Yes, it does help me. Thanks a million! I appreciate it! Keke

You're looking beautiful as usual. How's everything going? It's good to see you! Take care. Keke

Hi Cindy, Unfortunately, not everyone is happy for you when you make a life change for the better. You have to remember that others in your life are likely to suffer from the same problems that lead you to seek help like WLS and admitting you are better off often means they have to look at themselves and deal with their own inadequecies. I talk a bit about my experiences in my profile which I invite you to read--I was yelled at by a co-worker and called some ugly names, but I won't let that deter me--I made the best decision in my life to have this surgery. The hardest part is letting go of relationships that don't support you and your life changes. I'm sorry you've also had some hard times with people, I know that their lack of acceptance and support is more painful than what is actually said to you sometimes. I can only recommend that you try to limit your time with these people and try to surround yourself with friends/family that are truly happy for you. I have a hard time just "getting over" what people think so I've made some new friends and changed my relationship with others. I will never apologize or justify my surgery to anyone ever again nor will I say I'm sorry for being successful in admitting my health issues and actually doing something about it. Other people are just that--other people. They have their own issues that you will never be able to work through for them. So be happy with your phenominal success and let "others" go! Best of luck, -Laura

Thanks. I appreciate the advice.

Hi, Lisa. Good luck with the new job; hopefully it will be a good move for you. Hope your 2007 is off to a great start! Kellie