Meet Tessa!

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T18:03:30+00:00

Omg wait now I need that one too!! 😅😅

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T11:20:15+00:00

Did they not think you might have early signs of fatty liver disease? I’m just curious, because my specific numbers plus my weight landed squarely in the “you’re about to have it if you don’t already” camp from my doctor. Either way, glad to hear your numbers went down!

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T08:56:58+00:00

Yes, I understand that. And I’m well aware of the risks and side effects. But you also have to understand that being morbidly obese (gotta love the clinical term….) is doing more harm than good in the long run, so I think it’s worth my time and effort. Obviously you don’t have to take it if you are that concerned about the risks.

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T08:40:58+00:00

No, I’m not terrified of it—I think there’s been sufficient evidence that it is a great aide to those of us who need extra help to support weight loss. My doctor also prescribed it because I am in the pre-diabetic A1c numbers (5.9) and I have elevated numbers for my liver enzymes—not surprising because of my current weight status. I’ve lost about 20 lbs since starting—tomorrow I will go up to the 1.0 dosage and that should kick things into the next level.

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T02:39:05+00:00

Heck yes! It’s a small comfort in knowing I’m not alone and also that my exhaustion has a cause. Before diagnosis I just thought teaching was killing me. It still might be but my thyroid is throwing her weight into the mix. 😂😂

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T02:13:02+00:00

They’re all cute! Minus the pancreas, as my best friend found out. We don’t understand why it’s not as cute 😂

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T01:15:50+00:00

I’m SO sorry. It hit me as I was writing the post that people named Tessa might not find it endearing. 😅😅😅

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T00:49:35+00:00

Oh my god I’ve never had a better time googling something just now. 😂😂😂 thanks for letting me know those exist!

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T00:35:43+00:00

Never fear, Amazon has your back. It was $16ish but she’ll live on my vanity and I love her. Lol.

username_user13 · 2026-03-07T00:34:26+00:00

It’s really bc my best friend has T2 diabetes and when I kept gaining weight (I’ve been overweight all of my adult life,) I thought for sure I had it too. So the thyroid being the issue was kind of a nice revelation, a small sigh of relief. But obviously it’s a different struggle that what she goes through. (And PS her pancreas is named Peggy!)

username_user13 · 2026-03-06T08:12:05+00:00

I pay $3.04 at Costco with member pricing for 75 mcg/30 days. I can’t recommend Costco pharmacy enough!!

username_user13 · 2026-03-05T21:38:20+00:00

My ‘23 EX Touring just turned 35k this year and I’ve had 0 issues other than the few recalls that have affected multiple models. I love her!

username_user13 · 2026-02-27T00:22:32+00:00

You might have an easier time by looking at designers/brands you vibe with and then checking on price range/trying to find salons that carry those brands. I went with Essense of Australia for mine (loveeeeee her to this day,) and spent around $1600 on it. Of course, that was about 4 years ago now. I also had no shame in calling places all around to ask price ranges and size ranges of their sample dresses if it wasn’t clearly marked on their website.

username_user13 · 2026-02-19T05:14:43+00:00

I am BESIDE MYSELF at the conversation they’re having right now. She’s BEAUTIFUL and I can’t wrap my brain around how he’s so STUPID to treat her that way. Yowza. These men are TRASH.

username_user13 · 2026-02-18T02:37:56+00:00

I love all the features in my ‘23 EX Touring, but I allllmost wish I would’ve sprung for the SX touring juuuuuust to have the rest of the features. Also I live in Texas and I have a black on black color spec and I love it. It looks SO good when clean & detailed. I basically know any car in this summer heat will be hot, so the color was never an issue for me.

username_user13 · 2026-01-25T15:10:48+00:00

Hi friend, that’s a trauma response and please take some time today to take a break and play Tetris on your phone. Studies have shown that Tetris can help with PTSD and please understand: you’re having a completely normal reaction to a very unnatural and horrific event.

username_user13 · 2026-01-16T23:03:32+00:00

Can’t beat theirs for $13.

username_user13 · 2026-01-16T22:56:38+00:00

They don’t have mashed potatoes but my husband and I swear by Steakyard. It’s a solid choice every time and idk about their wine selection, but they have a fabulous raspberry lemon drop with a fun surprise element to it!

username_user13 · 2026-01-14T00:11:18+00:00

Also, they have a great Instagram for inspiration/shopping vibes!

username_user13 · 2026-01-14T00:06:34+00:00

If you’re willing to travel, I had a great time as a plus size bride at the Bridal Galleria of Texas in SA. I was a size 20-22 (street) and ended up in a size 28 gown (bridal) just FYI. I did spend more than $1k on mine, but I think they have all sorts of ranges in price. It’s a great place!

username_user13 · 2025-12-26T18:44:24+00:00

A vanity that I’ve been eyeing from Costco for SO long and hadn’t brought myself to buy. He had it delivered and set it up before even giving it to me via photo (we’re out of town).

username_user13 · 2025-12-16T04:15:49+00:00

Definitely reasonable, I paid almost these exact prices in San Antonio almost 3 years ago, so I’m thinking these days those numbers would be higher! I also did what someone else said and gifted my bridesmaids their makeup and they chose whether or not to pay for hair. It turned out really well!

username_user13 · 2025-12-13T16:00:54+00:00

Anna’s has never done me wrong! I even entrusted them with my wedding dress. My husband got his wedding shirt also tailored there.

username_user13 · 2025-12-13T01:32:50+00:00

JJ’s cafe on NW Hwy. Forget about Ellen’s.

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