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Hi there to Canal Winchester. When we met in December we just had a roundtable discussion with each other since we'd never met. Introduced ourselves, what stage we are at in the process, what challenges we are having, how supportive or not family and friends are being, etc. This time it looks like we'll get to meet many more than we had in December when there was only 3 of us the first time -- someone has to go first!

And several ladies are talking about bringing their good usable clothes in sizes they've lost and no longer need to share with others who may be just getting to that stage. Since this is all informally organized, we'll just play it by ear.

Are you banded yet or checking into it? If banded, are you in the Barix, Mt. Carmel, Riverside or OSU programs?

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I just have to share this with you guys ... decided that maybe I needed to take a refresher course in some light cooking recipes ... this was from last Monday. It's not quite Fat Free .. since you would have the fat from the Parmessan cheese .. but it's darn tasty and pretty close to fat free. If you guys would like some of the other recipes from class, let me know and I'll share them on Saturday.

Fat-free Fettucine Alfredo

1 quart fat free half and half

1 T. minced garlic

salt & freshly ground pepper to taste

1 brick fat free cream cheese

1 T. basil pesto

1/2 c. parmesan cheese

In a blender, combine half n half and cream cheese. Pour into non-stick skillet. Add garlic and pesto and seasonings. Simmer until thickened. Add parmesan just before serving. Note: add shrimp, crab meat, chicken, peas, fresh mushrooms, steamed broccoli or whatever you like for a meal instead of a side dish. Store leftovers in airtight continer in frig.

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Hi there to Canal Winchester. When we met in December we just had a roundtable discussion with each other since we'd never met. Introduced ourselves, what stage we are at in the process, what challenges we are having, how supportive or not family and friends are being, etc. This time it looks like we'll get to meet many more than we had in December when there was only 3 of us the first time -- someone has to go first!

And several ladies are talking about bringing their good usable clothes in sizes they've lost and no longer need to share with others who may be just getting to that stage. Since this is all informally organized, we'll just play it by ear.

Are you banded yet or checking into it? If banded, are you in the Barix, Mt. Carmel, Riverside or OSU programs?

I was banded November 14th at Barix Clinics in groveport.

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Hi Great to meet someone else from canal. Let me know if you have any questions or need help. I'm willing to share my expirence so far. You might consider a membership at the Groveport rec center its awesome and it would be nice to have a banded workout buddy.

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We are members there! My kids take swim lessons and my hubby works out before work in the am...I just need to get started. A workout buddy sounds great! When do you work out? I am home with my kids during the week, and I work weekend nights, so I will be willing to make some time!

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We are members there! My kids take swim lessons and my hubby works out before work in the am...I just need to get started. A workout buddy sounds great! When do you work out? I am home with my kids during the week, and I work weekend nights, so I will be willing to make some time!

I also work out in the am usually after work. I happen to work 3rd shift. Im usually there anywhere between 5am and 8am. I probably have seen your husband there somewhere. lol Such a small world.

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He is an early bird. He usually gets there when it opens bc he has to be to work at 6:30! Way to early for me. I am so lucky that the kids don't wake up until after 8am!

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He is an early bird. He usually gets there when it opens bc he has to be to work at 6:30! Way to early for me. I am so lucky that the kids don't wake up until after 8am!

Wel I bet I have seen him then. I work in Groveport and get off at 5 am. I'm usually there about 5:15. lol

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oh babies! I love kitties! Did you see my avatar? That is my kitty cleaning his paw...the one he drinks out of! lol His name is Poopy. He is the baby of the family. He has two big brothers!

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