Bay City Support Group

I'd like to thank Pam and everyone for trying to get my friend Shelly involved.  I think it's a losing battle.  She said she wanted to find some support, but she doesn't follow through.  I'm sad for her because she was so hoping that the lapband would work for her.  Obviously it hasn't.  She seems to find an excuse for everything.  Not getting her fill, not  getting in protien, not taking her vitamins, etc. etc. etc.  I'm going to be spending the weekend with her in June and will try to talk to her again. 
But thanks to everyone who gave me information and tried to get Shelly to come around.

Jan

Hi Jan,

That's too bad about your friend that she is having such a hard time with her surgery and success.  I enjoy going to the Bay City support group (missed the last one due to work) but really like meeting people face to face and being able to ask questions, etc....plus, Pam is just a wealth of knowledge !!

Hey, I just noticed on your avatar you have a surgery date!!!!  Congrats!  I must have missed when you found out .  Is that the soonest you could get in was in August?  The time will fly by and your day will be here before you know it!!

You sound like a wonderful for trying to help her....!!

Take care,
Nan

I'm surprised you didn't hear me yelling about my date.  Partly because I finally got it, and partly because it's so far away (82 days now).  Dr. Genaw did say I was a good candidate to slip into a cancellation spot and he will put me on that list.  Not that many people cancel, but it does happen.  Unfortunately, I hope someone has to cancel and I can slip into their space.
Jan

Oh, I am so happy for your day to get here!!!!   And I'll be hoping for a cancellation for you :-)  

Jan -

Our next meeting is June 8th.  She's on my email list, so she's going to keep getting the monthly reminders -- maybe one day she'll realize she needs us and the support we can give her. 

If she just needs to call and talk to me one-on-one, she's more than welcome to.  She's got my cell phone number - or if she's lost it, I'm available by email or here on OH. 

I hope you can help her out when you see her next month.

Pam
 

We'll be at a dog show in Mt. Pleasant and I'm staying at her house June 5 & 6 and coming back home on the 7th.  I'll try to get her to contact you and make arrangements.  I'll keep pushing, cuz she really needs help.  If she does come to the meeting, be prepared for excuses.

Thanks again. 
Jan

 Hi Jan - 

I'll be at Mackinaw Island that weekend doing a 10k race.  But I'll be home the 7th.  And as for excuses .... just ask my girls about that.  I don't let excuses get in the way of things.  I'm a good butt kicker.  We're a very diverse group and we all struggle every day.  Some have seen regain and are working hard to get the pounds back off... some are battling food addictions some have lifestyles that don't allow time for enough exercuse ..... we've all got excuses.  The key is to find a way to recognize when you're using excuses to not do the right thing... find a way to make good choices in the face of those excuses our brain feeds us all day long. 

Maybe you could stay an extra day at her house and come to the group meeting with her.  :-)
I'd love to meet you in person.  

Pam

Hi Pam,

Thanks for posting on the June meeting, I am planning on coming. Please e-mail me with the particulars when you know them.

                                                          Phyllis

Hi there!  I was reading all the post here and then went to Pam's blog.  Wow, you guys are amazing.  I am 3 yrs post rny and have regained 20 lbs.  I am totally addicted to food.  I had surgery in Alma and the support group there is good if you are new or less than 6 mos out.  I need some help.  Any suggestions?

Thanks!!!

Kelly

Kelly,


I to am 3years out and have gained 20lbs - I got back in control and you can to. This board and the Bay City Support Group are amazing for keeping me in check. If you have been on Pam's site go to her list of things you should be doing - I can't remember the name of the list but it will really help you. If you have your information from surgery - go back to the basics. And if you get a chance come to a meeting, I know it's a way to drive but you will find it worth it. Also stay connected to the OH Board if even just to read what's going on and you will find your not alone on your journey.