Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 New links >While I try to be as gentle asa possible, neither Dan nor I believe in >sugar-coating impt things that we have to look at and think about, >accept and change. We have to let go of many of the excuses we've >hidden behind for years, if we want to lose weight and KEEP it off this >time. Exactly right, of course. Besides, " sugar-coating " things is one of the things that got us so darn fat, first in literally putting lots of sugar (and fat) on or in our foods. Second, by " sugar-coating " our emotions, our feelings, our denial, etc. So, like Sandy, I try to be gentle too, but may not always be quite as successful as she is at being nice and gentle. But I do try. Really. And if anyone ever feels angry, hurt, etc, by what I write, I have two suggestions. First, know that it was said with love and concern, and try to forgive the wording that feels harsh to you. Second, really think about what has been said, and see if it doesn't apply to you in some way. It probably does. Of course if I misread something or am totally off base, let me know that, too. I also talk to quite a few bandsters on the phone, and have met quite a few in person when they were traveling or I was traveling, and always glad to get together. And if someone wants my phone number, contact me personally, or get it off my web page. Unless a genuine emergency, please call at a " civilized hour " , meaning any time except 10pm to 5am Mountain Time. dan " Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. " -- Will www.mylapband.tk or www.riverofdata.com Dan Lester, Boise, Idaho, USA Dr. Ortiz, Tijuana, 4/27/03 355/323/210/190 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 Sandy, when I click on new links, all the links come up, I do not know which one was just added. If it is the one for " a good fill " , I much appreciated and I also had responded at the Kuri board posting these tips, since lot of us are going this Saturday for a fill. Hope I did not do anything wrong by sharing youe experience with other bandsters. Blessings, Lidia Sandy <MoonshadowRN@...> wrote: For those interested, I've added several new links and info to the database, links, and files here. I've also added an update to my own profile, with a several new pictures. My 4-year Banding anniversary was 2 months ago, and I've been maintaining at goal for more than 3 yrs. Not easy, for sure, but I try to share what I've learned along the way - even if it's hard to accept sometimes! While I try to be as gentle asa possible, neither Dan nor I believe in sugar-coating impt things that we have to look at and think about, accept and change. We have to let go of many of the excuses we've hidden behind for years, if we want to lose weight and KEEP it off this time. Sandy R --------------------------------- Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Travel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 Lidia, the " good fill " post was originally written for and published in Dr. Kuri's newsletter about 18 months ago, and should still be in the files over there. If not, let me know. i know Debby had some trouble with and lost some of the reams of stuff I had in the files there. It's what I did, and what I have my own patients do, and it seems to help a lot in getting the best fill possible. And what I suggest will never HURT. People are always welcome to share whatever I do/say/write - we're all in this together. but do remember that there are different ways to do things, and not necessary one right way... Sandy > For those interested, I've added several new links and info to the > database, links, and files here. > > I've also added an update to my own profile, with a several new > pictures. My 4-year Banding anniversary was 2 months ago, and I've been > maintaining at goal for more than 3 yrs. Not easy, for sure, but I try > to share what I've learned along the way - even if it's hard to accept > sometimes! > > While I try to be as gentle asa possible, neither Dan nor I believe in > sugar-coating impt things that we have to look at and think about, > accept and change. We have to let go of many of the excuses we've > hidden behind for years, if we want to lose weight and KEEP it off this > time. > Sandy R > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Travel. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 Sandy, Thank you. Looks like that they lost it but now Patti O. put it back at the Kuri site. Lidia Sandy <MoonshadowRN@...> wrote: Lidia, the " good fill " post was originally written for and published in Dr. Kuri's newsletter about 18 months ago, and should still be in the files over there. If not, let me know. i know Debby had some trouble with and lost some of the reams of stuff I had in the files there. It's what I did, and what I have my own patients do, and it seems to help a lot in getting the best fill possible. And what I suggest will never HURT. People are always welcome to share whatever I do/say/write - we're all in this together. but do remember that there are different ways to do things, and not necessary one right way... Sandy > For those interested, I've added several new links and info to the > database, links, and files here. > > I've also added an update to my own profile, with a several new > pictures. My 4-year Banding anniversary was 2 months ago, and I've been > maintaining at goal for more than 3 yrs. Not easy, for sure, but I try > to share what I've learned along the way - even if it's hard to accept > sometimes! > > While I try to be as gentle asa possible, neither Dan nor I believe in > sugar-coating impt things that we have to look at and think about, > accept and change. We have to let go of many of the excuses we've > hidden behind for years, if we want to lose weight and KEEP it off this > time. > Sandy R > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Travel. