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Just stopping in to see who is up early this morning! Good morning, Eileen! DH has gone to some sales, DD is sleeping, and I'm goofing off before I start getting our stuff packed for our little weekend trip. My sis and I are having so much fun planning this...my dad is a little uncomfortable with us paying for everything, but I just keep telling him not to mess up our plans! He can pay for something else (and he always does!) We think it's great fun, and love to do it. My DD bought a cute little purse to take shopping this weekend...she'll freak out when she finds out she has a little $$ to spend! For those of you with kids...or those who just like family movies...we watch Dreamer the other night. So good! Makes we want to own a horse! Ha! Everyone have a good Friday! Cindy

I go through this same debate with myself. It's obvious from my sig. that I have not had a fill since Nov, and that I only have .7 cc in my band. I definitely can eat more than 4 oz...and like you describe, I get the gofball if I eat too fast or take too big of bites. Basically, I just decided to take it easy and slow, in the hopes of keeping my band and avoiding erosion problems. I also have a niece who is too tight, and she is having problems. I may get a little fill at the end of the summer, but for now, I am still losing at what I consider a nice pace, maybe 3-4 pounds a month (but not steady, kinda in spurts) and I'm happy. It's a personal choice, I think. Good luck with your choice! Cindy

Happy June! Kat, you and Dh are still in my prayers. On the fill, my 2 cents...stress really does affect what I can eat, probably because if I'm stressed I eat too fast, and too big of bites. I can eat out just fine, though...there will always be soup, where ever you eat...but you just do what you think you can handle. It will all work out eventually. The band is still there, and it will wait for you. Diane...you go, girl! 201 is soooo awesome! I'm looking so forward to getting there. I'm so happy for you! Betty, I bet you are doing the happy dance for the Mavs tonight! The next game is Sat. night, and we'll be at the Gaylord Texan, so guess I better see if they make reservations at the sports bar there...huh? My DD and I might swim, but my sis, BIL and dad will definitely want to hang out and watch the game. Darcy, hang in there. I've been there, and it's tough. Pat, what's up? Eileen, Beanie, Mary, Patty, and all the rest of you wonderful people, hope you have enjoyed the first day of June! Hugs, Cindy

Happy Memorial Day, and thank a service man or woman for their sacrifice! I am back from Kansas...we just worked puzzles and chatted like normal. Until 5 minutes before we were leaving...then my aunt put some paperwork under my sister's nose, showed her the "fine print" that said she had right of survivorship on the checking account, etc., but sis did good and only said "okay." We are not allowed to discuss the estate with her, those are the rules per our attorney. Besides, Mr. Lawyer asked for records on a bunch of accounts, not just that one. Anywho, we decorated grandma's grave, went to church to represent the family when my grandma's and mom's names were called out (oh, where was dear auntie? not there...) and we did it all without cracking. Now, we'll follow through on making sure grandma's wishes are carried out. Betty, how 'bout those Mavs? The game was a welcome distraction last night! Donna, I am proud of you for being strong and not bailing out your DS. You probably helped him more by doing that than anything else, as you know. I am sorry he is suffering, but I know it is necessary in order for him to get well. I am really sorry you are having to go through this. Pat, fantastic garden and yard! I love the pictures, and the little flower cart! Eileen, how's it going? Sorry TOM is coming every 2 weeks...what a bummer! I am a chocolate lover, too. The craving for it kinda comes in spells... Tomorrow I am going to donate blood (I was supposed to do it last week, but rescheduled), and take DD to grocery to buy her ingredients to make her menu for movie night Wednesday. She wants to learn to cook, and I told her I'd start teaching her some stuff. She started voice lessons last week, once a week for an hour...we'll try that for the summer...this week we don't have any swim lessons. They start next week. DH starts teaching summer school next week also. Well, I'll catch up on stuff and check back in...what's all this about trolls and such? I'm pretty sure we've been visited by trolls on the boards before, wouldn't you think? Thankfully, I don't think they've been here on our thread. I'm so glad to be home! Hugs, Cindy

