Re: In the single digits

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Vivian, The nine days are going to fly by! And if your expierence is anything like mine as soon as I met Yolanda I immediately has an allover feeling of calm! It even shocked me. Calm???? You will be in the best of hands. And all of us will be here waiting for you return. Welcome to the losing side. The first 2 weeks are rough. Broth, broth, broth and more broth! Virginia DOB 3/13/06 198/179/135Vivian <mkellybate@...> wrote: I can't believe it! It's almost here. Only 9 more days untilsurgery!!! My kids are out of school this week, so we sat down today and had thebig talk. It was hard, but they are 100% behind me (I do wonder howmuch they really understand...). In any event, they know I love

themand I'm doing this because I love them and want to be here to see themgrow up and old. Still a wee-bit nervous though. Scratch that, I'm more excited. I'mready to start living again!! See you all on the losing side soon! Vivian Virginia

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Hi Vivian, How old are your kids?? Mine are 10, 14.18 and the 10 and 18 year old know and dont think I need to do this and the 14 is my step daughter who is only here everyother weekend and i really dont want her to know too much. She tells her mom everything and her mom is wicked!!!! I dont want that woman to no anything that I do in my life!!! So are you going to Mexico alone? The time is getting close!! Tammy I.

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Virginia, LOL can you not say broth again...Karlie )

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Isn't it great when people are behind you? I told you all about my wonderful best friend who dropped everything to go with me - then I cancelled due to the flu. She got pretty mad at me because she had rearranged her life, including "sitters" for 2 dogs, 3 cats, fish and a horse! When I rescheduled, I knew she had to be in Las Vegas for her job at the time I'll be going. I decided it was easier to go alone than to ask anyone else. My Mom wanted to go with me, but she wanted to bring Dad who has Alzheimer's. It would be so hard on both of them. Got a call last week - Mom asked my brother if he'd feel like staying at the house with Dad for 4 days while she goes to Mexico with me for the surgery. My brother is so excited that I'm doing something about my health risk he said, "go, go Mom, be with her!" Mom told Dad about my surgery, and God love him, he said, "Phyl's not overweight. I've never seen her overweight. Has it been a long time since I've seen her?" Guess there are some (albeit few and small) plusses to an on again - off again memory! Anyway, anyone who'll be there between 4/21 and 4/24 may get to meet my Mom. She's a character! Any of us with supportive family and friends are truly blessed. Phyllis

In the single digits

I can't believe it! It's almost here. Only 9 more days untilsurgery!!! My kids are out of school this week, so we sat down today and had thebig talk. It was hard, but they are 100% behind me (I do wonder howmuch they really understand...). In any event, they know I love themand I'm doing this because I love them and want to be here to see themgrow up and old. Still a wee-bit nervous though. Scratch that, I'm more excited. I'mready to start living again!! See you all on the losing side soon! Vivian

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Hi Phyllis, I am so happy for you that your Mommy can go with you!! Mommies are always good to have around for comfort. I am sorry to hear about you Dad having Alzheimers. How long has he had it? My Aunt had alzheimers for I think about 15 years. She lived in West Virginia so I didnt get to see her but I have wonderful memories as a child going on vacation there. Its such a terrible disease. Tammy I.

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Hi Tammy,

Your kids are about the same age as my three kids. Collin is 11, is 14, and Leia is 17 (turning 18 this summer). I didn't tell my kids what I did either and the timing of the surgery worked out well so that they didn't even know I was gone. They were gone skiing with their dad the week I had my surgery scheduled. Their father and I are divorced. I really don't want my ex knowing what I do either, which is the main reason I didn't tell my kids. All they know is that mom is on another diet... LOL And this one for once seems to be working. ;-)

:-)

Re: In the single digits

Hi Vivian,

How old are your kids?? Mine are 10, 14.18 and the 10 and 18 year old know and dont think I need to do this and the 14 is my step daughter who is only here everyother weekend and i really dont want her to know too much. She tells her mom everything and her mom is wicked!!!! I dont want that woman to no anything that I do in my life!!!

So are you going to Mexico alone?

The time is getting close!!

Tammy I.

