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Honestly Danielle- I would have joined the last two seasons but I hate the idea of weighing in and sending the picture. I'm just SO ashamed of my weight right now that I'm not comfortable with anyone seeing it- even my doctor or myself. I had a VERY long appointment with my doctor last week based upon some lab work. He's given me some meds, plus a strict diet and exercise regime. I'm hoping to at least kick start my losses and then when I feel comfortable with the #s to hopefully join one of the upcoming BL contests.

Celina- I actually just had an appointment with my doctor and went through a ton of blood work. One of the meds he put me on was Bontril (or phendimentrazine). It's a short term appetite suppressant- which I really needed to help kick start my lifestyle change. I've been on it a week and I have noticed it had really helped to control my hunger. You may want to see your doctor and go through some of the same stuff I did. Apparently, I'm "insulin resistant" as well as hypoglycemic. I'm trying not to eat ANY flour products as well as potatoes. He told me to eat only 15mg of protein per meal. Essentially, a lot of fruits and veggies. I've been pretty successful all week and I hope to continue down the right path.

I'm glad to hear that things are starting to look up. That just shows what a strong person you are. Keep us posted if you need anything.

Quote: Originally Posted by lauren c. lol, i'm also 5', so every pound means a different size! i have pants in 5 different sizes in my closet, and i can never predict what will fit when!!! i did the sacred heart diet. i was afraid that i wouldn't be able to keep it off, and i think that if i didn't enjoy the soup so much, i may not have been able to. it's only been a week, but since i like the soup so much, i'll continue eating it even though i'm not following the diet. That's me too Lauren. I have about 6 different sizes in my closet. I've had a HUGE weight gain in the past 4 years so I haven't had the heart to clear out the smaller sizes. I'm just hoping to recycle some of them. I'm only 5' too so I know how hard it is when you have a slight weight gain. Not much body for it to spread over. My doctor also told me this last week that girls under 5'3 have the hardest time losing weight. Ummm...duh! I already knew that. However, I'm on a super strict diet now and hoping it kick those lbs to the curb finally. I feel super motivated which is really funny since a freakin' wedding couldn't even motivate me!

I'm assuming all of this is under FMLA right? I would be interested to see how that pans out if they reject your request for time off due to FMLA leave.

I don't even know who LC uses specifically as their package. Have you asked Nicole or Kelley? We had a list before, but it could be outdated.

Oh Abbie- I get so frustrated. I'm blunt and I hate to beat around the bush. Personally I don't think I could be clearer but then Steve is like "Give me an example." Grrrr....figure it the F out. LOL

LOL. Can you tell I never work? I wonder if it's Graham or Jeremy. You know what's funny about Deanna to me- I think she is so caught up on how she was treated by Brad that she goes out of her way to be blunt and honest with these guys. Yet, I think she ends up jerking them around just as bad. If some guy comes back, what does she think that will do to the other two? And how does that make her any better than Brad? What I meaning to say- she's a hypocrite. LOL

Yikes Lauren. No fun. Maybe just start assuming he's too tired of the gym and go earlier. I know that's not the WHOLE problem, but just a minor solution I suppose. Have you guys had a heart to heart about how his job is effecting him thus your relationship? Sometimes they need it spelled out and won't get what's going on. I've noticed Steve is so literal and even though we may be fighting about something that I think is clear, he is thinking something completely off.

Quote: Originally Posted by beachbride08 Does your e-ring have pave diamonds on it or is it smooth? My e-ring is pave iwth a millgrain edge, and it doesn't bother me. It is pretty skinny so I'm not sure if that makes a difference. That's how my band is- pave with a miligrain edge. I wonder if that saves the diamonds and prongs from scratching the skin. Overall though, even if I rub my fingers over the pave, it's smooth. I wonder if it's just that style. Could you get a different ring that's pave but has different shape/prongs? I don't know crap about rings Tara so I'm probably not the most helpful.

Where'd you find that? On abc.com? Hmm....interesting indeed.

I can't watch the video but that sounds like fun. Are you guys going for just the weekend? Or is it a bit longer?

You're welcome! Sarah rocks. I used her monogram on everything.

Oh and fabulous, skinny wives. LOL Didn't want to forget about you Lauren.

Yay! I can't wait to see who wins. Weight loss is such a HARD thing to do and stick to. I'm so proud of you girls that have stuck to the program and worked your butts off. Keep it up and you will all be skinny, fabulous brides.

Where's Kern River? What do you do there- rafting? Or just drink? That's my fav camping past time. LOL I can't wait to start planning our official summer camping trip. I LOVE camping. We take our wakeboard boat and wakeboard til our arms fall off. Have tons of fun Yari!

Hmm... I can't answer that too well Tara but I'll give my best shot. I'm not a big ring wearer because I have portly little fingers. It was VERY awkward for me to wear my ring in the beginning. Now I feel weird when it's not on. I would think you will get used to it.

Plus I also think it says it's up to God to be the only judge. I'm happy if people are happy. A roadtrip to Palm Springs would make me VERY happy. LOL

We had fuschia and orange as our colors. Last minute we added brown cause I hated the BM's original dresses. We got some brown ones for them a couple months before the wedding. My tables don't have a lot of color because I forgot to take my centerpieces to Las Caletas the day of the wedding. Ooops. The WC improvised with some hurricane lights. Cake boxes I hope that helps.

Quote: Originally Posted by Jacqueline it stinks, b/c i have to say i never saw this show u are all talking about ( there IS a show though, its about a bridal shop in new york city and i cant think of the name of the show....omg help me out, anyone know what it is? i love it and wish it was on every day. I think you are thinking of Say Yes to the Dress at Kleinfields. I have seen a few brides (and mothers- mostly!) go off in the alterations dept. One mom even slapped a saleswoman. LOL Quote: Originally Posted by Morgan i watched it this morning. i kept saying "im the bride" too during the trip. but, it was always for silly reasons. like we wanted to take food to go from the buffet to eat on a terrace. my friends asked if it was allowed & I said, "yeah, I'm the bride." It just continued throught the trip. it was fun. too bad I didn't know to say it as BRIIIIDDDDE. I did this too Morgan. Just to be a brat. I'd tell my sister what to do then say "I'm the bride- you have to." LOL It was fun.

haha Abbie. I volunteer to pick your BIL up at the airport to give him a nice bitch slap then send him on his way. Why didn't his wife tell him that's not a good game plan? Women are usually the more planning type and keep our men in line. As for the shirt and shoes- ok that's all so retarded. All that aside, even IF it doesn't work out, I doubt anyone will notice different shoes or shirt. Don't worry girl. It's almost here!

It's all very cute. You did a great job enlisting the help of your friend. Can't wait to see it all come together!

I had a BM ask me to help her get her dress hemmed like 3 days before we left for the wedding. I had that somewhat psychotic laugh going on to. Morons. I'm going to have to catch the new season of Bridezillas. I watched last year too often that I could quote the repeats. LOL

Are you thinking of terra noble? I think that's the name of it. Hold on... http://bestdestinationwedding.com/forum/t3737 index Jaimelynne did a site visit too. I hope that helps.

Now that's a sad day when even the GROOM doesn't want his mother to go. For the sake of your sanity, I hope she behaves.