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I just have to tell someone, lol, so ya'll are it! :clap2: After being told for... um... all of his life that he should record an album, Mikey FINALLY did! Woo hoo!! The album is all hymns done with piano & vocals. He's got a gorgeous voice! Anyway, if you're interested: www.mikeycunningham.com I can't wait for his next one! He's already got plans in the works, once we get done with this ol' surgery thang. ((Happy dance!!))

HEY CHICAGO!!!! I need your help! I am going to the Oprah Show at the end of the month and I need wardrobe help. I live in Texas down by Houston so I am not used to your weather. Any advice on what to bring with me besides the obvious coat and gloves? Do I need thermals for underneath my pants? I planned on wearing to the show a nice pair of jeans and boots with a black velvet jacket. My mom is freaking out and going out and buying all kinds of tights and coats. My mother in law is from Michigan and she knows how the cold is up there and is not worried about it all but I am a virgin to it all! HELP!!!! :omg: What do you suggest?

HA! I knew you couldn't resist. Guys, this is NOT the "Why are women so weird" thread so don't even go there. If you want a thread to cluck about us, go start one. This spousal unit of mine is too strange for words. The more I lose, the weirder he gets. He's off work temporarily. I figured he'd finally finish the tile job from 3 years ago. He didn't have time though because he was busy diamond-plating his workbench. Yes, you read that right. (Diamond plate is expensive shiny metal sheet stuff for backs of trailers n' junk.) I recently needed his help out back, but he insisted he was too busy tied up on a project in the garage. Our house needs painted, the …

Inspired by the free coca-cola calendars link; I thought I'd share some of my favorite sites for coupons and freebies. I have young adult/teenage children, and the only gift I can be sure they wont return is a gift card. There's a site here that offers discounts for gift cards to all their favorite stores. Before I go out and buy anything major, I look to see if there is a discount or coupon offer I can print out or online code I can use to order that item. I love love love to find great deals. I thought maybe some of you might enjoy this info so here you go! http://www.giftcardsagain.com http://www.couponmountain.com http://www.eversave.com http://www102.coo…

tell me some of ur favs? these are some of mine- they are sooooo random... the notebook joe dirt dear frankie valley girl say anything tommy boy

Hi everyone, I am really disheartened by the number of negative posts I've been reading lately, and I know I'm not alone. I value this website, and I just hate what has been happening lately. So, without further ado, my suggestions for how to make LBT an even better place: 1. Respect the person who started the thread by staying on topic. If you want to discuss a different topic, feel free to start a new thread. If the thread starter tells you straight out that you are off topic, have the courtesy to respect their wishes. Again, you always have the option to start your own thread. 2. Stop flaming people for expressing their opinions. Certainly state your opin…

Easter? I have to get myself organized so I can do the Bunny exchange! Who's interested? Boing boing boing hippity hop!

I was reading a post last night here on few people having some trouble on staying focused on Exercise! we all Do at some point even me..... Start/today Schedule 3 work out a week for only thirty Minutes, my self I like Carideo with lite weights. ( Walking ) What do you want to Accomplish faster weight loss? I think that if you keep a record of your food intake and your calorie consumption you are allowing your self amore accurate approach to maintaining your weight loss ( because ) your thinking about all the food you are eating! Also keep a Journal of your exercise, and if your going to work out (work your whole body!) Have you ever went to a gym and there are pe…

I thought these were just the coolest...they even come with what ever style of bike you ride.

Lately I have been feeling much shorter. I'm short to begin with 5'4" but now I feel really short! Any body else feel shorter?

I have a good friend who is getting ready to have her first child. I have to come up with a gift for her shower. My question is, what is the one thing that you could not have done without after having your baby? I don't have kids so any info is appreciated here! :help:

I know you northeners are thinking "big woop!" But we hardly ever get snow without it turning to ice. But the days not over yet! LOL! I just had to share!

