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  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited June 2009

    Donna, hope you are ok with me borrowing your picture.  Really, no one out on the net lurking would know who it is so I thought it would be ok to use it.  I would never put anything on here to jeapordize anyones privacy.  And, as Wahine said....what happens at Tatties, stays at Tatties.  Cracked me up though Lori saying you were looking for change on the bottom of the pool for the slots....funny!  Lori...good news on the heinyscope.  Hope you have a great time this weekend.  I'm off to the docs to see if my last drain can come out.  It was down to 20mLs so I am hoping that is low enough.  Otherwise I will have to wait until Monday.  Stormy...how is that leg?  Can you get wet yet?  I am going to take a 5 hour shower when this last drain goes.  I might need some scuba equipment myself.  Happy Friday and to all those pulling the slot handle....good luck and may you be buried in coins.  HunkyD

  • Stormy1
    Stormy1 Member Posts: 295
    edited June 2009

    ya'll can be using all that loose change to bet on Cal and Mine That Bird today!

    I can get wet but I can't stand up. My husband bathes me while I practice my moans for his Mother to hear,

  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited June 2009

    Sorry, but I am taking Charitable Man for todays race! HunkyD

  • Stormy1
    Stormy1 Member Posts: 295
    edited June 2009

    Ah well. Good thing we don't have deep pockets in front of the windows. (You can eat your betting money but never bet your eating money.)

  • junie
    junie Member Posts: 784
    edited June 2009

    Summer Bird wasn't on my radar--glad I didn't have any money riding today!!!   Was really hoping Cal would get his triple crown win--maybe next year.   Two glorious days of most beautiful weather here.   And, sending Jocks and Pants around with drinks for everyone--got results of mammo today--all is NORMAL !!   I get so totally freaked out at mammo time--can't stop the terrible "what if it's back" thought process.   I am literally a shaking mess when I go into the room...had a new tech this time who had reviewed my history and talked to me a bit about it and she could tell that I was upset and scared.   She got one film taken but I was so stressed out that I was shaking.   She asked if I wanted to sit in a chair while she did the rest of the films...huh??? you can do that??  She laughed and said--sure--we get women in wheelchairs all the time who need a mammo...

    she had me sit in a chair and it immediately relaxed me and because I was more relaxed, she was able to get a bit more tissue and a better compression.   She retook the first film with me sitting down.    I think it also helped that by sitting down, I was able to lean forward a bit more.   Anyways, tossing out a helpful hint if anyone needs it for their next go-round!

    Happy week-end all!!!

    hugggssss, junie

  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited May 2011

    Great news on your mammo junie.  Kind of nice when medical staff that are responsible for doing the tests actually review someones history, show a little compassion, and make the person really feel a little less anxious. So glad everything went well.  Celebrate!  You deserve it. Thanks for the round of drinks!

    I placed no money on the ponies yesterday either, but just had a little verbal betting with a gal friend of mine and DH.  I was screaming at that damn grey horses' jockey to get him the hell out of the way and ended up getting our dog wound up and barking. She is very protective of me and she couldn't figure out why I was screaming.  I probably caused the neighbors some cause for concern as well. 

    Raining and rotten weather here both days this weekend.  Good days to do nothing.  Last drain is out....YEA!  Everyone please have a great Sunday night and do something nice for yourself.  HunkyD   

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    Oh Stormy, that is SOOOO funny....moaning loud while DH bathes you so his mom can hear...really had me ROFL!!! Can just imagine what she was envisioning....

    junie....REALLY great news on your good mammo report!!! YAY!!! Thanks for the drinks too...they were nice and cold and it is already hot and humid here, so really enjoyed them.

    HunkyD....YAY for you as well....so glad you got your last drain out!!! They are such a PIA! Hope you had your 5 hr shower to celebrate. Funny about your dog getting excited not knowing what you were screaming about. Sorry you have all that rain. It is really pretty here these days, but the hot and humids have settled in for the summer, I'm afraid.

    Anyone else coming to Tunica to celebrate junie's birthday later this month??? Junie and DH will be at Gold Strike and we'll be at Hollywood. Will be nice to finally meet! Where are all the other gals? Seems like just a few of us chatting here at the lounge these days. OH...I get it! They are not spending their time on the computer, they are spending time with our Tattie Tenders...wondered why I couldn't find Jocks or Pants when I needed another drink....but looks like the bar is starting to get crowded....fun party tonight!

    take care everyone.....

    Kathy

  • junie
    junie Member Posts: 784
    edited June 2009

    laffin' almost too hard to type!  Hearing Stormy's moans and groans has me in stitches!!  I am imagining the look on hubby's mother's face when Jocks and Pants rush in to rescue you!!!!

    yea HunkyD--drains be gone!  Now will share my drain story--but first--drinks all around!......my surgeon asked for a daily update on the amount of drainage emptied and what color...my sweet DH declared himself to do drain duty and bless his heart--not sure I could have done it by myself.  So, each night he noted the amount and color and called surgeon the next morning.   When we went in to get the drain removed, she told us between fits of laughter that she had never, NEVER, in all her years received reports like DH called in..........he reported the qty and described the color in terms of fruit juice colors--started out with tomato juice and ended up pink grapefruit juice...anyways, she and her staff looked forward to his daily calls!!!   And, I know your dog!   Ours about knocked me out of my chair this afternoon when I let out a huge shout on Tiger Woods' next-to-last shot....yeah, I enjoy watching golf on TV...

    ...Jocks--Pants--quick--bring me drinks so I quit babbling!!!

    huggggsssssss to ALL (our glorious days haven't lasted long--rain, rain, rain in forecast....grrrrrr)

  • Stormy1
    Stormy1 Member Posts: 295
    edited June 2009

    You all are so much fun. You should have seen the colors DH turned while I was moaning. (Still does)

    Finally we had some sun here on the East Coast, the ground is like a sponge and everything is growing as if it were the tropics. In a few weeks I will be bringing everyone the ubiquitous Zucchinis. Should I plant more corn?

    The deer are out playing with their fawns now all the time. They can be seen alot in the morning and evening and generally anywhere you look hard enough. On second thought I wonder if the corn will make it.

    I'm glad no one broke themselves on the Belmont. We have a dog that's death from the knees down, HunkyD you'd of been dancing on the couch yelling at Dunkirk.

    Finally, the drinks are here.. I'll have to put a bag over my head to compete with all you pretty little things.

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    Awwwww....Stormy that sounds so precious to see the deer and their fawns!!! Yes, bring all the zucchini you want to when you harvest them...we love grilling them, along with cauliflower and green beans. Actually, DH grills them in the oven too, and now cauliflower is my fav...and I used to not like it. Just get the oven to 425 and spread the vegs in a flat pan drizzled w/ olive oil, and s&p...about 30 min or so...till they get very browned...can turn them after 15 min. Yummy!

    Ok....it is now officially after 5 pm here...so since I am not a tee-totaler anymore (need to get back on that diet though), am getting ready to ask Pants for a nice, cold Seagrams/Diet Coke...with cherries of course! (Actually I only get cherries added once in a while). But, come on down to the bar and join me....they're mixing up all sorts of drinks right now! And this is a very special Happy Hour....they are all "on the house". Pau Hana!!!!

    Cheers,

    Kathy

  • goldie0827
    goldie0827 Member Posts: 6,835
    edited June 2009

    Did I win, did I win????  LOL

    Well big congrats to Hunky on the drain removal and Junie for your mamo results. Good things we like to hear.

    Stormy - too funny on the moaning, but how sweet that DH still turns colors! Hope you leg isn't hurting too bad. As for the deer, you can keep them. I wish I could send you mine! They just eat all my flowers and the few veggies we are trying grow. We did get the fence up, and they haven't gotten in.......yet!

    Well, while down in Phoenix, besides having a great time, we went shopping. I got lots of new clothes, looked at wedding rings, and got my wedding dress. Found one at Dillards, marked down from 240.00 to, get this......a whopping 72.00! And, every morning when I woke up, there was a cup of cappuccino sitting on my night stand. Never knew there was a cappuccino fairy! On the way home, stopped at one of our favorite nurseries and bought several plants. Not sure when I will be able to get them in the ground as Darrell wants to go back this coming weekend, for more ring shopping. There isn't any where to shop up here where we live.

