Welcome newbies

[Guest guest]

Hello Louise,

You mentioned that you are having more problems right now and think

that maybe your tube has come out. PLEASE DON'T WAIT! That is how I

got in this mess in the first place.

I had a tube fall out of my left ear and put off going back to see my

ENT. I had just started a new job and didn't want to miss an hour or

two of work for an appointment. (He would have inserted the tube in

his office.) I ended up missing a week of work recovering from the

surgery to remove the c-toma in March. Now I am about to miss

another week of work for a second surgery (scheduled for July 31st).

Catching the problem early and preventing it from developing seems to

be our best chance.

I know it's scary to go to the ENT. We are afraid of what will be

found. But, the sooner something is found, the easier it is to

treat! If it is found soon enough, maybe it won't have time to do too

much damage

Please take care!

>

> Hello everyone

>

> I feel over excited,over meeting this group.If you all only knew

how

> long I waited for people with this disease.

> > I'm still trying to really accept that you are all real.

> >I lived so long alone with this and have been in many different

> hearing impaired groups all over the world.I'm so excited just

> knowing I'm not Crazy after all* LOL *

>

> > I " m a little confused this morning,I over did it with on the go

to

> much.One thing I have learned over the years is that you get tired

> easy.At least I do.

> >>I'm having more probelms right now,not sure if the last tube

> surgery I had in June has fallen out.I'm getting pressure, fluid,

> tinglings..I will wait awhile longer and then go to emergery .I

can't

> fly back home if it is out.

> >I find the waiting for this ear is act up ,is very hard to cope

> with.But I can't do a thing about it until it does.That is the

whole

> issue about Choleseatoma.It tells us what it will do.

> > I much say*I'm scared to death over this up coming surgery when

> ever it takes place.

> > I too love music and love to talk.this will all change for me

> soon.I find I get lonely times,thats part of the hearing I have

lost.

> Right now I have hearing in right ear about 40% and right ear lost

> about 20%..The probelm is the hearing is up and down all the time.

> Hearing aids are useless for my cholesteatoma.

> >I have found that antibiotics drops in my left ear keeps the

> infection under contol ,it gets sore,when it is draining.

> >right now gravol keeps my balance under contol.I find the balance

> can be very stressful.It is like you are drunk.LOL

> >>Anyway to be more postive to all,I enjoy life .This disease can

be

> contolled and I'm very Thankful for that.

> >>>>>>

> If I had one wish in life it would be too not have to see ENT again.

> PS.I'm very Happy to have found all of you.

> Please ask me anything you want.

> Friends always

> Louise

[Guest guest]

Hi everyone!

I just wanted to welcome the new women on the list. You will find this group

most informative and caring. I see all the great info they have given you so

far.

I started with small lifestyle changes; made them a habit and then added another

(ie. eating small meals and/or snacks every 4-5 hours instead of eating once a

day; stop drinking soda pop; exercise; etc.) They say it takes 30 days to

break a habit and that is about right. For me, making small changes has made

a huge difference for my weight loss. I have lost about 70pounds over the past

1 1/2yrs now; with much more still to go. My primary exercise is an aerobic

breathing program which has certainly made me healthier. I've recently joined

Curves For Women as well. I eat healthier and always drink water.

Take care and welcome!

Queenie

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[Guest guest]

Thanks for the welcome Queenie! I really need to follow your example.

Congrats on the weight loss.

~Lois~

w w wrote:

>

> Hi everyone!

>

> I just wanted to welcome the new women on the list. You will find

> this group most informative and caring. I see all the great info

> they have given you so far.

>

> I started with small lifestyle changes; made them a habit and then

> added another (ie. eating small meals and/or snacks every 4-5 hours

> instead of eating once a day; stop drinking soda pop; exercise;

> etc.) They say it takes 30 days to break a habit and that is about

> right. For me, making small changes has made a huge difference for

> my weight loss. I have lost about 70pounds over the past 1 1/2yrs

> now; with much more still to go. My primary exercise is an aerobic

> breathing program which has certainly made me healthier. I've

> recently joined Curves For Women as well. I eat healthier and

> always drink water.

