So.............what's up and misc ramblings! OT at times, I'm sure! Kinda long...

So........here I am again!  Let me start off by apologizing to EVERYONE!  I haven't been as supportive as I should or could have been.  I've been lurking and it looks like everyone is doing well!  I want to give everyone a "pat on the back" for keeping with the program and "forging" on!  It's not always an easy journey, but our friends here on OH sure do help!  I'm gonna try to be better at all this............

Part of the reason I haven't been posting on here much is due to some medical issues that have come up for me.  I won't get into everything, but, just let me say, that the past few weeks have been pretty rough, emotionally and physically.  The docs are working on things and I've had some testing done.....unfortunately, I still have no answers and, in the process, my doc has found some "other things" that she's not sure what to do with, or if I need to have anything done....It's all up in the air, and, honestly, I hate living like this!   I like knowing what is going on and the uncertainty is driving me bonkers!

Anyways, the other reason I need to start posting again is because I've gotten off track and it's REALLY bothering me.  I think the support here may help me again....as it ALWAYS has in the past!   AND........maybe I can help someone else in the process??!!???

For all the newbies I haven't met or gotten to know yet........WELCOME!  I'm pretty much "an open book" when it comes to my sugery, my journey, and my ups and downs.  Feel free to ask or pm me anytime.  I'll do my best to get back to you quickly.  Just remember that the docs do surgery on our stomachs, not our brains.  There is SO much emotional stuff that comes with losing the weight!!!   Learn the LIFESTYLE........it's NOT a diet!  Learn it pre-op and it will serve you well once you get to maintenance (which, to me, is harder than the losing part!!)

So...thank you for letting me ramble for a few minutes!  I'll try to be around and posting more!  Say hi when you get a chance!
Thanks all!!!!!!!    I've missed you ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!
hugs and peace!
Ruth

Glad to have you back Ruth...hope you have news quickly!

Thanks Shell!!!!!!!

Glad to see you back.  I hope you get better soon and they help you figure out what is wrong. 
I love that statement "Just remember that the docs do surgery on our stomachs, not our brains."   That is so true!!!

Well, we all know you've been busy with the kiddos, sports, and work.  But I didn't know you were having other issues. I sure hope everything will be okay, I am worried about you now!!

Glad to see you back on here, it's been an awfully quiet summer.