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Hello fellow Bandsters!

My name is Debbie and I'm a 45 yr old Am. woman living in Norway. I'm married to a Norwegian and we have 2 teenage sons. I'm originally from San Diego, but have resided in Oslo since 1982. Back home every year.

I was banded 11.29.04 in Copenhagen by the Swedish surgeon, Dr. Lundegårdh. I have the Swedish Adjustable Band. At present, after 6 fills, I'm up to 3.75cc in a 10cc band. I've lost 84 lbs in less than 9 months. My starting weight was 244 lbs and my present weight is 160 lbs. I have 16 lbs to the goal my doctor set for me, but 26 lbs to my ultimate goal.

I attended the Seattle Splash in Feb. Did anyone else attend? I am very interested in receiving info about other Bandster conferences. I had planned to attend the Chicago Bash, but it was cancelled. Are there any conferences planned this Fall besides the conference in Toronto?

Best regards,

Debbie in Norway

Globetrottermom

244 / 160 lbs banded 11.29.04 in Copenhagen

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Congrats & welcome! I'm sorry I don't have any info on any bashes, but your weight loss is awesome! I wish you great & continued success!

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Hi Debbie, and Welcome :)

Its so nice to meet you. WOWOEEEEEEEEEEE 84 lbs thats awesome.

Thanks so much for coming here to tell us. Your really an inspiration.

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