    Well, I best get to the bar as I see lots of drinks waiting for me. (Altho it is only 6 am) But I guess there is no time here at the TTL.

    Bottoms Up

    Lori

  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited May 2011

    Stormy....the moaning story is absolutely wonderful.  My husband keeps 7 paces away from me at all times when his mother is visiting.  Very good on your part Stormy!  My husband would have shit.  You never give me anthing but a grin from ear to ear girl! 

    LorI....wedding dress pic request. I bet it is lovely.  I swear I won't photo paint it or anything, but I'll bet everyone would really like to see it. Even if you want, show it on the hanger, I know I still get quite sentimental about those kind of romantic chapters of a wedding!  Also can't wait to see a ring.  How exciting. 

    Wahine...I am not working, can I still join Pau Hana?  Pants.....bring us all a round please. 

    junie...loved your husbands commitment of his measurments and visuals of the JP drains.  I'll bet your surgical staff did get a real chuckle about what they might hear from day to day.  Hope today finds everyone fit and fine.  I enjoy you all so much.  HunkyD

  • CAZ
    CAZ Member Posts: 94
    edited June 2009

    Hi Gang,

    Sorry I've neglected the lounge for so long.  Work is crazy and we've been painting the dining room the yummiest watermelon rind green.

    Lori, I'm so sorry I missed your Phx visit.  We were at the cabin in Pine enjoying the last of the chilly weather.  Glad you found a dress.  I'm with Hunky, lets see a picture.

    Hunky, drains are the worst.  What a relief about the pathology report.  We love B9.  I, too, adore your photoshopping.  Keep us snorting our brews.

    Wahine, glad you're off the wagon.  Wasn't there a liver enzyme issue at one point.  Yea for healthy livers.  I still haven't been swimming yet.  I've had a small area from my last surgery that has just now closed.  Next week I get nipple tattoos, so it will be a while longer.

    Junie, my husband would have fainted to see the drains, poor wimp.  It's a good thing I'm flexible.  I hope you girls have a great visit.  Where is Tunica?

    Stormy, I love the wild creatures.  Last week we had a kangaroo rat huddled against the sliding glass door taunting my poor house cat.  I hope you're back on your feet soon.

    Casinogirl, I had a great blackjack run about 5 years ago, but nothing since.  I guess that's why they call it gambling instead of investing.  I hope your due for a hot streak.  Speaking of hot streaks, Jocks I'll take a mimosa please.

    Cheers to all.

    Carol

  • goldie0827
    goldie0827 Member Posts: 6,835
    edited June 2009

    Here is my very expensive (72.00) wedding dress. Hope everyone is doing well.

    Carol, I am sorry we missed each other too. Probably passed one another! We are coming back this weekend, to do more ring shopping. Taking my digital camera with me this time.

    Stormy and Hunky, hope you are both feeling good and not in much pain.

    Trying to do this quick, so big hugs to everyone!

    Lori

    Wedding dress

  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited June 2009

    Wow Lori, thanks so much for posting.  The dress is awesome.  I can't believe it was only $72.  I love the sheer bolero (?) jacket.  I just think it is so feminine and elegant. You did great on that shopping excursion.  Hope you find a ring you like too.  I am feeling better after my last surgery and gearing up for my next one on Tuesday.  Either I am spending more time on here or it seems like things around the lounge are slowing down.  Nice to see CAZ back this morning.  I was wondering if some other bar around here was offering free peanuts at happy hour or something.  Whatever...I LOVE IT HERE!  Take care all.....HunkyD

  • junie
    junie Member Posts: 784
    edited June 2009

    Lori--simply GEEORGEEEEOUSSSSS dress!   So pretty!   Can't wait to see a pic of you wearing it.   When/where is the big day?   If you've posted that prior, I somehow missed the details.   Lots of good news in T.T. land!   Hugggssss and drinks all around!!!

  • goldie0827
    goldie0827 Member Posts: 6,835
    edited June 2009

    Hunky, I love it here too. Love it when it's buzzin, and also like when it's quiet. Because that means we are busy doing other things. Well, hopefully that is what it is. We don't like to hear that someone hasn't been around because of something not so good. Anyways, best of luck to you on Tuesday. What are you having done? Free peanuts somewhere else wouldn't get me to leave Tatties.

