THANK YOU FAMILY AND FRIENDS! We asked OH Members, “Which family member would you like to thank for supporting you in your WLS journey?” Here are just a few of the responses we received. I would like to thank my husband George for being my number one supporter in my
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! Here are three delicious recipes you might want to try at your holiday celebration. Enjoy! Thanksgiving in a Cup Makes: about 16 8-oz cups Don't just think turkey, dressing, corn...think pumpkin pie and all the flavors that go with winter! The best part
Goal of the Month: Thank Someone! Thanksgiving celebrations are filled with family traditions, a variety of delicious dishes, and treasured, lasting memories. Some families include the tradition of going around the table and having each person at their holiday festivities share what they are most thankful for. But how often
Oh, Those Funny Post-op Moments! When visiting the various OH message boards, you are sure to find many posts that inspire, encourage, and support you throughout your weight loss journey. But what would your journey be like if you didn’t laugh along the way? As they say, laughter is the
WOW moments! Congratulations to each of these amazing OH members who have shared some of their favorite WOW moments with us. You have worked so hard to lose and maintain your weight loss. You deserve these Wow moments and many more in the years to come. We’re so proud of
The Top 10 Medical Innovations for 2013: WLS Leads the List! After more than 110 Cleveland Clinic experts nominated 150 emerging technologies to compete for the top 10 breakthrough device and therapy innovations for 2013, the top 10 list has been revealed and weight loss surgery is in the forefront.
Selma grew up in a Jewish family and when her father died, friends and family visited her and her mother to offer condolences. As is their custom, they often brought food. This custom frees the family to grieve their loss and to be surrounded by members of their community without
Loss-A Story of Bariatric Surgery & Divorce by Jasmine Myers OH Username: princess j I was the perfect candidate for bariatric surgery. I was going to shed 200 pounds, become a Victoria’s Secret model, and live happily ever after with my wonderful husband David.* I successfully lost 200 pounds, but
How you can too, plan a great weekly menu. “Poor planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part.” How many times have I heard or read that somewhere? My husband is the king of last minute plans and subsequently deals with things in crisis mode. I
My WLS Journey by Heidi Denker I have been heavy my entire life as far back as I can remember. Being the biggest kid in class from elementary school clear into high school, I considered it a “normal” day when other students made fun of me. Finally, as a
