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Hi, My name is Cathy. I have had a band for three years. I lost real good at first and then it stopped. I even tried using slim fast for Breakfast and dinner and had no loss. I had very bad knees and was unable to walk much or exercise. I also have fibromyalgia, so I pretty much stay in pain. I just had total knee replacements and am recovering from them. I am able to walk more and exercise more and I hope to start losing again. I am disabled. I have been married for almost 40 years. I have 5 children and 18 grandchildren. I want to be able to do more with my grand children. I hope I get to know some of you very well. Thanks.

Cathy:smile2:

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Hello Cathy! Glad to see you joined LBT! I am new too. 18 grandkids? Wow what a blessing! I am still in the early stages of getting my banding approved. I will have some answers next month!!! :blushing:

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Hi Cathy and welcome to LBT! I second that, wow, 18 grandchildren, how wonderful is that!

I am sorry you have had so many struggles, hopefully with your knee replacements that will help. With the support and advice you find here, hopefully we can all help each other stay on track and get the thinner, healthier bodies we all want.

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:thumbup:Hi, I'm Jenn and I am a new member also. I was banded on April 26, 2008 by Dr. Greddis in Valley Hospital in New Jersey. Everything os going great. I have lost 22 lbs so far. I have my first fill on 6/10. Hope to hear more abour everyone.

JENN:cool:

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