PharmaGirl

I am doing my damndest to lose weight so that I am: able to move around more easily and to feel more comfortable sitting, standing, walking, etc. not needing to make an effort to get up from a chair, from the bed, etc. able to throw the basketball around with my niece and nephews and not get winded right away able to get down on the floor and play with my 3-year old nephew (and the new baby on the way) able to climb a couple of flights of stairs and not feel puffed out at the top able to ride my bike around the park without difficulty and without needing to feel self-conscious feeling more energetic more comfortable sitting in an airplane more comfortable sitting at concerts, the theatre, the footy, etc not encroaching on other people's territory when sitting on a plane, in a theatre, at the footy, etc. and therefore not having to feel bad when they look at me with that "you're disgusting" looks on their faces able to keep up with others when walking somewhere in a group able to get that exhilarated feeling when I dance and dance and dance not having to dread the next school reunion, family reunion, family photo day, etc able to play 18 holes of golf with friends snoring less and getting all the health benefits that follow as a consequence not getting swollen feet each time I fly anywhere going to live a longer life able to cut my toenails without difficulty able to stand and prepare a meal for friends and do the washing up without getting a sore back able to tie my shoelaces without effort not having to go to the fat people's section/shop to buy clothes able to wear high heels and still feel my feet and toes able to buy beautiful rings that will look good and fit my fingers able to find a bangle that will fit my wrist feeling attractive able to get into sexual positions that are currently not possible!

Quick update on what is going on with us. Lisa had her surgery on Thursday. I took my laptop to the hospital so I could keep myself busy while waiting for the news of how her op went. What do you reckon I did while waiting - I looked up lapbanding surgery on YouTube and found actual footage of the procedure. Looking this up at exactly that time was not really the smartest move!! Check it out and you'll see what I mean http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5ICI9q7nxU&feature=related . It is amazing the way they blow your tummy up with air (tummy looks like a big balloon [or maybe that should be bigger ballon!]) and then proceed to do everything using a camera and these amazing instruments. After the surgery, Lisa wasn't feeling too crash hot - quite groggy and in some discomfort from the gas in the abdomen and from the wounds (she describes the feeling as more uncomfortable than actually painful). She is very sensitive to drugs and I think they gave her plenty in the OR which explains the grogginess. Regardless, she couldn't have been feeling too bad as she managed to nag every nurse and doctor she saw to please, please, please let her go home. She gave a million and one reasons to each of them as to why she'd be better off at home. She kept at them until they finally agreed to let her go home once she was drinking (which she was doing pretty much right away from the time she was returned to her room) and she had had an x-ray of a barium swallow done to check that everything was where it should be with no leaks. So, she didn't end up staying overnight like they expect most people will do. I tease her that they would have been glad to see the back of her and all her nagging!! She was much better yesterday. However, I think she overdid things a little yesterday doing crap around the house [when there wasn't even anything that really needed doing! - yes, she is a touch OCD]. Then, last night, she wanted to go and visit some friends and we sat and talked with them for 2-3 hours. So, after all that she ended up having a mini relapse with heaps of gas building up which made sleeping very uncomfortable or near impossible (for both of us!!). On top of that, she was a bit plugged up from the barium swallow they did after the surgery so she was stressing about the possibility of what could happen like that she might need a manual disimpaction (she's a retired nurse who knows all the terrible things that can go wrong which really is not very helpful when something is not quite right with you). This morning everything in the intestines started moving (after she had taken enough Coloxyl and senna and prune juice to unplug an elephant!!) so she's feeling much better. We're going to go and see a movie (we're thinking Duplicity) in a Gold Class cinema (with the recliners instead of normal chairs) as she'll be able to sit comfortably there. My weight loss has really slowed the last week. I haven't really stuck to the pre-op liquid program the last 3 days. I have only two weeks before my own surgery and I know I have an enlarged liver with fatter infiltration so I really can't afford to be slack with this pre-op diet thing. No excuses but to explain what happened - Wednesday was my brother and my nephew's birthday celebrations; Thursday, Lisa had her op and I was hanging around the hospital all day (the hospital cafeteria had nothing but sandwiches on offer); I spent yesterday (Friday) shopping (thank the stars for Chinese-owned groceries that don't close on Good Friday) and then I was in the kitchen preparing high protein liquid food (pureed chicken and vegetable soup) for Lisa to eat over the next week. Anyway, I just have to get back on the horse now and get back on track. Normally, I'd be feeling pretty down about not doing so well the last few days (which would probably culminate in an all-out pig out) but, surfing the lapbandtalk site, I found THIS POST and THIS OTHER POST by Melissa McCreery. These posts have helped me to not feel so bad about the last 3 days. She is a psychologist who explains how nothing sabotages a weight loss plan better than an inner perfectionist who expects you to get everything "right," one hundred percent of the time and leaves you feeling like a failure when you (inevitably) don't. I totally relate to how believing that being a perfectionist should help you (even though it really doesn't) and found the posts insightful, pertinent and interesting. I have printed the second post out and will keep re-reading it to remind myself that I'm not perfect (no, no, really, I know it is hard to believe, but it is true!!) and that I'm human with foibles and that the best thing I can do now is know that the best I can do is just keep trying. Hope everyone out there is enjoying their Easter break!

