Lanakila

Deanna, I'm so sorry to hear that you aren't receiving the support that you need and want from your hubby. I see that your signature line has you as the Supermom...so hold onto the fact that you are doing this for you and for your kids. Best wishes, and stay with us on the boards and we'll support you all the way!

I gotta support this quote wholeheartedly. If they balk at giving you your records, give 'em hell if they don't commit to an appointment right then and there. You are the customer! If they want your business, they'll get their act together. If they aren't interested in providing good customer service, get another doc. I'm sure if you tell the other docs appt folks that you are frustrated with your current doc, even though you are self pay (be sure to put this in the statement...), I'll bet they climb over lots of hurdles to get you in quickly! Good Wishes to you!

I'm a "late bloomer" 'cause my date isn't until August 28th :cool2:

Try the Fruit Punch protein bullet from New whey. I bought one at GNC just to try it and it's really, really good in crystal light. It tastes like cherry nyquil if you try to drink it straight, so into a drinkie it went and it was yummy. If you aren't a shake fan, this is a great way to go.

Candace, did you go to Tulane for your PharmD or BSPharm? I worked for several years in student services at UNC School of Pharmacy. I have a special place in my heart for pharmacists :cool2: Lanakila

I wish everyone a fantastic journey! Come back soon.... Lanakila

Thanks for the kudos! I'm counting on you all to hold me up when my day finally comes a long, long, long time from now :thumbup: It seems like the 28th is forever and ever away. Meanwhile, I'll keep living through you guys 'cause you are all so inspirational! :cool2: Lanakila (really my name!)

Only folks on the boards would truly understand why a nice belch, or a good poot, is such a celebratory event :cool2:

Sure....blame it on the hammy fingers :cool2: I'm a little more inclined to think it might be some leftover happy juice :thumbup: I'm glad that you are doing well and able to post so soon to let us know. Keep us posted :thumbup: Lanakila

I don't know what the nutritional equivalent is, but I know that I'm supposed to get 50-60g protein and only 25-30 g carbs. I would imagine that most folks are similar...but I'm sure you'll see more replies as the day goes on. Congrats on the date!

Yaaaaayyyyy for everyone! We hope to see you all back after your exciting journey. :cool2:

I hope everyone has a great trip to bandland! We'll be thinking of you :cool2:

We haven't even started getting many who have dates later in the month! Group Hug, Band Buddies! :thumbup::thumbup::wub::wub::wub::thumbup:

Awwww...thanks :cool2: I'm just having fun "collecting" dates and places and I'm enjoying sharing with the group. Can you believe we have 200+ folks getting done this month? It's so exciting! I've even found that Claudine lives about 1.5 miles from here, and another gal less than 10. It's also really cool that we have several couples, an engaged couple, a Dad and Daughter, and a Mother and Daughter. Plus, fee is brave enough to climb back on the horse again! Neato! I like to think that nervous newbies can breathe a deep sigh of relief when they find this board too. We've developed such a warm and supportive community and it's really a haven! Your Band Buddy, Lanakila

You can find a separate sub-forum of folks from Florida here Florida Local Lap-Band Support - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum I hope that you have a bon voyage to bandland!

Cassie, congrats on you and your guy taking this plunge together! I guess this will be both a banding experience and a bonding!

Zillyanne, just FYI...your body does not use more than 20-25 g of protein at a time...so taking in that 50g for breakfast really did no more than your lunch or your dinner. Protein powders are expensive, so no need using more if your body won't absorb it.

The August 2008 roster shows that there are currently 10 of you that we know about all getting done on the same day. Visit August 2008 Bandsters - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

You might think I'm crazy, but... I eat baby food if I get to the end of the day and am short on Protein. A teensy, stubby jar of Gerber 2nd foods meats of some sort come in a 2.5 oz. bottle, has 8g of protein, 2 carbs and 100 total calories. They are bland as all get out, but they whop alot of protein in just about 4 regular spoonfuls. I add some Mrs. Dash, or curry powder to make it flavored.

I agree, the EAS went down the drain! :smile:

Hi Sammie! Your pictures and article made me weepy. It's so very encouraging when folks like you stop by. It gives me hope! I'd love to see you around here more often. Your wisdom and support is surely welcome :smile:

I'm in! Fortunately, I've never been a scale watcher (hence my being here :wub: ) so having to report in on Friday mornings will be a good way for me to keep track. I hope that folks won't obsess too much about their NATURAL FLUCTUATIONS during the week though. All it does is sabotage you :smile: Lanakila

Nina, your new siggie is soooooo pretty!

No, it's not going to matter one bit. The alcohol left your body after just a few hours so the only lingering effect is your concern. Don't sweat it one bit!

Misty, have a bon boyage into bandland. Don't worry about forgetting anything...the hospital will have anything you might need...promise! Lanakila