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Russell Crowe, when he was shooting a movie here in DC at Bens Chili bowl.

Hey Lisa, thanks for starting this thread. I too love Love LOVE! old navy. I am somewhat of a plus size fashionista (at least thats what FI and co-workers say). Just because I am thick doesn't mean I have to dress drabby. I am shaped somewhat porportional (coke bottle). So when its time for me to shop, I mainly do damange at Torrid (not cheap, but hey i guess fabric cost), target (plus or maternity), Chadwichs, Lane bryant, NY& Co., Newport News. But lately, I find target is over priced considering the material and quality.. but thats another rant. As for swimsuits. For me its torrid, hands down. I did see some nice ones at Lane Bryant, so will have to check them out next weekend. I need another suite for JA in Aug. But, Torrid just fits me better in the boobs and butt. Yeah, I am having a bit of time to finding "decent" dresses to try on. The only ones I foudn at DB are the ones that look like drapes on me, or have tons of ruffle. I have been looking on line at dresses (houseofbrides.com) and am also considering a bridesmaids dress as some are just as beautiful and have more of "beachy" look since I plan on TTD. Oh, I forgot, I can wear anything from a 20-24 depnding on the cut. Here is a question for you ladies.. Bras.. what are doing about it for the wedding day, and what kind. Also have any of you ladies tried the butterfly bra by Jill Scott?

We are having a weddingmoon also. We are staying a total of 11 days in Tulum, and some guest will be there from 4-15 days. So we are just planing on taking our "dream" honeymoon/vacation for our 1 yr anniversay. Either a meditearan cruise, trip to Greece, PR or ?. Either way, we are excited as we have never been to any of those places.

When i was younger I used to frequent one good "medium" or psychic and have even met Sylvia Brown.. I would say that it was very different, intriguing, but still questionable. Also I had my palms read by my coworker and he pretty darn accurate. So here is the run down on the "psychic". First Mom went, and was told that she was holding a baby boy in a christining outfit, would not divorce her ex-husband, woudl be school dealing with deeds, When I went (separate from Mom),right on she mentioned she saw a lady close to me hodling my baby at christining and only gave my moms first initial of her legal name (as she does not go by this name) mention the woman is very close to me, motherly, but does not go by mom (which she didn't) I could only push back the birth of my child for 3 yrs, I would move to the south, live very comfortably, marry someone I already knew-only given the first initial of first name and physical description, I would officially meet my husband when I go away to school,would recieve a engineering degree. One thing that really freaked me out was the references that were made towards my grandmother (i.e., things of hers that I had, telling the location of things we were looking for in the home, knew that i somewhat blamed myself, etc), mentioned I am able to read tarot cards, and I would have a baby boy in 3 yrs. So how much was true.. Mom-everything, except the lasting marriage Me-everything except the baby.. I know for me, I took it all a grain of salt and didnt base my life around what was "predicted".. but all in all... I was very shocked.

Orginally, we wanted to pick our annivesary.. but then I remebered we dont know when we "officialy" began dating.. (always use the entire month of Jan. to celebrate). We got engaged Sept. 11 08 and didnt want to use that date, so since FI birthday is in March, and mines is in October.. we chose a date that falls half way between both of our birthdays June 26.

My TA got me pricing for Dreams Tulum, Azul, and one more back in Feb. We are paying 2400 for 10 day stay in a Dreams Junior Suite.. Hope that helps.. But I think the prices mayhave increased

I was thinking the same thing.. I went looking the other day just to see what was out tere.. and I saw several BM dresses that I was like oohh... I like!

Hey ladies just checking in to post my progress... I am working out more.. and doing more. Today i did two classes. I am down 1 lb! any loss is a good. Keep up the good work ladies! Ohh, Vgirl, i too have even tried on dresses.. we are about a year way.. so this gives me some times.. but ladies keep up the good work!

Quote: Originally Posted by blushingbride Took a hot yoga class today!! Feel rejuvenated!!! Oooh I love LOVe LOVE hot yoga.. its weird as my boss is my yoga instructor.. So today i did Latin mix and body pump.. but I am down 1lb! every pound counts

Quote: Originally Posted by tylersgirl Don't worry. Your dad is right. The price for our package has dropped $400-maybe it is a mixture of the economy/mexico travel worries. Hopefully, things will get better for you girl! I hope the price does drop down for you. And Tylersgirl.. I sure as hell hope the price for our package drops for our wedding, and DW in JA of a close friend.

OMG Blondie.. Im sorry that your ring is missing a stone.. Did you get your ring from QVC?

Great thread.. DMV bride here (alexandria). I wanted to go to the running of the brides, but missed, so planning on attending the one in Tysons Corner July 31. Any takers?

Hey ladies keep up the good work..! just did a weigh in.. and am down 2lbs.. small but still a little less of me

did two classes last night.. body pump followed by body attack.. down 2lbs so far

sounds like to me your engaged since you guys have set a date..FI didn't have a ring when he proposed to me..

Really like the square.. for some reason the round.. just doesn't do it for me.. IDK My vote is for the square

went to Yoga for 1 hr followed by Tae bo for 1hr

I work for the federal government. Its not too bad.. my only complaint is that it's not your typical gov. job.. I actually have to do work, no paper pushing for me

We havent signed up yet with our church. They offer a marriage made easy workshop where you meet once every 3 months for about 1.5 hrs. I am excited to start, but thinking we will sign up in June

I really like using aloe vera juice as a toner on my face and hydrocortosine ointment as a moisturizer. I have been using hydrocortosone(sp) cream on my face since high school. It keep inflamation, redness, ect at bay, I have very sensitive skin, so everything either stings, burns, or dries it out..

Went to Body Attack and did 15 min on stair master

Hey Angel, Glad that you all didnt have to pay anything extra for the photographers.. and thanks for the tip about leaving the airport, I will definitely have to pass that one along. Thanks,

Hey ladies.. I know I have been MIA, but it was due to work.. but I'm back.. gained 3 lbs.. so I'm really going to hit it extra hard Lisa~ congrats on booking the date.. Im sure you were excited.. I know I was.. I almost cried.. it was like theres no turning back..lol.. V~Im sure this week will be better Ms.D~Are you at golds gym.. I love Body combat and body attack.. Im always sore when I leave either class..Im totally pooped and sore Keep it up Ladies..

I been away from the gym for about 2 wks.. due to work.. .. but did 1 hr latin mix and 30 mins. on the stair master..

Your look great in the dress..