>

> Take care and welcome!

>

> Queenie

>

>

>

> ---------------------------------

>

[Guest guest]

----- Original Message -----

From: " w w " <queenieblue2000@...>

>weight loss. I have lost about 70pounds over the past 1 1/2yrs now; with

much more still to go. My primary exercise is an aerobic breathing program

which has certainly made me healthier. I've recently joined Curves For

Women as well. I eat healthier and always drink water.

70 pounds is fantastic. What is Curves for Women? I already have enough

curves... well, perhaps rolls would be more accurate. Several

locations have opened in my area but I don't know anything about Curves.

This is my third week of walking my daughter to and from school and I'm

getting quite a workout now since she's gotten so much faster on her bike.

The first week of school I was shuffling along behind her but now I walk as

fast as I can and she leaves me in the dust. I love having exercise built

into my life now. I might join a gym too because I used to enjoy weight

lifting. For now walking is plenty though. I'm also trying to get my bike

fixed up and get a kid trailer so I can take my 2 year old to mother's day

out by bike twice a week. My body is not going to know what to do with this

new healthy lifestyle. In Houston we live in our cars so walking and

biking for transportation is quite a change. I'm still hunting for a

reasonable kid bike trailer. Those things are ridiculously expensive.

Gotta stop chatting and start sleeping. I already feel this list boosting

my motivation. Woo hoo!

Ann

[Guest guest]

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Hey Belinda, do you have messenger? I am with SBC now too, so I just added you to my messenger list.

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

no i have aol messenger i will look into how to get sbc messenger. How are you doing? I went to Dr Fisher thursday last week and I think I'm going to start going to him I really liked him. He gave me a .5cc fill so i now have a l.5 so far so good no throwing up this time. He only gives fills every 8 weeks which i think will be ok. How are you doing with your 2cc hope good. Well talk to you a little later, belinda PS did you see all the okies isn't that cool.

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Yeah, I saw all the okies! Sorry I hijacked this thread! That is great you got another fill and no throwing up! Here is the link to get messenger http://messenger./downloadsuccess.php?exe=1 if you have windowsXP you might need to hold the ctrl key down as you click on this link or you will see the thing blocking popups. It's free and you can use your sbcglobal email address as a username and the same password. I have AOL too, I am on there as Rainmomtx88. But I hardly ever use it. I like because it has the free launch cast radio, which I use a lot at work.

Last night I didn't chew a piece of meat well enough and I thought i was going to die. I didn't throw up, or PB, but I wanted to. I did everything I could not to because I knew it would not be good for the band, but in doing that i think my throat spasmed and I have a sore throat today. For the not yet banded, it feels like severe heartburn. I am on liquids and soft stuff today, giving my band a break. Other then that, I am doing good, still learning I gotta chew chew chew!!

In TexasLapband, Dr. Aceves280/ 234 /160My Journey http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=M1105896917 Mexico Experience http://www.geocities.com/twilling_99/mexico.html

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

> Welcome to both Ken and Marie.

> Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I

> experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing

like

> yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down

now,

> but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability

factor.

> I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start

dropping

> pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and

wouldn't

> change a thing. I love my band.

>

> Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr.

Aceves.

> We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we

> received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here

> before you know it.

>

> An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass

patients,

> it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which

surgery

> we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc.

What

> do y'all think?

>

> Jackie S

> Banded 1/19/05

> 320 / 275 / 160 I dream

Dear Jackie,

thanks for the welcome and kind comments.