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Hi , Yes our stories seem to relate to eachothers. So when did you have your surgery? How's it going for you? I love to hear everyones success stories! Tammy Irish

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Hi Vivian, I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I can relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico alone? I mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used to here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about going and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about going then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want to worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be there for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones posts, check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he hasnt done that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts arent "staged" I told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading that everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no what? I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever understand how we feel and this is how

I know for sure that being here is for real. I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like I am here with all of you. This may sound a little "cheesy" But I feel like I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am feeling inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I read posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st time dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank for that. Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!! Tammy Irish

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Tammy, in retrospect, Dad had Alzheimer's starting several years ago. Mom and I just thought he wasn't paying attention to us when we talked to him because he'd always say he didn't remember someone saying this or that. Then he started backing away from things he's always done - little repairs around the house - that sort of thing. I was annoyed that he wouldn't even try. He also started losing at poker (he used play a nickel and dime game with guys from his neighborhood). I sat with him once and noticed he bet on "nothing hands". Once he started driving across the lines and getting lost, we knew something was wrong. That's when he got diagnosed. That was only about 2 years ago. He's still so funny. He loves to tease my mother (when he can remember he's married to her-that's the saddest). And he's an incredible gentleman (always has been). It breaks my heart to see him during his confused periods. He has a genius IQ and now can't really do a crossword puzzle (he's the one who taught me to do them in ink!). But, he's not confused all the time and we have some very good visits - lots of laughing. I'm worried about my Mom which is why I agreed she could accompany me. She makes me nervous, but she needs some time away and among people who are living in the present. Thanks for asking. Sorry this is so long. No more "sad stuff". Phyllis

Re: In the single digits

Hi Phyllis,

I am so happy for you that your Mommy can go with you!! Mommies are always good to have around for comfort. I am sorry to hear about you Dad having Alzheimers. How long has he had it? My Aunt had alzheimers for I think about 15 years. She lived in West Virginia so I didnt get to see her but I have wonderful memories as a child going on vacation there. Its such a terrible disease.

Tammy I.

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Tammy,

Thanks so much for your post. It made me smile and brought tears to my

eyes at the same time!

I still don't laugh like I used to, but my day is coming! I leave in

only 6 days!

In all honesty, as the day approaches I am getting more anxious about

going alone. In fact, I'm checking the airlines today to see what it

would cost for my husband to go with me. I know in my head it's just

last minute jitters, but ...

Will let you all know what we finally decide.

Got the word today from Nina that everything is a " Go. " The reality is

starting to hit.

Thank you all for all your support and encouragement.

I will keep you posted!

Take care!

Vivian

Re: In the single digits

Hi Vivian,

I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I can

relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico alone? I

mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used to

here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about going

and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about going

then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want to

worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be there

for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones posts,

check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he hasnt done

that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts arent " staged " I

told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading that

everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no what?

I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever understand

how we feel and this is how I know for sure that being here is for

real.

I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like I am

here with all of you. This may sound a little " cheesy " But I feel like

I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am feeling

inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I read

posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st time

dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank for

that.

Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!!

Tammy Irish

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We ARE all alike; we have a common bond. We have the same issues! Therefore we can laugh with each other over losing a butt shelf, or having one boob shrink faster than the other ;)My husband did not agree with the surgery, so my aunties went with me. They weren't comfortable with me going to Mexico ALONE. Once there, and now after the surgery, they are referring peopl to Dr.A. Go figure! Surround yourself with positivity. Don't let the negativity in, and do what feels right to you!We are all so blessed! We just need to accept it ;)Kim (Diva) 2/8/06 305/280/150 fill 3/27/06 1.5 cc

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On Tue Apr 4 20:18 , tammy irish <tammyntod@...> sent:

Hi Vivian, I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I can relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico alone? I mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used to here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about going and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about going then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want to worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be there for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones posts, check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he hasnt done that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts arent "staged" I told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading that everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no what? I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever understand how we feel and this is how I know for sure that being here is for real. I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like I am here with all of you. This may sound a little "cheesy" But I feel like I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am feeling inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I read posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st time dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank for that. Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!! Tammy Irish

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TAMMY IF YOUR HUBBY DONT BELEIVE ILL GIVE YOU MY PHONE NUMBER AND TALK TO HIM I TOO WAS A LITTLE UNSURE BUT YOU AND HE WILL LOVE MEXICO tammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote: Hi Vivian, I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I can relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico alone? I mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used to here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about going and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about going then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want to worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be there for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones posts, check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he

hasnt done that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts arent "staged" I told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading that everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no what? I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever understand how we feel and this is how I know for sure that being here is for real. I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like I am here with all of you. This may sound a little "cheesy" But I feel like I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am feeling inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I read posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st time dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank for that. Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!! Tammy Irish

