new to Ohio board.

Hi Everyone: Just wanted to intorduce myself. My name is Denise and I live in Parma. Iam having my surgery on Jan 24th at 12:30 pm. Iam so nervous but my Surgeons name is Dr. Eyeman and I trust him and his staff completely. Is there anyone on these Ohio boards who have Dr. Eyman or who have gone threw Northern Ohio Bariatric Center loacated in Parma Community Hospital. Iam a single Mom and my daughter is 15 years old. She is a bit nervous for me but looks forward to my new life she is very encouragin and supportive. I have my last support group on Jan 9th and she is going with me. Iam 49 years young and am looking forward to start living again. Well got to run now.. hop to talk to you all soon.

Welcome Denise! I'm not familiar with your Dr but wanted to welcome you and say hello! I wish you all the success in the world!

Denise, Welcome to the board. We are here for you. Your liquid diet looks great. I am 48 year old mother of 2 daughter 26 and 28 and 3 grandsons. Your daughter is going to love the new you. This surgery has come along way. I have had no problems I am down 62 pounds in 3 months. I feel greatttt Welcome aboard. It will only get better for you. Barb

Welcome Denise, Good luck on your surgery, I know you will come through with flying colors! Save some room for me on the losers bench...my number is up Feb 13!

Marcellis, Welcome to the board. We will be here for your surgery. If you have anything worrying you about the surgery just post we are all here to help you. You are in for a amzing ride. It is just wonderful. Down 62 in 3 months. Wow I feel great Hugs Barb

Thank you I love a shot of confidence!

Welcome to the Ohio board . Glad to see you.

Hi Denise.... I'm new to this "OHIO" Board too! I haven't been in Obesity Help for over 18 months now and WOW has it changed! I'm GLAD they have a local board like this! I'm in SW Ohio, so I cannot help you with the information you seek... but I CAN tell you that being nervous is normal. If your weren't nervous, then you might be taking it too lightly. But this surgery is a HUGE STEP ni changing your life, and it will happen for you. I'm approaching 50 years old, but WOW do I feel like I'm 30! REALLY! You'll be fine in time, promise... just take one day at a time. That's the only way. I had surgery over 3 years ago... and BOY what a start I had! I went back to work full time just 16 days after surgery AND that's after a hospital stay of 9 days of those 16! So you can imagine how bumpy I had it, huh? So if I can "make it" at my age with such a rough start, YOU have NOTHING to worry about! Your determination and resolve to CHANGE YOUR LIFE will help you heal so much faster afterward! The key is to MOVE AROUND ASAP after surgery.... Slow but sure and often... walk and walk and walk to gain more strength each day. Keep close to those who support you... here, in town, and your immediate family and friends. They can be the "wind beneath your wings"! Meloney RNY Surgery on Sept. 9, 2002 Was 317#, Lost 170# in 19 months GOAL ACHIEVED! New Goal is to MAINTAIN RESULTS http://www.rnyachievegoals.com http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/RNY_achievegoalsgroup http://www.cafepress.com/rnyachievegoals

Welcome Denise, I will send an e-mail -- I will be at Parma on Jan. 20th! Leslie

Welcome aboard Denise! You will be on the losing side soon.... I am happy for you. I will keep you on my prayers. Hugs, Julie 290/200/135