Surgical Specialists (whyweight.com)

Hi all,

I'm pretty new to this forum so I wanted to officially say hi to everyone.  I'm planning on having my surgery done with the Surgical Specialists of Louisiana group in Metairie.  I know they have support groups in a few towns but I wanted to get to know the folks that go to the meetins at the Sheraton in Metairie.  I went to the information seminar on last night and saw several wonderful people and I would love to start getting to know you guys so we can go through this journey together.

Angie

 I go to the support group meetings held at the Omega hospital each Monday night.  Now that school has started and my 6 year old needs help with homework in the evenings, I am not able to go as often.  My goal is to make one meeting a month.  They really are beneficial and an accepting group of people.  

Hope to catch you there sometime soon!  ~Clinell

Hello Clinell,

I didn't know you had a 6 year old. Me too ....well, in about a month. School has me stressed.
We should talk or maybe do something where we can visit while the kids have a playdate.

Keep up the good work!
Frances

My niece will be six on Friday.  She is not biologically mine, but I have had a hand in raising her since she is 3 days old.  So yep! I claim her.  She also loves a playdate.  As soon as I feel confident in how I look in clothes from Lane Bryant, I have plans to head to the outlet mall in Gonzalez, maybe we can meet up then.  I will keep you posted on my plans. 

Don't take too long, girl, my little diva loves to shop and make new friends. Also, that's great exercise!!!

Let's do it!

Frances

I may have to start going to the meetings in Metairie, because the ones here in Covington suck! Hardly anyone shows put. Several times I was the only one there!

Good luck!

It would be well worth your effort.  I have never gone where there are less than 10 people in attendance.  Renee does a good job of keeping the meeting moving but at the same time allowing you to vent your frustrations and/or toot your horn relating to you successes.

Hope to see you Vampi

Is anyone going to the support group meeting on Monday coming up at the Omega Hospital?

Hello Angie,

My name is Shannon and I live in Metairie.  I am 12 days post op.  I have the gastric sleeve.  I have had a rough few days but I am feeling much better now.  I had no time to rest w/ hurricane and evac.  I am also new to this forum.  I have not been to a support meeting yet but look forward to going soon.  Best of luck to you.

Shannon