    Junie, I did post earlier. I think you might have been gone. Wedding is in Oct, in Hawaii. Was suppose to do it last year, but cancer put the kabosh on that.

    Thanks for compliments on the dress. I think I did pretty good. I emailed a salon yesterday, that is on the morning news every Monday doing make overs. Well about 2-3 hours after I emailed, they called me. I was so excited. I have an appt July 10 for a make over. Having my hair and make up done. Carol, it's Rolf's in Scottsdale. I am sure you have heard of it. Just wondering if you have heard anything bad? Up here, there really isn't any good places to go for somethng like that.

    Take care girls, and have great weekend

  • junie
    junie Member Posts: 784
    edited June 2009

    Lori, hmmmm, may have a faint memory of these plans--Hawaii sounds familiar!    Have only been to Hawaii once, Maui, and it was breathtakingly beautiful!  I blame Jocks and Pants for my fuzzy memory!!!   The makeover sounds like a lot of fun--how great that you called and got picked!!!   You sound like me--living kind of in the boonies--our nearest town that has a movie theater is about an hour away--they change flicks once every two weeks to a month!  Thank god for Netflix.  Most all shopping is done over the internet--I laughingly call the UPS delivery guy my new best friend!

    We had another afternoon of intense storms--listened to tv warn about rotation and hooks and hail and who needs to be taking cover...wanted to run to our bar and take cover but we'd shut down computer because a couple nights ago another storm fried something and took hubby a day to figure out and replace the cables.  All is clear for now.  We got almost an inch of rain in less than an hour...yeah, like we need more rain!

    so, bellying up to the bar to visit and then head out to the pool to watch for scuba divers and cannonballers!

    hugggsssssss to all!!!!!

  • Stormy1
    Stormy1 Member Posts: 295
    edited June 2009

    The dress is so beautiful. I can't wait to see all of the pictures. It is a dress, Lori, that will truly make you a princess.

    Hunky D I shall be praying for you on Tuesday; sitting next to you and holding your hand.

    So my sx almost 3 wks ago was to put that big steel rod and all those screws in my legs. No cast but a boot to get about in. Last week they removed all thr staples and sutures. My pain has gradually been diminishing although still a challenge. I started working with Cooper every day on foot which is hard when you have crutches. However we have a good time. Then yesterday, 4 mths from the day of our accident, I RODE MY BEAUTIFUL CHESTNUT HORSE! He was a little bouncy in spots and I am so weak.  Pants and Jocks- set the ladies up with one from Cooper and I.. Life is Grand.

  • goldie0827
    goldie0827 Member Posts: 6,835
    edited June 2009

    Hunky, good luck tomorrow. I'll take a seat next to Stormy. Pants & Jocks said they would come too. They can sit on the other side! I am not sure what you are having done, but please let us know asap that everything is ok. HUGS

    Stormy, For Gods sake, please be careful! We don't need Cooper tossing you again and your not healed from the first one!

    Junie, I did not, nor did I want, to be picked for the tv makeover. They called just to set me up an appointment. I am sure it is just because they want the sale. Which is fine. I wasn't looking for handouts, and told them that up front, and that I had planned on paying. I was surprised that they called back within a couple of hour tho! As for "kinda" living in the boonies. There is no "kinda" on our end. We are on 80 acres, that was just dirt when we bought it 10 yrs ago. There are no phone lines or electricity. We have solar, well, telular for phones and satelite for tv & computer.

    Here is a pic of the ring. Not the best, but you can see it. There is a marquee diamond in the center, you have to look close to make it out.

    ring

    Toasting Hunky

    Lori

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    Oh Stormy, I can only imagine how FANTASTIC it was to get to ride your beloved Cooper again!!! I hope you did not "overdo", but know how long you have waited to do that. I hope you continue healing well and soon you can ride whenever you want to! Um...Pants and Jocks...a big Bloody Mary (or whatever) for Stormy....and keep em coming...I'll have one with you.

