Hi Kari & Kim...thanks for the replies.  I just got home from being in Missouri for the weekend.  My husband and I hang out with 4 other couples a lot and we were down at one of their cabins.  Anyway usually ALL of our visits are centered around food so this visit I talked about how this weekend would be my last time at the cabin where my focus was on food.  I asked that they would all be supportive of my change in lifestyle.  I told them I don't want to be babysat or policed....just to take me seriously.  That will be a  big challenge for me next time I go. I looked around and there are lots of wonderful places to walk & explore so I will look forward to doing that next time. 

Kari...how long have you been waiting for approval?
Kim...I'm glad to hear your band is going well.  How much pain do you have  Like is it so bad you need pain pills or does tylenol do the trick?  How long until your first fill?

I got a "sample box" of different vitamins & calcium today from Bariatric Advantage.  I will take it to Janelle on Wednesday to see if those are the things I will need to take.  Lot's of different chewables to try. mmmmm...yummy!!

Do either of you go to the support meetings?  I have gone 3 times but will miss Sept & Oct.  I like going and talking to other patients.

The Bariattic Surgery Center at Genesis in Davenport is also an excellent facility.  I am 4 months post-op and live 80 miles away.  They grouped all my appointments.  I have a friend who had her surgery in Cedar Falls and was quite pleased.  For me...the decision had to do with my comfort level with the surgeon and his appoach.  Dr. Christopherson is excellent.  You can read my review on my profile.  Good luck and may your journey be all you desire and more.
Blessings,

thanks again!  and good luck with your surgery!!

thanks so much!  I have heard excellent things about Dr. G and plan to attend one of his informational seminars this coming Tue PM.  My primary physician also recommended him.  All roads seem to be pointing to Cedar Falls! My concern was the distance if there were many appointments.  I really appreciate you sharing your experience, and am glad to hear that the time in CF can be fairly minimal!  
Two more question, if you don't mind my asking -- do you have any regrets about having the surgery?  And do you attend a support group and/or know if there is one in the CR area? 
Thanks again!! 

Thanks Nellynelly....I will go to Campbells soon.  So how are you feeling now?  I see you just got lap band recently.