What is an angel???

Hello~ I have been lurking (LOL) around looking and profiles and asking questions here and there. Everyone is great on this site! Thanks to all. Lately I have been reading that people get an angel? What exactly is an angel? Do you get one before surgery? Hopefully I am having surgery in January- do I automatically get an angel around that time or do I have to know someone to be my angel? Sorry I am just curious. Tara

Angels is in reference to the term used in WLS. In WLS an angel is someone who is also interested or has had WLS and is there to support you, to email you, send you electronic cards, call you and check on you during and after surgery, if they are close enough frequently they stop by the hospital. They are there to answer questions and be a friend who has gone through similar things. Many times friendships bloom and last a lifetime! I guess that is the best explanation I can give. My angel and I have become good friends even though we have never met --- YET!! I have also angeled many and developed friendships-- many have continued and developed into wonderful relationships. I consider them all extended family-- sisters/brothers!! It is a real committment and can be a challenge at times, I have had many angellettes, and one that even passed away http://obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/members/wlsmemorial.php {Dominique Brandwen (New York, NY) July 4, 2006 } due to post-op complications (blood clots) sadly, but I continue as the benefit I feel for self/others is far outweighed by the risks! HTH! Take Care, Jamie Lap RNY 10/9/02 Dr. Singh 320/163 5'9'' (lost 45# before surgery) Plastics 6/9/04 & 11/11/2005 Dr. King http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jamiecatlady5/ "Being happy doesn't mean everything's perfect, it just means you've decided to see beyond the imperfections!"

Thank you Jamie.

an angel is looking out for you asking questions about the surgury. i will be anyones angel who wants me to be there angel. where are you from you can also look at my profile too.

Thanks Dawn but I live on Long Island.