Surprise! I'm still hanging out here, just having a busy end-of-the-school year! It IS the official last day of school for the 2005-2006 school year! We were all singing "Schoool's out for summer" as we walked (bounced!) down the steps to the parking lot. I'm leaving for Kansas (can we say AWKWARD?) tomorrow morning to go to my grandma's (may she rest in peace) house and my aunt and one of my cousins will be there. We can't talk :speechles about anything, since we are represented by an attorney now, and my aunt knows it, too. :omg: Still, we must go decorate the graves; it's done that way in Kansas. I'll be back late Monday night. Kat, you and DH are in my prayers Eileen, Beanie, Pat, Betty, Darcy, Donna, Mary, Patty, and everyone else: please know I am thinking of you and will be much more in touch now that I have some space to relax. Let's hear it for summer! Hugs, Cindy :cake:

I woke up with the "inner nervousness" thing...I finally get a chance to sleep-in and I can't! Wanted to check in and see how the Eileen party went last night, but APPARENTLY it is WAY too early for that! LOL! Must have gone well. Kat, glad to hear that DH is coming along. I send my prayers to both of you! bubbame, I'm sorry about those allergies...I know they are miserable, and I hope something helps you feel better! I was so busy yesterday...DD had her last theatre class, then a lunch break, then dress rehearsal, then a performance...she did great! Then we went to a restaurant for my nephew (21) and FIL (76) birthdays. I watched my little nephew order his first margarita. Wow. He just whipped out that ID, and I couldn't help applauding! He's a very conservative guy, no getting trashed for him, basically because losing control just freaks him out...but I imagine he'll have his experiences with being "overserved." LOL! He's a fine young man. I'll check back later, when Eileen rolls out of bed... Cindy

I have to agree with whoever talked about stress and restriction...for sure, if I am upset or stressed and try to eat, I get the golfball feeling, and it hurts. Since the PBs happens when we're in a hurry, stressed, or really hungry, I think that has a lot to do with it...if you know you are not "over-filled." 6 days to go! Just saying hi to everyone...nothing exciting around here! Hugs, Cindy

7 days left, but who is counting? ME! HI, everyone! I am glad to hear from you, Kat. I'll continue to pray for you and yours. bubbame, just take it one day at a time. You'll know what you need to do. Tammy, welcome! Glad you came back. On the PB thing...pretty much you can control that if you are taking small bites, eating slowly and chewing well. If I wait until I'm really hungry, I usually mess up and fall into old habits...so don't wait until you are really hungry. And if you are, really take it slow and easy, chew well, and you won't PB. Swear that you will have your dr. check you out if you keep doing this very often...it is not healthy for your body to do that. I went to the dr. on Monday, and she said I'd lost 5 lbs in the 5 weeks since I had been her office...that's pretty cool. Still haven't had a headache since I cut out the school cafeteria salads, so hopefully I've figured out a headache trigger. My DD left on her school trip this morning. The 2nd and 3rd grade classes go on a 2 night trip each year to learn independence, teamwork, etc...they are going to a state park, staying in a lodge, hiking, etc. It's really cool. Last year, she was kinda worried, but this year it was, "Bye, mom. I love you." No tears (except mine). She didn't see them, and I said have a great time, and left for work. sigh. It's great and sad, all at the same time....I know all the moms know what I mean....dads, too. So, tonight, my dad, and DH and I are having dinner together. It'll be peace and quiet, and all the dogs will be looking around for their little girl. Hugs, Cindy

I love Disneyworld! (Mickey MOUSE...CRAZY!)

Just DO THA DANG THING! I'm SO glad to see you! Cindy

I guess I'm just all about the practicality: tankinis make it easier when you have to go potty!

