The beautiful Leslie (charliegirlten)

Hey sweet pea!!! I just wanted to tell you THANK YOU for making this a GREAT year on the OH board. You joined this Maryland board one year ago TODAY and have stayed active on here helping others and being an amazing cheerleader for so many!!! I cant imagine this board without you on it and I want to take the time to say THANK YOU HONEY!!!!!! I know I have always looked forward to your sweet post and responses and all the encouragment you shower us all with. Thanks for being YOU!!!!! (((HUGS)))

I totally agree Jilly.  She's a delightful gem of a person.    Why are we here in maryland so blessed to have such great people on this board???

I have to agree....................we sure do!!! She is by far one of the most genuine too!!!!!

Thanks Nessa!
I feel the same way about people on this board, but it also upsets me that we have had so many  disappear over the 12 months. I guess it's normal, but you always want to check in to make sure everyone is ok! I think I will be able to make Bateman's on Wed, so I look forward to seeing you and the others there! Thanks again, Leslie:)

yes she is always giving encouragement and being kind to others. i hope one day meet her. she's a cool cat in my book :)

100% AGREED!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Nicole,
I really believe that is what this board is all about, I think we all come here for encouragement and kind words, but sometimes things don't always go that way. I have been very lucky because I have found really great cheerleaders on this board, not to mention the friends and family I have outside the WLS family. I have no room for negativity, that is what caused me and others to become morbidly obese. I have come to far to go back from where I started. I know that you were having a rough spot, but now I think you are doing better, I will always be your cheerleader and you can ask me anything. Looking forward to meeting you soon also, Leslie:)

Jilly, Thanks for posting this. I have known Leslie almost a year. She is the most honest and caring person I know. I am glad to call her friend. I know that she thinks of people feelings and would never try to hurt anyone. I really learned this week that when she considers you a friend there are no secrets. That is a beautiful part of a great friendship. I might not have many friends like her that I have found but I am very glad I found her. She is really a blessing in my life. We all can count on her for support and encouragement. Leslie I really appreciate all your support , care, encouragement and friendship. Thank you for the great Birthday and Christmas gifts. Love you with all my heart and see you soon.

                                                                  Julie

Awwwwwww Julie that was so heart felt honey. (((Hugs))) You two are both so SWEET!!!!!

Jewele,
I feel exactly the same way about you. I can only hope that I have been as encouraging and understanding as you have been since my VSG. I admire you that you don't need to follow the leader, you follow the best path for you. WLS is not always the answer for obesity, and I think it's wonderful how you collect and listen to all the info you can find. We might not always get there the same way, but what really counts is that we get there. Congrats on your weight loss with your diet program. You have been so disciplined, and you are doing fantastic.
Keep up the great work, and no matter what you decide is best for you, know that I am right behind you, cheering you on!! RAH! RAH! RAH! XOXO, Leslie:)