Update, we have a date!

My daughter, Samantha will be having gastric bypass surgery April 16th. I know Sabrena, how cool is that? You will both be having surgery the same day. We are both very excited and are asking for prayers that everything will work out fine. I wish I could have had this life saving surgery when I was her age. Not only will it set her up to enjoy a lifetime of better health; hopefully, it will keep her from having to live a lifetime of emotional pain. I have been very happy with my surgery results, but in some ways there has been bitter along with the sweet. I'm a much happier and healthier person than I was 2 1/2 years ago, but I could'nt help but be a little sad because my happiness could not be fully enjoyed without feeling guilty that my daughter was still in so much pain. I could go out and buy new clothes, exercise, basically enjoy life, but my daughter was still burdened with the everyday horrors of being morbidly obese. I have held off going to any amuzement parks, something me and Samantha use to really enjoy, until my daughter could go with me. I told her after she heals up and has lost some of the bulk of her weight, it will be a mission to hit every amuzement park our travels could take us to. We will ride every ride until we puke, and when finished, will go back and ride them again. Oh, the joy I feel now. I can hardly wait. I guess we better start saving up money for clothes. No more stretchy, ugly pants. No more overly large shirts that hide the belly. No more going to the store with the feeling that no matter what you buy, its still not going to look like you wi**** would. Sorry I have rambled. I just needed to express my feelings of thankfulness to God for his direction and love, and to all of you for your continued support. Feel free to stop in if you like and be a cheerleader for her.

 

Love to all,

Christy

Christie,

I haven't been on the board long.  How old is your daughter??

Samantha will be 19 on April 2nd. I know that is pretty young, but believe me I have made sure she did her research. Plus, she has watched me go through it and I truly believe she knows what is going to be expected of her. She knows this is not a magic solution and she will have to do her part to make the changes she needs to make to be successful for life. I think that is the main thing. Knowing that this is just a tool to help her reach her goals. A powerful tool, and I'm thankful she is getting this opportunity. If I ever win the lottery or come in to a lot of money, I would like to start a foundation to help those that really need this surgery who don't have the means or insurance to afford it. It makes me sad that there are so many out there that aren't fortunate to have this surgery when they need it so desperately. Will the world ever realize obesity is a disease that leads to very significant health and emotional issues? I would truly like to become a better advocate for this issue.

that is VERY cool!  How ironic though that you and I work together and your daughter and I are having our surgery the same day with the same doctor,lol.  Maybe she is the first case?  I am scheduled for 11am so someone is in front of me.  Did Nancy give her a time yet?  That is very cool.

Congrats Christie & SAMANTHA!!!

I have been following and waiting for the date, just like you all have!!!

How cool that she will have Sabrena to go through this journey with and the fact that the two of you know each other already!!! God works in mysterious ways!!! Tell her good luck and well wishes from me!!

Are the 2 of you going to be at the BOWL on Sunday!!! We are nearing 150, let me know so I can get you added, if so!!

Hugz Dawn

I can't go to the bowl because I work every weekend from 7am-7pm but I hope everyone has a blast!

Thanks ladies, Samantha will be after you Sabrena. She is scheduled for 2:30pm. They told us to be there by 11:00 just in case things are on time. They said her surgery may be a little sooner. You wont remember me being there because you'll be out of it for a while, but I'll definately check in on you. When you both are good and awake I'll be cheering you both on to get up and do your laps and drink, drink, drink. Like Dawn said, I'm really thankful she will have you to go through this journey with. Is your pre op class the 31st? I thought that was what you told me. If so, we'll see you there. I have to work the night before and the night after, but I'm trying to get someone to change with me. Thank God I'm off during her surgery or that would definately have to be a call in and I don't like calling in.

 Dawn, I was heartbroken to hear about little Maggie. I worked on a PICU unit for almost nine years and the sadness was starting to overwhelm me. Thats one reason I changed jobs. It's so hard when you have children and grandchildren to watch someone go through that kind of devastation. My heart goes out to the family. Unfortunately, I will miss the bowl because I have to work, but I wish you all alot of success and lots of fun. You have been a great friend to them and I'm sure they appreciate your love and you efforts. I'm guilty of not keeping up with the boards lately. I dont have the opportunity to get online like I use to since changing positions, but as I've said many times before, "You guys are great".

Love,

Chris 

 

my daughter tiffany had her RnY also by dr.mattar along with me last year..shes 19 too..doing wonderful...tell samatha if she wants to talk to another teen .tiffany is open...I know she will do great//

awww thanks Christy!!!!  Missy got her surgery date too, April 13th so Samantha, me and Missy will all be in that same class on the 31st, which is very cool!!!!!!!!  Im glad we are all going through this together.