Hi everybody! Sorry I've been a little scarce, but I've been here in spirit. Kat, I am praying for your DH and you, too. Please post when you get some news. Beanie, thanks for the hugs, and you are right. It is not possible to get too many! Eileen, way cool on the pics! You were so close! Have fun at the petting zoo with DD today! Betty, glad your weekend went okay, and you got some rest. Bubbame, just hang in there. Keep your head. It always surprises them, and after all, that IS the best revenge! Donna, I started giggling when I read your post to Darcy...I just knew you were gonna pull the GEESE story out, like I did on you....not that it isn't a perfectly good story.... EIGHT more days until school's out, and two of them are 1/2 days. We're gettin' there. Ira, hope all is well. Hugs to all, and much love, Cindy

Betty, I'm thinking of you, too. I hope that all the love that surrounds you gives you the same comfort that I've found. I still feel the sting of tears, but I also feel a shield of love and care from all the LBT friends, and my other family and friends, and I know their prayers and concern help so much. Donna, the same for you. Remember that you are so important as a mother, and you give your kids your love, wisdom and gifts so that they enjoy Mother's Day today and all the days of the year. Thank you to all for your sweet kindness. Thank you, Pat, for your call! Donna, I am just so impressed with your photos...you look so beautiful, happy and full of life! The view from your porch is fantastic! I just wanted to pop in and say Happy Mother's Day to all...for after all, every woman is a mother in some way to someone! Hugs, Cindy

Keep on going, Angels! Leatha, you are so wonderful to think of that grumpy man! I think you are being guided to minister to this man, and showing love and kindness toward him is surely a blessing to him. Let's keep blessing others...it's truly the best feeling! Happy Mother's Day! Cindy

Hi, everybody! So much good news! First to Patty, I'm so happy about DS's great dr. report! Don't borrow trouble and worry too much for the future. Enjoy the here and now. You do so well at that! Eileen, have a fantastic and rockin' good time tonight! Beanie, have a nice weekend...Friday's are so great, aren't they? And, congrats on the scale movement! I just love that! Becky, thanks for checking in! Betty, enjoy your weekend...knowing you, there are parties and all kinds of great cooking going on around your house! Donna...how's the weather down on the Florida beach? Pat? Anything going on the continual story of crazy DIL? Anne, just haven't said hi to you personally in a while! JerseyTammy - hey there! We're all Jersey girls in spirit, but there's plenty of us feisty Texas gals on here, too! I'm feeling pretty good so far coming up to Mother's Day...I am sure that a big part of that is due to the prayers and support of all of you! You know what else is so sweet? One of the girls who graduated last year came up to school today to bring me flowers for Mother's Day, just to say she remembered it would be hard without my mother and that she cared. My bestest friend who I also teach with slipped a Thinking of You card in my mailbox, saying the same type of thing...she lost her mother about 15 years ago, even though she is only in her 30s. So, thank you, everyone, for being so "there" for me, and being as always a safe and warm and loving place to rest. Hugs, Cindy

Good luck, Patty. No need to relive the whole thing for us. We just know. God gave your son a special angel for a mom. I love your ring, Eileen! Have fun at Marshall Tucker! Donna, sorry about your DH's back...bummer. Ya'll are the best...thanks for just letting me hit and miss with you...I only have a few minutes here and there, and yes, I am still talking to lawyers and reading wills. Sheesh! Wouldn't it be nice if people just played fair to start with? I can't believe I have to hire a lawyer to pressure my mom's sister (my aunt) to play nice. It's sad, really. On a happier note, I was able to change my ticker today...I've been at 228 or less for 5 days now, so that's my criteria to change it. Whoohoo! Love you all, Cindy

Shocked. Stunned. Then, I have convinced myself that it is a blessing in disguise, as others have already explained. He's sure to get out there after the AI tour and pull an awesome band together, front the band, and I will buy the CD on the first day! I don't think I'll be lonely in that line, either. I think of his wife and kids, too. I hope this will be for the best for their sakes, as well. That's why, even though I think he is incredibly attractive, I don't go on too much about it, because it seems disrespectful to his wife, who has been supporting him all the way. I figure if the one I least expect will win, it'll be Katharine, and we'll not hear from her much after that.

