Thanks to Danielle!

Hi Danielle, I enjoyed meeting and talking with you. I appreciate your advocacy and being so (and especially proactive in your comments) on behalf of the morbidly obese and weight loss surgery. It is people like you that step out and make a difference. I look forward to you being involved in our group. Thanks, Cathy ObesityHelp Support Group Specialist

Cathy Okay I am not Dannielle but since she did ride with me. We did talk about what you asked her to do at the next meeting. She was really exicted and I am so happy for her. I got your email. No sweetie it was ME that won the lottery. (Figure of speach people) And by the way. "No I wasnt speeding down the highway today" lol I hope you have a great week!!! Love ya Melissa

Cathy, Thanks so much for the kind words. I was so happy to meet you as well. It is nice to feel so welcome especially considering that I am yet to join you on the losers bench. I know that my journey has been dificult so that I could stand up and fight not only for myself but for those who may not have the strength or courage themselves. I always try to think outside the box and see the whole picture --not just my piece. This helps when I get discouraged. If I had my surgery tomorrow I would still be at the Senate hearing next year fighting for our rights. Even as we lose weight I think we are all still "fat people" at heart and it's time we stand together and be heard...before AND after the surgeries are done. I appreciate you and Melissa so much. I know I asked her about 100 questions on the way to Springfield. Probably the same 100 she asked someone else. I want to, one day ,be able to pay forward the knowledge,strength and support that has been shown to me. Thanks so much, Dannielle