Rockin' Robyn

That would be soooo much fun!!

Hi Pat- It will be at 6 on the Plaza...just go to meltingpot.com and click on locations and the state of Missouri. It will give you the exact address. It's not too hard to find. I'm glad you can go! Angela...check into the pottery thing....those who want to can go play before dinner if they are open that day:p

Diane-I think that was one of the nicest things I have ever heard anyone say I used to think I was going to support group for that very reason....now it just seems that I/we have become an incredible irritation to certain someones. I used to really get a lot out of support groups and be remotivated when I left. Now, I am finding it too just be a big bummer when I leave there. Just sad...because I know Billie will probably be the only one who is saddened if we are not there anymore....and she wasn't even responsible for what happened last week.

Reservations made....the party is on for 6:00 on Sunday for 5 people. Sorry you can't make it Diane and Cynthia. If you for whatever reason change your minds just let me know

Hi Guys- As far as the 6th goes....let's try to solidify things a bit (there's my type A personality showing its ugly head:help: ) Let's shoot for melting pot at 6:00. I'll call tomorrow to try to make reservations....I have been putting it off, but I'm not too worried about a Sunday night being booked up. Angela, if you wanted to do the pottery thing before sometime that afternoon, I would be up for that too....but I'll leave that up to you:kiss2: . Need a head count for the reservations....I know Cynthia said she couldn't make it.....Holli is a yes, Jenn is a yes, and Angela. That's 4 so far...anyone else in?? The more the merrier! Speaking of....where is Holli, isn't she back by now?? I'm missing her;)

I have not exercised one bit until about 2 weeks ago (I'll be one year out this week). The weight loss over the last couple of months has come to a standstill, so now I am doing something to jumpstart it. I have to say though, this was my long-term plan all along. I just could not exercise due to the incredible pain on my joints. Even Water aerobics was too tough. Now I can exercise and enjoy it, plus it is giving me a boost in my weight loss/plateau...since my body hasn't been used to exercising all along. Sure I wish I could have maybe done it over the last year maybe for health reasons...but I'm not sorry or regretful in any way for NOT doing it while I was physically unable. Now I am enjoying it and becoming sort of addicted to it. Just my 2 cents:biggrin1:

Maybe for next month we could all attend the HL or the KC bandsters one all together?? Angela-I'm so happy your baby is home safe and sound;) We are actually going on vacation to Branson for a week with my in-laws in two weeks. I'm actually looking forward to it as I enjoy spending time with my father-in-law and his wife. We are paying for our own though. Diane...I like the out-law thing....I might have to steal that for my side of the family as well:biggrin1: Lost two more pounds....yay!!

Diane-Man...I wish I had in-laws that took me/us on trips....no such luck! Your DH is 40??? Are you a lot younger than him because there is no way you are even close to that;) Pat-That's interesting about the HSSH support group....I might try it too. Also thinking about the KC bandster one as Diane recommended. Cynthia-too bad I don't have cath lab experience...I would be your boss anyday I really miss management to an extent. Its so much nicer to have so much more free time now, but I do miss the people/problem solving aspects of it as well as the day to day challenges. My stress levels are WAY down though:biggrin1:

Great Job Paul....Haven't heard from you in a while...wondered how you were doing!! WOW:clap2: :clap2:

Pat-Nice to meet you last night! Diane-thanks for the pudding sample....it was actually pretty tasty. I'll have to eat my words on the cottage cheese thing;) Jenn-Good to see you again. Hope you have fun at the family reunion. Don't eat as many chocolate chips cookies as I did at mine!!! They were yummy, but not at all worth the weight I gained while I was there. Angela-So glad to hear your dog is making progress. Hopefully he will get to come home soon. I wanna hear all the details about the surgeon who contacted you....that is very bizarre, yet very cool at the same time. Did he find out about you from this web site? I'm jealous!! You know what, after last night and the "looks" we received.....I'm feeling a little rebelious this morning. Don't really care anymore....Life is too short. If others want to be unprofessional/immature about something so miniscule, then let them. I am going to choose to be happy and not worry about it anymore. So what?? They are entitled to their opinions, just as we are entitled to ours....right? By letting it affect what we post, we are allowing them to control us....it's way past the time in our lives for US to take control and stop allowing others to control what we say, think, or do:clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

