I agree... he's an amazing person and surgeon. I adore him! I feel very fortunate that I am able to have him as my doctor.

Mahalo, Nicole. We had to have our pictures taken for work. I work at a veterinary hospital. We moved our hospital mid-August and our business "neighbor" is a photographer. So, the doctor agreed to have all our pics taken with our pets and put on display at our new place!

I only have my one kitty, Bast with me in this one since our other kitty, Hoku, is feral and wouldn't be able to do this in a million years... she's special. She knows my hubby and me, but still runs from strangers.

I also have 2 budgies, a Jackson Chameleon (soon to have a second/lady-friend for him), and a white goldfish.

Anyway... I'd still like to lose 10-20. I have gotten comfortable where I am at, though, and have no problem maintaining, so here I sit! Literally! hehhe I hope you're doing well.... you look gorgeous!

E Komo Mai!!! ((hugs)) And congratulations on your decision to make the journey to a healthier and happier you! We're here for you. Agreed, this is a slow and small board, but there are others that are busier and may be more helpful at times. I prefer the quiet space here myself! Support is here when you need it though.

Either way.... welcome and continued success on your journey! ((hugs))
Malama pono

i'm very appreciative of this site.  I've started my journey for WLS and am so glad to hear the experiences of other people from Hawaii in regards to food. I'm japanese and i'm a local girl..born and raised here in the islands and of all things, i'm lactose intolerent, so i'm kinda 'trippin' out how a lot of foods that many people on this site eat are food items that i don't eat currently...   Hope to make new friends here and i plan to blog alot  and express myself on here..as i love to talk and i'm finding i'm becoming a WLS talker 24/7 and i'm sure nobody wants to hear me say the same thing 20 times.....i love to repeat myself.  Take care and "a hui ho"