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I have tears in my eyes thats so beautiful, I feel the same way Tameka tammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote: Hi Vivian, I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I can relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico alone? I mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used to here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about going and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about going then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want to worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be there for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones posts, check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he hasnt done that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts arent

"staged" I told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading that everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no what? I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever understand how we feel and this is how I know for sure that being here is for real. I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like I am here with all of you. This may sound a little "cheesy" But I feel like I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am feeling inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I read posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st time dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank for that. Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!! Tammy Irish

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Vivian

Please don't worry about going alone.....I went alone and really

preferred to do so. I viewed this as my 'BIG ADVENTURE' and really

I felt so mature and grown up (besides the fact that I am 45!) and

the trip was all mine and belonged only to me. It was fun, really.

If I had had anyone there with me, I would have felt obligated to

talk and be good company to them (which I didn't want to do after

surgery, really). There are the others that will be picked up with

you and instantly you have a bond with them because they are there

for the same reasons. It's cool, and it's ok...it feels good! It

was a very independent move, and it felt neat doing it. And you can

do it too!!!God Bless!

>

> Tammy,

> Thanks so much for your post. It made me smile and brought tears

to my

> eyes at the same time!

> I still don't laugh like I used to, but my day is coming! I

leave in

> only 6 days!

> In all honesty, as the day approaches I am getting more anxious

about

> going alone. In fact, I'm checking the airlines today to see what

it

> would cost for my husband to go with me. I know in my head it's

just

> last minute jitters, but ...

> Will let you all know what we finally decide.

> Got the word today from Nina that everything is a " Go. " The

reality is

> starting to hit.

> Thank you all for all your support and encouragement.

> I will keep you posted!

> Take care!

>

> Vivian

>

> Re: In the single digits

>

> Hi Vivian,

>

> I know what you mean. So many of us are so much alike here. I

can

> relate to so many people. Are you scared about going to Mexico

alone? I

> mean sure its a whole different atmosphere then what we are used

to

> here in the states. My Husband is still very apprehensive about

going

> and i finally told him last night that If he is so negative about

going

> then please dont go. I am so positive about going that I dont want

to

> worry about him being comfortable or not. He said he wants to be

there

> for me. Well I have told him to go on line and read everyones

posts,

> check out Dr. A's credentials to educate himself but he hasnt done

> that. He asked me how did I know that all these posts

arent " staged " I

> told him you have to read them and you will know from just reading

that

> everyone is so sincere. No one is making anything up. But you no

what?

> I think until you walk a day in our shoes no one will ever

understand

> how we feel and this is how I know for sure that being here is for

> real.

>

> I told him today that I have never been so happy in my life like

I am

> here with all of you. This may sound a little " cheesy " But I feel

like

> I have known everyone here for so long and you know what I am

feeling

> inside. For the 1st time in a long time I am laughing again when I

read

> posts. Pretty much all my life I have felt alone and I for the 1st

time

> dont feel alone anymore. And I have you and everyone here to Thank

for

> that.

>

> Your day is soon coming!!! Yippie!!

>

> Tammy Irish

>

>

> [image removed]

>

>

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Thank You Jessie. I will ask him in the morning if he would like to talk to you and let him know that you have already been though the surgery. I will let you know. Tammy I.

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Hi Vivian, Yes the countdown is on for you!!! What day is your actual surgery on? From what everyone says I think you will be fine going alone but I understand wanting to have someone there with you. I think its the fear of the unknown. Honestly, This is where I am most happy. There is just so much support here. But I know how you feel and we all want to see a picture of you with a huge smile on your face after surgery because it's your turn to feel Happy Inside!! Tammy I.

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Hi Phyllis, It is such an awful disease and its so hard to watch someone you love so much go through it. It sounds to me like he couldnt of asked for a better daughter and wife. My prayers go out to your father and you and your family. Tammy I.

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I have an April 21 band date and am so excited i can

hardly stand it. I am going to Dr. Kuri ... anyone

know of him? I can't seem to find an online support

group for him...does anyone know of one...or can i

just join your group???

