I am scheduled for the seminar at the U of M (Fairview) on Dec. 21st.  I'm still torn between Buchwald and Ikramuddin for my DS, but I'm leaning towards Dr. I since he does laproscopic.  Another factor might be the length of common channel that each Dr. does, as I would prefer 100+ cm (I'd rather lose less weight than chance being too malnurished).

The only thing that still worries me about the DS (and to a lesser extent all WLS) is the vitamin regemin and blood tests.  I'm trading zero current perscriptions (aside from my CPAP) for 30 pills a day and blood tests every 3 months after I get the DS.  That's a big responsiblity for the rest of my life (50+ years?).

Thanks for the tip!  I have been in a pumpkin cheesecake Greek yogurt rut lately and need to change it up.

I personally like the unflavored and unsweetened kind from MuscleFeast. Then, I make and flavor them with fruit, splenda or stevia to taste. I often think the flavored ones are too sweet for me or leave an after taste. I prefer the taste of Watkins Vanilla extract to get vanilla flavor. I usually make a protein coffee shake in the morning. Tastes like a cappucino or latte using sugar free carnation creamer. Good luck in your search for protein shakes that work for you. Carol

YOU ROCK
Keep up the great work

Darla - Yes please keep us updated on your progress. Almost embarrassed to say this but I am 49 and I would love plastics.. As soon as I can afford to get BA I will. I am almost back in a training bra! My girls are completely deflated by my weight loss.

I dont need any lower work done and my arms look just fine (work with a trainer 2-3 days per week to build muscle there). Its lose skin on my tummy and the girls that need help. My husband will support me with what ever decision I make - its about how I feel in my own body.

Right now I am happy that my legs and arms look good. My tummy is flat - no rolls of skin - just lose wrinkles there. I need to have a few plastic consults to decide what to have done then start saving $$. Your Dr is on my short list. Can I ask who the others you consulted with where? What is the price that Dr Harrington quoted? And are you having silicone or saline???

Sorry for so many questions... you got me thinking!

Kim