pammycakes 1 Posted July 17, 2007 Hi everyone. I just registered with this site. I have been reading some of the posts and have to say that I just love how everyone supports everyone. I am going tomorrow evening for my seminar and consultation with the Doctor. Dr. Spivak for those of you from the Houston area. I am getting a little nervous. It started this morning when they called to remind me about the seminar. Im sure most of you know the feeling. I compare it to the feeling before a first date. You want to do and be your best. You wonder if this could last for a life time. Will it be a good fit. Will this finally be the one thing that is perfect for you....... I look forward to getting to know people here. Best wishes to everyone and i hope you all get the results you are looking for. Pam Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TakinThePlunge 7 Posted July 17, 2007 Hello Cakes, I am local and maybe you would be interested in seeing/reading my journal that is now 9 months of history @ TakinThePlunge's Journal . Good Luck and you are NOT alone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pammycakes 1 Posted July 17, 2007 Thank you. I will make sure to check it out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lochnagar 0 Posted July 17, 2007 Welcome. I was banded last year by Dr. Spivak. It took a while to get the right fill volume, but now that we have found it, the weight is coming right off. I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Spivak and his team! Best of luck!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pammycakes 1 Posted July 17, 2007 Welcome. I was banded last year by Dr. Spivak. It took a while to get the right fill volume, but now that we have found it, the weight is coming right off. I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Spivak and his team! Best of luck!! Thank you :confused: Its good to hear from someone who has used Dr. Spivak and to get your opinion of him. Thank you again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pammycakes 1 Posted July 19, 2007 Just a little update. I went to the seminar and spoke with Dr. Spivak last night. I have the all clear and can schedule to be banded as soon as I am ready. I was pretty surprised not to have needed any pre-op tests. I guess its because of a combination of good health despite being morbidly obese and being self pay. Now I just need to figure out when I can get the banding done. We are planning a trip in a couple weeks and I want to be able to eat normally lol. Part of me wants to get it done now and get on with it. But I dont want to have to worry about doing the special diet while on the road. I am excited and kinda nervous. I will let ya's know when i schedule the banding. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_Becca 0 Posted July 19, 2007 Hey there! I live in Katy, not too far. I hope your banding goes great! I love my band! You won't regret it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pammycakes 1 Posted July 19, 2007 Hey there! I live in Katy, not too far. I hope your banding goes great! I love my band! You won't regret it! Thank you Becca!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Wave Dave 0 Posted July 19, 2007 NA this is better than a first date, just think you won't have to worry....like Will he try something? or will I have to kiss this guy.... Nothing like that at all , just sit back and enjoy. You about to enter a whole new world. Called Bandland, I have just recently joined bandland 7/11/07 myself. You'll be just fine. Aloha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted July 19, 2007 From one Texan to another, welcome to LBT! Good Luck with your journey! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pammycakes 1 Posted July 23, 2007 Ok I did it. I set the date for my surgery. August 8th. I am nervous and excited all rolled into one. Cant wait to become a member of the "band". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted July 23, 2007 Congrats to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites