Cathy G...Where are you?

I know you are busy working hard...but just know that you are missed! How is your band doing? Tonja

I've been wondering about Cathy too!! I figured she was busy with work, family, and Christmas shopping! Cathy..... Come out, Come out, wherever you are!!!! We miss you around here!

Still no word from Cathy??? I sent her a PM today... Oh, Cathy...  Yoo hoo...  Where are you? We're missing you around here!

I'm seldom on OH anymore...finding myself consumed with job #2, my kids, and dealing with my personal struggles with my band.   I feel that I've gone back to nothingness...as he had to remove nearly everything so I could rehydrate.  Now, I have to go back to no satiety until next week when I can finally get in to get another fill.  There's a girl at work who has lost nearly 40 pounds and got her band about one month before me.  She's looks astonishing.  Every day is a reminder that so far, my band hasn't worked. I think I'm just going through a little self-pity...of which I hate to admit.  I'm ready for my band to work with me...not against me.   Which, is why I don't come on here much anymore.  I don't want to discourage any of the newbies. I'll pick back up soon...it's just a rough time for me right now. Cathy

Cathy Don't be discouraged, I am sure that part of it is the prednisone, it makes you so hungry I am not sure bypass or band could stop the hunger from it. You have been on it for so long. It also can cause you to hold fluid. It will happen. Tressa

Oh Cathy, I'm sorry you are going through this...  It WILL happen for you though!  Don't give up!  You just got off prednisone!!  Let your body get rid of the stores of steroids! Don't be a stranger.  We want to be here for you! Dot

We're here for you girl!  Just know that you are going to do great - your body just needs to heal! Here's a big hug! <<<<<<<>>>>>>>> We love you and are here for you! You are in my prayers! Tonja

Cathy I miss you.  Some of the newbies may encounter struggles as well, and hearing that they are not alone not everyone has had a perfect experience is very helpful too.  Or, some of the oldbies may hit a snag.  EVERY experience is valuable to all of us.

It is so hard not to compare yourself to others, but you know it's a waste of time.  The truth is, we all want to be at goal rather than just be on our way.  So, come here more often, to hang with people who can share your experiences in a way that "civilians" might not be able to.

Coming here right now is important to me because I've got some family troubles and it reminds me that I have value too, my own personal health is worth spending time on.