Thanks, I should just bite the bullitt ant try it. The support group here meets only once and month and is downtown and I haven't been, I may try it sometime, but OA would be good for me. Thanks. Dianne

Thank you for your kindness and sweet words. I have gone to OA off and on but to be fully honest I have not committed myself to the program at this time. I know its there if I need it, but right now I'm not ready. I have however been working with my therapist regularly - and she's an eating disorder specialist. So, I've been working my program that way. If you do decide to do it might I recommend getting a sponsor right away. They are instrumental to guide you into the program. I also remain very active in my WLS support group which I go to most Tuesdays. And I've angeled for 4 people - which has been incredibly rewarding. I wish you the best Dianne, ~Lara

Thanks Dawn, I will try the Gas Ex. Heres to another great year for all of us! Dianne

Thanks Lara, You Too are an amazing lady and and have been a true inspiration to me. I love your advice. Once you said you go to OA, do you still go, I want to start going, can you give me some advice? I've kind of been procrastinating afraid they'll reject me because of the surgery. I need to go. I am a compulsive eater and starting to slip into old patterns. Not good, kind of scary. I want to be accountable for my actions. Dianne 340/170/150

Thanks Dawn!!! I'm hoping that this fall I'll run a half marathon and that next spring I'll be running my first marathon. THANK YOU for the encouragement!! ~Lara