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Topic: RE: Ups and downs
Cathy,
Sending you out all sorts of positive energy and a big giant squeezy hug (not too tight though, cuz your bad back and all.....but the sentiment is the same).
I know that chronic pain is a horrible, and I pray that your recovery will continue to progress. I'm sure you will find creative ways to use your education, even if you can't be on your feet doing massage (maybe instructing, leading relaxation and the such?)
You will get back on track, just try to remain focused on the positives. You have better health due to wls...you have a wonderful man....and lots of friends here in cyber space who care about you.
Take care lady!
Hugs,
Kathy
Sending you out all sorts of positive energy and a big giant squeezy hug (not too tight though, cuz your bad back and all.....but the sentiment is the same).
I know that chronic pain is a horrible, and I pray that your recovery will continue to progress. I'm sure you will find creative ways to use your education, even if you can't be on your feet doing massage (maybe instructing, leading relaxation and the such?)
You will get back on track, just try to remain focused on the positives. You have better health due to wls...you have a wonderful man....and lots of friends here in cyber space who care about you.
Take care lady!
Hugs,
Kathy
Every morning in Africa
It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
Every morning inAfrica
It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve.
It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle
when the sun comes up you'd better be running.
RNY 2/9/09 Buh bye Gallbladder 8/28/09; 100% EWL (181 lbs.) on 2/19/10;
It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed.
Every morning in
It knows that it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve.
It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or a gazelle
when the sun comes up you'd better be running.
RNY 2/9/09 Buh bye Gallbladder 8/28/09; 100% EWL (181 lbs.) on 2/19/10;
Topic: RE: Ups and downs
Sweetie, we all falloff the wagon. Hell Im pregnant, and probably eat a ton of things I shouldnt but luckily pregnancy only lasts 40 weeks. Then I will jump back on the wagon and eat like I should. Dont get me wrong, I dont eat all junk, just mostly fruit and veggies....baby doesnt like meat/eggs or anything protein related. lol
I hope everything gets better for you and Ill keep you in my prayers!
I hope everything gets better for you and Ill keep you in my prayers!
Topic: Ups and downs
It's been a minute since I have been on here and checked out the board and to see how everyone has been doing. I have been injured since January 10th and basically have been in bed besides getting up to use the bathroom or go to my doctors. I have a bulging disk in my back and also bone degeneration with osteoarthritis. I have come such a long way but yet I have a huge obstacle to overcome at this moment. I have not been able to exercise and I went through a period where the depression hit in and I ate a few things that I shouldn't have. I am trying to get back on track and keep positive. I will be going through five months of physical therapy and if that does not help I will end up needing surgery. I have gone through the ups and downs because I may end up losing my career as a massage therapist. 15,000.00 down the tubes on education that I am still paying off and I may not be able to have a career in a field that I actually like. I wanted to pursue more and become an occupational therapist and work with paraplegic children but I am now unable to. SO now I get things happen for a rhyme or reason. That I will be able to handle it. Stress all in itself but I am definitely trying to make the best of it all. Starting to think about my next step in life and what I would sincerely like to do. Have a lot on my mind and hoping for all the best. I hope everyone is doing great on their weight loss and I pray your all successful in getting to your goals. I still have hope even though it's past the year mark that one day I will be able to get to my personal goal as well.
Many wishes and prayers for you all.
~Cathy~
Many wishes and prayers for you all.
~Cathy~
Topic: RE: Has it been a year already... what will year 2 bring?
This is when we stay determined never to go back to what we were this time last year. I will weigh religiously and make sure that once I get there, I maintain within five pounds of goal, forever. For year two and for the rest of my life. Congrats to us all.
MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
L
V'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
Topic: Its been an adventure ...
... but its time to wish everyone the best and say good bye.
Hits to this board are rare these days so I guess most of us have moved on. I'm still struggling, but I will cut loose this last twenty or so pounds. My ideal weight of 131 lbs awaits me.
Last year the focus was on my body. This year the focus is on the head issues that lead to obesity and could send me right back.