    CAZ, the mimosas sound good too! Can you tell I just woke up? Actually I need breakfast first. How cool that you will have your tatts this week. Did you have the nips made also, or are these the 3D tatts? I hope to schedule the 3D tatts later on, maybe in the fall so I can go to MakeUpChick in Asheville...leaves are so brilliant then. I am so used to this "barbie doll" no nipples look, that it will be strange to have them completed. Also it is neat to wear whites etc and still no bra, so I sure don't want them too dark! Did you get to pick your color? Nice to have you joining us again. What a fun color for your dining room! Oh and yes, I did have elevated liver enzymes (you have a G8 memory!) last yr, but it seems to have been from the surgery and all those meds...was fine when retested later. Thanks for thinking of that!

    Lori, Oh what a gorgeous dress!!! You will look so fabulous in that! And your ring is sooo beautiful!!! Similar in design to my ring.....although I haven't worn it in yrs cause I was skinny when we married 11 yrs ago...but now it won't fit.... :(  I did start that "eating plan" yesterday, so no drinks for awhile. (Don't worry junie, I will not stick to that in Tunica!). But I get paranoid when my rings are too tight and I can't get them off when I want to, so I just leave them off. Did you decide where in Hawaii you will get married? And where you will stay? That would be wild if I were there visiting my parents at the same time. But right now we are going to Australia with them thru late Sept, so not sure bout Oct at the moment. Oh, this is so cool (off subject too...lol)....we have some relatives still in AUS that we didn't know about...they found us a yr or two ago..and I am getting in touch with more and more of them online. Right now they are planning a big "barbie" when we are there....that will be so cool. Now I am learning about our English/Australia side of the family (Dad's) and all the interesting tidbits of long ago. I usually just concentrate on the Portuguese side from Madeira (invented ukulele), cause it has been so interesting. Apparently they always referred to us as the "exotic Hawaiian side of the family"! Anyway, please share the wedding details when you have them, as I think all of us like to hear about such happy events. I know your hair and makeup will look great...Scottsdale has such amazing places. Can you imagine the party we will have at HTL for your wedding??? Oh, and we need to have a really fun bachelorette party before you leave for HI..I am sure Pants and Jocks can put on a good show for us....lol.

    HunkyD, I am joining the others in wishing you the best results on Tuesday!! We will be at the bar drinking to you....and praying for all to go well. I love this place too...so much fun, and such neat gals here....and I love how our bar has EVERYTHING we could want...and good looking Tattie Tenders to boot! Please let us know how you are as soon as possible after your surgery!!! Oh, and OF COURSE you can join the pau hanas...it means "through with work" or "after work", which can also mean any work for the day...housework, etc! So basically I interpret it to mean at 5 pm or later...even if I still work at home (retired) afterwards...just a happy time!

    junie, Will your storms ever end??? You have had it much worse than we have, although I am so tired of the rain too. Impossible to get caught up on outside repairs, painting, etc. I am glad you are ok, and that your DH was able to get the computer back up and running. What would we do without our computers!!! Even my parents (92 and 88) use their computers everyday and are lost when they don't work. I can't wait to see you!!!  :)

    Sorry I was not here for a few days. We had my DD and g'kids here, and you can imagine how hectic that was. I just cannot think when 3 kids are talking (LOUDLY) at the same time....wonder why?! And one had a hi fever and got sick, but thankfully was well by the time they left (10 hr drive), as she went to asthma camp the next day, and had to be well 24 hrs beforetime. Her asthma is quite bad and I am so glad she was selected for this camp....nice to be with others and learn more ways to control it... and have fun too! Someone asked where Tunica is...it is just below Memphis (about 30 mi?), in northern MS....was a cottonfield yrs ago...now has 10(?) very large casinos, (one has 3 hotels!)...easy to get comps..and I heard it is the 3rd largest gaming area in the US. Now maybe someone will want to join us!

