New to OH

Hi, my name is Holly, I live in Victoria BC Canada, I had a RnY bypass done May 8, 2006. I have lost 100lbs and have more to lose (about 30) and I think I have stopped losing because while I have done a lot of research and know a lot of info about the surgery and adjustments after, I haven't really connected with a support community. I belonged to my surgeon's group but it was such a bitter place where people felt that they could only fluff others up rather than offer true support and I felt that I had to leave it. Some info on me: I am going to be 51 this December, I have a daughter who is 30 and I am a special needs foster parent to three active boys. I have dogs (sometimes foster for rescue) and I am working on my Master's in counselling psychology. I am 6' tall weighed 321 at my surgery and now weigh around 220 (give or take). I am single and have been forever. So, I hope that there is room on this board for me. I am overwhelmed by the main board, it seems that there is so much going on there, good information maybe not so good for getting to know people. Holly

Welcome Holly I'm so glad you have jumped aboard our message board (excuse the pun!!) I find it is much easier to get to know and make friends here rather than on the main message board, so I usually just hang around here. Feel free to post on any topic - wls related or not. Most of the time we have a laugh, sometimes we disagree, but we all know we are here to support each other on this journey we are on. Feel free to have a look at my profile to get to know a bit more about me. I've lost 91 pounds so far. Started off at 266 am 5ft 6 tall and my first goal is to lose 100 pounds, then get to a normal bmi weight of 154 pounds. After that who knows I would REALLY love to get to 135 as then I would have lost half my body weight, but if I don't get that far I'm ok with that. I've been a slow loser, but am trying to enjoy the journey and the view along the way. Look forward to having you as a friend Ruth

Hi Holly it's a pleasure to meet you.. come on and join the group. we are a pretty good set of folks on here. My name is carla.. i had my surgery the same day you did so we share our surgery anaversaries. very cool. any how. want to know more about us u can always check out our profiles or just ask.. we call check in everyday.

HI Holly Welcome!! Just jump right in!! Everyone here brings alittle something different to the group and there is plenty of room here for you!! Missy

Hi Holly welcome!!!!!!!!!!!! Jean