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Can't see your face. But you do need a shave. I am sure Tricia was not being rude by asking the question. She even stated so. And I am sure that Charlif didn't mean anything my singling out my face. Tricia does have pics available, as do I, in the before and after thread. Tricia is MUCH MUCH hotter than me. She has done such an amazing job!! I can only hope to be as successful as her. Charlif, my husband says you are right on all accounts except for the "good daughter" part. LOL Oh well. Can't win em all.

Cause the rest of me is not beautiful! LOL

what about a fill center usa fill? aren't they cheaper?

its ok, most guys respond that way.

did you stand there and stammer like and idiot or did you act suave and hit back?

ah shucks...

Keep in mind that you are going to find mostly bad stories here because people who are having dificulty are the ones that are searching out support groups. a majority of the people doing really well are not spending time on the board. Rest assured that the band is good, and theloss (while slower than other WLS) is safer than most wls.

mexican restaurants can give you refried beans, salad bars can give you cottage cheese, jello, yogurt, and buffets can give you soup and salad bar stuff and mashed potatoes. most restaurants have soup, and if you tell them that you need mainly the liquid part, and as few chunks as possible in the soup, you will do fine.

aaaaaaaaaahahahahahahahahaha those are good. a lot of ones i haven't heardbefore. fireman, love ya man, but get ridof that burn-out-my-retinas blue. lol

http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2886581/0~2376776~2374327~6002274~2382064?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2382064&P=4 this is a VERY flattering style for your shape, and the sleeves do a lot for the arms. http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2891658/0~2376776~2374327~6002274~2382064?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2382064&P=3 this is also very nice, and the color is very pretty another thing to keep in mind, you can do a halter top dress and go to the special occasion section of nordies and get a wrap to go around your arms. that way the halter top style that would be extremely flattering to your figure shows off what you want it to, and the wrap will camoflage your upper arms. this is also good for warm climates.

oh, yeah what is your basic shape? are you an apple? a pear? and hourglass? and what type of wedding is this? very formal? tea time wedding? garden wedding?

http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/2382064/0~2376776~2374327~6002274~2382064 Nordies really has some flattering dresses that you can try for the wedding. and if you order one and it doesn't look good you can return it to your local nordies with no fuss. I suggest checking them out. I used to work for Encore. I know how to fit people pretty well. What size are you, bra size, height and skin tone? I'll see if i can pick out a few that i know would look good on you.

should i be scared that telly thinks i am a bigger perv than her? lol

ThinMan, the postop diet is EXTREMELY important. The doctor would not put you on it if it wasn't. This isn't like the insurance companies trying to make you frustrated so that you will go away. Your stomach needs to heal. You have stitches holding your band in place, and they are not strong enough to do that and deal with the digestion of certain foods. who were you banded by? and why did they not tell you why you need to stay on this diet? If you just can't handle it you need to call your surgeon and tell them this. Let them know that this is really hard for you.

:welcomeB: :welcomeB: :welcomeB: ThinMan To the GFG club!! :cheer2: :yo: :yo: :yo: :cheer2: Why don't you tell us a little about your journey. We like to know where everyone has been, and what stage they are in. We are so glad you are here. We hope you find the same support that we all find here.

jenna i think flirting is an art, and I am a serious artist. LOL So is DH, but he doesn't realize most of the time that he is flirting. Woman love it when he flirts with them, and he is given numbers all the time. it totally shocks him. Or at least he says it does LOL Telly, LOL, Pervert is like a second language to me LOL Glad we have a spokeperson. We need some good press. hehehe

156 days till Christmas!!! :) :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat: :bananapartyhat:

jp where is a larger version of your av. i think i know of a twin for you

I STILL use the envelope method!! And it is so easy and nice. We have put away a ton of money into savings using this method and it is what paid for my band. This is a great idea. Also, if i find deals, and end up saving money here and there, I put that money away and every few months use it for something just for me.

