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Hey Wanette- The phone number is 892 9900. Good to get an update and hope to see you at a meeting soon! Peace- Susane

Wanette, I won't smack your hand, I'd like to give you a swift kick in the A---. Either you weren't listening or you just haven't the desire to become healthy. I cannot believe you haven't had your labs done yet and haven't followed up with the nutritionist and Dr. Irgau on the most important part of the WLS post surgery. That should have been done at 6 wks or so. The surgery you had is for LIFE, not just to loose some weight. Shame on you. This is a serious operation and if your levels are off you need to start paying attention and change things so they will be right for you and your health. This is exactly the reason that this surgery is not a quick fix. This is why we have to go through the life skills class, the cardiologist, the phychiatrist, the pulmonarologist and all the pre-testing. Sometimes we bluff our way through without actually understanding all the health problems that can arise from doing foolish things. Problems arise because of not following the program. This gives it a bad rap, when it's not followed and situations arise later to hurt you and your health. My only advise to you is I am sorry you find this a funny laughing matter. It is important to follow up with the Dr's, nutritionist, and a support group once in awhile might do your attitude some good. If you don't change your head, become positive and focused on your overall health I'm afraid you have waisted an oppurtunity to become healthy. Sorry about the lecture, but your post infuriated. Elissa

Elissa, Thanks for being such a good mother hen. I hope once I start my journey (I have my first appointment with Dr. Irgau on Thursday) you keep me on the straight and narrow if I need it. You are great. ((Hugs)) Ellen

Hi Ellen, After I posted I felt a little guilty. I do care so much and I hate to see anyone blow this chance. I just hope that I can be a positive mentor. When I saw that Wanette didn't have Dr. I's #, I think I totally lost it. Sorry Wanette. I did read your profile after and see that you are trying to do a good job. I carry a wad of CHRIAS's cards in my purse and hand them to everyone I meet. I don't have a lot of patience for people that don't follow the rules. This is such a wonderful oppurtunity to do something for you, your health, not to mention your family & loved ones. So good luck on Thursday, this is the start of your journey. Get ready for the roller coaster ride of your life girl. ((HUGS)) Elissa