Be ever vigelent. Remember your basics. Bear in mind we must work our programs forever. Much luv and all the best to you everyone
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Hits to this board are rare these days so I guess most of us have moved on. I'm still struggling, but I will cut loose this last twenty or so pounds. My ideal weight of 131 lbs awaits me.
Last year the focus was on my body. This year the focus is on the head issues that lead to obesity and could send me right back.
Be ever vigelent. Remember your basics. Bear in mind we must work our programs forever. Much luv and all the best to you everyone
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MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
LV'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
Topic: RE: WHAT WERE YOU WEARING 12 MONTHS AGO? WHAT ARE YOU WEARING NOW?
Love the single digit sizes!
Topic: RE: WHAT WERE YOU WEARING 12 MONTHS AGO? WHAT ARE YOU WEARING NOW?
One year ago i was busting out of 28 pull up jeans and now I am size 8 and they are getting a little big.
Hugs Gail
Hugs Gail
Topic: Has it been a year already... what will year 2 bring?
So my one year flew past last week... I can hardly believe it. I am so close to goal its killing me. I made it thru the winter and stayed pretty active and now that the weather is starting to change I will be spending more time cycling outdoors. I am still struggling with comments about the amount of weight I have lost; I give most people the benefit of the doubt that they have the best intentions. But, REALLY if I gained weight no one would say a darn thing.
I starting to think about plastics and if I really need any "work" done. I have no chest for the most part but the bras from VS do a fine job of adding shape. My legs are what bother me the most right now but I have started to notice that they too are changing. Plastics have got to be pricey and I really would prefer to not spend the $$ if I don't need to. I just keep praying that my youthfulness and supplements are going to help my skin retract.
I have been supporting a few co-workers as they begin their journey to WLS and it feels great to share this with someone else. I know the pain of feeling alone in the world and I would hate for any one else to go thru it.
I still haven't really shared with my east coast family that I had WLS and I don't think I will. I hardly ever see them and unless someone dies or my baby sister gets married I doubt I will making a trip back east. I think that now that I am this far out I could "hide" it pretty well from everyone... shared meals would be hard but I could find ways to disguise my lack of eating.
I am starting to wonder what the next year will bring as far as the WLS is concerned and what happens to us as time passes? I guess that is a great question for an "old timers" board, but if anyone knows please share.
Hope all is well!
I starting to think about plastics and if I really need any "work" done. I have no chest for the most part but the bras from VS do a fine job of adding shape. My legs are what bother me the most right now but I have started to notice that they too are changing. Plastics have got to be pricey and I really would prefer to not spend the $$ if I don't need to. I just keep praying that my youthfulness and supplements are going to help my skin retract.
I have been supporting a few co-workers as they begin their journey to WLS and it feels great to share this with someone else. I know the pain of feeling alone in the world and I would hate for any one else to go thru it.
I still haven't really shared with my east coast family that I had WLS and I don't think I will. I hardly ever see them and unless someone dies or my baby sister gets married I doubt I will making a trip back east. I think that now that I am this far out I could "hide" it pretty well from everyone... shared meals would be hard but I could find ways to disguise my lack of eating.
I am starting to wonder what the next year will bring as far as the WLS is concerned and what happens to us as time passes? I guess that is a great question for an "old timers" board, but if anyone knows please share.
Hope all is well!
~M
You must do the thing which you think you cannot do.
~~Eleanor Roosevelt
You must do the thing which you think you cannot do.
~~Eleanor Roosevelt
Topic: RE: Last update on this page...
Thanks OA,
You take care too. Probably see you on the Plastic surgery page next. Seems like thats the next step for alot of us...
You take care too. Probably see you on the Plastic surgery page next. Seems like thats the next step for alot of us...
Topic: RE: my 1 year out
24 lbs lost prior to surgery
You are doing excellent. I am on about the same path, also. I have around 30 lbs to goal, after one year. I need to get some updated pics on here. My avatar is updated, but my webpage needs some current photos. I watched your video and it was EXCELLENT. Thanks for sharing your journey!
Linda
Linda
24 lbs lost prior to surgery
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