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Topic: Please Your Opinion Needed
I as a member and staff Member in the past few months have gone through things that I wouldn't wish on my worst enemies.
Amy posted a card shower and I got like 5,000 cards and gifts so I guess you all love me don't we all support and love each other in our struggles with obesity.
The question I am wanting to ask is, I am clear free of any of the horrible things that was in my body. I had treatments 3 times a day for a month with the Antibiotic that deadens and all the things I had.
I live with my Fience Mandy and 4 small children and I hug and kiss them every single day.... They are Fine as can be.
OK Here is the question and would love to hear all your opinions on this matter.
I am in California, I came to the Event last year and worked the registration table and got to meet every single one of you that was over 300 or 400 people. Many who met me cried cause I inspired them in some way.
OK Here is what I am asking, I have no more symptoms, no more sores, no more viruses. Im off all Antibiotics and the only thing im on now it Pain Killers for pain management. I spoke in front of 400 people telling them my story and I looked around and everyone was crying then they played a tribute to me and my journey.Would it bother you or scare you to be around me? I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ALL OF YOUR OPINIONS GOOD OR NEGATIVE. Cause I would all Love to See you all once again! Would you want me to come to your West Coast National Convention
Card Shower Needed
Original Post by Amy Williams at 11:12 AM AST on 10/23/2005
Augusta, GA - RNY (05/27/2004)
Most of you know or have heard of Kirk Thompson whom is part of ObesityHelp Staff. He's help thousands of members each day on the site and to help them find surgeons in their area. He's got a heart of gold.
For those that aren't familiar with him, please visit his profile to learn more about him.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=T983696607
He recently on the 19th reached 4 years post op but on top of that - and has been such a inspiration to so many of us losing over 450 pounds. But beyond that I wanted to let you know that Kirk has taken ill and could use our prayers and support. He has something called flesh eating bacteria (Necrotizing Fasciitis), This diagnosis is very rare and can be very serious. He also is suffering from a staff infection and Cellulitis. He is in quarantine and is pretty much isolated at this time. He is currently being picked up 3 times a day and transported for treatments.
The good news is this: The doctors think they have isolated and stopped the flesh eating bacteria! They remain concerned and are monitoring Kirk closely. Kirk is doing all he can to not go back into the hospital....he really should be there, but he is so tired of hospitals that he just couldn't take it anymore.
Please all, he needs our support. This is a very hard time for him right now. Kirk is a truly wonderful person and is always thinking of and doing for others. He is able to receive mail and other items. He said there are no restrictions...he just cant be around people. Even though he is very ill and on all kinds of medicines right now, he still is very concerned about ObesityHelp and how every thing is going. He sends his love to all.
Please if you can find time to send him a card or a little care package, or even just a letter letting him know you are thinking of him. Really anything to help him through these dark hard times. I can only imagine that being isolated in quarantine is absolutely so hard on him.
Kirk's mailing address is here:
Kirk Thompson
C/0 Mandy Swanson
19208 Rawhide Rd.
Jamestown, CA. 95327
Let's show Kirk lots of love,
Amy Williams
Member Services
Obesityhelp.com
Amy posted a card shower and I got like 5,000 cards and gifts so I guess you all love me don't we all support and love each other in our struggles with obesity.
The question I am wanting to ask is, I am clear free of any of the horrible things that was in my body. I had treatments 3 times a day for a month with the Antibiotic that deadens and all the things I had.
I live with my Fience Mandy and 4 small children and I hug and kiss them every single day.... They are Fine as can be.
OK Here is the question and would love to hear all your opinions on this matter.
I am in California, I came to the Event last year and worked the registration table and got to meet every single one of you that was over 300 or 400 people. Many who met me cried cause I inspired them in some way.
OK Here is what I am asking, I have no more symptoms, no more sores, no more viruses. Im off all Antibiotics and the only thing im on now it Pain Killers for pain management. I spoke in front of 400 people telling them my story and I looked around and everyone was crying then they played a tribute to me and my journey.Would it bother you or scare you to be around me? I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR ALL OF YOUR OPINIONS GOOD OR NEGATIVE. Cause I would all Love to See you all once again! Would you want me to come to your West Coast National Convention
Card Shower Needed
Original Post by Amy Williams at 11:12 AM AST on 10/23/2005
Augusta, GA - RNY (05/27/2004)
Most of you know or have heard of Kirk Thompson whom is part of ObesityHelp Staff. He's help thousands of members each day on the site and to help them find surgeons in their area. He's got a heart of gold.
