TracyK

Good morning Violets-Happy Friday!! We are going out of town this weekend to visit friends & family. Everyone have a great & safe weekend... Pamela-that sounds like a great little get-away. I want to go there too one day.

Pamela-what a cute dog....you're right, keep him away from the rott otherwise the cute little dog will be a snack for him!!

Thanks for the info!!! I will give it a try. I like to see what people are trying and that looks like a winner:clap2:

VioletS-I have loved this poem (or whatever it is) for a long time and it means a great deal to me. Hopefully some of you will like it too...I have it hanging different places in my house.... FACE IT: Nobody owes you a living. What you achieve or fail to achieve in your lifetime is directly related to what you do or fail to do. No one chooses his parents or childhood, but you can choose your own direction. Everyone has problems and obstacles to overcome, but that too is relative to each individual. NOTHING IS CARVED IN STONE... You can change anything in your life if you want to badly enough. Excuses are for losers. Those who take responsibility for their actions are the real winners in life. Winners meet lifes challenges head on knowing there are no guarantees, and give it all they've got. And never think its too late or too early to begin. Time plays no favorites and will pass whether you act or not. TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE. Dare to dream and take risks... Compete If you aren't willing to work for your goals, don't expect others to. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

Good morning Violets... This my not be a big deal to you all but this morning I finally had a BM on my own....I was so excited I did a happy dance in the bathroom!! I had not had one since Saturday and that was only because I had taken a strong laxative. I seriously feel like a new person! Hopefully this is a new trend for me!! Everyone have a great day!!

Good afternoon (evening, whatever) Violets! Welcome Amanda...I also second what Pamela said...this is a special place Haydee-welcome back to hot humid Houston. UGH...it is horrible here. I hate summers in Texas, which by the way, seem to last all flippin year!! Judy....38 years with the same man...you are my hero congrats! Michelle-we share our successes and failures together. I am sure that by now you know that. Don't be blue...everything is going to come up roses (or should I say Violets?) Pamela-have you made any decisions on the vacation yet? Everyone have a great evening!

Terri...what a gorgeous pic! You look wonderful! Good morning Violets....have a great day! I owe, I owe, its off to work i go......

Denise, Every once in a blue moon do I have an ache where my port is....feels more like a muscle ache to me too, but mine never hurted as much as yours seem to. Sorry about your pain!! Pamela-wow...where would I go...hmmmm...I have always wanted to go to Jamaica...but if price was no object it would be FIJI :scales: and congrats big time on all the workouts. You have every right to be very proud of yourself. YAY YOU!! Jenn-you are on your way to a brand new you in more ways than one...emotionally and physically. You are going to be great...hang in there girl :scalesno: Well, I finally called today and made my appt for my 2nd fill. I am having it done on Tuesday, and it won't get here soon enough for me!! Tomorrow at work they are having a BBQ...wish me luck!!

<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Jen-I hate to hear that you are going through a tough time. Seems like I was in the same spot as you are at one time in my life. Let me tell you something...once the pain is gone, you are going to be GREAT!! It is such a wonderful feeling after all the pain to be able to feel 100% in control of your life and know that life is getting better and better each day. After my ordeal, I was happier than I had ever been...and I am sure you will be too. I know that you are hurting, but you are on the brink of suh wonderful things to come that I can't help but be excited for you!! Take care and know that all of us Violets are here for you!!<img src="http://www.LapBandTalk.com/images/smilies/girl_hug.gif" border="0" alt="" title="Girl Hug" smilieid="152" class="inlineimg" /></p> <p>PS...I was 225 again this morning too!</p> <p> </p> <p>PSS...I realized that my ex's problems weren't my problems anymore and I had to love myself more and get out...it took 4 years for me to realize it, but I had to love me. If I didn't take care of me, who would? Best of luck to you! Everyone have a great day!!!</p> <p></p>

It is great to hear that everyone is doing well. Take care everyone and here's to continued success

Its not just you Jenn....so since we both had problems, must be the website? Things are really screwy...who knows....maybe this post will not even show. Sorry for the double posts everyone...I am truly not trying to be a thread hog

Jenn-We are in the same boat again....the fiber sure is not working for me either...it only gives me stomach cramps and thats it. I have gained 2 pounds and I know its because I am "full of it" again. I took ex-lax last night so I know today will be rough, but at least I will be rid of it. Having a BM once a week at best is not cutting it for me. If I drink prune juice I wil throw up...i did not know what else to do. I hope you problem gets flushed soon too!!

