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  3. Weigh-n Wednesday

    in Weight Loss Surgery Testimonials

    Posted

    Good morning,

    So, the scale was apparently very nice to me this morning.

    133.3

    I think I want to update my goal to 125. Never thought I would ever think that, but I think I might be heading that way.

    With my workouts, I have been doing strength training and balance training, and my trainer has me working hard, so who knows,

    it might just happen.

    I will be going on Vacation to Hawaii on Sunday, so next week I won't be posting my weight. I will post it on Thursday the 25th, after I am home to see where I am. Hopefully I will be able to get online and if I can, I will check in.

    Hugs,

    Kristi

    Happy Losing to All! :P

  4. My Bright Idea for a OCC Meet & Greet

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    I am so bummed, I would love to go to this and meet you all. Especially since Costa Mesa/Orange County is so close to me. I will be going up north to one of my best friends birthday.

    Her birthday is May 23rd and we are celebrating it on the 22nd and I am gonna be gone from the 20th-24.

    Maybe next time. :)

    However, I met BrownEyedGirl yesterday for lunch and had a great time. :D

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  5. Happy Dance.. Happy Dance...

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Good Morning,

    I just wanted to share my joy. My mom is getting banded. Yippee... :)

    She has been struggling with weight for years and wanted to get banded about 3 years ago and then someone talked her into Gastric Bypass and her Rheumatoid Arthritis doctor denied it and after the last 6+ months, she got her full approval through her insurance and her date is April 8th.

    I am so very excited. I am really praying that with weight-loss her RA won't be as extreme on her. I hate to see her that way because she is really such a vibrant person. I know it will not take away the pain, but I so would love it if it wasn't as bad as it is now.

    Well, I just wanted to share that.

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  6. Carrie, Carrie, Carrie

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Thank you Angie,

    I have been sending prayers for a fast recovery for her and looking forward to hearing all about it.

    I saw in another post that her Hubby is taking good care of her. That is awesome. :)

    Debbie,

    I just put on another post to let us know when you have scheduled your surgery and it is here. Yeah for setting a date. :D

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  8. HEALING INCISIONS

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Good Morning Believe09,

    So, what I have used in all the surgeries I have had is Vitamin E oil. I have so many scars and they all seem to be very minimal compared to what they could be.

    I have a scar on my neck from my Thyroidectomy in Nov 06 and most people don't even see it or notice because it is so faint. Even 6 months after it, they didn't notice and I have to have all my stitches be the removable kind since I am allergic to dis-solvable stitches.

    I fully believe in Vitamin E oil. :)

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  10. soooo sloowwww!

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Hi Lea,

    Congrats on starting a running group and you 1st 5k this month. That is wonderful.

    It is so true that the band is only a tool. I really believe that cutting out all the junk-foods and exercise is key as well as eating at least 3 meals a day.

    You are doing great. I agree that that band is so tricky/finicky. Also after every fill you have to re-learn how to eat again.

    Keep up the good work! :)

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  11. why don't i feel restriction

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Hi Erica,

    Well, I have had 5 fills so far with a total of 4.5mls. Most of my fills have given me a tad bit of restriction in the beginning but after the 1st week it opens right up. This one, well I might have hit my sweet spot. Lets hope I don't jynx it. :unsure:

    So anyways, I agree with others, that it takes several fills to get to the place of good restriction. It will happen. :)

    Hugs,

    Kristi

  17. QUESTION FOR THE LADIES :

    in Gastric Band Support & Discussion

    Posted

    Pammie,

    I would probably only consider it one size too.

    Thinking about sizes, I understand that junior sizes(1,3,5...) are generally shaped different than a misses(2,4,6...).

    In the misses sections I notice there is more room in the hips and thighs. Junior sizes seem to be more straight and narrow than curvy. I wear a 4 in misses jeans and can wear a 3 or a 5 depending on the jeans in juniors. However I can get into a 2 in some jeans too, well only in the boyfriend cut jeans though. It really is all about the type of jeans and the cut of them.

    Shelby, I finally canceled my Lane Bryant card a few months ago and it really was a great feeling to be able to do that.

    Hugs,

    Kristi

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