    Okolehao (Bottoms Up),

    Kathy

  • hunkydory
    hunkydory Member Posts: 722
    edited June 2009

    Glad everyone is doing so well.  Stormy, glad you're saddled back up, but I am with Lori.  BE CAREFUL!  A summer back on crutches is going to make you mighty sour if Cooper dumps you again.  We all know even the best of riders aren't immune to getting thrown from a 1200lb thoroughbred.  Junie, sounds like you do kind of live in what we call the "sticks!"   I am a Netflix subscriber too.  It costs so much to go to the movies these days anyway.  I'll take sitting back with a cold drink of choice in my own house any day.  Also, for entertainment, we've always got our TT Lounge and there is bound to be some activity from time to time here.  Lori, beautiful ring too.  I am like wahine, haven't been wearing mine much cause it is just a bit tight on the finger these days.  I am going to lose that extra weight one of these days. I'm blaming it on Tamoxifen.  Wahine, hope your g-daughter found some fun, friends, and good info on living with her asthma at the camp.   CAZ....painting?!!!!  One of my least favorite things.  It does sound like a very pretty color however.  DH always makes me do the trim and cutting in.  A lot of hard work but it sure is nice when it's done. We have some thirsty walls here, but it is going to have to wait for quite a while now. 

    Thanks to all for the well wishes for my surgery.  I am going in for free Tram (breast recon.) surgery tomorrow morning.  I am just praying to avoid necrosis, infections, seromas, and all that other nasty sh$t that goes along with surgery and hospital stays.  I am pretty nervous about it, so I hope you all will have a drink and a prayer for me.  Speaking of seroma....that sounds like it should be some sort of nice white table wine instead of what it really is.  Anyway, I will have DH bring the laptop to the hospital and will check in when I can remember who I am.  The morphine is kind of like some of the shots Pants and Jocks serve here at Tatties....you don't remember a damn thing.  Pretty weird going back in this soon for surgery but will be glad to get this one done.  Pants just told me I should be ok having a couple beers tonight.  So, here one comes now....gawd I love that man.  Happy Monday ......hugs and chugs to you all.....HunkyD    

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    HunkyD, I will join you in a beer (yeungling (sp)? especially)...glad you are having some drinks tonight! Didn't realize you were having the free Tram surgery and will be sending thoughts and prayers your way tomorrow! Maybe your DH will let us know how you are doing? Remember to take it REAL EASY during recovery...and let DH and others wait on you as much as possible! I think you could recover nicely under the palm trees by our pool, and we could visit with you and  Pants and Jocks could bring you whatever you desire. Doesn't that sound relaxing....as long as we refrain from splashy cannonballs, that is! Have a good nights sleep, and we will be thinking of you and praying for you....God Bless!

    Kathy

  • goldie0827
    goldie0827 Member Posts: 6,835
    edited June 2009

    Hunky, just stopping by to wish you the best of luck today. Sending prayers your way and wishing you a speedy recovery. God Bless.

    Kathy, such the jet setter! Going to Australia, and staying thru Sept. When are you leaving? Have fabulous time!

    My rings are a little tight too, but I can still wear them. Since it is a new ring, it is sized appropriately. But a size larger than my others. I do believe the weight gain is from the Arimidex. I have an extra 10 pounds, that no matter what I do, I can not get rid of. Thank goodness I am 5' 9" and just look a little chunky at 155 lbs. But, oh how nice it would be if I could get down to 135, like I was 5 yrs ago. Not thinking that is going happen!

    I am nervous about the makeover. I know they are going to cut my hair! I am trying to get it long again! I just hope they don't want to cut too much off, so I don't have to go through this awkward stage. And OMG, SOOOOO CURLY! Stormy, your diagnosis was in 03. How did your hair come back, and where is it now? I know Donna's (casino girl) hair looks rather normal, and cute, I might add. I have heard that your normal hair comes back after about 18 months. Has anyone else heard this? These curls are quite hard to tame! (and I HATE them)

    Junie & Kathy, when is the big get together. Requesting pictures in advance.

    Cheers to all my girlfriends

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    HunkyD, Like Lori and all of us here, I have been thinking of you today and sending prayers your way. I hope everything went really, really well today, and you are recovering as expected. Remember you don't have to endure all that pain...ask for pain meds when needed...not the time for you to be strong. Too bad Pants can't come there with a strong, strong, and yummy drink. But in time...in time!