Hi girls, CONGRATULATIONS on getting your date Ann!! Quick update on what is going on with us. Lisa had her surgery on Thursday. I brought my laptop to the hospital so I could keep myself busy while waiting. What do you reckon I did while waiting - I looked up lapbanding surgery on YouTube and found actual footage of the procedure. Looking this up was not the smartest move!! Check it out and you'll see what I mean http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5ICI9q7nxU&feature=related . It is amazing the way they blow your tummy up with air (tummy looks like a big balloon [or maybe that should be bigger ballon!]) and then proceed to do everything using a camera and these amazing instruments. After the surgery, Lisa wasn't feeling too crash hot - quite groggy and in some discomfort (she says it more uncomfortable than actually painful). She is very sensitive to drugs and I think they gave her plenty in the OR which explains the grogginess. Anyway, she couldn't have been feeling too bad as she managed to nag every nurse and doctor she saw until they agreed to let her go home once she was drinking (which she was doing pretty much right away and had had a x-ray with barium swallow done). So, she didn't end up staying overnight like they expect most people will do. I tease her that they would have been glad to see the back of her and all her nagging!! She was much better yesterday. However, I think she overdid things a little yesterday doing crap around the house [when there wasn't even anything that really needed doing!]. Then, last night, she wanted to go and visit some friends and sat and talked for 2-3 hours. So, after all that she ended up having a mini relapse with heaps of gas building up which made sleeping very uncomfortable (for both of us!!). On top of that, she was a bit plugged up from the barium swallow they did after the surgery to check that everything was in the right place so she was stressing about the possibility of what could happen (she's a retired nurse who knows all the terrible things that can go wrong which really is not very helpful). This morning everything in the intestines started moving so she's feeling much better. We going to go and see a movie (we're thinking Duplicity) in a Gold Class cinema (with the recliners instead of normal chairs) as she'll be able to sit comfortably there. My weight loss has really slowed. I haven't really stuck to the liquid program the last 3 days. Wednesday was my brother and my nephew's birthday celebrations then Lisa had her op on Thursday. I spent yesterday shopping and in the kitchen preparing liquid foods (high Protein Soups and Jello, etc) for Lisa to eat for the next week. I'll get back on the horse now and get back on track. Tamara, looks like you're doing great - kg after kg just dropping off you! Sare and kiwigirl, what's going on with you two?

Here's the latest updated list. Please note that this is the last list I will post in this thread. From now, I'll only maintain a single up-to-date list. You can find it HERE. Sorry it's taken a couple of days to get around to updating the list. Have been busy with work and then my partner, Lisa (NYLady), had her lap band surgery yesterday. She was not feeling too crash hot immediately after the surgery but she has come good today. She's walking around a lot and has almost got rid of all the gas and she's having no problems with liquids. Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Cheers and Happy Easter to all! Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nurseinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, restintx Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782 Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo (sissy's office mate - are you on here yet??) Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05 Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, Rangergirl, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79 Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29 Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Gavroche2004, Goal150, a-newme Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009 Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, chiffani, mccall, Jimbo_WV Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman,

Here's the latest updated list. Please note that this is the last list I will post in this thread. From now, I'll only maintain a single up-to-date list. You can find it HERE. Sorry it's taken a couple of days to get around to updating the list. Have been busy with work and then my partner, Lisa (NYLady), had her lap band surgery yesterday. She was not feeling too crash hot immediately after the surgery but she has come good today. She's walking around a lot and has almost got rid of all the gas and she's having no problems with liquids. Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Cheers and Happy Easter to all! Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nurseinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, restintx, JoyceEggerth Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782 Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, (sissy's office mate - are you on here yet??) Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05 Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, Rangergirl, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79 Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29 Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Gavroche2004, Goal150, a-newme Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009 Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, chiffani, mccall, Jimbo_WV Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman,

