Things I am thankful for

Hello Gang: Well I got up this morning and got on the scale and nothing the scales have not backed up not an ounce. It's enough to make you . Then I decided that instead of being depressed I won't to give thanks for what has happened so far. I had an ingrown toe nail this week and I was able to cut it out. For it has been a long, long time since I could even reach my toes, let alone stay in the position required to preform this task. I can now tie my shoes without coming up for air 4 times. When I check my blood pressure and it is 110/70 constantly, without taking BP meds anymore. When I have gone from a 3xl shirt to an xl, From a 48 pants to a 42, from a 3xl pair of sweat pants to a large, even when I realize that I don't have to take cholesterol meds anymore because mine has dropped from 240 to 160. When I think that now I have to worry about getting enough to eat instead of worring about how much I eat and having a heart attack from all the fats that clog your arteries I for joy as heart desease is a family trait and my Dad had open heart surgery twice before he died and my brother who is 2 years younger than I, has had OH surgery several years ago. Yet when I had a heart cath. done I had no blockage. When I check my blood sugar level and it stays around 80 even though diabetes runs in my family. How blessed am I and I know that I am getting better because I am eating healthier living healthier. So just because The scales might not have moved this week but I have a lot to be thankful for. (Also I found out this week that I am no longer morbidly obese, I am now only severely obese and when is it that we celebrate that, only when it is better than where you were!) I guess in the whole realm of things we losers really have a lot to be thankful for and so it is with this, that I before the Lord Jesus Christ in Awh of what he has used Dr. Freeman to help accomplish in my life and for all that is to come I am sooo sooo Thankful. So what about all of you, what have you got to be thankful for? Let's hear it. Your Loser Friend, James

Hi James, what an inspiration that was for me. I am thankful that minus 69 pounds, I was able to cross country ski with my husband last week, bought size 16 jeans and ...I tucked in my shirt. What a big deal that was for me. I would never, ever do that before. I am thankful that my kids can put their arms around me for a hug, and I am so thankful that I am no longer considered having high blood pressure or diabetes. I am also thankful that my Doctor put on my chart that I am "a normal female" (ok, maybe not that one!! LOL). I also am thankful that the lord enabled my dr. to perform my surgery so well that I have no complications and he has made it possible for me to live a fruitful life. Keep up the good work! Cheryl

Thank you James for making us stop and think about ALL of our blessings! I too have so much I am thankful for.As a two time cancer survivor,each and every new day is a gift! I am thankful that I no longer have to take medication for diabetes or high blood pressure!! I am thankful that I have lost nearly 100 pounds since August! I am thankful for my family and my wonderful husband who give me so much love and support.I am thankful for a great job and awesome co-workers.Most of all I am thankful for The Lord Jesus Christ who loved me and gave himself for me. He has given me the strenghth to overcome so many trials in my life!!! I am also thankful for this site and all of the "December" people who help and encourage me and others!! So thank you James for helping us to stop and smell the roses!!! Love,Melinda (Kaye)

Thank you James for reminding us to count our blessings. I am thankful that I can cross my legs again. I can see my feet, cut my own toe nails. I am most thankful that my lower back pain has improved and that I'm on 1/2 the Pain Meds. I am thankful that I can walk a long time now when 2 years ago I was in a wheel chair from my back pain. I am thankful that I no longer need a water pill, or cholesterol meds. I am so thankful for this surgery. I am thankful that I may be able to return to work after being on diability for 12 years. I am thankful for my husband and my kids who stood by me and encouraged me through the darkest days of my life. I am thankful for God, his love and his forgiveness. I am thankful that this spring I will be skating around my neighborhood. I am thankful that my husband and I will be buying a tandum Bike so that we can get even healthier together. I am thankful for all of you here *****ad and post because all of you are a great source of encouragement to me. Have a great week everyone! Mary Salmon

James - I am just blessed to be on this journey. Thank God, Dr. Freeman, my darling husband and my wonderful parents. Laura

Hi James, First I would like to say that I'm thankful for my Lord Jesus Christ who took on my sins and died in my place , and who arose and over came death,hell and the grave so that I could have eternal life. Next I'm thankful for my husband, children, grandchildren and family. And I'm thankful that I no longer have to take my diabetic medication, and that my neuropathy seems to have all but gone away. I'm thankful that God gave people like my doctor the skill to preform this type of surgery. I'm thankful that I live in the good old USA. And I'm thankful for the roof over my head, the shoes on my feet and the food I have to eat. I'm thankful for all my needs being met. I'm thankful for all the blessings I've had and those to come. And last but not least, I'm thankful for all of you here on this site that have been so helpful in this journey. May God Bless all of you and Have a Blessed Easter. NannaS