LisaVA

=D> Isnt it exciting ? I have to say I feel an inner peace with myself that I haven't felt in so long! {since my decision to have this surgery} Best of luck to you -- and we will keep in touch! I haven't made a decision about my fill yet - I was tentatively looking at May 24-25, which would put me 6 weeks out from surgery. I thought I'd verify that with the experts at the OCC first - but if it doesnt matter, I'll look into June 4th! Take good care -- Lisa

=D> Yes, I'm April 9 -- I won't get to see you, tho! Good luck !!!

I can tell you why I'm coming to TJ for this surgery {April 9th!!} I have known a woman for 20 years who admitted she'd had it. She looks GREAT!! I know she & I have the same insurance HMO, and I KNOW they didnt pay for it so I asked her -- she told me 2 things: She said that she had gone "out of the Country" to have her surgery, that her Doctor had trained most of the US doctors in the procedure. It took me less than 5 minutes to find this site. Reading the posts and typing with Lori, who moderates the board and who is the nicest, most patient, compassionate woman ever, made my decision for me. I was approved for a loan and I made my appointment. I only wish that I had had it done 5 years ago! I live almost as far away as I can, and I will travel to TJ for the surgery and then for my first fill. After that, there's a Fill Center 150 miles away. I have been yo-yo dieting for 30+ years and I'm sick of it. I think its endangering my health, and while I admit that this is a drastic step, its one I've come to terms with and I couldn't be more sure and confident of my choice in Dr O. I hope this helps -- until I finally made up my mind I was batty.

> Fantastic!! All is well with the world...ha ha . thanks again, everyone!!

=D> Thanks, everyone! I only have one cup a day, and I promise to stay clear of fill time! Okay, I can go on with my day now. Thanks to everyone! This really is a great, supportive forum and I think its great! Have a wonderful day. Lisa

Hi! I am grateful for this forum ! I am to be banded April 9th, and this forum has been a great source of good, funny, (sometimes scary!) info! Is it true that I cannot have coffee for 3 months ? I'm willing to give up food, but coffee ?? Thats just brutal. Just looking for some verification. Thanks again - this is a huge decision for me - one I have agonized with, but at the end of the day, I'm so excited! I can't wait!! Thanks again--