My first posting EVER!

I have never participated in message boards, but I think connecting with the WLS community is really important, not only for me and my success, but also for new WLS patients. I am 11 months since my surgery [anniversary date: 12/01/05 ] I have lost 100 pounds and 18 dress sizes. I am very happy with my surgical results and am now prepared to hold steady. My surgery was performed in Chula Vista (San Diego). Seven months after my surgery I moved to Stayton, Oregon. Now I have to find new doctors, nutritionists, and hopefully a closer support group in addition to the support group I attend in Portland which has been a great help to me in my weight loss journey. I am interested in starting a support group closer to my home. Anyone have suggestions on where/how to begin?

Paddee: Hi!! I live in gates about 17 miles east of you. I come to stayton to do my shopping. This is cool!! I haven't had my surgery before but I hope to have it before the end of the year. I will have it at Salem Hospital. Have you gone to any support group meetings yet! If not join us at the Hospital on Tuesday Nights at 6:30. It's great !! I will be looking forward to meeting you and Hope you join us. Lori McGuire [email protected]

Thanks so much for the reply Lori. I am interested in the support group. Which hospital? Salem Hospital? Is it every Tuesday night?

You might want to check with the Corvallis Samaritan Bariatric Program for your needs. It's a wonderful program. 541-768-4280 Darla

The support group meets every tuesday, at the Salem Hospital, from 6:30 til 8 PM. Hope to see you there. I'm there every week with my husband. Tonight I will have on a Blue long sleve tee shirt with a white fake undershirt. I have long brown hair with grey on the sides. My name is lori and my husband is Roy. Hope to see you. Lori