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The fills are absolutely not a problem. My dr. doesn't use lidocaine because there's no need. I mean, you feel the needle prick, but I am a blood donor, and it's more like that than anything. No pain. I feel fine afterwards, just stay on liquids for 24 hours, and when you start eating, take it nice and especially slow. Good luck, Cindy

Betty, I gotcha on the early morning thing...I'm an early riser, too...usually fairly high energy, but just draggin' around these days. You must need some rest, so go ahead and take it! Patty, how incredibly wonderful to have some time in Disneyland all by yourself! I'm glad you were courageous and bought a small size...you'll get there! Eileen, hang in there, buddy! We'll get through these winter doldrums. Beanie, you will probably get to eat the carbs you really want, but it is funny. I was a total cereal addict, and now, I haven't had cereal in at least 5 months. And I don't care. Ice cream is my battle...I am pleased with myself if I make it 4 days in a row without it. It's a victory. I'm gonna pm you for a way to get in touch with you after your surgery. You have the totally right attitude and I know you'll weather the post-surgery days with your usual style and class! Anne, sorry about the cold. I hate those! Take your time and rest and take care of yourself! I appreciate the encouraging words re: problem drinking. I am very proud of DH. See you all tomorrow, hugs to all of you! Cindy

Happy Brithday to You! Have a great day, Jessiebear! Cindy

Eileen, sometimes I think we live in a parallel universe....you have trouble sleeping, I have trouble sleeping; you're in a funk, I'm in a funk...Maybe it's just that it's the end of Jan., we have the long month of Feb. with no real holidays to look forward to (by that I mean, "days off") and spring is still too far away. Sorry about your taskmaster...I hate living in anzxiety over one of them. The administration/counseling at our school is convinced the teachers are screw-ups, so even if you work your behind off, which most of us do all the time, there's still one little ping-pong ball that gets dropped, and they make a federal case out of it. URRRGGGH. I guess I should start my little count-down chain... Please forgive the short post...I have a big fat headache. Last night, I took a nice, long soak in the tub, and fell asleep! What's the deal? One thing I can look forward to is that next week, a couple of teachers and I, and the principal, are going to an alternative ed. conference in San Antonio...so it will be a break in the routine. Beanie, I hear you on the alcoholism and family problems...having experienced it in my own little world, I can say that the effects are long-lasting and it's very hard to make a stand and break the cycle. It was the hardest thing I've ever done, and best thing, too. To all, have a great day...Cindy

You are amazing! I'm thrilled for you! Cindy

Happy Birthday to You! You must so excited this year, knowing that you have won the good fight, and have so much to look forward to! Hugs, Cindy

I"m just now reading this thread, and am posting to let you know that if we do this again, I want ya'll to remember I live in North Texas...the 28th isn't going to work for me...have a Girl Scout thing, then my niece's baby shower...but I would love to meet you! Next time, then? Cindy

I'm typing with one hand because I'm on (apparently) terminal hold with Earthlink...we had a dial-up acct, and changed to a DSL (also with Earthlink through Sprint) sometime back in the summer...well, we are being charged for both of them...you'd think that would be seamless, same ISP and all....but NO! Urrrggggh. Beanie, you and Irene are babes! I'm glad you could get together! Zan, I understand your reluctance yo post pictures on the web...I have 2nd thoughts about that myself sometimes. It's a sad day when we have to worry about stuff like that, but we do. Patty, stay after them! You will get a date soon! I'm still on hold. Helloooo? Customer service?????? Ira, YEA! I'm so glad you found the life insurance you were looking for! Okay, I'm off hold and the problem is taken care of. Betty, have you said this before and I forgot? What kind of position are you looking for...I mean, with the job? Eileen, thanks for the good words about the alcoholism thing...yeah, my grandfathers both had the gene...my dad does okay, but definitely must have his beer...sister's DH is getting worse. I guess she can live with more than I'm willing to. I'm not throwing stones, because I am no angel myself, but my crazy days are long over. Growing up is not all that bad...Having DD really changed my point of view, that's for sure! No offense whatsoever intended to my friends who still enjoy their drinks! Can you even believe we have ANOTHER meeting this afternoon? OMG! Jane, stop this crazy thiiiiiiiing!!!!!!!!! Later, Cindy

Hugs and prayers, Mandy. Cindy

Fantastic, Margo! That's what it's all about! Cindy

Way to put yourself out there! You've probably just freed at least dozen people reading this thread; you look beautiful, and I LOVE that bright smile! Cindy

Jan 25, Wednesday B: Zone Perfect S: Zone Perfect L: Zone Perfect S: beef jerkey D: Zone Perfect Water: 40 oz vitamins/calcium: yes Cindy

Jan 25, Wednesday B:

I'm not sure if I should say GOOD! It's about time they figured out the problem, or I'M SORRY. For me, I'd be somewhat relieved that it was something that can be treated fairly successfully. Cortisol is related to insulin-resistance...so it makes a weird kind of sense. (((hug))) YOu'll get all the details, and hopefully this will open a door for you. I wish you the best, whatever the case, and whether you're asleep or not. Cindy