Ok I couldn't let all you HARLEY BIKER BABES have all the fun!!! this is my new ride! It's a Celeberty X. OMG IT GOES 6 MILES AN HOUR!! Watch out:eek: "The Scooter Store" delivered it today along with a hour long lesson. If medicare does not pay for it I still get to keep it at NO cost to me. "The scooter store" pre-approved me so it's MINE, MINE, MINE!!! I'm so happy! Here is a pic of my new Ride. Harley Babes eat your heart out!!! :couch2: :biggrin1: :kiss2:

Is there some way I can get paid for working here? I mean, since I seem to live here now surely y'all can find a useful position for me that pays well. This place is too much fun. Thank you to those who started it. Thank you to those who keep it going. Thank you to those who make it interesting. Thank you to those who see how cool it would be to pay me to be here. *grins*

I can't get a band until I can figure out how to pay for it myself, so I thought I should join Jenny Craig or something. After finding out the cost of JennY Craig, I was very dissapointed I can not afford it. I went online and looked around and found that ediets has a 'alternative to jenny craig diet'. I signed up for $15 a month. The diet planner creates a meal plan based on everything I can find in the grocery store, and it includes lots of frozen and canned foods that can be heated in the microwave. It gives me an entire shopping list of things I need for that week. I am so excited. It really doesn't seem to be all that expensive. I can probably get away with spendi…

I bought my hubby "Stop Smoking" treatment from Laser Concepts. His best friend got a gift certificate for Christmas, so I figured I'd let them try together. The center also does laser weightloss. I kicked back in the recliner and let them laser my ears and toes. At this point, the only thing I have to lose is weight. They told me to diet and exercise, ha ha, imagine that? I told them if I lose any weight I certainly won't attribute it to the lasers. But the treatment is supposed to help with energy and cravings, so I went for it. Anyone familiar with this?

Okay everybody, take a moment and go here: (I promise it will give you a smile) http://www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~geoffo/humour/flattery.html

HURRY! Free Coca-Cola 2006 Calendar (call-in, verified) 1-800-438-2653 Ask them if they still have the Coca-Cola calendars available. I talked to very nice lady. She took my name and mailing address - - She said 7 to 10 business days to get the calendar!! DO THIS ONE FAST before they run out!!!

I just found a site that actually has a great selection of various brands of plus size workout wear. Now that I've lost weight, I deserve some decent gym clothes so I just placed an order. http://www.ladiesonlysports.com/plussizcomso.html

i'm a guy the surgeons i've talked to say the port will not be visible when i'm out at the beach or the pool. hard for me to belive. is it true?

I was so confused. I have never been in here and I didnt know I was in here and I was like so confused. I thought I was in the main lapband area,.. I sure didnt click in here on my own. Learn something new everyday

Diabetes news letter. Thank you all MY friends at LBT for your words of encourgement support.JOHNQ also wrote a journal.

I am a real newbie 24hrs young on the site....but I love surprises and sending out surprises. let me know if there is still time to join in the fun and what might be needed....otherwise...I'll just send you all warm wishes for a great holiday! Smiles....diane

DH and I have had this joke since Christmas that he was going to buy me a Faberge chihuahua to comemorate the band trip to Monterrey in April. Today we were talking about getting a really special souvenir while down there to remember the trip by...aside from the band, which we have already named Betsy. So tell me, what did you find in your adventures the day before or after surgery while down there?? any cool shops, art and crafts, pottery, guitars, or all the other wonderful things MX is known for? Give me some idea. I want to study up on what I might get before going up there.

One of my Slumber sisters (Melissa Kraut) is on Wife Swap tonight. She's swapping with a religious family, and they are supposed to exchange rolls. Do you think the religious woman is going to agree to have a Slumber Party? I can't wait to see it - I've been waiting for weeks!:kiss2:

Anyone have any experience using self-bronzers, or those new lotions that are supposed to add color gradually? I am such a pale girl this year. I'd like to have a little bit of color.

