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Well, my 2 cents worth, is if you loose a "friend" because you loose weight, they aren't or weren't much of a friend anyway!!! So good luck, and any online friends you meet here will be supportive of your losses! Karen

Congrats! MY surgery was 2 1/2 years ago. I, also, feel the life changing decision was the best ever. It gave my daughter and my son teh coourage to go forward with their own LB surgery. Best of luck to all, Karen

I agree, absolutely! Best of luck!

You might be swollen, my surgeon recommends liquids for 2 days, clear,and 2 days full. Try going back to liquids for a few days! Goodluck, Karen, congrats on the new baby!

You would be surprised on what the doctors, you work for, think. My sons best friend is a doctor, and he was really pushing him to have the surgery. He said you won't live to be 50 at your rate! He is an Indian. My PPO doctor is from Uraguay, she was, also, all for it. They might be judgemental, but they probably think that you might need help. if you are heavy enough to be approved, then they might have their opinion about your weight too. Give them the benefit of the doubt! Best wishes, Karen

Coffee gets me through the day! I am 2 1/2 years out, but have drank coffee since about 3 weeks after surgery. I can't function without it! Tea doesn't do it for me.

Welcome to all newcomers. I am 2 1/2 years out and am willing to try answer any questions you might have. Karen

Hurray for NSV's

Any crunchy chip! I limit myself by using a small ramekin to eat them from. I should not have them in the house, but hubby loves them, too!

Congrats on your bandaverary! And good luck on your marathon!Karen

Congrats to you! You have done an amazing job. Good luck to future losses

Welcome, and congrats on your great weight losses! Good luck to you and your future losses! Karen

Be glad to have restriction so quickly! Make sure that the meat you are eating is very fine. Stay away from dry meats. I eat a lt of fish, and if I eat chicken it is not dry breast meat. Beef and pork are hard to chew up. Take care, and good luck. Karen

I would venture to say, probably not a slip. However, if you are worried, see you surgeon. Karen

HAPPY NEW YEAR & New You!!!!

My closets are overfilled, now! So, yes, after 2 years, I am, now, trying to control the urge to shop for something new! I fail, a lot!! Good luck to us all. Overshopping is better than overeating! Happy New year. Karen

Happy New Year to you! Congrats on your decision to take control. Good luck and best wishes. Karen

Yes, but your body will, eventually, adjust. I am extra cold in air conditioning. In summer, I live in Florida, we keep our air at 78 degrees. In the winter, if we need heat, we still keep it about 75-77. My husband gets cold, too! He likes to wear shorts all year around. I wear sweaters and long pants in winter. Today, it is 40 degrees with a 25 mile wind. I have sweater, jeans, socks and sneakers on. I am good in the house! I keep throws all around on the couch. Good luck, Karen

Hello, and welcome back 54Shirley! That is really weird, because as elcee said, you are always on and answering other people's questions, responding to others. Anyway, start the New Year off right! Bless us all, and here we go!!!!Karen

Congratulations Cazzy on your weight loss! Over 200 lbs in 1 year, your surgeon and you must be very proud! Your list is excellent! I hope that others take your Do/Don't list and add to it for themselves. Happy New Year. Karen

YAY! And Happy New Year to us all!! NSV on New Years day is great!!! What an exciting way to start the year! Karen

Prayers for you and your family! I hope that the New year brings you the joy that you so deservedly need. Happy New year. Karen

Hi, Laura71 is right. I had repair surgery in Oct. The surgeon thought he might have to remove the lapband and replace it in 2 months. But, he was able to repair it instead. I am doing fine. It takes awhile to get back to restriction after the slip, but finally am and maintaining okay. Good luck and Happy New Year to you! Karen

I had lots when I was heavier. Went from a 44 dd to 36 d. Probably could use 34, but some excess skins bulges when I do. Anyway, used to be real big on top and now, wear same size as my d-i-l who is extra skinny. I am in a small top, too! Hope that helps. Happy New Year. Karen

Oh yes! And there is no time like the present, especially if you are ready, now! Good luck and happy New Year to you! Karen