Hiya!!! I am interested in attending this- and know we have sooo many people across the country here- and thought- well maybe some are going to this- if you aren't thinking about it- maybe we can hook up here- and get to meet and hang out a bit? I am also looking into exhibiting as a Vendor there, as I am launching a jewelry business and I know the extent of what positive things its done within my 2 local support groups..everyone is looking great and dressing for success and the jewelry is better or equal to what you would find on QVC or even shopping at Macy's. And I worked in jewelry at Macy's & Bloomingdale's when I went to College. I honestly see the positive changes its made for me, the confidence, the success, the extra paychecks, the bonuses, you win free trips..my girlfriend won a brand new Mercedes C360 at the Vegas Convention this year.. its just amazing..so if you think our surgery is life altering - that just physically prepares you.. The success you find as a post op- makes you naturally want to look and feel your best, right? Well what is Better than looking good, wearing great jewelry and getting paid to wear it.? Everyone told me that wearing it- you get a lot of compliments. I didnt believe them- but its true. The other day- my girlfriend and I were in a local diner- opening up some new jewelry she wanted me to see. Before we knew it- 2 waitresses were all over us wanting to buy it -asking how they could do it- and another patron came over later asking how or where could see it to buy some? My jaw dropped, as I had picked the diner- not her. Tha's just one example- but it is amazing. I am now looking to market this in several local hair salons. I love the positive self image and effects it has had on my friends in my groups and just want to share more of the jewelry and opportunity with others like us. My girlfriend- Teresa- who won the Mercedes? I happened to see her weekly commission check- $1200. I make $4000 commission monthly in my regualr job. She has equaled what I make salary wise- so that impressed me. Plus I have been actively showing the jewelry this past month- and honestly- it sells itself. If anyone is going to Kentucky or wants to know more about this- please let me know. And you lurkers out there- send me your email information for the Card Xchange!! Hugs Donna

Hey Tam! I haven't really been around much either. Too busy with work and kids and such. I totally know what you are talking about there. Seems like we are always running somewhere! My weight is stable at 163-165 it seems. I think my body likes it here. I haven't been drinking enough water and have been eating some snack foods I shouldn't so I am sure that is why I am not losing any more weight. On the good news front, I have a plastic surgery consult next month! My insurance will not cover anything unless it's medically necessary. I don't have any rashes on my panni so I know it will be difficult to get them to cover a tummy tuck. I have decided to self pay with one of the best surgeons in our area. He specializes in lower body lifts and I have seen his work. It's phenomenal! I probably won't go the LBL route but want an extended abdominoplasty with some work done on my butt! It bothers me more than my tummy I think. It's soooo saggy! I will see what he says. I don't have any extra skin on the top part of my butt or my lower back so I don't think I need the full meal deal, so to speak. And I might have him consult me on breast augmentation. I dunno about that part yet. I can live with my boobs for now. My husband is the one who wants them bigger! Anyhoo, that's it for me. and Hugs back atcha! Lori

I know about those 15 hour days. Ick. However, my news is, I finally made Century Club. As of yesterday morning, I'm 181, a loss of a 100 lbs. I may make it to my goal yet. Torrey (281/181/160)

Thank you Ms. K!!! Yeah I do remember.... Lori

Thanks Ms. Sheree! I am proud of me too! Lori