Coming out to play

Well, I thought it would be about time that I post.  I usually just lurk in the corners, but I have made a deal with myself that I will be more active on this board.  I had surgery on 11/20/06, and I am down 110 pounds.  I feel great!!!!! I am going to try to come to the next clothing exchange.  I don't have anything to bring, clothes wise, but thought I would come to meet everyone.   My dad is having RNY at St. V's on 8/7 with Dr. Diaz.  Those of you who had Dr. Diaz, what did you think?  I had Dr. Jones, so I am not familiar with Dr. Diaz. Anyway, thanks for letting me come out to play, and I look forward to getting to know you all better. Tina

I HAD DR DIAZ HE IS WONDERFUL . VERY STRIGHT FORWARD AND TO THE POINT BUT ALSO A VERY COMPASSIONATE MAN . HE WILL DO WELL . VICKI

Vicki, Thanks for the quick reply.  I thought I was the only one on this late at night.  I went with my dad to one of his appointments, and Dr. Diaz seemed exactly like you said.  I guess I am more worried for my dad than I was for myself.  Probably because my dad is 66, and has several co-morbidities.  It is good to hear from someone that has been through it with Dr. Diaz.  Thanks again!! Tina

Tina, Glad to see you posting.  Hope to hear from you more and look forward to meeting you at the clothing exchange.  You should bring your dad, too.   Floyd

Thanks for the friendly welcome, Floyd.  I will have to see if my dad will want to come to the exchange, it might be a little out of his comfort zone, but I'll give it a shot.  I got him to go to the St. V's support meetings on the Southside with me, so who knows..... Tina

Hi Tina!  I'm also a lurker here on the IN board.  I keep saying I'll be more active, but it doesn't happen!  lol  I'm going to see about going to the clothing exchange too, it'll be my first. Congrats to you for your 110 loss, and to your dad for his upcoming date! Cheers!

AL, I read this board daily, and get sooooo much great information from it.  Thanks for the congrats.  How are you doing?  Maybe we can both make it to the clothing exchange.   Tina

We're almost in the same place! I had RNY on 11/21/06, and I am down 104 pounds. I am thankful that I did this for myself. I think it's one of  the best choices I've made.  Linda Vicory

Linda, I had surgery the day before you!!!  Everyone thought I was crazy to do it the week of Thanksgiving, but it was the best thing I ever did for myself.  I can't believe how great I feel.  I walk 2 miles a day now, just amazing!!!! Tina