To be honest I was suprised at the rapid weightloss.....so suprised

I weighed myself on different scales but it still came out the

same :-)

Its amazing what the lapband, liquid diet and a hint of willpower

will do eh lol

I still dont feel any restriction and have frequent hunger pangs but

I guess this will end when I start to eat solids.

regards,

Ken

[Guest guest]

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Yes this helps alot I think we are kind of right in the middle of Ft Worth and Tulsa so either way will be Okay. am just glad I don't have to go back to Mexico each time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:28 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

No there is options Dr Fisher in Tulsa charged me 200.00 a fill Dr Dodson in Ft Worth charges 250.00 fill but uses the flour machine. Either one would be ok I just liked Dr Fisher he took time out to sit down and talk to me and did your normal check up stuff where Dr Dodson if was just a fill and see ya. Also Dr Dodson you had to go to Arlington Tx which is on the south side of Ft Worth and it took us about 3 hours just to get back to the North side of Dallas because it will allway be in the afternoon when you get your fills and you know how rush hour can be DALLAS RUSH HOUR NIGHTMARE. Anyway there are option even though I want to go back to Mexico before my 1 year date just to see everyone. Talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Yes this helps alot I think we are kind of right in the middle of Ft Worth and Tulsa so either way will be Okay. am just glad I don't have to go back to Mexico each time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:28 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Hey Belinda & Rosemary,

I kinda wish Dr. Dobson's office would take the time too. I did like Dr. who filled in for him, he did ask me how I was, and some other questions. But it would be nice to be able to sit down first and ask a ton of questions and know you aren't just chattle.

I would like to schedule a visit back to Mexico around my "bandiversary" too. Maybe we can get a bunch of us together huh?

Belinda Spoonemore <mamolinder@...> wrote:

No there is options Dr Fisher in Tulsa charged me 200.00 a fill Dr Dodson in Ft Worth charges 250.00 fill but uses the flour machine. Either one would be ok I just liked Dr Fisher he took time out to sit down and talk to me and did your normal check up stuff where Dr Dodson if was just a fill and see ya. Also Dr Dodson you had to go to Arlington Tx which is on the south side of Ft Worth and it took us about 3 hours just to get back to the North side of Dallas because it will allway be in the afternoon when you get your fills and you know how rush hour can be DALLAS RUSH HOUR NIGHTMARE. Anyway there are option even though I want to go back to Mexico before my 1 year date just to see everyone. Talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Yes this helps alot I think we are kind of right in the middle of Ft Worth and Tulsa so either way will be Okay. am just glad I don't have to go back to Mexico each time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:28 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

I have a sister that lives in Tulsa so will be convenient for me to go there I think. This is so great to be able to chat with everyone ,ask questions and share your experiences. Looking forward to having the procedure overwith. I do hope we all can meet sometime andmaybe go to Mexico together. Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of MillsSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:19 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hey Belinda & Rosemary,

I kinda wish Dr. Dobson's office would take the time too. I did like Dr. who filled in for him, he did ask me how I was, and some other questions. But it would be nice to be able to sit down first and ask a ton of questions and know you aren't just chattle.

I would like to schedule a visit back to Mexico around my "bandiversary" too. Maybe we can get a bunch of us together huh?

Belinda Spoonemore <mamolinder@...> wrote:

No there is options Dr Fisher in Tulsa charged me 200.00 a fill Dr Dodson in Ft Worth charges 250.00 fill but uses the flour machine. Either one would be ok I just liked Dr Fisher he took time out to sit down and talk to me and did your normal check up stuff where Dr Dodson if was just a fill and see ya. Also Dr Dodson you had to go to Arlington Tx which is on the south side of Ft Worth and it took us about 3 hours just to get back to the North side of Dallas because it will allway be in the afternoon when you get your fills and you know how rush hour can be DALLAS RUSH HOUR NIGHTMARE. Anyway there are option even though I want to go back to Mexico before my 1 year date just to see everyone. Talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Yes this helps alot I think we are kind of right in the middle of Ft Worth and Tulsa so either way will be Okay. am just glad I don't have to go back to Mexico each time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:28 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Hi , Ya that would be great I was thinking about going in August but I don't think i'm going to be able to afford it that soon so maybe after the first of the year. Everyone is welcome it would be cool if we could have a get together some day old a new alike(bandsters). See Ya Belinda Mills <techgurl88@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda & Rosemary,

I kinda wish Dr. Dobson's office would take the time too. I did like Dr. who filled in for him, he did ask me how I was, and some other questions. But it would be nice to be able to sit down first and ask a ton of questions and know you aren't just chattle.