Angela- I am sooo sorry to hear about your dog. Hopefully you will get some good news quickly and you will be able to make it. Dogs are the same as family members, and when they are ill, it is just like when you have child. Praying he will recover very quickly from whatever is causing the problem. See you guys later tonight

ELEEBANA2-We almost have the same bandiversary (mine is August 5th). I am 9 pounds away from my one year goal....WE CAN DO IT!! Congratulations on your incredible weight loss and welcome to the 100 pound club!!!:clap2: Wheetsin!!! OMG....you are getting so close (so fast). You're remotivating me. I'm always up for a good challenge. I have 9 left until goal and you have 8.....let's race!!!! We'll come up with a prize of some sort (coffee?) Love ya girl!

Holli- Definitely....although remember we're still getting together on the 6th too (that reminds me, I need to make reservations at Melting Pot). But I'm all for coffee/socializing. Only thing is I think my appointment is at 1....so I 'should' be out fairly early I would think since I am the first appt after lunch break. But if it takes a while, we could still do it.

The Astros game was a blast tonight, even though we lost.....How great it was to be able to fit in the seats. I think the greatest thing about this vacation is ALL of the NSV's I have realized that I never would have taken the time to savor, had we not been on vacation... I'll go through them sometime later...but it has been a true picker-upper! Cynthia- Sweetie.....I am SOOO sorry that you are having to go through this. All the more reason for you to hang out with us girl! You need hugs more than ever right now....but it is up to you;) . That totally stinks about the insurance companies. Any chance you would ever think about working for HCA, as their insurance covers lap-band procedures.....just a thought:cry Katt- Make sure and introduce yourself Thurs noc....I am so sorry to hear about the breast issues. I will pray that everything gets resolved and comes out okay with that. Can't wait to meet you on Thursday:biggrin1: To those of you that want to come on vacation with me....I know there are some plans on here for cruises etc .... maybe someday we can all go on a Hoehn Cruise :tea: Gotta sign off for now.... driving home tomorrow and need to get a good night sleep. Nighty Night:notagree

Sea-Wondering who you are?? :confused: Yep...I think the plan for now is that we are meeting at Panera as early as you can get there...4:45 to 5 ish BEFORE the meeting. Since that won't give us much time to chat, for those that want to we are then going to go somewhere after...possibly the Mexican restaurant right next door to Panera (depending on how late it is open). If not open late, we can make other plans.

Hi Guys- Can I just say I'm worn out!!!! Went to Galveston Beach yesterday...the kids had a blast swimming, squishing their toes in the sand. Then went to the Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Rated the #3 best waterpark in the world. Had a blast! Today we slept in until noon! I just finished working out for an hour. More family stuff this pm, with a Houston Astros game tonight. I'm kinda getting to the point now where I'm ready to come home. Holli-YIKES!! Quadruple booking???? That can't be true!! But it would make a lot of sense on the wait times. It's just too bad because like I have said before, even though we know and love him, I think it kinda makes for a bad first impression and I have even seen people get angry and walk out after waiting over an hour. I'll just bring something to do again for the wait...that seemed to help me a lot last time :confused: I haven't really brought this up before because it hasn't been an issue....but I think I have lost maybe a tiny bit more weight (don't know cause can't weigh;) ) I have noticed just in the last week that my abdominal skin is REALLY sagging and becoming much more pliable. Then the past two days, I have noticed I have started having some pretty severe lower back pain. Holli, I don't know how much tummy skin you have, but have you noticed anything like this yet?

Great Job Giveyouthemoon!!! Keep up the great work...I can't wait to get into Onederland too someday!! Inching our way towards the 100th member. Way to go bandsters!!!

