TerriDoodle

I am asking Alex to get this situation resolved so that R&R posts are not listed on the home page as you encountered, StayTuned. It's not a good situation. Of all the things there are in the world to RANT about, is it really necessary (or satisfying?) to rant about each other? I just don't understand it.

Bobbie - anyone is welcome to join our Violets group anytime! Feel free to jump in if you like....or dare!

I understood you to say that anyone who has had elective surgery (such as the band) but has not yet done the proper research is demonstrating the "height of idiocy". So yes, there are particular people you are targeting, although you may not know their names. It is important to remember (even in R&R) that there are many who read our posts that we are unaware of and there is no useful purpose served by being disrespectful. Thanks for rephrasing your comments.

It's PERFECT!!! Y'know, we're gonna have to do the whole profile for her too. What was her stripper name again?? :wink2:

"Height of idiocy" is a tad harsh. Not all people have the same level of education or intelligence but that does not make them an "idiot". Calling anyone an idiot on LBT is against the rules. Yes, this may be R&R, but all of the rules still apply. Perhaps now would be a good time to review them.

If you JUST booked it, you may be able to get a refund. Call the airline real quick.

Sorry, I didn't realize you meant those who already have a band. You MUST excuse me. I killed about a zillion brain cells this past weekend with the Shrinking Violets (April 07 group) and I'm really, really tired. LOL

please clarify

I was under the impression that coming to a support board for some people might very well be PART OF THE RESEARCH PROCESS!? Correct me if I'm wrong.

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The real question is: Can we get a calendar?!! :thumbup: 12-Month Photo Calendar - Wal-Mart

This is a two-parter: -Get lots of rest before the next bandiversary bash and allow at LEAST 24 hours before returning to work after its conclusion. -Bring "Depends" undergarments because you will be peeing in your pants from laughing so hard.

Tracy - it was a very huge thing that you didn't smoke a cigarette. You have no reason to be disappointed in yourself!! It's just a few stupid pounds...don't let it define you! I, for one, am incredibly proud of you...so CHIN UP, girlfriend!!!

I FEEL at least 5# heavier. I was (and still am) soooooooo sleepy i actually forgot to get on the scale this morning. Really, I did!! Anyone else so tired they're falling face-first into their oatmeal? Pammy - Are you able to get water in today? Wow.... Kat. Cool, eh? Hope she's doing well. Is Rick instructed to call anyone??

Well, Kat -- I just have to say that i've been thinking of you ever since I left you on the steps of our hotel in SA. I am so excited for you and of course you have my prayers for a very successful surgery and extra-speedy recovery. You are going to look sooooooooooooooooooooooo awesome when this is all done. I just can't wait to see the pics. Girls, prepare yourself....when Kat is done with this she's gonna be about a size 4 and ready to kick ass and take names!! ((((((((KAT)))))))))))) Love you!!

((((((((yawn)))))))))))) ...until tomorrow

Ok, so if we plan a trip to Steamboat Springs for next year... can we be the Steamy Violets??? Well, I just got home, threw my stuff in the kitchen and bedroom, hopped in the shower and powered up the laptop. Hoping you all are travelling comfortably and will be home in your own beds soon. I just want to say a big huge THANK YOU to all of you for coming to Texas!! I hope you all enjoyed yourselves and the trip met with your expectations. I know it met and exceeded mine in so many ways and theres no way I can express adequately how much I enjoyed spending time, laughing and telling stories with each of you. You are all so very special (or speshul, as the case may be) in your own unique way. I feel like I have 10 new best friends and THAT is pretty damn (sorry, Judy) cool. Sooooo many great memories were made this weekend and I seriously can't remember when I laughed so much. Thank you all for that gift. XXXXXXXXXXXOOOOOOOOOOO G'night Vi's. I love you all!

Goodbye??!?!? Nooooooooooooooooooo!!!! :thumbup:

Wow....this is soooo cool!! I don't even have words. Pammy, dontcha worry about not doing the river... you do whatever you like, girlfriend. I was just sitting here worrying about what to do with my (electronic) keys and how to keep them dry, so you can be the keeper of the keys, ok? Not exactly sure how we'll coordinate meeting up with you at the end but we'll figure that out. It's 5:15 and I'm havin' a little java before I hit the shower. Gotta pack the ice chest w/ food and get my suitcase packed then I'm hittin' the road about 7:00. Let me just say that I appreciate all the effort you are putting out to get here, girls. Arranging sitters, putting up with cranky DH's, missing events, waking up uber-early to make flights, $money$, pushing thru illnesses, and much more. THANK YOU. What a gift this is!!! .....NOW....if we can just get everyone on the ground on time.....If that happens, I'll KNOW we are truly blessed!! (Now I know how a mother hen feels trying to keep all her chicks together!) Love you all!

I'm packing way too much. Too much food, too many shoes, and too many clothes. So stupid. I always do this. I think I'll go to bed. I wake up at 4:00a every day anyway (an hour before my alarm!)....so I think I'll wrap up my packing then. I wonder how Jenn's doing? I can only imagine!!

This is a huge, huge day!! I'm very happy for all of you! Hello?! Welcome to the 21st century!!! I think I'll pour mine on extra thick for ya'll!! ROFLMAO!!! :lol: Tracy's being polite......"northerners"!? :smile: I know what you really meant. :w00t:

Laura, the schedule and prices were a big consideration because IAH is a big hub, so more convenient. The other thing is that you prolly would have had to connect in Dallas or Houston anyway. Also, I guarantee that the 3 hours to Gruene will FLY by with ya'll yacking in the car.

Your band doctor told you to go to the ER and maybe one of the doctors could help?? Uh, what about HIM helping?? I don't know whether it's true or not, but I've heard here on LBT that surgery is required. I googled solvents for chewing gum and saw one that you could try: warm vinegar. Doesn't sound very pleasant, but better than surgery. Please let us know how you do.

I'll haul 'em back to Houston and donate them if need be. Not to worry. Yes, Haydee, I"ll bring the limes and limeade, etc. You just go to Spec's and that's it. Oh, I feel sooooooooooooo much better now!!!

The SAT airport has 2 terminals...and the logical place to meet is outside in an open area that is between the two. That's what the guy at the airport told me. That is also the spot where Tracy will be pulling up. Tracy, I will have gone before you, so call me if you get confused about where to go.....although airports are usually very well marked. Just look for "Arriving Flights / Passenger Cars".... something like that.