I would like to schedule a visit back to Mexico around my "bandiversary" too. Maybe we can get a bunch of us together huh?

Belinda Spoonemore <mamolinder@...> wrote:

No there is options Dr Fisher in Tulsa charged me 200.00 a fill Dr Dodson in Ft Worth charges 250.00 fill but uses the flour machine. Either one would be ok I just liked Dr Fisher he took time out to sit down and talk to me and did your normal check up stuff where Dr Dodson if was just a fill and see ya. Also Dr Dodson you had to go to Arlington Tx which is on the south side of Ft Worth and it took us about 3 hours just to get back to the North side of Dallas because it will allway be in the afternoon when you get your fills and you know how rush hour can be DALLAS RUSH HOUR NIGHTMARE. Anyway there are option even though I want to go back to Mexico before my 1 year date just to see everyone. Talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Yes this helps alot I think we are kind of right in the middle of Ft Worth and Tulsa so either way will be Okay. am just glad I don't have to go back to Mexico each time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:28 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Hi Rosemary, I go to a Doctor in Tulsa Dr Fisher also i've gone to a Dr Dodson in Ft Worth Tx he may be closer to you then Tulsa. The differance between the to is Dr Dodson uses the flour machine and you go to an imaging center where he does your fills. Dr Fisher see you at his office and does his fills there unless he can't hit the port then he takes you down to the imaging center in the same building. Dr Fisher it's like a regular Dr app where as Dr Dodson is like your one of many getting a fill. saw Dr Dodson's partner when Dr Dodson could not make it and she really liked him. Hope this helps Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Hey Belinda where do you go for your fills???

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Laukka, Rosemary L.Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

That works for me also Thanks bunches !!!!

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 3:24 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

after 5.00pm would be great Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Thank you so much, what would be the best time to call? Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 1:09 PM Subject: RE: Welcome Newbies

Rosemary call anytime i know i can help at least with what to expect and any questions you might have. I talked to 3 or 4 people before i went and they had great advice about things i didn't even think about. You will love Dr Aceves he is great talk to you later Belinda"Laukka, Rosemary L." <Rosemary@...> wrote:

Marie and I are from the Durant ,Ok area down by Lake Texoma....I would like to call you as the closer it gets to my scheduled surgery my anxiety increases, I know that is normal but would be nice to talk with someone one on one about the experience. Thanks Rosemary

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Belinda SpoonemoreSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 5:19 PM Subject: Re: Welcome Newbies

Oh my goodness Rosemary i've seen you in the e-mails but didn't know you were also from Oklahoma that is so cool. Where are you from? like I told Marie call if you want more info I'll be glad to talk to you. Belinda

RE: Welcome Newbies

Sounds like a great idea to me. My name is Rosemary from Oklahoma and Marie and I are scheduled to have our surgeries at the same time.

-----Original Message-----From: [mailto: ]On Behalf Of Jackie SSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 12:57 PM Subject: Welcome NewbiesWelcome to both Ken and Marie. Ken - you're doing amazingly well and are to be congratulated! I experienced rapid weight loss at the beginning also(though nothing like yours; you men always lose so darn fast!). It's really slowed down now, but the fantastic thing about the band is the adjustability factor. I'll have my second fill on June 1 and can't wait to start dropping pounds again. At any rate, I am thrilled to have 45# gone and wouldn't

change a thing. I love my band.Marie - You are in for a marvelous experience with Nina and Dr. Aceves. We all love them and are so thankful for the expertise and care we received. Good luck on your journey -- your band-day will be here before you know it.An added thought - since Dr. Aceves has both band and bypass patients, it might be helpful for us here on the board to identify which surgery we had - just so we're not confusing statistics, food issues, etc. What do y'all think?Jackie SBanded 1/19/05320 / 275 / 160 I dream

[Guest guest]

Beth - Thanks for the welcome!! I was just reading some posts and

noticed another one of yours. I'm curious if Hannah has pain with

her Arthritis. Grant, age 10, has had no pain with his. It seems

like everything that I read, all the kids have pain. Grant was just

diagnosed 4 months ago so I'm wondering if the pain is to come? You

wrote that Hannah has muscular legs and such, Grant is very athletic

as well so maybe there is a connection there (if Hannah doesn't have

pain with her arthritis).