    Lori, We aren't going to Australia till the end of Aug, but I didn't know if I would be traveling to HI in Oct or not...probably not. A real bummer about that drug causing weight gain...glad yours is only 10-20 that you would like to lose, though. I have gained....drum roll please....are you ready for this...40 pounds in 11 years!!!!! And no drugs to blame...just stress probably. ANyway, I started back on that "eating plan" (as I like to call it), and hoping to get healthier and drop some pounds too. It is a good book..."The Fat Resistance Diet" by Leo Galland. Should lower cholesterol, etc., as you eat all the super foods....but what is great is that the recipes are sooooo yummy! Just takes a lot of prep time though with all the chopping, etc...everything is fresh. Can't help you with the hair question---I didn't have chemo or rads. Is that your "before" hair in your avatar? Soooo pretty!!! If you really want to keep your hair long, maybe you can request that they try to keep it s long as possible. And the Tunica get-together is next week! Probably Tuesday, the 23rd, or between the 22nd and 24th.

    Cheers to all, esp to HunkyD,

    Kathy

  • junie
    junie Member Posts: 784
    edited June 2009

    Hugs to HunkyD--thinking of you today!

    Lori, prior to chemo, I had real thick, very straight hair that was mostly a silvery gray.   My hair came back dark brown, totally different texture, and CURLY--I'd never had curls before (except those dreadful kiddie perms that my mom forced on me!)   At first, I hated the curls--then, really grew to enjoy them!   But, after a couple years on Tamoxifen, the curls went away, hair is still mostly brown but getting some mousy gray--nothing like the prior silver.   My hair is now really thin and the texture is still very fine.   I miss my pre-chemo hair so much.   It is amazing to me how many different experiences people have when their hair comes back in after chemo.  Someone told me I wouldn't know what my hair would really be like until I'd been finished with the Tamoxifen for a couple of years...so, we'll see if it changes again in the next year or so!!

    getting excited to meet Wahine--wish we were meeting in Australia!!!!

  • jules4evr39
    jules4evr39 Member Posts: 121
    edited June 2009

    Sittn' here sippn' my wine and found this thread...lol...its great..I read back through a few weeks so maybe I will know whats going on here...been wondering if I should still be drinkn' my wine..I guess I know the answer now!!!    Time for a refill...jules

    O yeah...this thread is really tickln' me and yes I'm southern..almost spelt that Suthern...lol

  • wahine
    wahine Member Posts: 7,590
    edited June 2009

    Hi jules, and Welcome to The Hot Tatties Lounge!!!! Nice to have you here with us. Have you gone back far enough to see the pics of The HTL and the Banana Hammock (swim up pool bar) and our super cute "Tattie Tenders" (bartenders) Pants and Jocks??? Boy we all had fun thinking up names, and adding amenities. All the drinks are "on the house" so order whatever you want! Oh, and sometimes you can talk Pants or Jocks into giving you a foot or back massage...heavenly.

    Cheers!

    Kathy

  • CAZ
    CAZ Member Posts: 94
    edited June 2009

    Hey Hunky:  I'll be thinking about you today and as you heal.  I hope you are comfortable if not coherent.  We can't wait until you can lift your hands to the keyboard again and show us more of your creations.  I also hope Pants and Jocks help you out while you temporarily have the reach of T Rex.

    Kathy:  I had nipple construction in January, but had a couple of unexpected surgeries that delayed the tattoos.  My PS does her own tattoos.  I don't know if that's good or bad.  My nips have such little protrusion that a camisole is all I need for decency.  I love that.

    I think the moderators removed our picture of Pants and Jocks a while back, Jules.  Needless to say, they're edible.  Welcome to the Lounge.

    Stormy:  I hope Cooper is a gentleman as you gain your strength back.  It must feel wonderful riding again.

    Lori:  I'm a little ashamed to say I've never heard of Rolf's.  I hate having my hair touched and prefer to wear it in a pony tail for work, so I hit Cost Cutter a couple of times a year.  I spend more on wine in a month than I spend on my hair in a year.  We all have our priorities.  I love your ring.  It looks like a formidable weapon to boot.

    Well ladies, I've got chores to do before we're off to the brewpub this evening.  See you around.

    Carol(AZ)

  • jules4evr39
    jules4evr39 Member Posts: 121
    edited June 2009

    I saw the banana hammockand the table in the pool.. I went to Jamaica last year...at Jimmy Buffets margaritaville they had sitting and drinking in the pool and a huge slide that everyone seems to go down it naked..the guys go crazy when a chic splashes down naked...no men doing it though....too nauseated tonight formy wine...bummer... I'll just bartend tonight!!!!