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I know where toronto is I was there for the grey cup this last november,,, what a hoot, Had a great time, what a great city

Saturdays are good with enough notice... I have to cross two borders to get there so I would need a early start... the first two weekends in august are out for me though.. going to the lake one weekend and dancing tahitian for a party on the 9th. So anytime after that is fine.

Thank you all!! You are all so kind!! I'm still in shock, not sure why, I mean they are married. guess it was going to happen sooner or later. Yes Trina and I will be stopping in Mississippi each and every time for a few refreshing beverages with my band buddy

OMG... I'm to young to be a grandma I still think I'm 25 My son who is stationed in Alabama (US ARMY) just phoned and told me that he and his wife are expecting. I am so excited!!! I will be one hot Grandma!!! LOL.

Seattle is fine as long as its not midweek, I would just get a room and stay the night, I missed the first one but would love to meet everyone,

Hi everyone, they are actually a good group of people, mainly customers, but somehow they think they can say anything they want. I never take anything they say to seriously, I am dealing with people that are influenced by alcohol... Just realized they actually paid for my surgery. (TIPS) It's a good feeling knowing that this time I won't be gaining it back!! Soccermom, no secret on the weight lose, other than no more than 1200 calories, and I cut way back on the drinking!!! oh and I took up golfing... I go to the driving range everyday.... and go dancing every saturday.. love to dance.

I just found out last night, that at the bar I work at, they started a board... every one puts in ten bucks and picks a date, All to see who is the closest to me gaining back my weight!!!!!! If its over 6 months I get to keep the money myself... They have all seen me lose and gain it back 3 times in the past 2 years.. They don't know I know.. It's going to be like stealing candy from a bunch of babies > > No one knows I have been banded.. Hope everyone has a good weekend.

I'm sorry I missed it as well, but will be there for the next one.

Thank you Paula, did Dr. So just have you eat smaller amounts at a time, or just liquids to try to shrink it back? I think we all worry at some point that we might have stretched our pouch, at least I have.. I am glad you have found a location closer and cheaper than going to occ thanks again for the info

Hi Paula, Glad to hear you found a place closer, I to would love to go back to mexico but it just cost way to much. I might of missed the post, but how do you know your pouch is stretched, and what can they do or you do to fix it. thanks,

Hi I started with a low BMI as well, and I am sorry to say you will be judged, It was the first time in my life I was judged for being to thin... For the most part all my fellow bandsters where very supportive, however there was a few family members in the waiting room that made very snide comments to me. When I went for my first fill the fill nurse even made a comment. What these people don't know is that I have delt with my weight since I was 8, I was addicted to phentermine, for years and thank god no long term damage to my heart!!! been clean for 2 years!! I tried to be bulimic but couldn't make myself throwup (thank god), I was over 220 lbs. and lost weight with jenny craig. unfourtantly like many of you... Losing weight is not the battle it's keeping it off... so I made a decision along with my counsler, that I would do the lapband before I gained it all back. I still struggle with portion control, so I eat alot of lean cusines... I had also gone through menopause at 35 so losing weight has got that much harder. I am so glad I got the band because I know with this tool inside me I now have the power to keep off the weight. The scars are nothing, I wear a 2 piece now and they are hardly noticable. they look like cat scratches My pictures are posted in the gallery under yoyodieter if you you want to look The only people that know I had it done is one of my sons and my hubby and of course all of you. as far as I'm concerned it's nobody elses business. I also had a tummytuck 7 years ago when I lost 50 lbs. the 1st or was it the 2nd or 3rd time...any way that is why my tummy is still kinda flat. Hope this helps in your decision.. and good luck

Hi Cathy, I know exactly what your talking about. I think its gas but not 100% sure, I got them on both sides when I was riding my bike yesterday, right after I drank a lemonade with a straw (whoops) I thought I was going to have to get off and walk my bike, It took a little awhile then it stopped. It happened before as well. And thanks for all the posts, I love reading them!!!!

Thanks for filling me in, I will be there for the next one for sure, glad you had a good time. My son is banded as well so i always have someone to talk to, he is the only one that understands when I say I've pb'd or is is quick to point out if I eat to quickly, so i understand how nice it is to talk to fellow banders. thanks again

hello, Just curious on how the lunch went... Did everyone have a good time, I am so bummed I had to work. Can't wait for details and pictures..

You look great!!! and truely an inspiration to us all!!! Thank you for taking the time to post your pictures. Your not only cute but smart as well to figure out how to put them side by side. I love your realistic approach to losing the weight, Keep up the good job.

HAPPY 4TH TO EVERYONE !!!!! :-h

I went to the bathroom and didn't have to un button my pants! slid them right down and right back up.

I chew gum at work so I won't eat the munchie mix I have to put out for Happy Hour. It has never seemed to affect me gas wise.

Good morning everyone, Just wondering if anyone else has started to watch the show X-Weighted on DISCOVERY HEALTH CHANNEL, I just started to watch it this week. Its all about diet and excersice, Each show is about one person and their struggles. It comes on here at 9 am but I know it's different everywhere else. Today it's about a girl that had gastric bypass, Lost weight, gained it back. They help her with fitness, nutrition and her home life. Hope everyone has a happy and safe 4th of July!!!

It's funny I never knew how tight I wore my clothes!! It's just nice to fit into them without a big ole muffing top. I always wore a hoodie to cover the muffin, but not now.

I'm going to be in our local parade, (under protest) then I'm heading to Vancouver Canada to watch The BC Lions play football, Canadian football leauge!! I LOVE FOOTBALL. No beer or hotdogs for me, I'm being good.

So basicaly what she is saying, as long as we eat some of each of the food groups, it dosen't matter what order. That is good because I like to mix my food all together "except the fruit" and eat it that way! Thanks for checking for us.

Hi Julie, I just pulled out my info sheet from the occ and #12 under important changes it list to eat protein first ,vegetables second and carbs at the end. Protein will help to keep you full. Hope this helps.

HAPPY CANADA DAY.. to all my neighbors to the north!!!! For all those in the Vancouver area come down to Point Roberts on friday, Our Parade starts at noon this year, It will me lame as always but I will me the one driving the Mini Model T! You can gas up and save a few buck too!! If you can make it let me know and I will meet up with you after. Also if come down stop at the Reef tavern on the water and say Hi, I will start working tues, wed, thurs this week. and this Saturday.

I AM SO UPSET!! I only work tuesday"s and special events!! I have just been told our customer appreciation party is on saturday, and that I am scheduled to work. There are only 3 of us that work there so there is no one to work for me!! I am still trying to get out of it!! I was planning on coming getting a hotel room and having a great time. I hope you all have fun,(i know you will) and I will diffently make it to the next one. Hana thank you so much for the planning and responding to my questions, I was really looking foward to meeting you and everyone else, and finding out where Mukitleo was. Thanks again Linda