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Thanks to all *****sponded to my previous post...You guys are so great. On most days I am not going around having a pitty party, but for some reason that day was just such a downer...I have decided that instead of letting the imperfections bother me, I will focus on the positive. So with that in mind, My positives since the surgery no blood pressure meds No c-pap machine no hip pain, foot pain, knee pain am able to help my mother take care of her big house am able to do more around my house am able to play soccer and race with my kids can take long walks with my dogs And, since my last post was about a "negative self image", I have decided to pick one physical feature that I have that like instead of focusing on the parts of me I don't like ..Sooo I discovered that I love: My long legs Now, I am not trying to be vain, just trying to be positive. How about you? What are your positives since the surgery? What can you do now that you could not do before? What is YOUR best physical feature? Come on, Don't be shy! Love, Dorota

Good for you Dorota, I'm glad to see you're out of your funk. Just keep remembering your "wow" moment a few weeks ago. As for me....my best physical feature hasn't changed since surgery....my eyes. I like beng tall too. I was a fairly healthy person prior to surgery, however, my back doesn't bother me now. I also can do alot more stenuous exercise without getting winded. I also fit into the airplane seat without a problem and I had a little tail on the seatbelt. ( A person who never was obese would never know what I mean by that comment) Looking forward to meeting you at the party tonight. I'm sure Peter will give a whistle to those legs! ( I'm sure your husband is getting used to the extra attention) LOL Take care, Kelly

Kelly, your eyes are amazing....you are very lovely.... I am glad you are coming to the party. I am also looking forward to meeting you there. My funky moods come and go but I'm sure everyone here has them....the tail on the seatbelt comment is so true lol..I am looking forward to going go-carting with the kids in the spring...Last spring we went and the seat was so tight I was in agony the whole time, but I was was too embarrased to admit that my butt was too big for the go-cart, and just kept going around in circles, pretending I was not in pain. Oh well, I still had a great time overall, and I am sure my go-cart experience will be more positive next spring... Bye for now, See you tonight!!!!!!! P.S. Will you frolick in the pool???? Love, Dorota

Now, This is the kind of mindset that we like to share. We have all had our share of "Ups and Downs", but if we look at a picture of ourselves a year ago, we have plenty to be proud of, no matter what stage of our "Journeys" we are in. The fact that we have taken charge of ourselves is something to be proud of. So take a bow the next time you stand in front of the mirror and see that lovely person staring back at you. They are depending on you see them thru till the end! So keep smiling that beautiful smile and all dreams will come true. Sorry I couldn't make the party. Family is celebrating my birthday today so will be a tad busy. Have a great time! Take Care, Julio

Julio, I am sorry you could not make it....I hope I get a chance to meet you. You have been so great, and such a support her, I really appreciate it.....Happy Thanksgiving..... Love, Dorota

Hey Dorota, Its so nice to hear your doing better, I am too going through those emotional ups and downs, but I try to make the best of it. My positives since the surgery are: I can fit in a smaller size I have more energy I am happier than I have been in years I no longer have to take all my meds I am starting to like myself again My marriage is so much fun again!! What I can do that I could not do before: Climb up stairs without getting out of breath Cross my legs No pains in my back and legs Exercise and walk alot more Wear clothes from regular stores now Fit in seats at a restaurant Love life again My best feature: My personality, I am a very caring, loving and compasionate person I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving and a great weekend. I am so sorry I missed the holiday get together. Hope everyone had a great time. Maybe next time. Hugs KimC