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Welcome Kathy, I too was w/ men until I was 37. I think they call us "Late in Life Lesbians". I don't give a hoot what they call it...I am just glad I am living it. She has and is the best thing I've ever done. (That didn't quite sound right). Anyway, we are the gay bandsters! There are also some people on the California gay bandster thread...we really should all merge. Have a good day!

I quit 7 weeks before surgery. I used the patch and I am so glad I quit. This has been the best thing for me, besides the band. My best advise is to not have "just one". I quit last year, and I had "just one" that lasted for 13 months. Good luck, I KNOW HOW HARD IT IS TO QUIT. I had to quit to do good cardio in the gym. I couldn't get a good workout as a smoker, just gasping for air...not exercising my heart and lungs! Quiting during band time is a great opportunity to help yourself!

Hi Everyone! I am a banded teacher. I teach 6,7, and 8th grade ELD; I teach ESL at the local junior college; and in the fall, I will be teaching a Master's level Reading class for teachers getting their Master's! Whew! I am in bandster hell now, and so I can eat anything. I make and brink a protein shake everyday, and I drink that in front of the kids over 1st period. I eat 1/2 c. of cottage cheese about 10am during 3rd period...I just take a bite or two at a time. Lunch is quick, 30 min to eat and potty, aaahhh! That is tough. I have been bringing a great combo that has 0 sugars...1/4 c. veggie refried beans, 1/4 c. of shredded cheddar, and about 2 oz of chicken. I heat up for 45 sec or so, and yummmmm. It is a great, 0 sugars and fills me up. I had my surgery 4 days before spring break. That way I had 2 weeks off. This is a great thread! I look forward to hearing from others. I am in Palm Springs, CA.

Stevee, Real cute pix. You and your girlfriend look very happy! Eddie, you doing ok??? Let us know! Peace out

Huntress~ I feel your pain. We are on the same page, banded early April, first fill is May 30, and I've lost 23 pounds too!!! I can eat anything now, although I've stopped bread, pasta, rice, any/all fast food and any sodas. It is hard now, because I can eat as before. I try to make good choices, and small amounts, and I am pretty good during the day. I find I am snacking on these peanut butter pretzles (I know, I know) then drinking water, and then I feel soooooo full. I am looking forward to the fill, want to feel full quicker. Terry~ Your story scares the crap out of me. I am fearfull of having this experience out in public, and more importantly, alone (I am alone during the week). Was this your first bread? Are you still feeling the effects of the stuck bread? Sore? Now what? Mushies for a few days. I hope your feeling ok. Thanks so much for posting, you have no idea how the info helps us all! Have a good night Violets!

I love this thread, and I also pop into the GLBT thread under support. I am in Palm Springs! Anyone near by?

Hey all my GLBT family! Glad to see this thread is picking up! Eddie, how are you feeling today? Use the meds...pain interfers w/ healing! I love this thread too. I am part of the shrinkin' violets from 4-07 banding. The ladies there are cool and very accepting. But you are family:grouphug: I love this banana, he he! I am without my DP this weekend and am actually feeling depressed. I said this out loud this morning, "I want to go to bed and wake up on Monday". I will have to pop in here for support. Have a great weekend ladies and gents. I am in Palm Springs, CA (btw, and I am 39)

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Kat, Don't forget to take care of yourself during this time. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you some cyber hugs and energy!

i loves me some olives...almond stuffed or any gourmet olives...oh yeah!!

Judy~ Your so funny today. Your on a roll. Tracy~ I will just say this...follow your heart (someone else posted that earlier). You have a tough decision to make. But you now have Violet Power (it is kinda like a super power...nice visual, fat women in tights). Hang tough honey! Laura~ What an exciting time for you!!! I offer you this, enjoy the journey. Focus on the end result...all the other stuff will work itself out! TTFN

Julie~ I am TRYING to finish my dissertation:faint: :faint: . It is a LONG process. I've finished all my course work for my doctorate degree, and just have this left. I have chapters 1-3 done (each chapter is 90% done). It just takes forever! On Wed. nights, I have study group, and I popped over to LBT to catch up, lol. Enjoy your summer plans. It is hard to be away, but I figure it is our time to enjoy. She is going to try to relocate later this summer, and then she will live w/ me and commute 60 miles (1 way) each day. It is only for a year (retires next summer), so it won't be too bad. Have a great day! Any word from Eddie??