For those that aren't familiar with him, please visit his profile to learn more about him.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/profile.php?N=T983696607
He recently on the 19th reached 4 years post op but on top of that - and has been such a inspiration to so many of us losing over 450 pounds. But beyond that I wanted to let you know that Kirk has taken ill and could use our prayers and support. He has something called flesh eating bacteria (Necrotizing Fasciitis), This diagnosis is very rare and can be very serious. He also is suffering from a staff infection and Cellulitis. He is in quarantine and is pretty much isolated at this time. He is currently being picked up 3 times a day and transported for treatments.
The good news is this: The doctors think they have isolated and stopped the flesh eating bacteria! They remain concerned and are monitoring Kirk closely. Kirk is doing all he can to not go back into the hospital....he really should be there, but he is so tired of hospitals that he just couldn't take it anymore.
Please all, he needs our support. This is a very hard time for him right now. Kirk is a truly wonderful person and is always thinking of and doing for others. He is able to receive mail and other items. He said there are no restrictions...he just cant be around people. Even though he is very ill and on all kinds of medicines right now, he still is very concerned about ObesityHelp and how every thing is going. He sends his love to all.
Please if you can find time to send him a card or a little care package, or even just a letter letting him know you are thinking of him. Really anything to help him through these dark hard times. I can only imagine that being isolated in quarantine is absolutely so hard on him.
Kirk's mailing address is here:
Kirk Thompson
C/0 Mandy Swanson
19208 Rawhide Rd.
Jamestown, CA. 95327
Let's show Kirk lots of love,
Amy Williams
Member Services
Obesityhelp.com
Topic: A Change of Mind by Lisa Holt
Do you know someone who is considering Gastric Bypass surgery? I have captured my story in a small book called "A Change of Mind". To read it go to http://www.obesityhelp.com/?m=660034 Wishing you all the best on your journey! ~Lisa
Topic: Did you know?
That Lane Bryant is owned by the same corporation that owns Fashion Bug? I know that I can no longer shop at LB but I love FB. How come they don't accept the LB card at Fashion Bug? I think that if all of the women who used to frequent LB would email the Charming Shoppes Corporation, that just maybe they would change their policy and allow those card holders to now shop at FB. What do you say Ladies....wanna try it? I personally don't want to apply for another card when I have one that should I should be allowed to use by any store that Charming Shoppes own. We fought for our weight loss surgery and won, I think that we can change this policy too! 
Topic: Drawn to Idaho...
I had WLS in April here in Indiana.. but I am drawn to Idaho board to catch a look at home.. MY Uncle was Mayor of Nampa for 20 years (Ernnie Star) and I sure miss him and Aunt Betty. Grandma Lived to be 95 in Caldwell, and Nampa. Cousin Gary lives in Nampa and Aunt Lois lives in Parma.. so I know the area..Oh yea, Aunt Shirley and Uncle Ron live in Caldwell too..
Sounds like I am a name dropper but just wanted to "touch home again"
Linda
Topic: RE: Insurance agent who writes Health insurance that covers WLS??
I'm not sure who your surgeon is but Jenifer at Dr. Oakley's office can probably tell you which insurance companies have been the best in getting this approved. If you want their website it's www.thinidaho.com . You can call her and she is very helpful.
Topic: RE: Dr. Pennings Support Group CHANGE
I hope you post this on the WA state forum too since many in Spokane go to Dr. P too. (((HUGS)))
Topic: Dr. Pennings Support Group CHANGE
For any of you who are patients of Dr. John Pennings in Post Falls Idaho, our patient support groups have been changed to every Tuesday night from 5:30-7:00, Northwest Specialty Hospital (same room) instead of the 2 Wednesdays per month.
Janice E
Topic: Insurance agent who writes Health insurance that covers WLS??
Does anyone know of an agent in the Boise area that writes Health insurance that covers WLS? Please let me know, I am very anxious to get started. Thanks. Juli
Topic: IMPORTANT: LOG IN CHANGE
ObesityHelp has been working hard for months to build a better web site for you. Since we're starting to make changes that will affect you more and more, it's time we gave you some information about where we're going.
