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Vivian Prouty
on 1/22/12 9:01 pm - Fort Worth, TX
Topic: MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE FOR TODAY
  Being human, we are imperfect. That's why we need each other. To catch each other when we falter.
To encourage each other when we lose heart.
Some may lead; others may follow; but none of us can go it alone.
- Hilary Clinton
 

GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE;   COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN;  AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!!    THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty      Obesity Help Support Group Coach  "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"


 

Nic M
on 1/22/12 12:55 am
Topic: RE: Anyone had allegen band replaced w/Realize?
I wouldn't recommend either of them, personally, Miriam.

A band is a band is a band. The only real difference is the manufacturer...

Allergan vs Johnson and Johnson. 

Here's a link with the info about both.

http://www.wlshelp.com/lap-band-vs-realize-band.html

 

 Avoid kemmerling, Green Bay, WI

 

MARIA F.
on 1/21/12 11:21 am - Athens, GA
Topic: RE: Anyone had allegen band replaced w/Realize?

Go with the VSG. It's a much more effective procedure than either band!

 

   FormerlyFluffy.com

 

Kim H.
on 1/20/12 1:00 pm - Duluth, MN
Topic: RE: Working Out
I think it was about 4 to 6 weeks before I got to go back to the gym after mine...I missed being there so I was soooo happy to get back to the gym....good luck....

~Kim~

                    
emburns
on 1/20/12 11:01 am - IL
Topic: Working Out
 I have my date scheduled however I was curious about the recovery time. How long until I am ready to work out again? I have always been an active person and like to work out a good amount, my portions and additional cardio are the problem. However, I participated in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in 2010 and would absolutely love to do it again this year. My surgery is scheduled for 2/21 and the walk is at the beginning of June. But training is an absolute must. Would I be able to walk and work out after the band and how long until then?? Also, if anyone wants to join me in the walk if/when I decide to do it, I would LOVE to have some buddies to do it along with. It was absolutely one of the most amazing things I have ever done in my life.
purple39lady
on 1/20/12 10:55 am
Topic: RE: Weight Loss
Sounds like you are doing great.  I would not be concerned, but if you are, talk to your doc.  Keep up the good work. 
    
Kim H.
on 1/20/12 4:12 am - Duluth, MN
Topic: RE: THURSDAY GRATEFUL POST
Could not wait to post this with your "Friday Grateful Post"...haha..I can tie my shoes leaving my feet on the floor rather than bringing my foot up onto my opposite leg to tie the shoe!!!!! SO EXCITED!!!!!

~Kim~

                    
Vivian Prouty
on 1/19/12 8:09 pm - Fort Worth, TX
Topic: MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE FOR TODAY
 

"Success consists of a series of little daily victories."

Laddie Hutar 

GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE;   COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN;  AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!!    THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty      Obesity Help Support Group Coach  "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"


 

purple39lady
on 1/19/12 10:17 am
Topic: RE: to the future.

I want to join the Kim and Tom and welcome you.  Everyone is different,but as Kim as stated, Tom does provide excellent advice.  He and Kim have been a great help to me.  You will do fine and I understand your feelings of wanting to do something for you.  The feeling of a kid at disneyworld sums up how I felt and still continue to feel as I continue on this journey.  Every day is a challenging and worth it.  Good luck to you. 

    
Vivian Prouty
on 1/18/12 9:49 pm - Fort Worth, TX
Topic: THURSDAY GRATEFUL POST
  Good Morning Everyone,

Our weekend is peeking over the horizon again.    Can't believe after tomorrow it will be here again.   LOL   Today I am grateful for "CHOICES".    We ALL make them everyday.    Whether they are conscious or unconscious choices.   Good or bad choices.   I am watching the morning news right now and they were talking about "dieting or eating plans and success."    They said it is ALL about choices and exercise to make one successful.   I agree 110% but I am also adding in portion sizes to that.    I am so grateful for ALL the different choices we can make not just concerning our WLS in our lives but other choices too.    It is awesome to have choices in ourr lives.     PLEASE share with us what you are grateful for today and have a blessed and wonderful day today.

Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian

GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE;   COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN;  AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!!    THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty      Obesity Help Support Group Coach  "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"


 

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