Shrinking Violets -- April 07 Bandsters

[TracyK 3]

Also, I am sure that the plane ride will be alot more comfy than it was this past February....

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

Is this thread just for bandsters who got banded in the same month?

I am not shrinking very quickly, but I could use support. Anyone know the best way to break plateaus?

[Kat817 19]

Denise it began as an April 07 thread, and then some of us held them hostage until they let us join, and now there are all kinds of us!!! Welcome!!! Plateaus are horrid!!! Sometimes if I UP my intake for 3-4 days then get serious about high Protein and watching caloric intake it will break it....good luck!

WOOOOOO---HOOOOOOOO TRACY! I am sooooo happy for you!! Don't get to settled in those 230's they too will be gone before you know it!!!! You set your goal, and went into action, that is so awesome!!! When you get surrounded by all those judgemental eyes, keep one of "those" smiles on your face, like you know something they don't or you are getting something they aren't!!!! It will keep em wondering!!!!! Enjoy yourself! Put those shoulders back, walk tall and proud, smile at them, look them in the eye---and you will impress them all!

February is going to be an issue with me, unless I change the date I want to do the TT. I might be able to do it early January, and be comfortable enough to travel in a month. I want to go---pick a date and I will do my best to work around it. Even if I bring my saggy belly with me and do it afterwards!!!

Went to Curves today....even though I tried not to! I went to town to buy a baby gift, and ended up shopping for new shoes to work out in....and walked the mall, and several independent stores as well, and was wiped out!!! I found the shoes I wanted at Famous Footwear, and bought some work out capri's (ones that might stay up without constant assisstance!), while I was in the mall, and a couple of tshirts on sale at JC Penneys. I met with my friend for lunch...and I was tired! But I come home, and was putting away all this new work out gear, and felt guilty---so I went to Curves!!! I always feel better, today was no exception! My friend and I shared a Taco plate, we each ate a tace, and had it with grilled veggies instead of Beans and rice. She is not banded, but is seriously dieting---so it worked for us. Not sure whether I am going to be able to eat dinner or not, my lunch is still making me very full. Maybe I'll just fix Rick something....and have some watermelon with him afterwards.

I went looking for slip on tenny shoes. I run around here barefoot or in flip flops all day....and am happy that way! Most of the clothes I wear I can work out in, or just slip out of my denim capri's and into stretch ones, but I HATE putting on socks, and shoes, it is too hot! So I found me some work out shoes that I can just slide into---and go! I am not going to wear them for anything else, just in Curves. I bought some Adidas, with gel inserts in the heel---they felt good today.

I guess I will go and figure out what Rick gets for dinner. We went on an evening ride last night, and I was hoping for another tonight, but it looks as though it is going to storm....dangit!

Will check in with yas later~!

Kat

[mdrai 3]

Good Friday Evening, Violets!~~

I tried to post this a.m. before leaving for the day, and it wouldn't let me... was all wacky... hmmmmm..

WOO HOO TRACY!

:Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20:

You set your goal and you DID IT! Yay you!!

Not much time... will try to write more tomorrow... altho am going to NJ until Mon night, so it may be Tues before I get back here (altho I'm sure I'll commandeer my MIL's puter to check in!).

I doubt I'll go to Vegas in Feb 08 w/everyone... I'd prefer to save my travel $ for a Violets gathering. I say "no" to Atlantic City... too... icky. So were are WE still considering? Vegas. Cruise (out of TX or VA). Spa somewhere? (for example, Wild Horse Pass in AZ -- beautiful nature, relaxing spa features, casino...). Other ideas?

Oh -- and I appreciate whoever added the tip about avoiding cruises during Spring break... good point!!

Have a great night & I'll check in when I can... 'til Tues when I'm back home! :kiss2:

[adorable 1]

GUESS WHAT?

239 lbs

:eyebrows:

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! WOOOHOOO!!!!! You go girl!!!! :woot::Banane20::Banane33::Banane20::Banane45::Banane24::Banane20::Banane25::Banane20:

[Teachlady 3]

Good Friday Evening, Violets!~~

I tried to post this a.m. before leaving for the day, and it wouldn't let me... was all wacky... hmmmmm..

WOO HOO TRACY!

:Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20::Banane20:

You set your goal and you DID IT! Yay you!!

Not much time... will try to write more tomorrow... altho am going to NJ until Mon night, so it may be Tues before I get back here (altho I'm sure I'll commandeer my MIL's puter to check in!).

I doubt I'll go to Vegas in Feb 08 w/everyone... I'd prefer to save my travel $ for a Violets gathering. I say "no" to Atlantic City... too... icky. So were are WE still considering? Vegas. Cruise (out of TX or VA). Spa somewhere? (for example, Wild Horse Pass in AZ -- beautiful nature, relaxing spa features, casino...). Other ideas?

Oh -- and I appreciate whoever added the tip about avoiding cruises during Spring break... good point!!

Have a great night & I'll check in when I can... 'til Tues when I'm back home! :kiss2:

I am definitely with you on the Violet's trip. I'd much rather do that!! That's why I asked how many Violets would be going on the lapband board trip. I too would rather wait and go with Violets.

