Feeling left behind

Well, I saw a post on the main board entitled the same as mine... and it got me thinking... of those here, most everyone has managed to get their surgery, and are recovering (albeit some faster than others)... I guess tonight isn't such a great night for me. I'm not complaining really, I'm just getting tired of waiting to start my life. The permanence of my condition seems overwhelming. Although I have been very optimistic for a new opportunity in my career, and in a healthier life.... neither hope seems realistic at this time. With great sadness I am returning to work in New Orleans, at least part time, until I can figure out what I'm doing from here. My hopes at getting out, and getting healthy are just not proving well founded. For those who wish to meet for OHLA, the arrangements will remain in place. I cannot personally attend since I have to work, but I am willing to provide the materials and information should anyone volunteer to take my place on Feb 16. Anyone interested should contact me before Feb 10, so that I can provide the materials and products. Kat

Hi Kat, It's been such a long journey for you and I'm so sorry that the frustrations and losses have been so heavy. I've been meaning to give you a call, but I've also been having some awful bumps in the road to recovery from the Jan. 11 hernia surgery. I've had contact with a chef who is interested in offering a raw foods cooking and techniques classes and instruction for people trying to lose weight. He has recently lost 180 pounds himself. He would like to meet with us on Feb. 16 and I was hoping to surprise you by being able to help a little more with programming and publicity this month. I'm so sorry you won't be able to attend. Would it help to change the meeting date? Please let me know if I can try to change the dates or just pick up the materials from you. Again, I'm so, so very sorry that your happy ending continues to be delayed. Thinking of you, Frances

Kat,I'm so sorry about all the trouble you're having in getting your surgery approved.I know how disheartening it is to seem to be blocked at every turn.It was a really long journey to get approved for surgery for me too.I wish that I was a magic weight loss fairy and could wave a magic wand for you.My heart hurts for you and the sadness and dissapointment that I can feel in your post.I will keep praying that a way will open up for you.

I feel similar I am sitting here suffering. I cannot even get someone to call me back for at least an approval to remove the lap band that is causing me so much grief. And the whole rny thing just doesnt look like it will happen. So I am 318 pounds and so miserable all I can do is cry about it. My motivaion is small right now. When I think about it I really want to get up and go workout and eat right then my whole pattern comes back and I binge and stay stagnant. I feel horrible and so helpless. I cant afford to do self pay again. At least not right now maybe someday. At least you feel up to working, or even have the strength to work, which I dont and couldnt under the cir****tances I am dealing with. But I am hoping for a complete turn around for my situation soon.

Kitty,where did you get the lap band? And why isnt it working for you?My advice is to answer these things and try your best to get this band to work for you,but the key is you have to be willing to work with it! Good Luck! If I can help u let me know SueElla

Hey SueElla her lap band isn't working because it has slipped up around her esophagus and she has trouble breathing. You would think the doctor that put it in would remove it in that case. Tina

Poor thing,that doctor should be shot,wonder if he is Dr scot

I'm not sure which Dr she used, but it is sad that whoever it was won't help her now. Tina

If he is in the states she really should sue his quaky butt

I understand where you are my friend and how you are feeling. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Keep the faith and the strength that God has given you and you will have your heart's desire in His time. I love you! Gina