Mix the packet with about 1/2 cup of water (maybe a little more) and nuke for 1 1/2-2 minutes. It will come out dry and puffed up. Add more water while stirring to reach consistency that you want. It has the texture of real oatmeal and doubles or triples in volume after extra water is added. I can't even finish a packet this way!

Lulu, You are looking great. How nice to have a one as the first number in your weight. Good for you. Take care, Rick

I'm sitting at 198 now in a size 12/14. I still don't see the person in those photos.

Well Hello! Long time no chat! It's me Trish. Soon to be mama-of-4! I will be having my baby girl Austynn Sofea (named after Austin, TX) on September 12th at approx 9:00am. via c-section. My pregnancy has gone extrememly wonderful for being "old". I have gained a whopping 23 pounds. Instead of gaining 1 pound a week these last past weeks, i'm losing, but the baby is growing so all is well! I have eaten nothing but sugar "GASP!". At least as much as I can tolerate anyway. That is all I crave. I know it's bad, but i'll get back into eating right after she is born. I PROMISE! Everyone here is anxious and excited and cant wait for our newest arrival. Brytnee (my oldest- 20 years old) will be with me in the delivery room. She wants to "see" what it's all about. I'll be having a c-section but she wants the experience so dad will be out with Justyn and Makenzee. I'm NERVOUS! Can you believe it? I've had 3 kids, but i'm nervous about the spinal/epidural. "sigh". Well just wanted to keep you all updated since I basically went missing in action for MONTHS! Take care. I think of you all often. I will do better about reading the board. Take Care Trish XOXO

Oh my goodness, Jannine, you have got a full plate. I'm thinking about you and your family. Just remember that you are a strong woman and you can handle whatever gets flung at you. Please honey, don't see your insurance denial as a failure at all. They don't *want* to pay, it doesn't have anything to do with you.