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Congratulations for reaching that goal. It is amazing when the scale starts with a 1, instead of a 2. You are doing great. Keep on and you will succeed. Karen

I agree, the 1st time I had a drink, after banding, I was semi-high with only one margarita!

Hurray! For both NSV's

Thanks for your advice, Jacqui, I always learn from you! After 2 years, I still find your advice valuable, Karen

Congratulations to you and all band members who survived Turkey day!

I, also, hiccup. And I feel a fullness, at the top of my stomach; I guess that is the top of the tube. Once, I experience that feeling, I stop eating. If I don't, there could be a bad experience following! Karen

Welcome, Yellowsisi, This is a friendly and informative group. Remember, tho' as informative as we are, your own surgeon is your best advice for health questions! I like the comradery that we have here; the willingness to welcome new people, and the support from others. Join us in discussions, ask questions, answer some, too! You are taking a positive step toward a new you, so welcome once again! Karen

This is my 3rd Thanksgiving, also. I did fine, until trying to eat a late dinner. I haven't had much restriction lately, so I was not noticing when I swallowed too big a piece of turkey. That was it for me! I had to visit my friend "ralph" in the restroom. This was my 1st experience since having my band readjusted in Oct. I only have 3 1/2 cc in my band.now. Karen

I had slippage, too! But did not have the band removed. The surgeon repaired my band and I now have 3 1/2 cc in it. I am at peace with my band. I have no more nighttime coughing, spitting up etc. Loving my band again. Karen

HI Folks, Well today is Thanksgiving day! I am thankful that I have a nation that is Free to give thanks anyway we want to. Some people will spend their day in line to be the 1st to shop on Black Friday. I will start my day by attending church to thank the Lord for this day. Then, I will have dinner with my family and be thankful that we have food to share. Then, we will watch football on our 60" screen and one again be thankful for plenty! Thank you to all our servicemen and women and patriots who have kept us free for so many years! Pearl Harbor attack, JFK's assassination, the Challenger blowing up, and 9/11, all the other times our country has been challenged show than when this country is at its lowest point, it is the strongest! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Congrats! You have done awesome! Best wishes for your future! Karen

Good luck to you and to your wife! It was the best thing I could have done for me!

Glad to hear that you came through okay! Good lcuk on the "new" you. Karen

I do remember that day, also. For a person going through that, it is hard to forget. Just as we will never forget where we were when "The Towers" were attacked! Anyway, I was in my history class, of all places. School was, also, dismissed, but I don't remember if we had buses. I do remember that I did my regular babysitting job, and watched the TV for days following! Karen

I do drink coffee. I love my coffee! I am not an agreeable person without my coffee!

That is a good lesson for everyone! A 1/4 cc can make a big difference in lapband world! Best wishes for future loss. Karen

Good luck, I had an unfill , due to a slip on Oct 14. I had a hard time, and had a fill of 3 1/2 cc before going on a cruise. Otherwise, he was going to wait until Nov. 23, that's right the day before Thanksgiving! So, I guess, consider yourself lucky, you can eat normally. Just stick to small plates, and salads, protein, etc., like you are used to doing. You might gain, a little, but you will be okay. I am sure. Karen

I knew where mine was, because that was where the big incision was. But, did NOT feel the port until after I was filled for the 1st time. You are okay, I am sure. Calm down! Karen

Congrats on your journey! I hit my own 2 year mark on Oct 30. It is a wonderful feeling that you did such a good thing for yourself! I am at goal, and never made goal in any of my weight loss ventures, before! Good luck for the future. Karen

I like your new photo, B-52. My own photo changed when the new forum started. This is my new avatar, it is me and my Dad. It was the last pic of the 2 of us! Karen

Wow, 115 to 125 is small, but I am 63 years old. My face is already getting like I could use a lift; not going to happen. 140 is where I was for years before I gained 100 lbs!!! Since my surgery, I lost that 100lbs. One again, good luck Karen

Welcome! and yes, your weight loss is fantastic. You will be at goal before you know it. Good luck. Karen And yes, I just took a look at your pics. You are beautiful and the weight loss looks great!!!!

Good luck, and best wishes. I am,also, 5'3" and feel your pain! 140 is a good size for us. I wear a size 8 and everyone says I look good. I just got through with my 1st cruise and was able to pick up a size "m" cruise dress and NOT try it on, and it fit perfectly! So, good luck, and once again, best wishes! Karen

Mine finally changed when the new change came on the forum!