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melissa, you are of course welcome. I called to confirm that there would be 6 or 8 of us and they said there were no reservations. But we should have a fairly short wait. Here is the address, as I just learned that there are 3 Olive Gardens in Naperville. Can't wait to see you all there.

620 S State Route 59

Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 355-2818

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I'm in Romeoville, west of the city. ~Mandy

Hey Mandy,

I'm in Bolingbrook and wondering who you had for a surgeon and how the procedure went.

Elizajane

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I had sugery in the city, and was unhappy with the surgeon and he is in california now. I use Dr. Lahmann at Silver Cross Hospital. I think they are great. Let me know if you want or need more information. ~Mandy

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I'm having some unexpected company this afternoon so I won't be able to make it. I'll see you guys next time.

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Ok, the 5 of us met yesterday, and I had a great time. I would like to do this again next month. Lets plan this early so we can all mark the calender and have the day free. When? Where? And who's in? ~Mandy

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I would like to try a different place next time, same area though. I think that my portion will be much smaller next time. I am going to get a fill sometime in the next 2 weeks. ~Mandy

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Feb lunch:

Piercedqt78

Soniacan

Lala (with her new band)

Veggestyle

Pugchick

Melissa 0915

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Of course count me in as well! I will actually be banded next time!! Yeah!

Thanks ladies for answering my endless questions! Tomorrow's the day. I've been excited up until today. Now I have to admit I'm a little scared. Plus my son's asthma is acting up today, so part of me is saying that I should stay home with him. But I know that being alive for him is one of the main reasons I'm doing this. It's just hard.

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lala---I hope that everything goes well for you! It will totally all be worth it! You will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Mandy---Count me in, however I already know that I am not available Feb. 4th (my bday) and Feb. 11th. Just to give you a heads up!

Glad to hear that you all had a great time! I am really sorry that I could not make it! I have been having a rather difficult time eating lately anyways...

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Cassandra, my b-day is the 8th. I was thinking the 24th or 25th? How's that for everyone? ~Mandy

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