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LMAO u r too funny! I am glad u r here DeLarla... who else can make me giggle like you?

U need to find a new tax man tmarie. If he was a good tax guy he would know that the only thing that the form requires is an amount, surgeon name and contact # and that's it. You only need a receipt if they audit you. And the tax law CLEARLY states that obesity weight loss surgery IS included. he should have known that. Heck, I did. Get a new tax guy! Your surgery is definitely deductable. Sounds to me like your tax guy was just being nosey because there is no way he needed all the info he was asking you! And he knew that~!

Okay, gonna be a wierd question, but someone has to ask it.... what about oral gratifications? (and is there any issues for the bandsters on that one?)

I have done the spray tanning here in Arizona and it is called "mystic tans". Costs a heck of a lot and turned the bottom of my feet ORANGE and dingy looking! Plus, it left runs and streaks on the backs of my legs. (the staff told me I should buy a bottle of the spray for $49 and be able to "blend on my own time". Some of the tiny tiny girls I have seen do it have no problems but I think us biggie girls have a tougher time getting it wiped and blended as soon as the spray is over. As for me, I tried it 3 times. Nope, won't do it again. And I made sure I did all the spray tan precautions of exfolliation and no moisturizers, no purfume, etc. It was a mess on my clothes too, even though it is machine washable and comes off. I need a tan on my pastey pale tail too..... but my older sister used a tanning bed for years and although she looked great in her 30's she looks like a piece of luggage in her 40's. I am going to do the Neutragena rub in tan this year. Gl in your research! Let me know what you find out there as options!

Hey, I told the truth AT THE TIME of my drivers license but I lied about being blonde. Does that count? lol

So canned tuna... but does anyone have problems with canned chicken? Is this an option for a change from canned tuna to canned chicken?

I have gotten A LOT of private message (about 15 emails and pm's!!!) suggestions as well (guess they don't want to post here?) and thought I would share them with you all. I think some of them are quite creative and "free". Since self paying for this surgery I definitely need some creative and FREE things to do. Some of them were REALLY creative and I thank everyone that messaged me their suggestions!!! These are other peoples suggestions, but since they PM'd me I guess they don't want their identity revealed? So all of these suggestions I guess are anonymous, but they sound GREAT!!! And now to share their creativity with all of you....... 1. Walk the dogs. (and if you don't have one, ask your neighbor if you can walk theirs!) 2. Park your car in the farthest available spot. Not only do you get the exercise walking into the store/mall/whatever but your car won't ever get dinged. (this one is my favorite!) 3. If you have stairs in your house, climb them! Up down up down! (the person that messaged me said that when she does laundry, she puts a load of clothes at the top of the stairs, then has allowed herself to take ONE piece down at a time, therefore having to do the "stairmaster" while getting house chores done, she says it is fun and makes a game of it and the break from the bottom of the stairs to the washer allows her to "break" and get her breath back) 4. Mow the lawn(great for legs/arms), pick weeds (good for legs but don't use your back!), gardening (great for upper arms) 5. Wax the car (great for arms/back/shoulders) Wax on.... wax off... 6. Mall walking (it is free, comfy and lots to see... and I guess there are actual mall walker clubs you can join!) 7. Hiking in woodland trails, nature trails or mountains (each city or area should have maps, check with the visitor center) 8. Bicyling 9. Pilates at Home 10. Using a chair for lifts/dips/pushups 11. Play mind games... for example, you tell yourself that the mailbox at your driveway but you are not "allowed" to get to it except by approaching from one side or the other therefore you must walk around the block to get to it. (yeah, this one seems a bit strange to me too but hey, if it works, I appreciated the suggestion!) 12. Jumprope 13. Fly fishing (I was like whaaaaaaaa? when I first saw this but then they explained all of the upper body strength it needed and I was like, oh.) 14. Sweep the sidewalk/driveway. (It gets you moving and uses upper body for the sweeping motion as well as cleans off your driveway! Once you are done, you are wanting to do more!) 15. Go to Vegas baby! Walk the strip and people watch!!! (woo hoo, I like this idea) 16. Never take the elevator, use the stairs! No matter how high, tell yourself you are not to take the elevator. (this person also said he uses this with money: tells himself he is never allowed to buy or pay with change, therefore spends $2.00 when something is $1.10 and gets .90 in change, then pockets it in a change jar and has booookooooo bucks at the end of the year and buys himself something he wouldn't normally have spent the money on!) 17. Visit the botanical gardens/nature centers/zoos etc.... 18. Vacation while you exercise!! Pick places like the Grand Canyon and hike down. (this one didn't exactly sound free to me though lol ) 19. Stand or walk in place while watching TV. 20. Volunteer. It may not be all out exercise but you get out and get moving just by volunteering and you do something for others. Habitat for Humanity is one volunteer organization that will really exercise you while doing something great for other people in need! (i love this idea too!) OKAY... well that's all I have for now. All were GREAT suggestions. And thanks to all of the "lurkers" that sent me a message or emailed me their suggestions. Your secret is safe with me!!! Have a great day everyone! Jen ( 25 more days till lap band land begins!!! ) "Chubby girls don't skinny dip, we CHUNKY DUNK!!"

