5 months tomorrow

Hi folks, It has been a long hard 5 months for me but I will be Ok in the long run...just doesn't seem like it right now. I have just updated my profile with new pics taken today of me....my wound....and my hernia. (fairly graphic...not for the weak stomach) I am so glad I had this surgery and have lost 85lbs it is almost a miracle! But I am sorry I had to be one with complications. As I say in my blog...the RNY is great! It is my body that betrayed me and that is what it feels like at this moment. But I will get over this! Thank you all for being here.

Well I sure hope you feel better than you did the pictures I am sure don't say a thing I bet it is bad I am so sorry all this has happened to you that is horrible my Mom went through about the same thing in January but she is better now she finally got hers reclosed in june and what an ordeal... just keep your head up don't be sad it will get better! bye and take care Shirley

I'm sorry you had to be one of the ones with complications too. It's just not fair. I imagine your going through some major frustration and some depression due to this. You know..I think that's normal and it's ok. I am glad you can put on a happy face and tell yourself that it's going to be ok. Because it will be ok in the end. One day at a time...one problem at a time...eventually this will all just be a memory and you'll be able to live your healthier and happier life. Good luck with everything.

Don't feel too bad. My friend that had gastric bypass with me had a stricture for months and just had gallbladder surgery. I had a bowel blockage and complications from surgery for the bowel blockage and ended up in the ICU. But, we are both thinner and happier and don't regret the surgery at all!

Carolyn, Love the new avatar, and new pictures. You've come so far and braved so much over the past 5 months. You're looking healthier and definately on the mend. You're my hero!! --Dave 350/228/205