groundhog day

Shana, please don't hide anymore, losing 81 lbs is not failure. You may have hit a slow period but you have made a step in the right direction by talking with people on the boards who have experienced all different kinds of obstacles and have been able to get back on track. Don't ever give up, you have already come so far. Sher

You have lots of people here who will gladly throw you a life saver (sugar-free of course) and may be able to inspire you with their tales (few of us have unfettered start-to-finish success). As someone who has stumbled, I can tell you that it is never hopeless, but that overcoming those old food demons is sometimes a daily struggle. What has saved me have been support group meetings and the friends who have helped me (whether by encouraging me when I need it or giving me the heart-felt kick in the pants when I've needed that kind of reality check). Your surgeon has a great after-care program which could help you. Of course, if you'd like, I'd like to invite to our Norwalk Hospital support group meetings (these meetings are open to all, regardless of where they had their surgeries and are free). These are all peer-lead and very non-judgmental. We meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. in the volunteer conference room of Norwalk Hospital (first floor). We also meet on the third Monday of every month at 6 p.m. in the fourth floor pediatric conference room of Norwalk Hospital (take the Tracey B elevators to the fourth floor and follow the signs into the Pediatric Administrative Offices where you'll find the conference room).

Shana you have come to the right place for support. I'm so glad that you came out of the lurking closet. Sometimes that's the hardest step. Asking for help. I agree with everyone else. YOU'VE LOST 81 LBS!!!!!!!!!! I wish I was there. I haven't even started yet. Keep a positve attitude and you will positively have success. Negativity breeds negativity. I'll be looking out for you. If you have a problem, let me know. In 20 minutes, I could be there. Hugs, Linda