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Tracy, so let me get this straight?! He threatens you with divorce, then you go to your sisters, then he begs you to come home?? OMG!!!! But the blocking you in thing at the daycare would scare the shit out of me! Been there done that!! Being caged in like that just sends me over the top....I get like a crazed baboon if someone backs me into a corner or blocks my exit in any way!!

But hey, you're skinny now so who the hell cares about all that other stuff?! LOL!!! WOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!

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Ok guys.. I know this sounds really silly and boring, but can't we do Gruene and San Antonio again?? Are we looking for the adventure/location or the company?? I LOVED Gruene and I didn't get enough time to shop in San Antonio. And I'd promise to get in before the first day was over next time!!!! Just a thought..

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TracyinKS... Mad Props on your NSV!!! (I just learned those words!!) You've done sooo well. Now, keep yourself, Robbie and your happiness foremost in your mind. Big Hugs to you for what you're going through.

I'm off to a PMS luncheon. Catch ya all later this afternoon!!

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Late June works for me.. I don't think I'll be going if it's somewhere out west, I really can't muster the courage to fly that far by myself.

I'll just keep an ear out for what the plan turns into!

Going to go read Tracy's e-mail.

Denise, I saw you invited me to plaxo, I actually have an account through work, I don't know how to send invites, so I'm going to PM you my work e-mail so you can send me a friend invite.

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Tracy~ I am proud of you! You stay solid...Violets have resolve that most can't comprehend! ((hugs))

I like doing Gruene again...it was perfect, magical and more importantly in the middle. Just my 2 cents (Judy, it is like you read my mind).

Laura~ I'd love for you to come over and see me here! All violets are welcome...

Off to next appointment!

xoxoxox

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:D GRUENE...HELL YA!!

The 2nd annual VTT (Violet Toobin Trip!)

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This mean you'd join us again on the tubes Janie???

I wouldn't mind SA/Gruene again :D

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Oh yeah, my confessions. I need to keep being accountable, it helped me out.. I slacked and yesterday..wow. I was losing again and then yesterday I pigged out.. lunch I had 1/2 bowl of french onion soup... but then dinner, I made cheeseburger casserole (since Russell is back to low-carb) and I didn't like it.. it was beef, onion, cheese, and bacon.. I wanted to make creamed spinach or peas with it.. but Russell hates peas & spinach.. and I'm tired of green beans.. I hate eating low-carb, wish he'd just do low-calorie!! So.. hour later, I ate some ChickinNaBiskit (crackers I can't spell), an individual size bag of Funyuns, same with Cheetos.. then I had a bunch of whip cream.. and I like a hot chocolate every night (110c per serving) but I'm out of mix, so I looked up a recipe online and it's 300 calories!! Jeez.. it was good, but I'd prefer my normal mix.. so there's that, then some more whip cream with it. I ate another Funyun bag. Last night I felt like I was starving all night, I can only think to blame it on the fact I didn't eat a good meal with solids since I didn't like the casserole thing. I think I ate some other things in between, I was grazing all of last night. I'm afraid to weigh myself for a while. I need to get back on track!!!!

Today so far, just water!

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After last years stories from the rapid river...I'll just stick to spending money in town w/ Judy! Anywhere w/ a porch and a blender...I am there. Other than that, I have no opinion, 'cept Gruene would be great! OOOOO I feel a count down in our future!

I love my violets,

Oh yes I do,

I love my violets...ya'll know the rest!

xoxoxoxoxoox

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Gruene actually makes me more comfortable, I know I have to fly, but I remember how much it costs (so no surprises) and I get direct flights to & from..and the flights were only like 2 hours?

Don't be a party pooper Pam!! TOOBIN IS FUN. When I went down river backwards and busted my ass (which lasted a good month or so after the trip), I still can't wait to do it again!! If Kat can do it, you can do it. And if Jane says she's actually going to attempt it again, NO ONE has an excuse not to do it.. Judy..Pam :D

Tracy put on your mommy pants for the trip! :unsure:

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WooHOO, I LOVED GRUENE!! and we need more time in San Antonio too... We didnt even make it to the market!

Terry - that house looks amazing!! I would love to spend a week there, just relaxing. Maybe when I win the lotto, LOL.

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