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06-22-2007, 08:42 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2007 |
Location: San Diego CA |
Surgeon: Juan Carvallo Lopez |
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how do I get involved on forum
Hi I am new to the forum, don't really know how to use it, how do u get to know others and feel like I fit in....I have a lap band, had it for nearly 3 yrs, am happy with it, lost 54 lbs slowly, sometimes have some problems but nothing serious, still have 20 lbs to go...want to talk with other folks and make friends....
Joi
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06-22-2007, 09:13 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2006 |
Location: Alabama |
Surgeon: Dr. Edward Facundus |
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Hi, Joi - glad you found us - keep reading and posting - you're already involved! Congrats on the weight loss. Keep up the good work1
Carol
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January 11, 2007 - BCBS approved
Surgery date March 28, 2007 Lap RNY
266/ 188.8/To be healthy!!!
78.2 pounds GONE! 
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06-22-2007, 09:17 AM
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Location: El Cajon |
Surgeon: Dr. C |
Age: 36 |
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Joi
Hi I am new to the forum, don't really know how to use it, how do u get to know others and feel like I fit in....I have a lap band, had it for nearly 3 yrs, am happy with it, lost 54 lbs slowly, sometimes have some problems but nothing serious, still have 20 lbs to go...want to talk with other folks and make friends....
Joi
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Just jump in. Everyone here is VERY friendly. All you have to do is just be here, and people will support you. 
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Jeanie
Lap Dr. Callery
July 7, 2004
Currently pregnant with my 1st biological baby due Oct 11th..... We are having a girl
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06-22-2007, 09:52 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2004 |
Location: Oceanside, CA |
Surgeon: Dr. Potts |
Posts: 4,937 |
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There's also a lap band group on here that might help you too
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06-22-2007, 10:01 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2006 |
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan |
Surgeon: Dr Randal Baker; Dr Ronald Ford (TT/BL) |
Age: 52 |
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Welcome Joi, you just took the first step in getting involved.
The best way to get to know all of us is to comment on other's threads and ask questions, share your victories, frustrations and everything in between. 
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Beth
Little Victories; Grand Rapids, MI
Bariatric Support Group
CherishedTeddyBear-(TT Bear Lover)
The Poetry of Milady
New Beginnings: My Journey to LIFE
359(BMI: 58.8)/ 148(BMI: 24.3)
Highest/Current
Diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol,
peripheral vein disease, joint pain and 211 lbs GONE!!
Century Club: July 3, 2006
ONE-derland: Dec. 22, 2006
Double Century: May 29, 2007
Goal: June 15, 2008
Lap RNY: 1/30/06-Dr Randal Baker
TT/BL: 09/21/07-Dr Ronald Ford
PS Revisions: 04/29/08-Dr Ronald Ford
Gallbadder removal: 06/09/08-Dr Randal Baker
"...if we pay attention to the fact that we can move,
breathe, feel, laugh, cry and notice sunsets,
there is cause for joy."
-Geneen Roth
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06-22-2007, 10:10 AM
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Join Date: May 2007 |
Location: Northern Virginia |
Surgeon: Dr. Amir Moazzez |
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Welcome Joi!
I'm rather new too, but have found everyone here to be so very friendly, supportive and full fo great advice.
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Leslie
5'4"
pre 289/C 148/G 130
Surgery 5/29/07
3 More pounds until I have lost HALF of me
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06-22-2007, 11:04 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2007 |
Location: San Diego CA |
Surgeon: Juan Carvallo Lopez |
Age: 46 |
Posts: 13 |
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how do I find the lap band group?
Quote:
Originally Posted by lealphachienne
There's also a lap band group on here that might help you too
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how do I find the lap band group?
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pre now goal
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06-22-2007, 11:16 AM
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Join Date: May 2005 |
Location: Rancho Cucamonga, Ca |
Surgeon: Dr. Suh |
Age: 50 |
Posts: 1,777 |
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Hi Joi!
I believe pictures say more than words, so ...
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Baron Patrick
It Ain't Over Till I Say It's Over-And I Won!
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Top / Pre / Current / My Goal
280 / 263 / 190 / 180
LAP RNY 5/29/07
TT Gym Rat Club Member #19
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06-23-2007, 06:48 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jun 2007 |
Location: San Diego CA |
Surgeon: Juan Carvallo Lopez |
Age: 46 |
Posts: 13 |
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thanks!!
Joi
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230/176/150
pre now goal
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06-23-2007, 06:55 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2006 |
Location: Rhode Island |
Surgeon: Dr. Harry Sax |
Age: 50 |
Posts: 1,678 |
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Hello & Welcome!
Quote:
Originally Posted by Joi
how do I find the lap band group?
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Scroll down to the bottom right- Forum jump- then click on the drop-down arrow. You'll see the Lap Band section.
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Cynthia
I live in my own little world, but it's okay because they know me here.
Height 5'2"
Highest: 335
Surgery:328.6
Current: 223.8 as of 7/1/08
Goal: Who cares? I feel great!
Surgery Date: 2/12/07
Open Roux-en-Y at The Miriam Hospital, RI
TT Gym Rat #11
PhoenixBear
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