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Makena
on 4/18/09 5:37 am - Kihei, HI
Topic: RE: First Impressions and Self Image
Isn't she absolutely one of the most beautiful women?!!!

I, fortunately, had some life experiences that taught me this lesson long ago. After seeing her, I never saw so many people learn so much in an instant... the snarky looks and rolling eyes beforehand.... all caught on camera.... what a humbling experience for all of them.

We need more Susans in our daily lives, don't we?
Sometimes losing is really winning
I feel like Alice.... I'm in Onderland! 7-18-08










Barb H.
on 4/18/09 4:50 am - Kailua-Kona, HI
Revision on 01/25/12
Topic: First Impressions and Self Image
 Susan Boyles, the little Scottish woman who blew away the judges and audience of Britain's Got Talent is here, I believe, to teach us all a hugely important life lesson.  The link below takes you to an article from The Herald (an English paper).  I found this article to be utterly profound.

http://www.theherald.co.uk/features/featuresopinon/display.v ar.2501746.0.The_beauty_that_matters_is_always_on_the_inside .php

Lap band 03/09; revised to RNY 01/12
Read about my journey at www.journeyofafatwoman.wordpress.com
   
Barb H.
on 4/18/09 3:52 am - Kailua-Kona, HI
Revision on 01/25/12
Topic: RE: Bra size denial
 Thank you for sharing this experience! I'm so glad you have a good fit now.  I've had problems with my back for most of my adult life so I can relate, however it sounds like yours has been pretty rough.  I really hope the better fitting bras will make a huge difference for you.

I'd made my way into an F cup and am looking into breast reduction surgery once I see how the girls are once I'm at goal.  I was very surprised to note how much I've already lost in my boobs.  I put my hand on my upper chest and it's flat - something that hasn't happened in a very long time.  Of course, like many of you mentioned, they are very loose and flabby.  A friend of mine who had bypass teased me about tucking them into my waist band later on.  At first, I smirked, but then I thought geez, that would sure save money on bras!!  But then I thought, now unflattering is that!!??!!  LOL!  I'm now back into one of my DDD bras, a size I can find at Macys.  I couldn't find anything larger than a DDD on this island, so I had to go to a lingerie shop in one of the resorts to get the F cup bra and spent almost $80.  I'm so glad to know Nordstrom carries larger sizes.  

Lap band 03/09; revised to RNY 01/12
Read about my journey at www.journeyofafatwoman.wordpress.com
   
Barb H.
on 4/18/09 3:38 am - Kailua-Kona, HI
Revision on 01/25/12
Topic: RE: I'm Obese!!!!
 I'm so happy for you!  What an accomplishment!  
Lap band 03/09; revised to RNY 01/12
Read about my journey at www.journeyofafatwoman.wordpress.com
   
Barb H.
on 4/18/09 3:31 am - Kailua-Kona, HI
Revision on 01/25/12
Topic: RE: I'm Free!!
 You are so smart, even if times are challenging financially.  I actually did the exact same thing a few months ago.  I loved the work but......my sanity and well being were more important.  I feel bad for others who feel stuck in their jobs and don't have anything to fall back on.  I haven't always had this support either and certainly understand.  

I wish you well on whatever this new journey brings you.  And to the rest of us who are not working and needing to, and those who are and hate their jobs, maybe the best thing to do is set our intentions for a better place to be in - financially, emotionally, spiritually, etc.  
Lap band 03/09; revised to RNY 01/12
Read about my journey at www.journeyofafatwoman.wordpress.com
   
pinkshrimp
on 4/17/09 5:38 pm - HI
Topic: RE: I'm Free!!
Wow Nicole!
That really is brave.  Good for you.  I wish I could do that.
Keep strong and best of luck, it's going to be hard adjusting to one income but you're right, you, your health and your family is most important.  AND, yes, you have each other :)


Highest/Surgery Day/Current/Goal
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pinkshrimp
on 4/17/09 1:08 pm - HI
Topic: RE: I'm Obese!!!!
Thanks HIgurl!!  Aren't you almost at goal?  WOW!!  Congrats!!!


Highest/Surgery Day/Current/Goal
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pinkshrimp
on 4/17/09 1:05 pm - HI
Topic: RE: I'm Obese!!!!
OMG Nicole, the day I reach "overweight"  I'll be yelling it out to anyone and everyone who'll listen!!  Thanks for the support!!


Highest/Surgery Day/Current/Goal
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pinkshrimp
on 4/17/09 1:04 pm - HI
Topic: RE: I'm Obese!!!!
Thank you SO much!!  It is those little things that really help boost me up!!!


Highest/Surgery Day/Current/Goal
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