Ok girl, I did this just after the kids were born and the car broke down. LOL here are thetips I learned. Suave makes great hair products (shampoo, hairspray and mousse) for really really cheap. Go with that. And learn some really natural hair looks that take very little product. It is healthier for your hair anyhow. As for makeup, got for a natural look that will be really quick to apply, and take very little cosmetics. Get a pressed powder. I love cover girl for powder and foundation when going cheap because they are oil free and do not mess with my skin. Get a subtle powder blush that you can apply on the apples of your cheeks, lightly on your forehead and down your nose, and over your eyelids. This will give you a touch of sun look, but will still look very natural. then get a basic mascara. Covergirl again makes some good cheap ones. This should last you 6 months. Do your lashes well, and you won't need eyeliner. finish off with a colored lip gloss that will keep your lips looking plump and pretty, and will make the skin nice and conditioned and soft. That all should take you about 3 minutes to apply, and is a total of 4 items. And drink Water water water. Nothing makes the skin look better than lots of water. You might even find that your skin looks so even and good that you do not need to do the powder or blush. your natural glow can show. Water will even out the tone, clean the pores, and soften the skin. All that makeup you wear is actually bad for the skin. So going with the lots of water, and the natural look will actually help heal your skin and make it even prettier than before. I know it is hard to eat cheap without going fast food and crummy calories. first and foremost, cutout what you don't need. booze, Desserts, unhealthy Snacks. Then, make up a menu of what you are going to eat each day. Breakfast, lunch dinner and 2 snacks. figure out waht you need for ingredients. Make a shopping list, and stick to it when you go to the store. Eat before you go to the store so you do not pick up cravings while you are there. Buy generics. They really do taste the same most of the time. Get some baby carrots and celery and fresh fruit and veggies for snacks. They are cheap, and healthy. Also, plan out dinners that you can make a lot of, and freeze portions of in the freezer. Making things in bulk will save pennies. Pasta sauce, chili, Soups, etc. Buy frozen chicken breasts. Boneless skinless chicken breasts are usually 9-12 per bag and cost about 9-14 dollars per bag, depending on the brand. Don't go for the individually wrapped. Costs more than it needs to. These will thaw easily, and can be cooked in so many ways, and are low fat and really great sources of Protein. You have a supervised diet you are following, so make sure you stick to that obviously. If they gave you a menu to follow see what you can make in bulk and then freeze protions of. During your non working time, see what you can do that costs nothing that will bring order to your life. Spend the next weekend going through your place doing some spring cleaning. get all of the clothes that you no longer wear into a bag, trinkets and furniture and everything that just doesn't get used or is no longer needed should be put into a box. simplify your life. If they are in good condition take them to a consignment shop to be sold. It will being in some cash for you. If they are a little more loved, take them to the salvation army so they can be loved further. While you are there check out the dvd's and tapes and see if there are any workout videos that are in good condition. pick up a few. it is good to have a variety of workouts to choose from. and see if they have any exercise equip. maybe a step system, or a thigh master, or something like that. any of these things will be very cheap to pick up, and can be done in the home, and will take up hours of your life getting you healthy without needing you to go out and spend money. also, on the weekend, find things to do that cost nothing to very litte, but give you a good workout. go on walks, clean your house, wash your car, walk around the mall and look at all the clothes that you look forward to wearing, buy a yearly membership to the zoo and go there every weekend. Things like this give you the activity you need, but for very little cost. I hope some of this helps. I know exactly what you are going through. Also, get a jar and put all your loose change in there. it adds up quickly, and comes in handy when you need a quick dollar or two. good luck hon!!! I've been there. Its hard when you are still a week away from payday and you have 15 bucks to get you through the week. but you will get through this.

something I realized last night, after indulging in a bit of frozen yogurt...today it does not matter what my calorie count was yesterday. I know I have known that before, but it REALLY hit me today. Cause I was mad at myself for what I did yesterday. Who cares if you got emotional. All of us will at some point. So what. just pick back up. you have done such an AWESOME job!! I can't wait till I have lost 100. I think it will be amazing!!

putting XXX brings Telly and I running to the thread like ducks to a duck call. its sad really. LOL are we wrong girl?

I don't know why but i read this the first time as "he said if I could get it in I could have it!!!" and I cracked up hard. whic is mean cause i am newly banded and laughing that hard sometimes hurts.

Anything contraversial gets tons of views and responses. keep in mind that those 6000 views are repeat views from people responding, and others reading what has been posted. It really is kind of an overblown number. Pardon any pun there.

it freezes great, just do not fast thaw it. instead, thaw it out in your fridge. that way it does not turn to total mush.