I am grateful for the prayers on my behalf, thank you all so much. I am praying for all my LBT prayer partners. Cindy

Hello, everyone...sorry it's been so long! I have been feeling better. I cut out the salads at school (again), and I have eliminated the coffee creamer (just in case). No migraine since Friday. I say that in a whisper in case the migraine gods think I am taunting them.... The absence is due to every spare minute being spent on dealing with the family estate. My mom's "branch of the tree" has found an attorney who can help us deal with the complicated issues in the estate. So, I haven't jumped ship; I've just been occupied on another deck. Good wishes to everyone. I don't have much time right now, but will soon be gabbing and chatting once again. Congrats to Eileen on her new jewels! Way to go! Also, glad you to see you, Pat! Hugs, Cindy

It's going to be an all-male Final Three, or at least it should be. Katharine is talented, that is for sure, but not like these three guys. I've been all about Chris from the beginning, but Taylor is a blast, and Elliott has made so much progress since the beginning. It's gonna be interesting! C.

I just read this thread again, and thought it worth bumping. Please especially remember to be a blessing on the road. There are so many aggressive drivers. Let someone merge into your lane...you're still going to get there, and the other driver will be grateful. If it's me, I'll even wave! Oh, and leave some space between you and the vehicle in front of you. Let's all be road angels instead of road warriors this week! Blessings to all, Cindy

Hi everyone! I just re read through all the latest posts, and HOW did I miss the part about Betty winning 1st place for her bike??????? That's fantastic! I think you've posted one picture with you and the bike, but another wouldn't hurt. I've had two headache-free days in a row...Sat. and Sun. That's good news, right! The Kite Fest was fun...we had a blast working the fishing booth (the kind where the kid throws a line with a clothes pin over a shower curtain, and someone back there pins a prize on). At the silent auction, my sis bid on "Headmaster for a Day" for my DD, and won it, so now DD gets to be Headmaster one day, and her friend gets to be the secretary...someone should issue a warning or something! Right now, my DH and DD are at Horsemanship Camp with the Girl Scouts...I've had 6 hours of just me-time...of course, I spent it catching up on laundry and cleaning my closet, but it sure feels good to catch up on something! I'm leaving in a little while to meet DH and DD and my dad's for them to clean up, then off to a church thing...DD's choir is singing at it, and we're having barbeque and all that. Whew! Busy, but fun stuff! Donna, I like the writing you posted, where'd you get it? Or did you write it? Eileen, thank you for posting the so-great compliment to the NJ Board on the compliment thread...I'm glad to see that you were mentioned specifically, because you are the BOMB, girl! Betty, too! I am pretty sure some other people on here were listed, as well they should be! I also think of all of us a sisters, or a circle of loving friends, and this board has offered the very best support in our lapband journey, and the bigger journey of life of anywhere else...what a blessing to find you all here! Hugs to all! Cindy

Welcome back, Becky! I'm glad you are healthy, and back on track! Cindy

I get migraines, too. Imitrex scares me, too. In fact, it makes me even more sick. Since migraine triggers are really complicated, the only thing I'd spend any little bit of time at all thinking about is if anything you are eating is a trigger. Chocolate can be one. On the other hand, it helps some people. No one has to be perfect. Repeat after me. No one has to be perfect. There. Now, don't worry. Talk to your doctor about your migraines. I am using Topamax as a preventative. I have a med to take if I get one (Esgic plus) and Phenergan for nausea. I wish you luck with your headaches...I know I have been having a streak of headaches lately, and I am sick of the stupid, dumb things! Hugs, Cindy

LOL! That eye is scary enough to make even me drink more water!