language arts. If parents were held responsible and did their jobs you would see a lot more progress in schools. When my grandfather was in school there was 1 teacher for grades 1 - 6 and she delt with all the kids and did a great job. Why? Because the kids were well behaved and had manners and they knew if they didn't do well in school they were in trouble when they got home. 1 teacher could deal with it all. Today it's impossible. Kids know if they get in trouble at school they can run home and mommy or daddy will sue the school district.

hey there, I had the same thing, i had great restriction for about a month after my surgery but then just as soon as it came it was gone. I have had one fill and will be going back for another soon.

Your missing my point. Teachers SHOULDN'T be required to be anything other then a teacher. Parents need to take accountability for their children. Just like Jachut said she helps her son exercise and eat properly. Thats what parents should be doing, not sending their kids to school expecting teachers to teach them manners and basic good sense. These values should come from home.