Hi Kim, thanks so much for the compliments. Your looking wonderful yourself, I find it hard to believe you EVER lacked confidence in yourself. I have to agree with what you said in your profile, loving ones self is one of the hardest things I had to learn to do, it feels selfish, conceited and just down right wrong, but it is totally necessary for success. And that alcohol has killed a few fobi patience. I get my therapy by attending support group meetings, I have a lot of wonderful people who look up to me and I hold myself accountable. If I fail they might think they will fail too, so I try to be a good example and do what I call paying it forward. As you become stronger I bet you will kick the meds too!! Rock on sister!! Bonnie Young Still Dancing Like No One's Looking!! http://community.webshots.com/user/byoung41 http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=Y1048551657

CONGRATS on your weight loss! I know Dr. ,Felahy he assisted Dr. Fobi with my surgery! Girl YOU LOOK GREAT! Isn't God Good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I went to your site...man you are really talented! I would luv to have you create a portrate for me.... Man r u talented...I mean Bonny I did have my ups & downs after the surgery, its noted on my page....man I was almost an alcoholic because of low self esteem. I'm so glad I got help. It's so important for us to get the therapy Dr. Fobi's office suggests! I really look forward to hearing from you Bonny Luv your Sister in WLS! Kim Gregory

Hi Jennifer, I choose the Fobi pouch because of the band. They said it would help with hunger, the band keeps the food in you longer and so you feel full longer (unless you drink liquids with your meal which pushes it through, and then your hungry sooner) But as you get further along you do begin to stretch your pouch and you can eat more years later, and end up gaining A LOT!! I had my surgery four years ago and I have maintained for the last year, but I don't drink when I eat and I NEVER drink anything carbonated. I hope you find a surgery that is good for your needs. Bonnie Young Still Dancing Like No One's Looking!! http://www.lavenderdoor.com/artistdetailpage.asp?ID=25 http://community.webshots.com/user/byoung41 http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/profile.phtml?N=Y1048551657 www.madonna-in-art.com

Hi LessMo L: Thanks for the reply. I'm just in the early stages and have my first appointment with my surgeon on Monday, but I will keep that in mind. Peace and blessings, Karen

Dumping is an individual reaction, just like what makes some people nauseated and others can tolerate. Some people can eat everything that they could before and never have any kind of dumping symptoms. Some people become lactose intolerant. I wish I could help more but really it all depends on you. Of course less sugar is recommended. My suggestion is to stock up on the sugar free jello and the low sugar popsicles. After you can start eating more varied foods you'll have to go through the mini-journey we all have to go through to figure out what your body likes and doesn't like. When something hits you bad try to lay down somewhere cool and let it pass. Then put it on a list of something that gave you a bad reaction. I personally can't eat mayo. I also can't eat dips, but am fine with cheese and milk in small amounts. I can eat Ritz type crackers but not saltines. It is all about experimentation. Good luck to you!