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 Sandy, thanks for the info. You are really an inspiration and cute as bug. That is Texas talk and meant as a compliment. I'll look forward to your book. It will be a year in July for me as a banded person, but I feel I am still trying to get the flow. I have recently had a problem with reflux, it is being treated, but not solved. I have moved my bed up about 8 " and am on Nexium now. I don't PB at all. I am going to have my pouch and fill level evaluated in a few days. I don't feel too tight and have not had a fill since November 2006. So I'm not sure about the reflux problem. /Dallas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2007 Report Share Posted May 17, 2007 Thanks! :-) Reflux is always a danger sign, I'm afraid. It means something is wrong. First, be sure you are not eating any solids within 2-3 hrs of bedtime. We often forget this, and it's a common reason for reflux. The pouch must be empty when we lay flat, including for daytime naps. Most obese people have a damaged valve at the bottom of the esophagus that is supposed to prevent the stromach acid from backing up, but doesn't. Many others have a hiatal hernia that also contributes to reflux - this hernia is routinely fixed along with band surgery. Reflux AFTER banding is a sign of band or pouch trouble, i'm afraid (unless you're simply eating saolids too late) and should always mean a complete check with a fluoro, and asap. Nexium and the other meds help the symptoms, but do not find or treat the CAUSE. Reflux right after a fill almost always means the fill is too tight. If one can eat ok, but just has new mild reflux, a small unfill of 0.1-0.2 cc usually relieves it compeltely. If the reflux is bad and we CANNOT eat well, then more fill must come out. New Reflux NOT associated with a new fill usually means pouch dilation, esophagus dilation, a new hiatal hernia, possible band slip, or other trouble. a fluoro is the only way to tell. I believe we should all get one 2x a year routinely, if we do not get them with most fills (as all the MX do and believe in). These routine fluoros find a lot of early problems even before symptoms start, while they are easily corrected. Good luck - please let us know how you are. In the meantime, going back to fluids only would be wise. Full liquids are fine - anything blended smooth and then thinned. Meaty soups with beans are ideal - good protein and fiber. Sandy > > Sandy, thanks for the info. You are really an inspiration and cute as bug. That is Texas talk and meant as a compliment. I'll look forward to your book. > > It will be a year in July for me as a banded person, but I feel I am still trying to get the flow. I have recently had a problem with reflux, it is being treated, but not solved. I have moved my bed up about 8 " and am on Nexium now. I don't PB at all. I am going to have my pouch and fill level evaluated in a few days. I don't feel too tight and have not had a fill since November 2006. So I'm not sure about the reflux problem. > > /Dallas > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 1, 2007 Report Share Posted July 1, 2007 Last night I made a folder of links for apraxia sites...now you can go to links and click on apraxia sites folder for the different sites to learn more about apraxia, other speech impairments, therapy techniques, some sites have speech products, toys, lots more good info on these sites. I hope it helps some of you when you are trying to find more information on a subject regarding apraxia and other speech impairments. Two really good sites packed with good info is Speechville and Cherab. I also added a couple more links in the EFA links. I will be adding more folders with other specific subjects that come up a lot in discussions. Again if anyone would like a link folder for a specific subject, please let me know and I will try to gather info on it. Tina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 What a great idea. Thank you, Tina. Gretchen > > Last night I made a folder of links for apraxia sites...now you can go > to links and click on apraxia sites folder for the different sites to > learn more about apraxia, other speech impairments, therapy techniques, > some sites have speech products, toys, lots more good info on these > sites. I hope it helps some of you when you are trying to find more > information on a subject regarding apraxia and other speech > impairments. Two really good sites packed with good info is > Speechville and Cherab. > > I also added a couple more links in the EFA links. > > I will be adding more folders with other specific subjects that come up > a lot in discussions. > > Again if anyone would like a link folder for a specific subject, please > let me know and I will try to gather info on it. > > Tina > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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