This is a test upload of my home. Trying to find the right size.

Anyone else on it?? I'm at: http://www.myspace.com/msbutterkup23

Okay I just have to vent this... am I the only one TOTALLY DISGUSTED by the commercials and the whole premise of this movie? Well, I don't really know the premise of it and don't intend to since I would never go see it, but as far as I can see from the commercials it's all about how funny a black guy dressed up as a big, fat woman is. WHAT IS SO FUNNY ABOUT THAT??!! I honestly feel like picketing. Or better yet, throwing egg salad at the people waiting in line. Why don't I see anyone in the media saying anything about this? Is it just me? Possibly I'm oversensitive and am the only one who feels this way. Am I???

In a Diabetes newsletter,on preventing Diabetes, and losing over hundred pound's. it was nice article,about how exercise and changing your eating habits helped me lose weight! I' try and send a copy. ps how is every one doing on there own weight loss? I hope you are meeting your goals. for the ladys and every one out there that has lost there band due to erosion or restriction I fell bad for you! hang in there. take care God bless! JOHNQ

Hello Friends~ How are you all?? Im doing GOOD! I have had such a good weekend! I took my son out to the movies....and we saw Hoodwinked~ He loved it. I am hoping to take him again this weekend coming, Curious George comes out on Friday. I also went to my girlfriends house for dinner. It was nice, but I am so not use to doing nothing!! She was cooking and her daughters had my son busy...I had nothing to do~ I guess thats what normal people call RELAXING. This word is typically not in my vocabulary...I picked it up on the streets~ I also went to the tattoo shop and got my belly button repierced~~ EEEEKE I love it. Its healing so good! I had it done just as I was ge…

Want to know what the moon looked like the day you were born, check this out: http://www.paulsadowski.com

The following breeds are now recognized by the AKC: Collie + Lhasa Apso = Collapso, a dog that folds up for easy transport Pointer + Setter = Poinsetter, a traditional Christmas pet Great Pyrenees + Dachshund = Pyradachs, a puzzling breed Pekingese + Lhasa Apso = Peekasso, an abstract dog Irish Water Spaniel + English Springer Spaniel = Irish Springer, a dog fresh and clean as a whistle Labrador Retriever + Curly Coated Retriever = Lab Coat Retriever, the choice of research scientists Newfoundland + Basset Hound = Newfound Asset Hound, a dog for financial advisors Terrier + Bulldog = Terribull, a dog that makes awful mista…

Yep, I admit I am cheap. :target: All you have to do is go to Degree's website and fill out the info for a free sample. They are available for both men and women. http://www.degreedeodorant.com/index.html

Here goes - Seems that my Husband and I have decided to call it quits after 2 children and 10 1/2 yrs of marriage. No it is not because I lost Wt but because of his family. We have gone rounds about the way my MIL was treating my children. For example my youngest (4) was and does call her Mommy - In order for him to get something from her she would have him call her Mommy or not get what ever he wanted. She would try this with my oldest but I would stress in front of her that this is your Grandma. To some it may sound petty but I cannot stand her so it makes it that much worse. She would not feed my children according to the food schedual meaning Breakfast, lunch or snack…

Well I just unpacked my Total Gym & am hooking up my dvd tonight. I am very excited to start using it & have 60 days to return for a refund less s/h if needed. I will let ya'll know how it goes - hopefully after tonight :0) It looks cool thats for sure:0)

My wife and I have considered this idea just for comedy sake and because it will be a good solid memorial. Every time you lose 25 pounds, buy a bag of dog food, cement, soil - whatever you like. Make sure its a 25 pound bag though. Then place it in a large and humerous stack in your garage. Every time you think "mmm chocolate" or "mmmm mc donalds". Walk into the garage and look at your "stack o' whatever". Then try and pick up your "Stack o' whatever". When you see those 2, 3, 4, 5 (and so on) 25 pound bags, I suspect your motivation will be... enhanced. Feel free to join us in our insanity!