Jenn- we are in the same boat again....the fiber sure is not working for me either and I have gained 2 pounds from being "full of it" again. Last night I went ahead and took ex-lax....I did not feel I had a choice. A BM once a week is not cutting it for me and I refuse to drink prune juice, I will throw up.

Laura-you look great! What an inspiration those pics are! You are such a beautiful girl and are going to make a gorgeous, elegant looking bride!! You can definitely see a difference in your tummy & legs. YAY you!!!:clap2:

Laura-You look great!! What an inspiration that is!! You are such a beautiful girl...you are going to make a elegant beautiful bride...I really mean that! I tell you what, all that weight loss is in the best places, your tummy and your legs!!! You go girl, I am SO happy for you!:clap2:

LOL TracyK.. if only it was that easy huh? Yeah....its gonna be a joke. I am just hoping that people aren't whispering "I wish she would get that kid outta here" LOL If we have to leave early people will probably cheer:clap2:

<p>mdrai-sorry about your weight gain..I know it has to suck...but, it will sart going down again, so chin up!!</p> <p> </p> <p>Tracy-any special plans for your vacation? Don't forget what Terri said about having liquids & mushies after your PB episode! I did not know about that until she mentioned it to me.</p> <p> </p> <p>Laura-did you call the dr about the pain in your band from lifting that heavy bag (shame shame shame)</p> <p> </p> <p>adorable-what a great attitude to have! you are right, tomorrow is a brand new day!!</p> <p> </p> <p>Well, for fathers day my husband and I are planning on taking all three kids (12, 7 and 3) to Minute Maid Park to watch their first Astros game in person. They have never been to the ballpark so they are so excited! my 3 year old should be OK as long as the food and money doesn't run out. I have already told my DH to only expect 4 or 5 innings out of the 3 year old....have I lost my mind buying those tickets or what? Well, I will never know how she does unless we bring her, so keep your fingers crossed. The past couple of games we watched on TV I have told her "see all the people sitting down in the seats? We have to stay in our seats too or the people will make us leave, and we don't wanna leave, do we?" "no ma'am" she says. </p> <p>Thank God it is dollar sundae day....Iwish it would have been dollar hotdog day too, but can't win 'em all!!</p> <p>I will check in later...til then, take care!!</p>

TGIF!!! Good morning Violets! I hope everyone has a super-duper day!! Welcome to the "new Jen". That makes 3 or 4 now, right? The Tracys are outnumbered now...lol Take care everyone!

Theresa, that is awesome....I am so happy for you! Well done!!

She was put in originally because of who she is, let out because of who she is and sent back because of who she is...

Right, but, none of it would even be an issue if she was a nobody....

If the sherriff had sent home a "nobody" to serve out the rest of their jail sentence, the judge would probably have cared less. BUT, since people like Al Not-So-Sharpton exist, the judge felt pressured to do something. He sent her back to jail not because of what she did, but because of who she is....and to me, that is the part that is unfair. I do not condone DWI, but lets face it...the reality of it is that she was returned to jail because she is Paris Hilton.

Wow! So much to catch up from just this morning!! Chatty bunch of folks in here...I love it! Terri-Happy b-day violet sister...have a great day tomorrow with your friends and congrats on the scale movement! Tracy-I am scared to death to get a perm...you have more guts than I do. Even with a loose perm I end up looking like a cabbage patch doll...can't wait to see the pic! I am glad that you are happy with it! Jenn-prayers are coming your way about the job...good luck! mdrai-make sure to put on your list to get enough fiber...stay regular on your BMs...very important, for me anyway!! Judy-have a great time seeing your friends again and congrats on your weight loss too!! Pam-I do not think there are any rules about "PWI" (posting while intoxicated) So, the chiro popped me but I am still in agony. I go back Friday, but it won't be soon enough for me!! Everyone have a great evening and I will check back later!!