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Great article Jean as always! Yes we all cringe when we hear that lapband is the easy way out, but I cringe more at the newbies who seem to have bought into this notion. Losing weight is work, everything worthwhile is!

Ryan looks tough and you look fabulous! Keep up the good work!

Happy Labor Day Ladies!!!

It is called square clamshell... all the individual squares are 2" finished size in 7 x 7 squares per block and then the blocks are set "on point." It is a Kaffe Fassett pattern variation on an older pattern.

Sorry for the loss of milk! Have you tried the unsweetened almond milk? No dairy and lots of calcium!

Happy Weekend! Happy Labor Day!

BRB.... tonight or next July?

I thought Ms Maui was banned?

Janet... no one block wonder quilts with just one fabric. I would be interested to see yours when you do it! Dawn... novels are OK... I like to read... and read... and read.... LOL! Doreen... I always hated the start of a new school year and working out all the carpool stuff. I can be a stressful time. Carole... I will look for a good page to photo... I am not that creative in scrapbooks! Janet... lose the cane! So proud of your progress. Michele... send me a link for essential oils... or Janet you can! I found a recipe for homemade body scrub I would like to try out! Love you all! Played golf today and broke 100!

Pool party got cancelled, Disney scrapbook is done, but not fancy enough for pictures ladies. Doreen, so sorry to hear about your transportation woes on top of everything else that is going on. I hope Kaleb was not injured. It is too bad about your studies, but I understand priorities must be made. We will keep pushing you to go for it when the time is right. Carole... fall starting varies here from mid-September to early October, but leaves will likely not peak until late October. The rain usually means more color and less brown from drought. TIme will tell. Dawn, I hope you will begin to find a new routine for yourself, even if it involves packing up to move. We are all anxious to have you out of the ghetto! I hope things will quickly get better for Audrey, having her call and cry will not help our stress level at all! Take care of yourself! Michele, one set of studying done, and now the prep for the test. It is good you will be taking so soon after finishing your studies. What is new on the business front? Janet... ready for round two? What is the date again so I can send up my prayers for the surgery? Diane, keep the faith lady. We know life is not a bowl of cherries right now, but you will get through it somehow. You are stronger than you know. Eat right and give yourself breaks when you need them. How about Concord Mills in November? It is a longer drive for me, so I will need to stay overnight, shall I book a room with two beds? We could also do Ikea? Love to you all... now what shall be my next quilt project?

You need to check with your surgeon. They will tell you what you should be doing. It can be confusing at first, and they know that, so call away!

Congratulations to you both!

I start every morning with a warm drink. Wait an hour and then eat.

Janet, I have made quilts with both grands. The younger one seems more interested in sewing though. We bought her a small machine a couple years ago. Time will tell! Back to my Disney scrapbook. I don't know why it is taking so much time! I am ready to quilt!

Janet, grands live about 15 - 20 minutes away, not a bad trip at all.

Eat and learn. It's a ongoing journey. Happy you are OK now!

I have been through full body scans lots of times. No problems. I have more trouble with forgetting to take off my watch! LOL!

Thanks for sharing your experience.

Wow you doctor is strict after a fill, but it is a very safe approach. I don't drink a lot of coffee, but I did have tea after a fill. The warm liquids help to sooth the band area.

Keep up the good work. The port area will be the last to heal. My tummy makes whole concerts, even after 22 months. I love your positive attitude. You can do it and we are all your friends!

Hang in there... headaches can be caffeine withdrawal or dehydration. Make sure you are drinking enough hydrating fluids with your protein.

The mind is slow to get the message. We all have set backs. Right now I am at 22 months, and have just determined I am eating way to much, way to fast. Have an appointment for a fill coming up shortly. Listen to your body, and I agree with Missy, never eat until you feel full. Look for early signals. I get a sniffly nose, or tiny hiccup as I reach my limit. Good luck to you. You will get the hang of it. Remember we are all changing years of bad habits.

I have never seen shingles related to weight loss. Is it too late for you to have the Shingles Vaccine?

World Market and most grocery stores have them... apparently folks believe the only thing one can flavor is coffee. Also the Mio drops can add perk to a shake. Cherry, Orange, etc. Good luck searching.

Wonderful post! Sums up my feelings exactly, and yes, I know I sound terse and mean on occasion but that usually means that the post I am responding to scares me for the poster. It is a lifetime journey and not a quick fix. We are still learning.