Yah...it keeps the mounds of fat on my stomach 'real' too!! Yep...August 4th....just can't believe it!!! I am going to need a small fill at that time also. I'm kinda bumbed because for whatever reason I didn't get an official "before" picture taken pre-op. Thought maybe I would take one of my own to put in my chart for the comparison (hehe:heh: ). Can I just say that I feel like what I would think an alcoholic feels when they go through massive withdrawls..... I NEED A SCALE AND I NEED IT NOW!!! Angela, I don't see how you travel so much and don't get to weigh. I thought about finding a Bed Bath and Beyond around here just so I could go stand on their scales and see how I'm doing.....I'm sick and I need help!!!!:sick I weigh every morning to keep myself accountable...sometimes more than once per day!! HELP!!! I'm obsessing...I think I'm at least holding my own so far which is a huge accomplishment in comparison to the last vacation. Worked out again this am..30 mins on bike and 75 sit-ups. Just had a 100 cal pack for breakfast, 1 stick of cheese, 1 stick of beef jerky. Weird breakfast, I know. We are going out to this supposedly great mexican restaurant for lunch...where all of my uncles/cousins that I haven't seen in 10 years will be meeting us for a little gathering. Should be fun. I'll check in again later....not much planned for today (thankfully, getting worn out). In case your wondering why I am on the computer during vacation, it gets me away from the kids for about 10 mins, or right now I"m just passing time doing some laundry ...plus I miss you guys. Holli, I hope you are feeling much better....Be good though without that fill or I'm going to come slap you over the head with a wet noodle!! Talk to you guys later! Love, Robyn

Holli- GIRL!!!! WHAT IS GOING ON WITH YOU LATELY!!!! That is one of the weirdest things I have ever heard. Why did they take so much out....were you still in excruciating pain and unable to swallow saliva or something when you went in..... Was this the recommendation of Dr H to take out 5 cc, or the decision of the ER doc?? I'm so sorry!!! It's VERY late...longest day yet. Very fun filled, and productive....yet exhausting. Went to the NASA space center and the kids had a blast...I'll have to send you all some pictures when I get home... NSV today!! I actually bought an outfit at Old Navy!! Never done that before...and can I just say that regular sized people get much better deals on clothing:biggrin1: Quick report on food for the day: B: Nothing L: (late breakfast..shared a monstrous Texas sized breakfast platter with my hubby). Coffee, 1 over easy egg ....(I've found those go down better than scrambled now), 5 bites of hubby's country fried steak...YUMMY! S: Couple bites of Dippin' Dots D: Split entree with hubby again....about 6 bites of spin/art dip and chips, 2 bites of mashed potatoes, 4 oz (if that) of grilled steak. Hubby, kids, and I split a bananas foster dessert 4 ways (bananas have potassium and are good for you right?? ) Not too bad today, but not great either...No gym work out, but OMG soo much walking my feet hurt bad tonight!! Thanks Diane for the kind words! You are right....every day is a new start, and I just can't believe how much fun I am having compared to what it would have been like for me to come down here last year. I would have been miserable in the heat, aching, exhausted constantly with no energy to do anything. I"m having a blast with family/kids, and for that I need to be so incredibly thankful!!! Talk to you guys tomorrow. Nighty Night:notagree

Hang in there.....try visiting the "Who has lost 100 pounds" link. I truly believe the key to success with the band is RESTRICTION...RESTRICTION...RESTRICTION!! I know other bandsters who are very reluctant and even scared to get to the point where they can't eat their favorite foods anymore. However, it has been my experience that if I am properly restricted, the weight melts off. I have been all over the charts over the past year with multiple surgeries (resulting in unfills with every surgery) then struggling to get back to my sweet spot. Through all of those ups and downs in my fills, the one thing that I know in my heart is that I not only need my band, I need to to be functioning as it was designed...to be a restrictive tool and keep me from eating the large portions I have been used to. If you can achieve proper restriction, follow the bandster rules, and make the most of each and every day with your band...I am confident that you can and will be successful. Hang in there and good luck with your surgery!

