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So I was feeling kind of sad...being broke this X-mas. I spent all my money on the band and I usually am not that selfish. I go and see my family in Texas or I take my Hubby on trips. So I am looking through the old pics and I realize... like a flashlight going on. I was not selfish. I can walk now without worring about my knee. I can climb stairs without loosing my breath. I have become a better me for my hubbie. So now I am not so sad. I am infact quite glad I am broke this xmas. ....but next year I am taking the new me in the new bikini I plan to be able to fit back to the sun and fun of the carribean. I hope everyone had a wonderful X-mas and a safe and happy new year...remember be good to your band...

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Time for a new avatar to show off that beautiful face! Fantastic pictures. Your current avatar doesn't do you justice! Thanks for finally sharing!

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Thanks lisa I just cant get one to fit... I forgot how to re size it! I see your as cute as ever...how is the port site? Oh and Jammin and loosin your the bomb! :)

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Nancy and Kelly Thank You you are too sweet... does anyone know how to resize a pic?

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I'll up load this one if someone can help me resize it!:)

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You are sooo beautiful. That has to be $ well spent in anyones book. And think of it as a gift that keeps giving because when this Xmas is over you are still going to have the new beautiful you long after you have even forgotten what the band cost. I am talking about your whole life!

Thanks for sharing your pics!

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Rica,

You hot mamma! You and your man look like fashion models! Wow, what a beautiful couple! Keep up the good work and save the money for the Carribean next year! You made a wise decision to go with the lapband. Health is much more important than any other gift.

Babs in TX

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Rica,

Thanks for sharing the pictures. That was the best Christmas money you could have spent on yourself. You look G R E A T!

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