Acceptance. I was reading a book last night, and acceptance was the topic. It was in Simple Abundance...I am sorry, I forget the author's name right now. Sarah Van...something. The point is that in order for us to move on in our lives, we must accept where we are now. That IS our weight on the scale, this IS our messy house, this IS my unfulfilling job, etc. Very simple. HUGE IMPACT! That idea clicked and clicked and clicked. It works in regard to accepting the death of my mom. It works in relation to the mess in my house. It works when I think about my weight loss, and how I've been in stall mode since Christmas. There's nothing magic about it...it is all ME. The good news is that if it's all me, then I can change these things. I can't change that my mom is in heaven, but I can change how I accept it or not. I can't wiggle my nose and clean my house (wouldn't that be GREAT?!) but I can choose one spot to clean and organize, and move to the next one. I can't change my past behavior with food, but I can change my behavior today. As the writer recommends, breathe a big sigh, and accept. Now change. I just love that. I am grateful to wear my new size! I am grateful for the opportunity to learn patience each morning, as I "accept" the traffic. I am grateful for the seasons and the progression of life. To be continued...

Acceptance. I was reading a book last night, and acceptance was the topic. It was in Simple Abundance...I am sorry, I forget the author's name right now. Sarah Van...something. The point is that in order for us to move on in our lives, we must accept where we are now. That IS our weight on the scale, this IS our messy house, this IS my unfulfilling job, etc. Very simple. HUGE IMPACT! That idea clicked and clicked and clicked. It works in regard to accepting the death of my mom. It works in relation to the mess in my house. It works when I think about my weight loss, and how I've been in stall mode since Christmas. There's nothing magic about it...it is all ME. The good news is that if it's all me, then I can change these things. I can't change that my mom is in heaven, but I can change how I accept it or not. I can't wiggle my nose and clean my house (wouldn't that be GREAT?!) but I can choose one spot to clean and organize, and move to the next one. I can't change my past behavior with food, but I can change my behavior today. As the writer recommends, breathe a big sigh, and accept. Now change. I just love that. I am grateful to wear my new size! I am grateful for the opportunity to learn patience each morning, as I "accept" the traffic. I am grateful for the seasons and the progression of life. To be continued...

Somebody find them, please! They sound good, so if anyone's tried them, please post a review! Cindy

Always listen to Jack...that's some good advice right there, I don't care who you are! Good luck with everything, and vent anytime! Cindy

Jan 24 Tuesday B: Zone Perfect L: salad with turkey and boiled egg, nf french dressing D: Chinese, a mix of different things Water: 42 oz and counting Vitamins/calcium: yes Cindy

Jan 24 Tuesday B:

Betty, you have all the good news these days! Glad ot hear your interview went well today, but that waiting until February is a little extreme! I mean, that's over a month away! Good luck with all of it! Patty, no coddling! Good for you! ARe you getting excited as your date moves closer? It'll be here before you know it! Eileen...gotta love those meetings...I guess if there's not a meeting on the calendar, they won't have proof that they are doing something? It's that way in the ed. biz, for sure! Glad you are sleeping better...for me, I know exactly what it is, and I'm working on it...some delayed post-stress reaction from mom and grandma. I tell myself to put on my big girl panties and deal with it, but that lecture is not working. I do feel better lately, maybe it's the journal, maybe it's just time. My sis and I did have our little chat about her DH's drinking, and its effect on my DH (recovering alcoholic...almost 5 years! Yea!). It was good, and she understands. We will not let it get in the way of our good relationship, and she is going to talk to him to explain that we won't let our DD be in the car with him, or around him unsupervised (he says stuff he shouldn't say around an 8 year old girl). So, that worry is considerable lessened. Beanie, glad you had a good time, and I'm excited to see these pictures! Dianne, thanks for checking in and good luck with your choices...one day at a time, right? To everyone else, keep checking in! Cindy

Thanks for posting your NSV...I had never thought of it(leaving food on your plate) as a victory, but, I'm feeling really proud of myself right now! And you, too (not to grab your glory...) It really is the little things that make a difference! Good job! Cindy

You are doing so great, Jessiebear! I can relate to your experience with people saying you looked sick...that happened to me, too. Way to go! The change is fantastic! Cindy

I'll just jump on here to lend you my support for your position. I did express these same views on the celebrity threads, and didn't get much love for them there. I wondered why people were mad at Star for not telling, when they themselves didn't want to tell. I wondered why those of us who have had lapband surgery, and post here to discuss how difficult it STILL is, would ever think that the surgery is the easy way out? It just doesn't make sense to me. What I was trying to get to was the idea that it might be worth exploring those thoughts...perhaps these people DO feel like they cheated the system...maybe they are not giving themselves enough credit for taking their situations and getting some control over them? It seems like self-hate turned outward. If that is a problem, we should look it over pretty carefully...it might be part of the reason we are where we are. Please, know that I am not hating on anybody...just posting some ideas that interest me, and think they might be interesting to others in the interest of self-exploration. We might all be happier if we weren't expecting everything to be fair.

Good luck to all! Ask plenty of questions, and use the search feature to find out stuff you want to read about! Cindy