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Janet - love that you can go out - as you are. No longer care what ppl think. Confidence built on wise choices and hard work. Go girl. Welcome cristi - Prayers with you on June 1. It was easy for me and hope it will be for you too. Judy - great advice on the dog. And congrats on another 10 lbs. You rock. Re: tattoo - our daughter works now at Four Seasons and they have a no tattoo code. She wears a bandaid to cover hers on her ankle. Good advice, Janet. Car is all dried out now.

Laura - beware of the DOG. My maltipoo will be 2 yrs. old on June 25. We are in obedience school for the second time. He has been getting me up twice a night for 2 years. Feel guilty when I leave him alone more than 4 hours and hire a sitter when gone longer than that. Also my DH will NOT be in charge of him. So, when I take grandkids to Florida for vacation, will have dog sitter live in with Gizmo. Nelson can wait a little longer - don't do it....

Cheri - So informative to hear about how much fill/ changes in band with weight loss. Being only 4 months into this, I'm constantly learning. But it is becoming easier. Thank heavens. You day with the girls sounded delightful and ability to handle the seizures, loving and caring. Janet - you were right, once the tattors are gone, cravings drop off. Thanks again. DH & I took a 3 hour road trip in convertible to check out site of wedding we will attend on June 22nd. He will take the pix for the event and I will drive alone later - so I don't have to be there all day. 90 degrees in KC today and sunny.

LauraK & Jessica - time to relax is great. Phyll - so sorry about your not feeling well - but enjoy the concert. Eva - you will find others who do not work and can spend time with you once you retire. But I like my own company and not scheduling around someone else too.

Eva - what a great sister - pulling weeds for her. And great exercise. Love it when my butt hurts and always feel, maybe it is a few inches higher. Janet - enjoy the relaxation today. Sex and the City is wonderful. Hope your friend feels better so you can go. We have Forks & Screens and can buy tickets ahead and be served in the theater. No crowds that way and we went @ 3 p.m. Not evenings.

Non scale victory - NSV congrats, sweetie. Take your measurements and record them. Our journey results are not always reflected on the scale. Way to go. Keep up the great work. Joyce

Jessica - wow 14 lbs. is marvelous. Congrats, girl. Sorry your DH is having back problems/pain. My DH slept in a Lazyboy for 6 months due to back pain. Sending prayers for him. Sex and the City was marvelous. Eye candy and a chick flick. I highly recommend it for entertainment and relaxation.

Pam - way to go - good weigh in # and a walk after mexican dinner. You inspire me.

Eva - would love to meet you when you drive thru in November. I'll give you my phone number to call when time is nearer thru PM.

Wow - Cheri -- you look marvelous. Congratulations. You look 20 years younger and so very happy. So nice when your outside matches you inside. Only tattoo I'm interested in - would be placed on my left breast. DNR simple and sweet and good for a laugh. I've heard it would NOT be legal or binding and don't think I want it notarized anyway.

Jessica - forgot to say congrats on the tattoo. Butterfly is perfect for you. Enjoy.

Peaches - you are to be congratulated. The band is only a tool and you obviously are using it perfectly. Joyce

Karen - sorry but I laughed out loud about the mouse - then was upset for you needing to scrub after dog knocked over the grill. Poor baby was only trying to help "get the mouse". Would be a great situation comedy. Jodi - congrats on getting off meds and great checkups. Only plans for weekend, see Sex and the City with DD & friend on Friday. I'll sign up after Janet for help organizing house. Since I'm been here 23 years, we are packed in and need to throw away lots and keep only what is needed. We have a basement full - but house is fairly stark - decorator calls it urban contemporary. I call is soft contemporary. I like lots of empty space, uncrowded and few chochkiees (sp?). Only works for ppl who are not sentimental. lol Ladies - enjoy your holiday weekend doing exactly what you like. Joyce

Jodi - thank you for your suggestions. Have decided that I need a visual to stop the tattors. So.....I'll envision my ex-husband trying to fee them to me to stop me from losing weight. That should work...... Hope Lori is safely in SLC.

Welcome makeing.a.change & Bandmom. Happy to see you see. Sorry to hear support is during work hours for you. Lots of info here on the forums. Making - let us know when you get a date and start your pre-diet. Jump in and enjoy our group. Joyce

Arlene - congrats on another lb. You are doing so well. Lori - can't believe the hail. Cheri - what a perfect idea taking pictures and video and having buyers sign off. Great idea. Janet - ranch problems are a hassle. Wonderful to have a partner with the funds to allow options. Top down on convertible when I went in for pedicure today - deep inside building in spa. Front desk clerk came running asking whose convertible. The beautiful blue sky opened up and rain was pouring. Oh well... it will dry out. No harm, no foul. A much easier problem to face than you and Eva with the monster bosses....grrrr Joyce

I meant - Keep on going. lolol

Kendra - Are you using www.mylapbandjourney.com to follow your success. It is referred to in the literature Malley's office provided. There may be a place to record measurements in there, as well as a graph to show you your weight loss - inspiring. Keep you, sista.

Karen - that is going to be one gorgeous smile and one gorgeous woman. Congrats on going for what completes you. Make it a great day ladies.

Hi Kendra - let us know how you are progressing. Have you taken measurements? I notice when scale slows, inches continue to shrink.

Hi PJ - You deserve a medal to tackle weight loss while facing a divorce and all that goes with it. You are one strong lady. Congrats on 1/2 lb. Way to go.. Joyce from K.C.

Linda - how I hate to give up my white starch (mashed potatoes) - but you have settled it. They have to go. All the ladies have explained it to me. Interesting that my doctor does not stress any foods - just does the surgery - and we have to figure it out. My friends here in KC say I do more research than anyone. So great to have all of you here for reference. High 80's every day this week and humid. Love hearing from those who are no longer bothered by the heat. My day will come.

Jessica - wow, another tool. Eating without TV (for me) focus on food. Thanks. Regarding invitation - I learned from a dear friend about DEFINITE invitations. Want to go to the beach on Wednesday or Thursday about 11 and take a lunch and play frisbee??? Gives the other person one of two choices and a specific destination and events. Might be worth a try. I also love including the time. Janet - congrats on seeing 136. I forget that you also have victories that are weight related. Just think of you as accomplished and finished working so hard. I know better, but tend to forget that maintaining can be more difficult than losing. Lori - sorry about the tree and more importantly that friend failed to mention it allowing you the opportunity to handle w/o a fine. Time for lunch. Hard boiled eggs today.

Karen - welcome back - thank you for your input, as well. It all helps me build my tool kit. Must admit, I had a slip last night. Went over my calories and got right back on plan today. Julie - have a nice time with your grandsons and family. Eva - welcome back. Will catch up on posts later.

Melissa - I validate your stress and agree with Cheri & Janet - call in sick (a mental health day) and see your doctor too. Life can get in the way of weight loss. Sometimes just holding on is the best we can do. Sending hugs. Daily calories: 953 carbs: 52 protein: 119