Just wondering!

-- In , Beth Yohnk <yohnkmom@...> wrote:

>

> Hello to our newbies:

> Wanted to welcome all of you to the list, although I wish you did

not have a need to find us. I hate to hear of more kids suffering.

This is a wonderful, welcoming, knowledgeable group you have found.

Looking forward to getting to know all of you.

>

> Beth & Hannah, 11, unspecified arthritis; asthma; gerd; migraines

>

> Sending prayers & happy thoughts,

> Beth :-)

>

[Guest guest]

Hi :

Actually Hannah has pain on a daily basis. Her level of pain, however, varies from day to day. She has had pain in every joint with the exception of her hips. For some reason they do not bother her. But she can have pain her neck; back; hands; elbows; wrists; knees; ankles and toes. Not every joint hurts every day that does vary some.

I don't remember your exact introduction, but how was you son diagnosed? Does he have swelling or was it through labs. Hannah rarely has visible swelling, yet her SED rate is almost always elevated. She's also had several other abnormal labs, yet they still won't diagnose her with JRA. And yes, she is athletic. She used to be a talented softball player, but had to give it up because of her knees. She is now involved in a wonderful performance group that focuses on vocals and dancing.

Ask any questions you have, someone here will be able to relate and help.

Beth & Hannah, 11, unspecified arthritis; asthma; gerd;migraines

Sending prayers & happy thoughts,

Beth :-)

Re: Welcome Newbies

Beth - Thanks for the welcome!! I was just reading some posts and noticed another one of yours. I'm curious if Hannah has pain with her Arthritis. Grant, age 10, has had no pain with his. It seems like everything that I read, all the kids have pain. Grant was just diagnosed 4 months ago so I'm wondering if the pain is to come? You wrote that Hannah has muscular legs and such, Grant is very athletic as well so maybe there is a connection there (if Hannah doesn't have pain with her arthritis).Just wondering!-- In @group s.com, Beth Yohnk <yohnkmom@.. .> wrote:>> Hello to our newbies:> Wanted to welcome all of you to the list, although I wish you did not have a need to find us. I hate to hear of more kids suffering. This is a

wonderful, welcoming, knowledgeable group you have found. Looking forward to getting to know all of you.> > Beth & Hannah, 11, unspecified arthritis; asthma; gerd; migraines> > Sending prayers & happy thoughts,> Beth :-)>

[Guest guest]

Aubrey was diagnosed with swollen left Knee and no pain.Terri

Re: Welcome Newbies

Beth - Thanks for the welcome!! I was just reading some posts and noticed another one of yours. I'm curious if Hannah has pain with her Arthritis. Grant, age 10, has had no pain with his. It seems like everything that I read, all the kids have pain. Grant was just diagnosed 4 months ago so I'm wondering if the pain is to come? You wrote that Hannah has muscular legs and such, Grant is very athletic as well so maybe there is a connection there (if Hannah doesn't have pain with her arthritis).Just wondering!-- In , Beth Yohnk <yohnkmom@...> wrote:>> Hello to our newbies:> Wanted to welcome all of you to the list, although I wish you did not have a need to find us. I hate to hear of more kids suffering. This is a wonderful, welcoming, knowledgeable group you have found. Looking forward to getting to know all of you.> > Beth & Hannah, 11, unspecified arthritis; asthma; gerd; migraines> > Sending prayers & happy thoughts,> Beth :-)>

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