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Topic: RE: QOTD 11/17/04 - Wed
before surgery I had my best friend who lived in NYC (I was in central Mass) who I saw about once a month. I had people I hung out with at work, but that was about it. I spent most evenings alone and had no dates.
This summer after losing most of my weight I moved across the country to Oregon, it turned out to be a completely fresh start to my life. Now I have a ton of friends. Every night there is SOMETHING going on, i just choose to partipate or not. I love my life. I have a great group of friends, and a very tight group of close girlfriends who I love. I still have my best friend back in NYC though not sure how much I"ll be able to see her now.
My social life has improved so much. I can keep up with everyone now, have the energy to stay out late, and can feel confident walking into anyplace like I actually belong there and people aren't looking at me funny. I'm no longer the "fat girl" in the room everyone stares at... or at least that's the way I used to feel.
So yeah, more friends 
Amy
Amy 
Topic: Plastic Surgery Inquiry
Forgive me for my ignorance -- I checked out the message board from those who had surgery about the time I did (10/2003) and I have been wondering about this -- I have lost 150# and it seems to be time to be thinking about plastic surgery. I KNOW insurance isn't going to pay for any of it. Somebody TELL ME I'M WRONG ABOUT THAT.... any info helpful. WAY TO GO LOSERS and LOSERS-TO-BE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Topic: RE: QOTD 11/17/04 - Wed
Thanks for all of your responses. I was just making sure I wasn't the only one who feels a loss other than weight. I was beginning to feel I was the only one.
I'm sorry for all of us this has happened to.
Topic: RE: QOTD 11/17/04 - Wed
Before surgery I had many so called friends that I thought I could count on for anything.But as the weight has come off I have discovered alot of animosity.Some feel that I have cheated and will pay dearly in the end when I gain all the weight back!!!Others feel that I have changed and we have nothing in common,maybe it was the food that we had in common.But since the surgery I got a job and have met the most wonderful people that really support me and never try to sabatage(spelling) me. when we have work functions that include food there is always GBS friendly food.They show a genuine interest in the surgery and my new lifestyle.I took some before pics to work and they just about fell out.No one could believe it was me.One lady cried and hugged me and said she thought I was a wonderfully courages person to have gone thru all this and not be embarrassed to share my story,so others could be educated and be able to better understand the surgery and all that comes w/it so others could learn and maybe be helped by it.
Cathy
Topic: RE: I AM LAYING IT ALL OUT THERE!!!
Hi Jane,
Thank you so much for all of your support and kind words. It means so much to have the support of such a huge amount of people that I do not personally know.
Congrats to your husband on his continued Sobriety.
Adrienne
Topic: RE: QOTD 11/17/04 - Wed
Well I tell ya, like Pam, I really didn't have a lot of friends. I didn't like going anywhere or doing anything. But the friends that I do have, have been there for me since the beginning. Their support has been overwhelming! I am so blessed with the support that I have received from my family and friends that it brings welled-up emotional tears to my eyes! I know, I am so dramatic, but it's the truth! I love all of you, too!!! xoxoxoxo Jane
Topic: RE: I AM LAYING IT ALL OUT THERE!!!
Dear Adrienne,
I'm in tears as I write this to you. Not because I'm sad but because I'm so proud of you. You found the strength to face and take your addiction head-on. That takes a very special and courageous person. I know another courageous person who also had to take his addiction head-on. My husband used drugs and alcohol before I met him. He has been clean for 13 years, now. So, now I know 2 incredibly brave people! Please know that we are always here for you, and you can tell us anything. We will give you all of the support you need, always! I'm sending you a big hug. You take care of yourself and your beautiful children. xoxoxo Jane
Topic: RE: Home FRom PLastic Surgery!!
Wow, Ann! I'm glad that everything went well for you. So your procedure is like a full body lift? Is that right? I hope that you heal fast. Take care. xoxoxoxoxo Jane
Topic: RE: Home FRom PLastic Surgery!!
Congratulations, Ann! I hope you heal quickly... i know you're going to fee SO much better with that 17 lbs of skin gone... keep us updated! Pam
Topic: RE: Love shopping!!!
I love shopping too, Tanya.... I went to Old Navy the other day and was able to buy some shirts. They were xl still but hey, I was never able to buy from there before. My daughters say I'm obsessed but they are glad deep down because they "borrow" most of my shirts too! LOL You're doing great, keep up the good work.
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