Judy~ LMAO...that cracked me up! Thanks. The kids are pair studying their spelling words, so I pop over here...and Judy makes a funny! My kids are asking, what's so funny? Thanks, that was a good belly laugh! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Thanks for all the giggles this morning! (This is TMI, but Judy and I wear the same panties, lol). The thought of Terry shooting Propel throught her nose is too funny...you people crack me up! Lunasa~ maybe your band is the baby you were thinking about when Baby 07 came to mind. I like the idea of you being the baby too, we all need to be babies, and take care of ourselves! "Rock a by bandsters, on the tree top..." (sometimes I crack myself up).:biggrin1: I survived yesterday! Actually, it was very fun, I had never been, so I was excited! This time of year, it is nice to get out of the classroom once in a while! The kids were great (most of them...there was this one, oh man, what a pill). The bus ride was terrible. Picture this, it is 100 degress yesterday, and the bus overheats. The only remedy is to TURN THE HEAT ON! OMG...not fun. I was sick and so tired when we got back. Then I had to wait an hour and 15 min for the kids to be picked up...I am getting old! Keep posting Violets, I need the giggles today just to stay awake! Love ya all!

Julie~ My partner is in the military and is stationed 113 miles from me. We've been together 2 1/2 years, and are very happy. We see each other EVERY weekend...it is work, but we decided long ago that it was important to make "us" a priority. But this weekend, will be one of the 6 we've had to miss in the last few years. She has drill this weekend, and I have homework...so we decided that we will be apart, then we are going to AZ next weekend for the holiday! So that is my story! I will pop back soon!

I would suggest getting a colon cleansing at a spa. They put water "up there" then suck it out. They massage your tummy and thighs and then your "pass" your toxins out! Very healthy, takes about 3-5 sessions, done at many spas, no pills. A bit costly, but VERY productive and successful. My partner did it, and cleared up her skin, and even lost about 10 pounds (she is fit, trim and healthy to begin with). Anyway, that is my 2 cents worth. Back to my homework!

I too am feeling fat and stalled. The scale says the same, I actually think I put on a few. Then yesterday, I wore a pair of pants, that like last week, have not seen the light of day since last year. They were tighter than the ones last week (but exact same style, just different color). Because they were tighter, I felt very fat. When I got home, after a long 12 hour fat day, I took 'em off, and found out they are a size 22!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I thought they were a tight 24, but no. I started this in 28/30's, so a 22 is amazing. I know I am not doing as well as I should w/ my diet now...eating normal, just smaller amounts...but something is happening. I have not had time to work out either. So, I second Terry, it takes patience. I like what Mini said, this is a 2 year process, anything before is just extra! My day today is going to be long again. I am taking 200 7th graders to Medieval Times in Buena Park. I am looking forward to it, it was my idea because I've always wanted to go. But being on the bus for 4+ hours (2 each way) w/ kids...AAAHH! What were we saying about patience??? Then I have study group tonight, until about 9pm...see why I can't find time to exercise, it is 5 am or nothing. :faint: Anyway Violets, have a great day! I will miss you (I usually check in at work). This is for the violet who posted that her fill hurt (sorry, i forgot your name) why did it hurt? I mean, was it the shot? The actual saline? Your tummy, muscles? If you see this please "fill" us in, there are many who are still waiting for this! Good luck Jennifer!!! We are behind you!

Hello Family! Just wanted to pop over here and say hello, and gl to Eddie this week. We will be waiting for your post op post. Yenken, travel safely and enjoy your "vacation". I won't see my partner until Memorial Weekend, I know how hard the distance can be. Julie~ You naughty natty...lol, glad you had a fun weekend!

Take a walk. I know it sounds crazy but exercise is very important and actually makes you feel less hungry. You can do this...You can do this...Drink water...sugar free pops...sf jello...!

I wanna lose weight too :youcandothis:

Denise~ Big Hug! Thank you, you have no idea how much what that meant to me. Everyone has been so wonderful, again thank you. Michelle~MMMM, my fav. Enjoy your pedi/mani! Spoil yourself. The liquid phase is not easy, but after all the crap I ate yesterday, I was thinking of returning to it for a few days. Have fun! Violets~ Have a great day! I swear I am eating about 1000 calories today. Another 12 work day, plus a meeting...no wonder I am too busy to work out :youcandothis:.

My opinion...this is not a good solution. Sure you'll lose weight, because your taking SPEED. Be very careful!

Lingere Baby...Lingere

This is right up my alley! I LOVES ME SOME MUSIC!!! Songs are hard, there are few songs I don't LOVE. Did anyone see the Oprah and Gail road trip? Gail had to sing every song, and Oprah was pissed. Well, I am Gail. I sing everything. For music lovers out there, get satelite radio, amazing. I am a Dead Head, and have seen them over 100 times?! I can't pick songs, but I will contribute w/ genres. Rock Classic Rock Country- Boot Scootin Country!! R & B Old School Classical Even some POP like Nickleback, Daughtery, Amy Winehouse Good thread, just too hard for me.