Hi all...

Hi Jennifer, Sorry to hear you have a funk too...I has to be the winter thing otherwise so many of us wouldn't be bellyaching...oh wait it's just me that's bellyaching, lol. Thanks for writing. Casey

Hey Casey! I've been wondering where you've been! I hope you're feeling better. I don't post as much as I should, I apologize.....Man....you're the veteran, the great success...I look forward to your wisdom and insights. Is this "funk" related to what it was a couple months ago? Did you ever get to talk to someone? We all need some ultraviolet rays, and a little boost in seratonin (or whatever it's called). I hope your day is better! Things will "lighten" up ....... Lauren

Hi Lauren, I have been wondering about you too. Thanks again for the powders...I put them in pudding, not bad not bad. lol I don't know that it would be directly related...I think it's partly that and some other stuff. I do know that I need some friends...but I have had a pretty colorful past and know that having friends isn't as nice as one would believe. But I also can't complain if I don't try. I didn't end up seeking counsel however I voiced some of the issues at a recent meeting and got a little feed back from the psych lady who was there. It led me to believe I couldn't get much help from therapy, so who knows. I am thinking about calling Dayna to see what she thinks about maybe a vitamin level check...maybe Vit D is low or something... Thank you, Casey

Hey, I understand funk. Sometimes I get up and just want to be mad all day. Not angry mad, but annoyed at the whole world mad. My hubby is so amazing; he puts up with it and is very patient with me. I want you to know I appreciate your effort and your replies on my posts. Thanks for taking the time. Georgine

HI Georgine, Isn't strange how the men in our lives put up with our BS? I am grouchy and he stays around...maybe it's the cooking? lol I appreciate you too thank you! Casey

Being in a funk is perfectly normal for us WLS patients. All that free-floating estrogen released from your fat stores can make for some rather intense, PMS-like funkiness. I've only lost 53, and I had to do something about it. My DH was getting rather tired of my GPQ being so high all the time. (GPQ = General ******ess Quotient) I was just really, really crabby a lot of the time. Hang in there! Soon we'll be able to walk outside on a regular basis and that will help. Sunlight is good for the funks, too.

Hi Lara, Please don't say only 53 pounds. I honestly said that if I only lost 50 pounds I would be happy...110 just blows my mind. OH MY GOD that is too funny!!! GPQ is the funniest thing I have heard in a long time. You're right on the sunshine...I have been making a point of standing in the sunlight when it is actually there... Thanks for the reply. Casey

HI Casey, Sorry your feeling bad...I believe it could be winter also...Cause I am also feeling blue...Feeling a little better eachday but, still not up to par. I will tell you..that you ARE an inspiration to us who have not yet had surgery. I seen your before photos and see you now and its liek WOW..IS THAT GONNA HAPPEN to me. I think you are awesome.. Friendly, Caring, and more then willing to help out. I do appreciate all the advice and positiveness you give all of us. THANK YOU SOO MUCH!!! Erika

Hi Erika, Thank you for the compliments. It does mean alot to me. I think it is time for winter to go away!! I have never had a bought of cabin fever like this in my life, it is not too fun. Anytime you want to chat I'm here. Casey

Hi Casey Thank you for replying to my posts. I have been pissy as well. Between my tummy healing and the cold I get short tempered quick. Some folks are just dense and can't take a hint even when I tell them I'm cranky. gee, get a clue man. I think part of our problem is the lack of chocolate, the real sugary kind. I remember years back when I was doing well on a diet and loosing a lot of weight, but I was real cranky. Hey, we know what it's like sis, we just have to stand our ground and say "Get the heck out of the way"!!