mrspruett

Oh and hopefully that does not violate any LBT rules. You should probably check on that too before posting a copy of a private email.

Joyouslyme-PM him and see if he will give his permission. If it is who I think it is, he will probably give you the ok.I don't even know if he is still a member over there......

I sincerely don't see how she has any supporters left in view of her dishonesty. Supporting her as a fellow bandster, I can see. Supporting her lies and malicious intent, I cannot understand.

Joyouslyme-Do you still post on OH? Do you know of anyone who has publicly called her out on this? Maybe I just overlooked it in the posts but I cannot find any public mention of this by any supporters of Sandy.

I just find it hard to believe they give her that much power! It seems so ridiculous to me. She is just one lady whose lies have been exposed. Evidently other boards have stood up to her and even banned her. What are the folks over there going to do about it? Nothing?

See what I mean? Do they fear being outcasts at OH? Why won't they speak up?

That is sure not good public relations on the part of OH. But as far as Sandy herself, I understand why she does not deny the info(because it is true and can be verified). Why does she not take responsibility for it? Has she to anyone? Even her so-called friends, I wonder if she has offered them an explanation or any apology....If I had so staunchly defended someone, I would feel entitled to some sort of explanation! Unless she has sent them private apologies (the coward's way out), I have not seen any sort of remorse shown on OH.

All this talk of boobs and tummies got us side tracked LOL. Back to the original topic of OH.....I feel like that if I had been duped by Sandy, I would be embarassed and hurt. Most victims of scam artists feel ashamed to tell anyone. Even if ALL her advice is good (which it apparently is not), the fact that she misrepresented herself daily should be a peek into her character...right? I think in most forums, she would at least be called out. I cannot find on OH where anyone got an answer other than ...."of course I am licensed". Usually the poor OP was accosted by a barage of "protectors". Sandy was never made to answer for her actions. If she really wants to turn over a new leaf (which she has never even said by the way), a public apology and explanation on OH would be a good start.....IMO.

I still cannot do rice and only pasta in VERY small amounts. I think it expands in my stomach as Wasa said. I have talked to a lot of banded folks that have to totally avoid rice and pasta. It seems like everyone is different.

My food processor is my friend! I find that if I grind meats up fine like chicken salad or tuna salad that I can eat them more comfortably. I don't, however, grind every thing up. You are still on a restricted diet so be sure to do what your doc says. After you are on solids, do what works for you. Just make sure to avoid eating ONLY soft and ground up foods once you are on a regular diet. It WILL make you eat more. Also, just because ANY food can be ground up (like brownies), it doesn't mean you should eat them LOL. Just follow doc's advice and make good food choices later and you will be fine.......Goodluck.

Bfast- 1/4 cup oatmeal Lunch- 2oz boneless skinless chicken breast 1/4 cup baked Beans (made with splenda) Snack- sugar free choc pudding Dinner- nothing yet, probably small bowl of soup

When you get good restriction, it will come.For people who based so much of their lives around eating(like me), it is a welcome, but strange, turn of events! Goodluck to all!

My girls are definitely heading south! I am not planning on any plastics at this time although my arms are getting that "bat wing" thing going on too. I am only about halfway to goal so I might reserve my decision for later....

That is such a strange feeling, isn't it? After planning every social event around food for years, I find myself actually dreading to eat. The band took the enjoyment out of eating for me but I am not complaining. I enjoyed it so much that it almost killed me. Now I eat to survive and it is very new to me but I am learning.....

justwanttolose- You will pretty much be on your own until your first fill. Willpower only......You have a band but without a fill it isn't doing it's job yet. Trust me, you will see a BIG difference when you get a fill or two. Yes, I said two. For many people, the first fill doesn't give much restriction.

I love to dance too! People probably don't like to watch me dance though. Remember Elaine from Seinfeld and how everyone hated for her to dance? That is like me! LOL

Wow, it is a mess in here! Bits of popcorn everywhere! An empty MOM bottle ! Oooops, what is this, A POM POM! Damn, how did this get in here? Anyone know?

This is a topic that has given me much food for thought recently. I have been trying to explain to my mom how much better people treat thinner people. She has never had a weight problem so she has not experienced it first hand as I have. Keep in mind that I have lost about 54 pounds and still have a ways to go before I am at goal. I am currently at 220 but carry my weight extremely well and most people think I weigh between 150 and 160. The difference is amazing!!! I have been at the same job for two years and men who never said hello to me before are falling over themselves to talk to me. Women who didn't give me a second thought are intimidated by me. I got a promotion a couple of days ago and the big wigs could not have told you my name until I lost the weight. People smile at me in stores and say "hello". They never did before. It is truly amazing and the differences are so numerous that I cannot even list them all. These examples are just off the top of my head. It is unbelievable!!!

LAP-BAND® System Forum This is a pretty good example of what happens at OH. They are accusing the person of being a troll and maybe she is...but what if she isn't? What if she is a newbie who really is trying to just involved on the board? I don't know if she is on the level or not but neither do they........

You mean she REALLY IS an educator for Dr. Kuri???? I am sorry but I just assumed that was untrue as is the licensed nurse stuff and the band practitioner crap. A doc who banned her from his board is letting her write and info pamphlet for him?? I am speechless.....and that is rare. Bwaahaaaahaaa

mice:paranoid-I cannot sleep if I know one has gotten in the house. The sad thing is that I live in the country folks! stinging insects-bees, wasps, etc.- this one is not as strong as the mice fear but is very real to me. This is the biggie-------Speaking in public. I struggled through public speaking in college but the phobia wasn't full blown like it is now. I get physically ill at the prospect of it. I read once that more people fear public speaking than fear death. I must not be alone in this one!:cry

Remember Natalie Maines from the Dixie Chicks? She got up on a stage in the UK and bashed our president. Keep in mind that I am no fan of George W. either.( Sorry, W supporters) I just felt that was way over the top. It also pretty much cost her her career especially in the country music circles anyway. I am just saying that I think some celebrities live in a bubble surrounded by fans and staff telling them how wonderful they are. Perhaps after a few years, they begin to feel smarter than they are, or we are .....who knows their motivation? Since they KNOW that when they speak people do listen, it is hard for me to believe that they are surprised when people make a big deal about what they think. I do agree that anyone who would change their opinion on an issue to match their favorite celebrity is a moron.......

Although everyone knows that poor Elvis had his problems, I remember an interview with him where a reporter asked him about his opinion about politics. His response was along the lines of....... I am an entertainer. I am not a politician. My opinions are my own and I get paid to sing. ( or something like that) You know I was just a kid and that impressed me and I still remember it. He was wearing a blue suit. (Don't laugh but I think it was when Nixon made him a drug agent or something).

I woke up in recovery with a nurse over me. It seemed like I had only been asleep for a minute. All tubes were gone from my throat but I sort of had a bloody taste in my mouth you know? I was in no pain. They took my vitals a couple of times and took me up to my room where my husband was waiting...(my doctor requires an overnight stay). I think I only required one pain shot and it was in my IV which I kept in until that evening. It really was not that bad at all. I think the anticipation and worry was worse that the actual surgery..... this is only my experience and others may have had a different type of recovery.

Bfast- none( in a rush) Lunch-(out shopping so I ate Taco Bell) the guts out of a burrito supreme and discarded the tortilla, 1 cup pintos n cheese Supper-2 oz baked boneless, skinless chicken breast seasoned with Mrs.Dash and a couple of bites of salad. Water throughout the day. Today was not a very good example of my usual eating patterns but it was honest!