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That is AWESOME Sue!!! I was just thinking about you this am, and wondering how your fight was going...Looks like you will be a March Bander, too! YYYYAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!! Go us!

You got it hippy girlie!!! And March 4th is a great day, my DD turns 5! We are doing some extra princess stuff on that day, but I will make sure to be thinking of you, too! Juli--pokemon...I didn't realize that is where it is from...I just thought she was cute. lol. We really need to get the girls together when we get home from vacation!

Smart Idea SpecialK! Yesterday I had all of my pre-admission testing at Mt Carmel west hosp. Everything looked great, and I am still a go on the 12th. During a class taught by Melissa Webb, we all made it very clear how hard it is for us to get Charlene to respond to things, and she said it is a frequent complaint. She even had a meeting last week with the big wigs and they promised to work on getting Charlene another staff member to help with her load. Melissa said that Charlene is always working hard when she is around, and that she often works during lunch! One other lady at the testing said she called once to ask Charlene if she faxed her info in, and Charlene said she was working on faxing 700 papers that day! Can you imagine??? I feel bad for getting so upset with her at times, but from a pt stand point, that is something the program needs to fix before the word gets out to the communitiy! Oh, and 10 days til DISNEY!!! Did I tell you I was excited? lol

Oh My!!! I feel like a FRAUD! You have have gotten the balloon at the last meeting...my sx date is not until March 12th. :-) I am really happy for you! This is going to be such an amazing summer for us...and by Christmas we will be ready for some smokin' newclothes! Relax and rest before sx. Good luck on the liquid diet, it is the first step to the rest of your life of feeling great! Niki

Welcome Home Angie!!! I hope you and the family found some much needed rest on your vacation! Glad you all got home safely! We missed you on Saturday! It was an amazing time, and hope you can join us in March! Special K...any news today? Keep calling Charlene!

And I was soooo happy to get shorts and capri's for florida! It put my mind at easy about packing for 10 days!!! Thanks again ladies! You ROCK!

We still love you in Cbus!!!

KTBugg....congrats!!! You must be so proud to be on the bandwaggon!!! Can't wait to join you...wishing you a fast recovery!!!

Me too! I think monthly meetings sound wonderful!

These are GREAT ideas...I know how much we all hate or have hated the camera, but what better group of people to fell comfortable around then us!!! We ALL can relate!

Hey ladies, I have a favor! My dh is planning on keeping the kids busy at Polaris while we chat, but last night he asked if maybe he could talk to you guys, too. He said he has some questions about surgery and the entire process that he would love to have answered, and figured you girls would have the answers. Do you guys mind?

He is an early bird. He usually gets there when it opens bc he has to be to work at 6:30! Way to early for me. I am so lucky that the kids don't wake up until after 8am!

No news is good news...right? Hang in there...maybe you will have great news to share with all of us on Sat! Jury duty sounds fun. Do you feel like a real-life law and order? One day at a time is the right attitude!

That sounds great! I am soooo looking forward to this, guys! Last night I went to the support group at Mt Carmel West. I had a really good time. It was great to see people tell their stories and share such personal things. The only downfall was most of the people there were GBP patients not lap band. I did get to meet two great women who were 8weeks out. both had the lap band and were down 30 lbs. They look great and were very helpful with specific questions I had. I left there feeling really good about my decision to do this, and I think it will be a place of support for me. (My DH isn't really on the BANDwaggon) They are also adding a emotional support group, too. It is going to be on Tuesday nights. I think this will be a big help as time goes on....

Hey guys!!! I love reading about all of your weight loss! You are all an inspiration...even with saggy skin!

We are members there! My kids take swim lessons and my hubby works out before work in the am...I just need to get started. A workout buddy sounds great! When do you work out? I am home with my kids during the week, and I work weekend nights, so I will be willing to make some time!

KTBUGG, I think I would just call the main office number and tell them what is going on...tell them that you don't want to leave another message, and see if they can give you someone, anyone to talk to. I would think that with surgery tomorrow, they would be very willing to help! And hey, good luck tomorrow!!! Good thoughts and well wishes are sent your way!

hey ladies...anyone going to the support meeting tonight at mt carmel west?

mmmmm...that sounds yummie!

thanks! anyone going to the mt carmel meeting tonight?

Hey seksi, I am in Canal, too! Small world...welcome!

Hello Hello Hello everyone! The 9th will be here before we know it...I can't wait! I think it is going to be a great time! I was just reading all the talk about seatbelt extenders...I guess I haven't thought about it, but we fly in 22 days, and this is prob going to be the first time I will need one...I am 5'9" and about 310lbs...so I am betting on it. The last time I flew I was about 275 and didn't have any problems. ugh...I am not looking forward to asking for an extender and having my kids look at me with questions as to why I have one. I am also a little worried about the rides at Disney. I know the kids are going to want me to ride with them...I guess I am going to have to take it one ride at a time and see....I just hate that my weight prob will effect them! I guess I will just have to keep my eye on the prize..March 12th!!! They called last week and scheduled my pre op testing, last nutrition class and gave me a 9am time on the 12th! I just cant wait! Special K, be ready for Charlene to call with a date...maybe even this week!!!

I am sooo excited for you! I will keep my fingers crossed! Wouldn't it be crazy if she offered you March 12, too! We could take our post surgery walks together!

where did they go...I must have done something wrong...hmmm let me try again

Well, here are my new tickers...so, what do you think? I think the party theme is perfect for something like this...It is the best gift I can give to myself and my family!