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banded, banding, bands--verb--To assemble or unite in a group
thinatheart replied to LeighaMason's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am new. Pre band. Surgery scheduled 4/30. I bit nervous as I was so hungry after church that I thought I was going to eat my husbands arm. I think I was just extra tired also due to benadryl for an allergy attack. I understand the whole midlife crisis thing. I have another birthday wednesday. My ex has been "ridden hard and put away wet" as is a saying in my family for someone who is worse for ware. He is turning the same age the day after me. He always calls to wish me happy birthday and calls me the "old lady"........haaa. Better to be in midlife than no life at all! -
It is 13 days til my surgery. I had a major allergy attach and took an advil by mistake. Thank God it is not close to surgery. I had company over for dinner. I did overeat and drink a bit. I am getting my mind wrapped around the new life I will be having after surgery. I have to put those things into practice I see on the site. I feel I am ready. 13 days seems so long. This month is taking forever!
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You and I have about the same weight to loose. I am being banded 4/30. Join the blog group "April Bunny Bandster", Everyone will be or has been banded in April. God bless you on your new journey! I will be right there with you!
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I know it's close but it seems this month is taking forever. Today is the 14th. 16 more days....You are almost there. How are you doing with the pre op?
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April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I would have that checked out. If it is heartburn I heard papaya enzymes work. -
I will pray for you and your daughter. Eating won't change anything but your weight. Pray, pray, pray!
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Help/complication after complication
thinatheart commented on asteward964's blog entry in Blog 47420
I haven't been banded yet. I know I have had complications with a hernia operation. I have had a seroma for 4 months that is turning into a hematoma. My surgeon said he can do the lapband around it without causing a problem. I hope and pray he is right. I will be praying for you. Keep your head up!:thumbup: -
Looks like you just had your birthday. I will be 51 on the 21st of this month. Yes I would like to have support and I will do my best to give you support also. Thanks!
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19 days till surgery.....4/30. I am out of control. I bought candy like it is the last supper or something. I wish the date were sooner but I am so grateful to God I am able to self pay on this.
A little history on me. My top weight was 267. I lost weight through eating when I was hungry and stopping when "satisfied" Problem was I wasn't loosing unless I was still hungry. I put 50 lbs on within the last 6 years. Dissappointed but letting that go. I am grateful I didn't gain it all and I am also grateful I don't binge anymore. When I buy candy it is one not 10 like in the past............praise God! So I am ready to take this tool and get thin and healthy. I want to live another 35 to 40 years and have great grandbabies!!
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April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
19 days till surgery.....4/30. I am out of control. I bought candy like it is the last supper or something. I wish the date were sooner but I am so grateful to God I am able to self pay on this. :confused: -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yes prayer and support will be imperative. I found muscle milk at Costco. It is not soy based but I am not sure if it is a meal replacement. I will pray for you as this will be tough at first but we can do this!! I heard a neat saying today that miracles come in "cans". So we "can"! -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sounds like you are a Christian. I am a Christian also and know that I will need God's strength more than ever for this journey. food has always been a problem for me. My top weight was 267. I lost 100 lbs by eating smaller meals but have put back on 50+. I am looking toward lapband as a tool, "like a hammer to a nail" and hopefully get my focus back where it needs to be.......... I hate focusing so much on me. I am turning more to food pre surgery as I am self pay and my bmi doesn't warrant a long preop diet of liquids. Well that is all for now. Thanks for posting -
Yes that is awesome. I am banding on the 30th. Are you totally liquid diet?
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Yes thank you. I love reading these post to help when I do get banded. Thanks!
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I got turned down from insurance 2 times so I did try on my own. I am back and doing a self pay. I wish you the best. It is a tough decision to make.
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I think finding comfort in something else other than food is the key. Make a list of other things you enjoy or will enjoy once you can move when thinner. I know I cannot do anything without prayer. The lapband is a tool to help in weight loss. That is how I have to look at it. I am not going to be banded until 4/30 so I am having lots of thoughts also. We will make it!
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Okay Bunnies... who have you told?
thinatheart replied to mandilou's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
What I have found is not everyone is supportive but what I have learned is you cannot please everyone and there will always be a judge. If you can do this with peace don't worry about what others say.:confused: -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Enjoying reading the blogs for those just recently banded. You are helping me get pshyced for my date at the end of the month 4/30. Next Saturday I am going to start a new schedule. I will get up an hour early to have my coffee, vitamins an hour before eating. I will take that time to get ready for the day and then practice eating without drinking. Any tips? I would be interested. :confused: -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Muscle milk @ Costco is not too bad. -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I will be praying for a quick recovery! -
Okay Bunnies... who have you told?
thinatheart replied to mandilou's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I told my daughter today. She took it pretty well. I am relieved.:smile2: -
Ok today was tough as I am having some complications from a previous surgery. I hope to get both the lapband and the other problem fixed at the same time. Praying for the best.
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April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
:thumbup:Thanks Courtney, I found the ticker but I cannot find the signature spot?? -
Okay Bunnies... who have you told?
thinatheart replied to mandilou's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I have told most important people except for my daughter. She is against any surgery that is not necessary. She will be told but not until later. She is a worrier. I love her and she has been through alot in the last couple of years with me being diagnosed with breast cancer 2 years ago. I am cancer free and I intend to get healthy as obesity was definitely a pre-curser to the cancer.:thumbup: -
April Bandster Bunnies
thinatheart replied to mamasugar's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My surgery is scheduled for 4/30. It is self pay so I am still hoping it is worth it. How can I post a weight loss ticker on my blog?