Angela-You are doing so great!! I just can't say that enough. :kiss2:

Sounds like a plan .... Hi!!! Just got back from a fantastic day....Tonight we went to a Boardwalk area with yachts and lots of fun seafood places to eat, along with lots of carnival type rides along the boardwalk for the kids. I did pretty okay today....Woke up early to my brand new MP3 player not working...which bumbed me out...then went down to the workout room to find two EXTREMELY old men working out (literally huffing and moaning....kinda gross). I almost turned around and didn't work out...but I waited. Did 45 mins on the bike...then my 13 year old challenged me to do 100 sit-ups, which I did!!! Yikes...I'm sure I'll be feeling it tomorrow:( I also walked a ton today with all the site-seeing......... Here's the breakdown on food for the day: B: not much, couple bites of cereal L: ate at Souper/Salad..., had 1/4 cup tuna, about 1/2 cup tossed salad mixture. S#1: Small Carmel LIGHT Frappacinno from Starbucks S#2: handful of nuts D: CRASH AND BURN!!! We ate at an underwater aquarium restaurant...shared an appetizer of shrimp/crab dip, then DH and I shared a broiled seafood platter....that's not the bad part though. Then we ordered dessert....I had a whole piece of cheesecake (that has protein right??) Darn it....once again, good all day until the evening time I crash. It could have been much worse. Need a filllllllllllll NOWWWW:angry !!! Up to the room now to go to crash....going to the NASA space center tomorrow. Maybe I'll get to eat some freeze-dried space food...that can't have very many calories can it??

Hi Guys- I am on a little vacation right now, but just checked the postings and WOW...9 more members. We are getting sooo close to the 100th member of the 100 pound club. That will be totally awesome!! You guys are so great. Keep up the incredible weight loss. Wish I could spend more time on here..but will post more when I am home....Wheetsin and P'Nut...you are both soooo incredibly close. Talk to you guys again soon! Robyn

Okay Diane...I love ya ...but the cottage cheese talk has to stop:puke: I can't stand the stuff after I ate it so much during the mushy stage!! (I'm just kidding of course Diane:D ). How about those who can plan on meeting at Panera for either coffee/dinner....(your choice) at 5, then those who would like can also go to the Mexican place after support? Does anyone know the name of it by chance to check on the hours? I'm sure they are probably open until at least 9? Diane...funny you posted what you ate on here today. I'm feeling really guilty, I know...I know it is our vacation, but I swore I wouldn't let what happened to me 3 weeks ago on the family reunion trip happen again....by the way...I have taken the whole 16 pounds off that I put on YAY!:clap2: Okay so like it or not...I'm going to post the truth and nothing but the truth this week on what I am eating. I need a little extra accountability...part of the problem is that we are eating at these children's attractions that only have junk food. Even though I ate crappy as the day progressed, truthfully I would have given anything to have the "choice" to eat a salad. Anways...enough blabbing, here goes.....Did I mention I need a fill????? B: 1/2 bagel w/cream cheese, 2 bites scrambled eggs, coffee (free, but limited selection of breakfast items included in price of hotel stay) L: 1/3 of a foot long chili cheese dog (split with DH), about 4 Doritos S: 100 calorie pack S#2: :kiss Cold Stone Creamery...didn't order my own, but still had I would say about 6 bites of DH/kids ice cream D: Chinese Buffet..(you know I can't remember going to a buffet since I have been banded:) )....1 egg roll, 2 crab rangoon, 3 small california rolls, tried to each the General's Chicken...but up it came:bandit ....I know better than to do ANY chicken...So does dinner really count then??? I have always wondered that when you PB!! (LOL) S#3::think I know I know....but it's late, the kids are in bed, I'm in the hotel lobby on the computer, and ice cream was once again calling my name...so I stupidly had one of those Tollhouse cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches...they sell them in the Lobby..."only" 520 calories:omg: ...I could kick myself. I even made it through dinner without visiting the massive dessert buffet, then I go and do this to myself:angry Tomorrow is a new day right??? I'm gonna be good tomorrow, if no one minds I'm gonna post again tomorrow what I ate. Maybe that will help if I have to "tell on myself". I've come too far to go back now:confused:

What a great thread....I just broke down and got mine resized last week...since I'm an RN, I was washing my hands all the time at work and it was falling off..... my DH would have had a fit if I lost it, so I got it resized....I was very surprised, I went from a size 9 to a size 5! YAY!!