Re: Too ashamed to go

Wendy W.
on 4/15/04 5:59 am - Charlotte, NC

Dear Sonya, Frayer, Donna, Bobbie, Elanor, LaDonna, and Elizabeth, I'm sorry to write a group reply to all your kindness, but I think I can only do this once. Also, I re-positioned the origional message cuz it was about to fall off the page and I didn't want y'all to think I did not appreciate the very kind replies. I told my mom about some of the clothing options presented to me by you guys, and she said, "It would probably be best if you didn't come, I'm not sure the church chairs could take your size". There it is. Thanks for sending so much love my way, Wendy W

Barbara M.
on 4/15/04 6:44 am - Clayton, NC

Revision on 07/12/04

I guess I must be a tough old bird because now a team of wild horses could not keep me away.....I would get just as dolled up as I possibly could , turn the other cheek and attend....hold your head up high and know that you are LOVED and you are SPECIAL......GOD bless you and know that GOD loves you more than anyone else ever could...You are His child...First and foremost....and forever....for all time and eternity.

Wendy W.
on 4/15/04 6:46 am - Charlotte, NC

Oh Barbara, I wish I have you courage. You already have been an

to me!! love, Wendy W

Gina Beana
on 5/1/06 4:03 am - Wilson, NC

VBG on 10/25/04

Laura, I definitely know how you feel. I can eat pretty good sized portions at times as well. Working out will def. help you burn off the extra calories, however I will forewarn you that the harder your workouts, the more voracious your appetite will become. I have pretty much worked out from the first month out of surgery, and I have always had a good appetite. I also eat a little something every 2-3 hours. It is really scary at times, because I am soooooo scared of gaining and going back the other direction. After speaking with a nutritionist, I have found that theres nothiing wrong with eating smaller meals more frequently throughout the day, as long as you are making good choices for the most part. (nobody's perfect all the time) I also weigh myself every single day. I have done this everyday of my life since gastric bypass though. I know that this dosen't work for everyone, but it is my way of always keepiing track of the good , the bad, and the ugly. Best of luck to you, just know that you are not alone in your feelings. Just keep on doing the right things, and you should be fine. It is normal to be able to eat larger portions at this point. I have also heard many people rave about fit day journals and such that keep track of your calories etc, maybe this would be agood option for you as well. Hope at least something I've said can be of some help to you. Best wishes!!!! Gina

Frayer T.
on 4/15/04 7:16 am - Greensboro, NC

Dear Wendy, I am so sorry that your mom replied in that manner but I'm just stubborn enough I would go or burst. I don't know what else to say but know that you are loved by many just on this site. I love you!! God bles, Frayer