Make sure you have your sound turned on and click the link below. http://www.mrcomputerservices.com/DancingHippo.htm This is freakin hilarious!

Hi ,can anyone help me I am in Dallas,Texas.I am looking for a doctor that takes Medicaid???.Does anyone know one?:bananajump:

I am SOOOOOOOO glad I wasn't able to eat like this!!! Can you imagine what a person who can EAT could do with this ability. Whoa baby!! Kinda gross but what a party trick!!! http://www.i-am-bored.com/bored_link.cfm?link_id=15552

Thank God It's Friday I am ready to get out of work and party!!!!!!!!!! Let me lose!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I'm gonna start this thread to post some funny stuff I have found. Feel free to add to it! We all need to laugh! It's good for you!

Well, its not actually hurricane proof, but it will do great IF we have any flooding. Not sure how our 2 cats will handle this transition. But I think the kids will enjoy it... I think! :nervous

This was too funny masoncoowhip.lbt.BMP

Am I the only psycho? Is anyone else afraid of the following: Fiding dead bugs inbetween toilet paper sheets when going potty. Lifting the lid to find a decapitated head staring at you.

UNDERWEAR IS IMPORTANT. Listen up! Sunday, October 30, 2005 If you don't laugh out loud at this one, call the morgue and reserve a tray, because you are dead. Always wear clean underwear in public, especially when working under your vehicle. From the Northwest Florida Daily News comes this story of a Crest View couple who drove their car to Wal-Mart, only to have their car break down in the parking lot. The man told his wife to carry on with the shopping while he fixed the car in the lot. The wife returned later to see a small group of people near the car. On closer inspection, she saw a pair of male legs protruding from under the chassis. Although the man…

25 Signs That You Have Grown Up Saturday, November 05, 2005 1. Your house plants are alive, and you can't smoke any of 'em. 2. Having sex in a twin bed is out of the question. 3. You keep more food than beer in the fridge. 4. 6:00 AM is when you get up, not when you go to bed. 5. You hear your favorite song on an elevator. 6. You watch the Weather Channel. 7. Your friends marry and divorce instead of "Hook Up" and "Break Up." 8. You go from 130 days of vacation time to 14. 9. Jeans and a sweater no longer qualify as "Dressed Up." 10. You're the one calling the police because those %&@# kids next door won't turn down the stereo…

Aussie Humor Sunday, November 13, 2005 The questions below about Australia, are from potential visitors. They were posted on an Australian tourism website and the answers are the actual responses by the website officials, who obviously have a sense of humor. Q: Does it ever get windy in Australia? I have never seen it rain on television. How do the plants grow? A: We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around watching them die. Q: Will I be able to see kangaroos in the street? (USA) A: Depends how much you've been drinking. Q: I want to walk from Perth to Sydney. Can I follow the railroad tracks? (Sweden) A: Sure, it's only 3000 m…

So the "NSV Photo Thread" got me thinking....and seeing porclndoll's HOOOOT boots got me...well...hot. Where does a gal with big calves get cha cha boots? I mean the super tall super slutty kind? I want boots that go up to the knee (or over) and in black...and impossibly high. Talk to me ladies!!! Where are you finding this good stuff??? And as payment, I'll share the place where I just bought cute sexy stuff for Valentine's Day. www.lovefifi.com They have great stuff AND in plus sizes. Their sizing runs true and they have such a wide variety of stuff from regular ol' bras and panties to full on costumes!! It's a great place, enjoy!! Now tell me where I c…

I'm damn proud of this trailer and have to eat my words. I was PISSED when he bought the piece of crap (that it used to be) home. It was just a white frame with no wheels, an ugly rusted eyesore in our yard. Look what he's done! He even bought the orange straps to match Shorty. Now we can store my Sportster in our garage on her pretty new trailer. He did all the welding with some help from other welder friends.