Thanks,

mary

--- tammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote:

> Hi Vivian,

>

> Yes the countdown is on for you!!! What day is

> your actual surgery on? From what everyone says I

> think you will be fine going alone but I understand

> wanting to have someone there with you. I think its

> the fear of the unknown.

>

> Honestly, This is where I am most happy. There is

> just so much support here. But I know how you feel

> and we all want to see a picture of you with a huge

> smile on your face after surgery because it's your

> turn to feel Happy Inside!!

>

> Tammy I.

>

>

>

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any time tammy just know that coming from me i pull no punches i am the most honest person on the face of thid earth kills me some times cause im too honest i too wasnt sure about mexico and or thr lab band but let me tell you im sorry i didnt know about this years ago but i love me and so its never too late look out world cause jessie on the loose lol you can do it tammy and we all will be here for you heck i need a vacation ill come make you work out with me hehehee but i little later cause at frist you arent going to need it the walking is easy to start just park farther away then usual at the stores heheehe shopping is a good motive to walk hehehe just remember you are worth it your hubby loves you and he will see that you are going to be okay surergy is always scary but it will be done before he even knows your out of the room jessie tammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote: Thank You Jessie. I will ask him in the morning if he would like to talk to you and let him know that you have already been though the surgery. I will let you know. Tammy I.

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Thank you and bless you, Tammy. Phyllistammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote: Hi Phyllis, It is such an awful disease and its so hard to watch someone you love so much go through it. It sounds to me like he couldnt of asked for a better daughter and wife. My prayers go out to your father and you and your family. Tammy I.

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WELCOME MARY WHO CARE ABOUT YOUR DOCTOR WERE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU NO MATTER THE DOCTOR WERE JUST A LITTLE HIGH ON OUR DOCTOR A. BUT YOUR WELCOME TO JOIN IN HERE NOT A PROBLEM WELCOME JESSIE M M <ibelieveinlove2001@...> wrote: I have an April 21 band date and am so excited i canhardly stand it. I am going to Dr. Kuri ... anyoneknow of him? I can't seem to find an online supportgroup for him...does anyone know of one...or can ijust join your group???Thanks,mary--- tammy irish <tammyntod@...> wrote:> Hi Vivian,> > Yes the countdown is on for you!!! What day is> your actual surgery on? From what everyone says I> think you will be fine going alone but I understand>

wanting to have someone there with you. I think its> the fear of the unknown.> > Honestly, This is where I am most happy. There is> just so much support here. But I know how you feel> and we all want to see a picture of you with a huge> smile on your face after surgery because it's your> turn to feel Happy Inside!!> > Tammy I.> > > __________________________________________________

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...good luck on your surgery! I'm having mine on April 19th.

Really excited/nervous about it. If you go to obesityhelp.com you

might find a forum for Dr. Kuri...but you're also welcome here,

too! Where do you live? I'm in Texas. Good luck to you and we all

want to hear about your surgery experience and successes. GInger

>

> > Hi Vivian,

> >

> > Yes the countdown is on for you!!! What day is

> > your actual surgery on? From what everyone says I

> > think you will be fine going alone but I understand

> > wanting to have someone there with you. I think its

> > the fear of the unknown.

> >

> > Honestly, This is where I am most happy. There is

> > just so much support here. But I know how you feel

> > and we all want to see a picture of you with a huge

> > smile on your face after surgery because it's your

> > turn to feel Happy Inside!!

> >

> > Tammy I.

> >

> >

> >

>

>

> __________________________________________________

>

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You have lots of banding buddies!! Someone will need to take a picture of you four so we can see it here on the website. You will do great!! Tammy I.

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Thanks Jessie!! I am so excited!!! Tammy I.

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Vivian, I am looking forward to meeting you...I arrive on the

12th.....cant wait.But I am getting really nervous....having trouble

sleeping.......

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Hi Vivian,

Yes the countdown is on for you!!! What day is your actual surgery on?

From what everyone says I think you will be fine going alone but I

understand wanting to have someone there with you. I think its the fear

of the unknown.

Honestly, This is where I am most happy. There is just so much support

here. But I know how you feel and we all want to see a picture of you

with a huge smile on your face after surgery because it's your turn to

feel Happy Inside!!

Tammy I.

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