Our next major step is a change in our basic login procedure (will be effective very soon), a procedure that's been in place for a long time and that all of you have been used to. We need to change it to make way for some of the most asked for changes of all, the ability for you to CHOOSE how you are identified publicly on the site. A planned feature of the system is that ability for you to select to identify yourself by your real name or by a username. To get there, our first step is to change the login to create a username for everyone. At first, except for the login, nothing else will change, but as we make more changes to our system, eventually, you will be able to choose how you are identified (real name or user name). For now, we need to take the first step, creating user names.
When you come to a member section of the site, you will be prompted to create a username if you don't already have one. Please take a moment to think it through and pick one you'll be happy with because this user name can only be chosen once. It will be permanently associated with your membership account once you've chosen it. Names must also be unique, so if you ask for 'Amy', you'll likely find it already gone ... but I won't have it ... someone else already has it. First names are probably a bad choice. Some people pick things like first initials and last names, that works, but remember, this is for the long term. We'll also not allow you to choose some names because of their offensive nature. Usernames are assigned on a first come, first served basis, so choose well and choose early. It's important.
When you go to login, click the link for "don't have username" and you'll be prompted for your first and last name. Set your username, and from that point on, you'll be able to use the username to login. Eventually, you'll be able to use it to identify you throughout the site if you wish. This is one of many steps we're going to be taking over the next several months and we'll do our best to cut you in as we change things, but work is going fast and we're getting ready for some major moves, so keep an eye out for new and exciting changes.
Here's some directions to help with the new log in:
Please try this:
Go here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/login
Locate the box that says "Already a member?"
Locate the text that says "I am a member, but don't have a username. Click Here" and click on that link.
You will then be prompted to enter in your First Name, Last Name, and Password. These areas would be the current log in information that you have been using.
You will then also be prompted to enter in a User Name. This is the new part and will be unique to you. So please select the User Name that you would like to have associate with your account. Tip - Your User Name should be what you would want the public to see associated with your account
Then click the button that says "Create Username".
You will then need to sign in with your newly made Username and Password, instead of your First Name, Last Name, Password that you used to log in with.
We are working as quickly as possible to fix any of the issues with being able to log in. If you have emailed in for help we will get to you as soon as possible.
We are sorry for the inconvenience,
Amy Williams
Member Services
Our next major step is a change in our basic login procedure (will be effective very soon), a procedure that's been in place for a long time and that all of you have been used to. We need to change it to make way for some of the most asked for changes of all, the ability for you to CHOOSE how you are identified publicly on the site. A planned feature of the system is that ability for you to select to identify yourself by your real name or by a username. To get there, our first step is to change the login to create a username for everyone. At first, except for the login, nothing else will change, but as we make more changes to our system, eventually, you will be able to choose how you are identified (real name or user name). For now, we need to take the first step, creating user names.
When you come to a member section of the site, you will be prompted to create a username if you don't already have one. Please take a moment to think it through and pick one you'll be happy with because this user name can only be chosen once. It will be permanently associated with your membership account once you've chosen it. Names must also be unique, so if you ask for 'Amy', you'll likely find it already gone ... but I won't have it ... someone else already has it. First names are probably a bad choice. Some people pick things like first initials and last names, that works, but remember, this is for the long term. We'll also not allow you to choose some names because of their offensive nature. Usernames are assigned on a first come, first served basis, so choose well and choose early. It's important.
When you go to login, click the link for "don't have username" and you'll be prompted for your first and last name. Set your username, and from that point on, you'll be able to use the username to login. Eventually, you'll be able to use it to identify you throughout the site if you wish. This is one of many steps we're going to be taking over the next several months and we'll do our best to cut you in as we change things, but work is going fast and we're getting ready for some major moves, so keep an eye out for new and exciting changes.
Here's some directions to help with the new log in:
Please try this:
Go here: http://www.obesityhelp.com/login
Locate the box that says "Already a member?"
Locate the text that says "I am a member, but don't have a username. Click Here" and click on that link.
You will then be prompted to enter in your First Name, Last Name, and Password. These areas would be the current log in information that you have been using.
You will then also be prompted to enter in a User Name. This is the new part and will be unique to you. So please select the User Name that you would like to have associate with your account. Tip - Your User Name should be what you would want the public to see associated with your account
Then click the button that says "Create Username".
You will then need to sign in with your newly made Username and Password, instead of your First Name, Last Name, Password that you used to log in with.
We are working as quickly as possible to fix any of the issues with being able to log in. If you have emailed in for help we will get to you as soon as possible.
We are sorry for the inconvenience,
Amy Williams
Member Services
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