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Well said Bette!

I have learned to read it all and use it as a learning tool not a distraction to my journey.

 What if I want a sparkly unicorn AND smoke blown up my butt?  Can't I have both?


sheesh...  


Of course I don't mind dissenting opinions.  I'll stick around, see what people have to say...lurk for a bit longer.....

Sabina-- I just sent you a private message.

 OMG, some of you guys are just NEVER satisfied!!

Here's your sparkly unicorn - - but you will have to do the smoke blowing yourself. See kit below.

The  people that have been excluded from the new forum know exactly why they are excluded. Despite what they say, it has nothing to do with their insights on the band--good or bad.   All you have to do is read their posts,  and in many cases, their responses to posts (such as your own) to understand why they're not being included.  I encourage you to join the new forum.  I think you'll find the atmosphere a lot more "lighter".

 If this was related to me, please note that I only joined this forum yesterday. Seeking friendship and support from people with a band and I received notification that I was banned. I have no idea why. Very disappointed as you are judging me before even knowing whom I am.

I see you're new.

When did you have your surgery?  Are you recovering well?

 Yes, I had the surgery 20 days ago. Am doing very well (thank you so much for asking). I am learning as I go and reading/researching and asking questions. I am still on pureed/soft (limited) right now. I know it helps to have a great support system.

What are your stats?  How much weight do you hope to lose?

The soft foods/mushies was one of the hardest phases for me!!  Hang in there!

 My Stats? I am not sure what this is referring to sorry.

I am hoping to lose around 110 pounds at this point. 
I am just taking it day by day and learning as I go and watching
my body for any signs of the (not quite right). I am also going by
what the surgeon says and realizing the weight number is important
but what lets me know that I am doing well is the way my clothes are looser and how I am feeling. And I am feeling wonderful.