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Patty- I'm sorry your having a tough time. Hang in there we are here for ya. HUGS... Beanie-70's and cold just don't seem right to be in the same sentence. Hope your neck feels better soon. Those 2's will be here very soon! I can't wait to hear that! Anne-Good Luck with the gym. Curves is about 2 miles from here so it is pretty easy for me to go there. I do enjoy it but it sure is hard dragging my butt out the door a lot of times. Sherry-I wish I was smart like you! I'd love to do the splenda thing but I'm chicken! OK so Where is EILEEN? Has anyone heard anything I'm getting worried. Getting ready to take DD out for her 1st legal drink! It's 11:19 so I'd better get my shoes on. It's going to be fun she's so cute. DS is going with me he's been talking about it for the past 2 yrs.

Perhaps some of what is going on with you is your head. To be at goal can be scary I'm sure. I know being close to it can be scary. Listen to Jacks advice and hang tight you can do this. Just step away from the bad stuff it really isn't GOOD!

I agree with Jack! Also I sure watch a lot more of the food channel, exercise more and play pogo a lot. Drinking I don't do because of the calories although sometimes I'll have a vodka tonic, shopping, I now enjoy but the $ isn't there as much as I'd like to to so I won't even consider spending more than $30 on a sweater. Writting, I have begun to write more and that is a lot of fun, perhaps that will become my obsession.

Congrats! It sure is a wonderful feeling! You are doing terrific!

We have all made a major life changing desission to change ourselves for the better. We have to say good bye to our old way Your most likely going through mourning right now. I was talking to a friend this morning telling her the tough time I've been having lately and she said your going through a typw of mourning. That made sence to me before the banding and right after, but a year later? Well it does make sence and I think it will be an on and off thing for a very long time. Hang tight, write your feelings in a journal and come here for hugs....

Come stay at my house! We still get all the seasons but the winters aren't that hard! Not much snow if any. Common temp is 50's, although it is only 47 this morning! But by mid February my DH is usually mowing the lawn! Betty-Oh how horrible about your DB! I'm so sorry. Mary- what does EDI stand for? Kat-My DS turns 23 in February. Don't you wish you wrote more things down when they were little so you could remember those special times more? Your such a good GM! So glad DH is doing so well. I can't believe he is back to work already! Sorry about DD's infection. Do they still not know why this has happened? Does she feel ok? Is she in pain? Cindy-Sounds like Calgon time! Went to Curves this morning and got weighed and measured. If you count the weight I gained from the cruise I lost 5 pounds if you count the pre cruise weight I lost 2 pounds. So I'm saying 2 pounds. And then I lost 1 3/4 inches somewhere. I thought and feel like it should be more than that, but it's something and that's good. I now see the 180's in the not to distant future which makes me want to dance! I am trying a new thing at Curves. I'm trying to go at least 5 times a week and do there routine 3 of the days and the other days jog for 30 minutes.so we'll see if this helps with moving the scale a little faster. Eileen-We are ALL want to hear from you? How ya doing sweetie? Have a good day gang.

How exciting!!

Hi just wanted to pop in real fast and check on everyone. Eileen how did the Dr go today? My baby turns 21 on Wednesday..AHH I can't believe it. Time sure flies when your having fun. Have a good night.

I- HOP PEOPLE<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> It is 11:00 AM and I am sitting in an I Hop waiting for a business associate to meet me, she's late. As I sit here waiting and observing my surroundings I notice several things.<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> The majority of the people here at this time are in their 60's there are a few younger but not much younger, you can tell the difference because they have the tattoo's and request the smoking section. <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> As they open the door and walk to the restaurant they walk quickly standing tall with a little hop in there step. <o:p></o:p> Everyone requests a booth. I wonder why, is it because in a booth you feel as though the people surrounding you won't see how much you eat? Is it because you can?I always wanted to sit in a booth it made me feel better about my self maybe I wasn't THAT fat. You know if worst comes to worse you can sit straighter and rest your boobs on the table! You can be guaranteed that you will get sticky sitting in the booth. Even though you watch the waitress wipe off the table, somebody had poured to much syrup and the waitress missed that spot.<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> This meal has nothing to do with feeling comfortable in a booth or tasting a meal that is so good your going to go home and tell a friend they need to go there. It has everything to do with filling up the stomach with lots of greasy food. <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> There mouths are watering, is it going to be 3 eggs over easy side of 3 pancakes, hashbrowns, sausage links and toast? Or one of their other dishes, perhaps Swedish pancakes, blintzes, waffles, or an omelet? What ever it is it is going to be BIG, who cares if it tastes good, big is what counts to these folks this morning.<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> Back in High School I used to come here. Oh it was such a treat Joyce, David, Patty, Matt and a few others of us would cut school drive over to Wayne NJ and Hop into I-Hop I always ordered the exact same thing a waffle with blueberry commode whip cream and sausage links. Sometimes we would all go late at night. We always got a booth. I could fit very easily in the booth back them. As I sit here memories of those days come back and it was a very fun and enjoyable treat. We didn't go very after because it was quite a distance from where we lived. <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> I'm still waiting, she's not here yet. That's ok, I am truly enjoying sitting here reminiscing of the old days. Now some of the people are leaving. They are not standing as straight as they did when they walked in. There not even smiling, and they are kind of hunched over. You know that feeling, sticky fingers and I can't believe I ate the whole thing! I feel sick. <o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p> Well it has been a half an hour. I haven't eaten a thing and I feel sticky and full.<o:p></o:p> <o:p></o:p>

