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nightbird
on 5/7/11 12:02 pm - Bowie, MD

Thank you...we will check out the Manassas area. We are looking for a place that is long term and it is just us so we don't need a large place. We have been looking at places in Fairfax County too.

nightbird
on 5/7/11 12:00 pm - Bowie, MD

Topic: RE: OT: VA to DC

Hi

Actually we haven't been to visit yet. We go to visit for the first time in early June. We will check out different areas then. So far we are going to check out Silver Springs, MD and Fairfax, Springfield, Alexandria and Woodbridge in VA while we are there. It takes forever for the transfers to go through so my guess it will be fall before we get the go ahead to sell our house and move to the DC area.

Good luck with your move and congratulations on selling your house.

caroline2622
on 5/7/11 1:31 am - Woodbridge , VA

VSG on 09/30/08 with

Topic: RE: OT: VA to DC

Was lucky that I lived in my house for 25 years. Came out ok I have alot of friends in the same boat. Live off of Springwood, seeing a solid hold last year and this year. Felt it was the time to get out.

Married a guy *****tired to Wilmington NC .. Been commuting about 7 years. Just retired.

Take care

lost 140 lbs

Extended TT 12/072009 Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger

(deactivated member)
on 5/7/11 1:24 am - Woodbridge, VA

Topic: RE: OT: VA to DC

Congrats on the quick sell! If we weren't more than $100k upside-down on our mortgage compared to current resale value, we'd be trying to sell ours, too.

(deactivated member)
on 5/7/11 1:21 am - Woodbridge, VA

Topic: RE: revision surgery

For one, since you've already had surgery on the area once, there are likely to be a lot of adhesions/scar tissue that may need to be cleaned up for a revision (especially if a band has been part of the equation). Also, since those organs have already been operated on, the tissues can be a bit thinner from cutting and stretching, which can make them more difficult to work with and, depending on what type of revision is being performed, may increase the chance of a leak (especially when revising a sleeved stomach). If you're talking about revising the intestines (such as increasing the amount of bypass or revising from RNY to DS), then you not only have new connections to make, but also old anastomosis openings to close.

Lauren B
on 5/7/11 12:12 am - VA

RNY on 12/10/07

Topic: RE: Hello and Support Group Announcement!

I didn't realize you moved! What a doll baby you are holding down the VA Board fort still. I've always held you in such high regard for being the one person who was a constant on this board in the last couple years when membership slumped a bit. KUDOS! your advice, wisdom and welcoming prescense is definately noticed. HUGS! And thank you for the best wishes on my new venture. :)

L

369/175/136
Highest Weight/Goal/Current Weight
233lbs LOST!!
Maintenance going strong!

caroline2622
on 5/6/11 11:37 pm - Woodbridge , VA

VSG on 09/30/08 with

Topic: RE: OT: VA to DC

Wondered about your house hunting in VA

Sold my house and in less than 30 days I am now in Wilmington NC

lost 140 lbs

Extended TT 12/072009 Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger

caroline2622
on 5/6/11 11:34 pm - Woodbridge , VA

VSG on 09/30/08 with

Topic: RE: Hello and Support Group Announcement!

Lauren Sounds like a wonderful idea. I am looking for a support group that are 3 years out too but I live in NC now. Best wishes to you in the future.

Take care you can do this!

lost 140 lbs

Extended TT 12/072009 Plastic Surgeon Mitchell Krieger

Donut22kids
on 5/6/11 11:57 am - Jeffersonton, VA

Topic: RE: revision surgery

Just curious, why is revisions more risky than the initial surgery? I never really thought about it until I read your response.
I know that doctor Elariny is really good.
Donut