Or.... just create a new account?

So did he get fired delarla? don't leave us hangin for an ending lol

((sigh)) should I tell another milk dud story? Nah, I think u all can figure it out.

Well you go girl! And merry meet!

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh, I think it was something like 70 degrees here today. Been kinda wet all week with some rain, but is refreshingly cool. Then the sun comes out and all smells so clean. The sun warms the ground and the flowers start to really emit a fragant aroma. The sunsets are beautiful too. Ahhhhhhhhh, I love Arizona! (hey, don't blame me, I moved the he** out of Illinois!) Sorry all, I love to rub it in!

GOOD LUCK SAMMEE!!!!!!!! I will summon the Chubbie Gods to keep watch over you! Here's hoping for a speedy and quick recovery from post op!!!!

Hello all... was just wanting to know what steps you took toward exercising. How did you start off? What was your first "activity" in exercise. I am assuming that we aren't just supposed to run out and get a gym membership so does anyone have any suggestions. And please don't tell me Curves gym. Ug I don't like them, they have been fired. I am particualarly interested in how you rejoined the world of exercise. Also, some options for "free" exercise (i.e. ones that don't cost money to do). Be creative!!!! Thanks.

Okay kids... don't make me pull this car over.....

My niece (age 6) was playing with her friend in the playroom and I went to the bathroom (which is next to the playroom) and I hear.... "How come your aunt is so big but my mom is so skinny?" I was horrified! But a smile was brought to my face when my niece replied, "She isn't big, she's just a bit fluffy." ROFLMAO @ fluffy I know I really shouldn't think it is funny but I thought it was much better than being called fat by a 6 year olds. Was actually refreshing.

I say send one back asking to donate to your lap band fund, see if they donate to you. Tell them you will match their donation. I bet they don't write again.

Why do I have to wear a swim suit? (kidding) "big girls don't skinny dip, we chunky dunk!"

I thought that the US rarely approves any kind of wls for anyone under 18 or over 60? Is this a myth?

ugh... that would mean I am Sparkhound Lekowil? That's no stripper name. I would call myself something funny, like ....... Alotta Boobs!

gimme 2 years, i will have one for ya... call me a long term investment! money transfers can be wired to Bank of The Needingtheband, my name is Princess N. Pea... thanks for any and all contributions to my investment fund.

I am not banded yet (March 24) but I am a planner so I have been gathering a list from everyone I come in contact with and I will share it with you... So far, I heard some good things to bring/pack/do/tips/advice though..... carmex/chapstick, a bra with no underwire, a portable heating pad, robe, comfy slippers, crossword/game/puzzlebook, shave your legs before surgery day as you may not feel like bending over for a bit, take plenty of small bills for tipping, slip on shoes for the ride/flight home, have a wheelchair arranged for on the way home with the airlines (this can be done at the baggage check in or ahead of time), very loose and cool light clothing, your favorite pillow/stuffed animal, your "fat" picture to remind you of why you are doing this, small picture book of family/friends, have your friends/family call you as cell phones work intermittently, digital camera and journal (document it! even if you feel icky, you will be glad you did), leave valuable jewelry at HOME, in self pay make sure the check is not a personal one but a US cashiers check from a bank, ALL of the things that Shell suggested (tylenol, gasx chewables/mycolin drops, comfy clothes, hubby snacks) Hope this helps for anyone..... (I am a bit of an over achiever I think when it comes to planning) Anyone else want to expand on the list so far? please doooooo!

THEY DO!!! www.surgeryloans.com (888-405-8140) or www.apfusa.com (800-316-7564) I was approved for a loan at the first place but they wanted 11% interest and my mom loaned me the money at 9% with no pre payment penalties or late fees!!!! I love mommy!

LMAO, okay, I feel better. I told my husband about my question and he said about the same thing... what do they need to look down there for? I kiddingly said, well my doc is very handsome. Without skipping a beat he retorted, "well I hope he buys you breakfast in the morning like I did". ha ha ha ha... too funny! I love my hubbie!

Rainbow Bridge Poem Another Version Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, they go to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who have been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart. Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together. Author unknown