Karen, Thanks for all of that I was bulimic in HS and off and on for years after that. The 1st thing I did before speaking to anyone professional about the band was talking to another bulimic to ask her about years of recovery. I do not feel bulimic with the band. I fear that I could become bulimic if I was to ever not have the band. It has helped me with my desires to not purge. Eating disorders are very complex. I would not stress over worrying about if your bulimic or going to turn bulimic. Try to step back learn what your body can handle and enjoy the journey. food, scales and clothing sizes can put a big damper on your success.

Why fight about parenting! This is not the topic here is it! Start another thread for that who has time to waste reading that if your not interested... It makes sense what was said about the band being a good choice for bulimics. That makes perfect sense to me. When I was a teen I tried it on and off for several years. I don't see how you could do it very well with the band. I hope she does well and gets the help that she needs. She must be hurting quite a bit to go to this extreme.

Thanks for the info. I hope your friend will do well this morning. This all makes me determined to eat and drink even slower!

Hi gang gotta hit the road early this morning. Where is everyone? Are you guys sleeping? No posts last night? Hope your all good. Have a good day.

I carry my medical card with me that is from my Dr's office that says I have the adjustable band. Hopefully they would look in my wallet.

I literally threw my scale out the window! Numbers can put me in a very bad mood. It is so not worth it to me. I weigh once a week at curves. I usually skip TOM week though

Sherry-It was the beginning of September, around the 9th I think. Mandy-I know it's so hard..hugs..you will be with him again. Cindy-Congrat on the WL! That is great! Kat-I'm so glad Rick is doing so well and DD is holding up well also. I can't he's ready to go back to work in a week..wow..but your right he'll be at a computer and he won't be alone so that's good. Mary-I hope the betta is swimming happily for you when you get in this morning. Betty- I am confused! I get stuck..sometimes I get the foam thing...sometimes I "throw up, sortof" so what's what. Getting stuck seems to be cause I eat to fast, foam thing which I think is PB usually happens when I have some type of bready thing and the gagging combo thingy I think is with bread and perhaps red meat. Last night I had a couple of bites of carrots and then many 3 bites of the pot roast and bingo. I will keep track. Should I only do liquids today? I did a shake this morning and I'll see what's for lunch at the meeting I go to if I can get away with just soup then I will. I'm off to curves then running around all day.

I got a ring last Dec for my BD and it was a VERY tight 6 but DH and everyone else said wait a while before you get it resized..lol..not I will have to get it resized smaller not bigger! Yes all my shoe that I have are to big. I have slip on pretty shoes and I was out doing business last week and I had to climb a flight of stairs outside, they kept falling off on every step...lol...it is fun isn't it!

Well I don't quiet know how to take this! My GF who had the Y back in March is now fitting into a size 10. All of her 12's are to big. She is very petite so I knew it was coming, but...Tonight she gave me a some clothes...AHHH..I need them I told her to give them to me but AHHH...lol...I'm happy for her. She doesn't see it in herself at all..who does that sound like...lol...but she didn't take any pictures of her self before the surgery, she wouldn't listen to me! Irene-WOW your gonna make it girl!!! I know you are. I'm so excited for you! YOu sound happy and pumped up. That's great I'm cheering for you...GOOOOO BEANIEEE GO! Chrispy-I'm so glad your doing better. That must have been terrifying for you. Cindy-How was your Dr.s appointment today? Eileen-How's the back ust be in season! My GF and DH can't stand straight! Sherry, Mandy, Patty, Betty, Pat and everyone else hi! OH I made this wonderful crockpot meal tonight and had 3 bites then hhorrible PB my throat is sore. Question time, Is PBing 2 times a week way to much? Sometimes it's just stuck but at least once a week it comes up. Do I need to be conserned enough to tell the DR?

