Forgive me !

To all who thanked me for my 1 year anniversarie,thank you so much for the Shout outs! I would have never known I had Shout outs if it wasn't for a Friend of mine who told me last night......... I have done really well,I have lost 134lbs! I Started out 312lbs the Day of Surgery April27th 2004 wearing a size 22/24 and now wearing a Beautiful size 12 Thanking God for all my many Blessings. To all my Positive Friends (Thank You) I will be attending the (ObesityHelp East Coast National Convention) May 20-22,2005 I can not wait......... But again I thank you all for the Shout Out's. I guess if I would check this site every day I would have known........ So as of now I will be Checking...... Smooches to you all Vernette M

Hi Vernette, I don't know if you'll remember exactly who I am, but we keep meeting at the PMRI cooking classes. I know how time can get away from you and make it hard to do all you have to -- like check OH on a regular basis! I just wanted to add, when I saw your reply here, that you and others like you -- who have gone before someone like me (my surgery was in August 2004) -- are a GREAT INSPIRATION. Every time I have spoken you have had encouraging words for me, offered advice on things that worked (or didn't) for you....I appreciate it. Big thanks to you and all the other "veterans" who have helped me. That includes you too, Elissa my angel, even though I am jealous of your recent trip to Hawaii. :>)

Vernette, You have done an awesome job!!! Congratulations!!! Hugs, Tammy

WOW! You look terriffic! good work and congrats to you! Dee

Hi Vernette! Congratulations on a fantastic year. I agree with all the above responses -- you truly are inspirational. I wish you continued success in the next year and hopefully you and I can catch up with each other at the fitness center or for walks at battery sometime. Give me a call! Again all the best! Terre

Yeah I guess I can forgive you!!! Congrats again and keep up the great job!!! Your looking wonderful with your puuuuuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrty self...Smooches back @ ya How have you been? P.S. Have a great time @ the conference.

OMG Shay, I almost didn't recognize you. You look fabulous girl. Hope you feel the same too. ((HUGS)) Elissa

Congrats on your tremendous weight loss. You always offer encouragement when I see you at the PMRI meetings. I had my surgery on 2/2/05 and have lost 75 pounds but am struggling with protein intake and drinking diet sodas. Please offer some encouragement and suggestions. Thanks and enjoy the conference Carol Pryce

V, You look so awesome both inside and out. I know you are feeling good about it too. Hope to see you at the next meeting. Been away for awhile on vacation. Missed a bunch. Elissa