Hi everyone, Here's the latest updated list (updated: 3pm, 10 April 2009 [Australian eastern standard time]). Please let me know: if there are any errors, if there are any changes in dates, anyone missing from the list. Also, once you've had your surgery, please check in with us so we know you're ok. Cheers and Happy Easter to all! Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae, Battjr, bignik, step587, soquili Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes, russ3 Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853, mookp Sat April 4 = GoddessNar, lawandad Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin, erinshel, DM Chef Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nurseinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st, LINDAPIERRE@ATT.NET, restintx, JoyceEggerth Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada, firefly71, tbryant1216, Kimber7 Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84, pottergirl, swrktp Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782 Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, DottieDoo, vcatalina1, (sissy's office mate - are you on here yet??) Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64, JUSTTIRED, smiley78, myturn2bhappy, Tammy Webb, Jamie05 Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, Rangergirl, hope4j, WendyII, ISITWORTHIT, pitterpat79 Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew, txskoolnurse, phlphan Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl, california29 Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Gavroche2004, Goal150, a-newme Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot, AngieB2009 Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, chiffani, mccall, Jimbo_WV Wed April 29 = travelgrl, help1977 Thu April 30 = kath17268, stephyv April hopefuls = Kellster, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone Honorary Bunny Bandsters: WannaBe1/2TheWoman,

Hi to the two of banded on the 10th. Hope you're both feeling great. My partner was banded yesterday - she wasn't too good the first day but is heaps better today and even wants to go visit some friends tonight. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi there, Hope you're feeling well after surgery. In case you might be interested to share your experiences with other people being banded in April, you'll find a forum HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hey DM, Hope you're feeling well after your surgery. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi Linda, My partner was banded yesterday. It was a bit rough after surgery but she's doing really well today - we're even going to visit some friends tonight. Hope you're doing as well as she is. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi Jimbo, I'm being banded on the 23rd April and share your hopes. Looking forward to sharing experiences. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi there, In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE. As well as the advice posted in direct response to your intro, you might like to compare notes with other people banded at the same time as you (and, as you'll see if you look at the list, there are a heap of them!)

Hi there everyone, Like phlphan, I think chocolate diamond's weight loss is amazing!. For those being banded in (phlphan and erinshel), in case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE (erinshel, I wasn't sure of the date for your banding because of the time difference between Australia (where I am) and the US (where you may be) - I've put you down for the 8th - is this right?) Cheers and Happy Easter

Hey Step, Hang in there. Not much longer to go and you'll be eating some real food. As people below have said, the hunger should start subsiding once you start getting your fills. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE. Some are going through similar experiences.

Hi there everyone, Yep, my doctor has given similar instruction to my partner who was banded yesterday. Walking is fine - he suggested walking 5 mins the first day, increasing by 5 minutes per day until you get to 30mins/day and then continuing with that as a minimum (he suggested a target 10,000 steps/day). As per BrockBabe's advice, he also advised no heavy lifting for 6 weeks. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi there and welcome, I'm also being banded on the 23rd of April and have started blogging too. Hope I do as well as Brandy~ - Brandy, you look absolutely fantastic!! In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Hi Steph, Congrats on your date. I soooo can relate to your reasons for making the decision to go ahead with the band. At almost 300lb, I'm uncomfortable in lots of places. In case you might be interested there's a forum for all of us being banded in April HERE and we've added you to the list of April bandsters HERE.

Too funny!! Wish I could be a fly on the wall to see that! Have told everyone in the family and my friends and just a couple of people at work (but am a little scared that they'll tell those that I don't want to know).

I made up jello (I used raspberry) and before setting it added a tub of fat-free yoghurt (I used vanilla bean). I made this up for us to have during the pre-op diet phase when we need something to hit the sugar craving (and it does hit that spot!). I think it will also be ok post op after the first day or two of clear liquids.

Hey BG, Don't know where you manage to find all those fanastic pics through your blog but I looove 'em. Your comments totally quack (trying to keep the easter animal theme going) me up! I totally agree with the sentiment that its great to have a group at the same stage of the process as you and I'm especially glad you're in our group. Cheers!