Hi gang, Thanks for all your hugs and encouragement! I am starting to feel better. Next Sunday is the anniversary. I haven't paid attention to the baseball games so I don't even know who's on first..lol... I've been home alone a lot lately. DH away kids in and out. Lucy, Sandy, Poose and I all hanging out together. I'm sure God is preparing me to be by myself more often, since kids will be off to college in a yr or so and DH travels so much. At least I have the girls..lol.. I'm reading a book written by Lysa TerKeurst called What Happens When Women Walk in Faith. It is really helping me right now, with food and everything else is life. I highly recommend it. Sherry-HI Kat- He's HOME! YAY that is amazing! I haven't been on since Thursday or Friday and I'm just catching up! I'm so happy for you guys! Prayers are amazing..GOD is amazing! Eileen-I hope your feeling better by now. Are you having fun poking DH! It's always good for them to get a poke once in a while!..lol... Pat-How are you doing? Patty-hi there, Chick flicks are GOOD! I sure hope your feeling better. Mandy-The puppy is so cute! I'm so sorry about your cat. It is so hard to watch them in the end days. He knows you love him. It's been 2 yrs since my Maggie(cocker mix) died. There are some days I look at her picture and tear up, but most of the time I look at her picture and I smile. BIG HUGS Cindy-That is so cute about the ice cream! LOL What a suck up..lol..smart kid! Those kids are going to miss you! Good luck with the sale. Veggestyle-The 20th of November is a great date! My Grandmother will be 98 that day she is flying to NC to celebrate her birthday with us. She is healthy and happy. So since the 20th is the first day of the rest of your life, your gonna have a good one! Mary-That's really something about your iron! How long did they say you needed to wait? Sorry about the car. I bet they will be great about taking care of it once they see the problem. DH loves his Sonata. When it's time for me to get a new car I think we'll get another one. GL. Chrispy-Wow that is scary about your port. Hang in there. I hope it's looking better and your taking lots of vitamin E and Echinacea!..hugs... Darcy-Hi GF! Betty-I hope you got to read the book and have some hot tea today. Thanks for the hugs! Well it's jammie time and maybe a cup of tea. Have a good night and feel good!

That is really scary! sorry this happened to you. I don't understand how it could be the band if it is the port that he can't find. Maybe you can get in sooner to see him. Whe I had my problem my dr saw me 2 days later to discuss what was going on. Call them and tell them that thye owe it to you to see him sooner. Good luck.

WOW now I really wish I didn't have that piece of cake tonight!

Hey if there are any Charlotte area people out there we are planning to get together this Saturday at Ruby Tuesdays by Arrowood @ 11:30. I believe there will be a pretty large crowd there. Hope you can come. Angie where are you? We are all worried about you. Loretta- Join me on Saturday pls.

Eileen-Be careful with that back of yours. Feel better. Betty-Thanks, I'm tired and having a tough emotion journey right at the moment. I'll get over it. DH is gone all this week and Saturday is the only day we will see each other this weekend. So I'm also bummed about that. Cindy- WOW you just helped me more than you can imagine! I know what's wrong with me..lol...well sort of....I always get real bummed this time of yr. My DD was VP of CBS special events. Mostly sports! He was in Boston when the Red Socks and Mets were in the world series and he died there. It will be 20 yrs on the 22nd of this month. I can't believe it will be 20 years! WOW Hang in there I know you miss her. It really doesn't go away it just goes in spells. Kat-I've been thinking and praying for you and Rick all night and day. Hugs Beanie-What's happening? Patty-You must feel good knowing that your fighting back. Everyone else HI Well I have to do some work around here and then get ready for our core group girls to come. DD is going out of town today so I'll have the girls alone. I think only one is coming though. Then tonight I'm going to a candle party woweee!!! I know I'll spend $ but maybe I can just get a bunch of Christmas presents taken care of.

I had to do it again. And it was no picinic the second time at all! But if I had to do it 3 more times I'd do it in a heart beat! And I was terrified both times.

Kat-I'm glad to hear that Rick is a more stable tonight. My head is aching for you and your family. Let Rick know that he has people all over the country praying hard for him and you. I will send Michele an email with my cell #. Are you verizon? My GF has been in the hospital with her parents for a while and txt messaging each other is really working out nice. I'm sending you ALL my love. We really are a family here aren't we. I know we have all been shedding tears for you Kat. Guys hi...I'm tuckered out I just can't do personals. I have recieved so much sad news from so many friends in the past days that I think I just need to sit back. It has been a sad week and tonight at chior practice we sang a song that was so perfect for my step grandmother that I sobbed through the whole thing. So I'm off to watch the Gilmore girls with DD. Hugs to all...night night.