welcome newbies and info about me

hello new members,

i just want to say welcome to the boards and feel free to ask questions.we will answer honestly and to the best of our ability

now about me and why i do this.

my name is Sondra aka newfie99999.i am 2.5 years post RNY.i have been helping others on here for almost as long.

the bariatric clinic often refer people to me to help with life post op and those who have not qualified for tha manitoba program.

i am currently one of the longest active members from manitoba.i was one of the people chosen fro the pilot program

i have lost 140 pounds and currently in the matience phase of life.

i regularly research products and vitamins.i often purchase these items and bring samples to the meetings.i test recipes and also bring samples to our meetings.

i do this on my own with no monatary help from anywhere.

i regularly visit patients who are recovering in hosptial or before surgery.i have met with families to assure them that they can have a normal life after.

i am currently looking in to certification as a bariatric councilor.

i offer my advice not as a medical person but someone who has lived the life and gone through the program.

As someone who continues to work towards qualifying for surgery, you are VERY MUCH appreciated Sondra.

Sondra, I said it before, but I will say it again...you do So Much for this group and always try to make yourself available for whoever may need you and I personally want to thank you again for caring about everyone like you do. thanks . Barb C.