[Teachlady 3]

I'm headed to bed early tonight. Got to be up at 6 so I'm ready for all those people banging on my garage door at 8 even though the ad says 9! Wish me luck on selling all my fluffy clothes.

Everyone have a great night and remember to follow those bandster rules!!

[TerriDoodle 6]

Is this thread just for bandsters who got banded in the same month?

I am not shrinking very quickly, but I could use support. Anyone know the best way to break plateaus?

Gym Nazi here: Get your a$$ to the GYM!!! Oh yeah....and WELCOME Denise!! If you wanna hang out with us, you're gonna have to get your A$$ in gear. Just ask these girls here. I'm a gym nazi and proud of it!

Gee can ya'll tell I've had a cocktail or two??

I am definitely with you on the Violet's trip. I'd much rather do that!! That's why I asked how many Violets would be going on the lapband board trip. I too would rather wait and go with Violets.

Oh, like I am SO confused! I figured we were just killing two birds with one stone!? Why not go with the other LBT girlz?....we can do our own thing. Well, whatevah ya'll think is OK with me. You know it's you girlz I wanna hang with anyway.

TracyKS -- would your DBF go on a cruise?

I want Jenn to be able to go!! Are you sure there's no drugs you can take for airsickness? 15 mg of valium or something? Crack maybe? :bandit

[Daisalana 33]

Hey guys! Just got in a couple hours ago, doing the post-wedding stuff (e-mailing pics to family who hasn't seen them, blah blah, unpacking). But I made collages to easily send a bunch of pics to family and thought I'd share them here. I am putting links so I don't spam up this thread with pictures!! Enjoy

Getting ready.. hair, make up, some bridal shots (notice the sweat beads..grr)

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage1.jpg

Groom, best man/ maid of honor, dad giving me away, exchanging rings..

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage2.jpg

The ceremony, the sand ceremony, leaving (yes I was so hot and that is a 'get me out of here!' look on my face)

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage3.jpg

Just a recap for anyone who missed it, it was record heat in vegas, 115-116 degrees and SOME REASON the owner of the Wynn (Mr. Wynn) decided he didn't want them wasting money on a/c, so it was about 100 INSIDE the place. They are going to get one helluva nasty letter from me.

Wedding party pics/family pics:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage4.jpg

Posed shots after the wedding:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage5.jpg

Bride & Groom pics.. one in front of the Wynn:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage6.jpg

More bride & groom pics:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage7.jpg

Some fun shots.. limo, sitting at a slot:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage8.jpg

Garter thing.. I wore it for my 'something blue' but didn't intend to do anything with it.. then fiance said he was lookin forward to the taking it off or something, so we went to the high roller slots ($100+ bets), and did a little photo op with it..

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage9.jpg

Me taking a neat picture with the city through the window and us in the reflection, us doing a $100 bet on the high roller machine for wedding good luck or something (we didn't win!), and my ring put together...

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y186/fairyfacade/weddingcollage10.jpg

Whew! I'll catch up tomorrow on the thread, have a good night guys!!

[Jennifur 0]

I want Jenn to be able to go!! Are you sure there's no drugs you can take for airsickness? 15 mg of valium or something? Crack maybe? :bandit

That is so very sweet. and funny... Crack...

Vegas is so very far, I would have to fly which would be horrible for me. I would try my best to do it but there is no way in the entire world I can go anywhere in FEB. I'll explain later my boy is looking for me... yes 1am!

[Oregondaisy 2,021]

I go to the gym 6 days a week. That's why I don't understand why I don't lose weight like other bandsters. I am losing my mind. I haven't read all

323 pages, but does anyone know how to break a plateau?

[Teachlady 3]

Beautiful, beautiful, BEAUTIFUL pics, Laura!!! The dress is awesome and you look beautiful! Sorry it was so darn hot, but think of the memories you'll have!! Glad everything went well and glad to have you back here. We've missed you!!!

[Teachlady 3]

It's 6:43 a.m. here. I'm up, showered, dressed and got my Crystal Light chillin in the freezer. I'm about to fix my Breakfast AND it's raining.. arghhhhhhhhhhhhh. I have too much stuff in the garage to leave it all in there. People won't be able to get around the tables. It HAS to stop raining in 2 hours or I'm doomed!!!I checked weather bug and hopefully it will have moved out of here by 9, but I'm not holding my breath.

I can hear all of you snoring out there. Are you dreaming of bandster rules?? hehehe

[mdrai 3]

Laura! -- BEAUTIFUL PICTURES! Just beautiful. Honestly, I can't tell that you were hot... I mean, you were "hawt"... but you don't look "hot". And a cutie patootie hubby, too! All together now... "We've only just begun..."

Judy -- Doing the sunshine dance here for you!

Terry -- If my choices are 1 or 2 drinks... I'm guessing... 2!

Too busy today + leaving for NJ... make it a great one, Violets!

[janiebug 0]

Laura---Beautiful pictures, you made such a wonderful bride!! I agree with what someone else said, you may have been burning up inside but it didn't show in the pics that you were that hot!

Congratulations!!

Jane