Here's today's updated list - getting hard to keep up with the every growing group of bunny bandsters. For those being banded, please don't forget to check in after the surgery and let us know how you're doing. Anyone missing or any wrong dates? Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes Fri April 3 = super_chili, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853 Sat April 4 = GoddessNar Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nurseinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84 Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782 Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, (sissy's office mate - are you on here yet??) Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64 Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, Rangergirl, hope4j Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand, tcbgirl Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Gavroche2004, Goal150 Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82, tulsarealtorgb Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, chiffani Wed April 29 = travelgrl April hopefuls = Kellster, WannaBe1/2TheWoman, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone

Here's today's updated list - getting hard to keep up with the every growing group of bunny bandsters. For those being banded, please don't forget to check in after the surgery and let us know how you're doing. Anyone missing or any wrong dates? Wed April 1 = mulderfamily4, Sissyh1006, hhjazzyoo1, kaner, knewme, nataliedg8, Mommad, FDBAGPIPER, spirnat31, Swisskaese, Danielle07, Spinner115, misamae Thu April 2 = smilan, lingling, healthyme2, kerrischafer1, Poodia, lml32927, jonnycotes Fri April 3 = super_chilli, tish76, vegas girl, watermelon_1, TxMomof4, lich3853 Sat April 4 = GoddessNar Mon April 6 = swishbc, StephOnee, shakia90, Mona40, Crimson Tide, scottyjay, silverstar79, JohnB3465, doodlebug11, cajunmomma Tue April 7 = hopeful41411, mobetter, Trulyleaves, daner1110, kmg365, lindasqd51, marlina, Healthydiva50, tcbgirl, susanthomas-pate, opalfire9, Kitten123, jbhinla Wed April 8 = ldeere2005, tstanart, Singer B, BTHIN09, rdoty, HelloSkinny, GitsMardi, MIMA1980, Lapbanded_Paladin Thu April 9 = txsandy, NYlady, murphy5, gamassagegirl, hopeful60, nurseinem, JWL08, cowboyswife, CelticAngel, LivinWithFaith/KY, BethT1027, mi_illusion_st Fri April 10 = pdburch, JayTee562, jerseygirl518, sdeale0928, vagwada Sun April 12 = HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE!! Mon April 13 = lachdanon, Elayne, babydoll1, 2Legit2Quit, tawandabee, hairnv, memzie, Jeansthings, aris, Taina009, IsabellaP84 Tue April 14 = Suzdavis, victoria_057, poconomom, carbgrl, tiffalicious81, valjay, trishb13, moonbeam, auntbrat, jukebox81782 Wed April 15 = hannahj914, sylver28, MrsMitch, mec267's wife, kimba74, (sissy's office mate - are you on here yet??) Thu April 16 = Jenfs5, scoobydoo, rannah12, vayiayia, Allformyson, Abbie-pie, BeefromCalie, contemplating, Sweet68, Stephanie1972, WishUponABand, LDL, loser09, delacruz64 Fri April 17 = lapbandgirl2009, lulululu, MissChristina, terelbel, Carrie_W, Ingrien, Rangergirl, hope4j Mon April 20 = sandi1011, Auddie, Carolnpx, 31andnew Tue April 21 = ThinWithin, bellatrickz, Mand Wed April 22 = early, KikstersRT, Babygirl_68, April09Bandster, birdbrainzz, mec267, Lisacacb5, , Band_Groupie, dminson, Jackiepurs31, trobison, Bobbie72, funnychik, ladyjp Thu April 23 = PharmaGirl, Gavroche2004 Fri April 24 = loulou09, hrtgoeson, KMCD, jodimyers, Luckynjun, SHSUSioux, MiMi Teapot Mon April 27 = boomski, shellynnrn, Shrinkerbell, smiletracy, asaylor2009, VADarlene, mlat1822@live.com, ALuv82 Tue April 28 = rcher, MSan914, chiffani Wed April 29 = travelgrl April hopefuls = Kellster, WannaBe1/2TheWoman, daqui26, mandilou, mscarly, mommyofone

Hi there Mick Welcome and congratulations on your surgery. Hope you're enjoying (really enjoying!) some great belly laughs soon. In case you're interested, you'll find a whole community of people banded / being banded in April HERE and you'll find your name has been added to the list HERE.

Looking forward to sharing experiences as we go too!