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Is he just afraid of you getting skinny an leaving him? I know my (now ex) broke up with me right before coming down to OCC. what's up with that? What's up with men? are they really that threatened? all we want is some support from the people who are closest to us. But damn! don't apologize for doing this for yourself. Maybe you'll discover more about yourself and what you want from your life - I'm hoping to do the same. -Bianca
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Ode To Littleroo, Costco Has Good Things Too
B2010 replied to bogiesmom's topic in Gastric Band Support & Discussion
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Guess I could have chimed in earlier....I'm not much of a drinker. usually only have it during the holidays or out with friends. maybe I'd consider it if I had someone to have a glass with hopefully next time when I come down for my fill I'll be able to have a little bit more fun. Dr. So was mentioning the cool wine area there in Baja that I'd be sure to check out next time since i've never been down to this area before. It's beautiful btw - can't wait to come back and enjoy it
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Let me first start by saying....WOW. Just had surgery on the 15th and wanted to give a little feedback on the anesthesia because this is what I was most concerned about before going into surgery. I've been put "under" for a few surgeries and always had bad experiences with it. Trouble waking up, forgetting to breathe, a burning sensation when first getting put under. My experience with the OCC is literally the BEST experience that I've had being put under before in my life. I even told Dr. So after the surgery that they really need to teach doctors in the states how to put patients under. The feeling while going under was as a heavy sleep. I didn't feel any type of stinging or burning that I have during U.S surgeries. As for waking up, I have never been so alert and awake after anesthesia as I was at OCC. I do believe that these doctors, nurses and staff are blessed and truly working to better the lives of many of their patients. I was comfortable, taken care of, checked on plenty of times, met some other amazing patients and felt safe the entire time including at the hotel. They are a one of a kind bunch. I wasn't sure about returning for fills since I'm flying from Alaska - but it's worth it to get this type of care again. I trusted them with my life and they truly never took that lightly and in turn have given me a hope for a better life for my future. For anyone that's worried about the anesthesia as I was, it's truly unlike any other experience I've had. This is the best experience with any medical procedure that I've ever had. God bless to all of the talented hands that work and operate the OCC
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beautiful dress and you look awesome! -
...without having any trouble breathing. My body feels good except it feels like I took a kick to the stomach but that's all so far. San Diego is really beautiful - have never been here before. I would even consider a move here.
Also- i'm glad you didn't go anywhere your posts have been very beneficial for me. I can totally sense your feelings of frustration. But looks like you... -
thanks so much for your well wishes. Things went great! i was so surprised at how well the anesthesia went. I told Dr. So that they need to teach the doctors in the states how to administer anesthesia. I've went "under" before and felt an incredibly heavy burning feeling as well as difficulty breathing after waking up. But with the OCC doctors It felt like they just lightly put ...
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Hi Elizabeth,
I stayed at the Lucerna too. I've pretty much just stayed inside and haven't had any issues. The hotel is nice and clean and would definitely come back and stay again.
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congratulations! that's awesome. I've always wanted to be able to run in a marathon - not to win but to complete one. You're setting the example and it's definitely going to be one of my goals in the future!
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coffee w/creamer 1 EAS Protein shake
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But you're still within the average range for fills - according to your post - You may find this next fill is it. I can definitely understand your frustration but you should just give it more time to see how you feel at your next fill. I honestly don't think I've ever dealt with a doctor before that is as transparent as Dr. Ortiz seems to be. The fact that he took time to write regarding our concerns on this forum is huge in my book. Sometimes the grass isn't really greener on the otherside. What if you had gotten the smaller band and couldn't keep food down. yes, you'd be skinny and had lost more weight - but at what price? -Bianca
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I sooooo appreciate your descriptiveness and your ability to write and express yourself. I know that sounds lame but it's like you are able to answer the questions I haven't even thought to even ask yet. I did think about that so full feeling that you describe. It's like I'm sure we all hate that feeling but it's the feeling we all have tried to get to know to stop. I remember a time before when I had lost about 50lbs and was always amazed at just how little amount of food one really needs to be healthy. It's nothing compared to the amount of food i've been eating the past few years.
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I've used the EAS myoplex powder in chocolate and vanilla. very very good. Kind high in calorie count at 180-190 if you don't get the light, but they taste like dessert.
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awwwww lol.... well it looks like you had a good day back to solids anyway.
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Frustrated BEYONd belief!!!!!!!!!!!!
B2010 replied to MomX3's topic in Gastric Band Support & Discussion
Just wanted to say thanks to all those that have commented. I feel much better about my upcoming surgery. I know when I decided to get the band it was because I felt hopeless and setting the surgery has given me hope that it is possible for me to lose weight. I always felt like I could, just needed some help with it. So again thank you! you've all eased my mind about this a lot. -Bianca -
yep my post of shame for today B - skinny white mocha 2 - flour tortilla w/rice and bacon bits 1 - pretty good size bagel with peanut butter and last night had a bowl of special K my weight didn't go up but can we say carb overload. I missed my shakes this morning and although I wasn't hungry I ate all this crap anyway. Getting back on track as of right now!!!
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coffee w/creamer 2 EAS Protein Shakes SF popsicles geez......i can't believe i'm not hungry!!!
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Thanks for responding and ha ha trust me I don't think you're weird for the conversations with yourself. I do that already too but it really does help to hear that question "are you really hungry" out loud. I just want to make sure I'm as prepared as possible for this band when it is time to eat. As long as it will help me take the edge off I know I can totally do it. And watching people like you posting daily , what you're eating and activity is really really helps a lot! Thank you! -Bianca
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I've been doing good today just working trying to make sure everything is finished before I leave town