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Topic: RE: Hi new here
Hi Sarah. I got some information off of the RCRH website about the group.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Event Name: Obesity Support Group
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Rehab 1
Event Fee: Free
Event Description:
Call Marcella Jones (605) 719-9133, or Carolyn McIntyre at (605) 342-4922 for more information.
Topic: RE: Should I have surgery??????
RuthAnn,
The last one I got to go to was Sept. 18 and then I haven't recieved notice of the others...it is usually the third Thursday of the month, which would be the 16th this month. I will check around and see if I can find out for sure. It is usually at 7 PM in the lower part of SV Hospital. I will let you know more when I know more. It has been very beneficial to me. When was your surgery, with who?
Topic: RE: Hi new here
Thank you Meghan and Danielle. I am so excited about this I am trying to make sure I have everything covered : )
Topic: RE: Should I have surgery??????
when and what time are the support groups at sioux valley? I live in mitchell but work in sf and by the time i get back to mitchell i miss the meetting here....so going to the one's in sf would work better for me
Thanks
Ruth Ann
Topic: RE: Should I have surgery??????
I agree with RuthAnn, this is a very personal decision that you have to make. Discuss how you feel with your hubby and family. Make a list of all of the pros and cons, then do a lot of talking - and praying. It is a major, life changing decision in all areas of life. I have no regrets and 5 months out, I am 90 pounds lighter. I started at 308 (although I was 316 at my heaviest), and was 303 on the day of surgery. I am now 211. My life has changed dramatically. While my arthritis is still bery painful, I can go a whole day and still be able to walk at the end of the day, which was impossible last year. I am also off of my acid reflux meds, sleep the whole night through without medicine to do so, and am no longer taking any asthma medicine. Life is good - even with some MAJOR personal set-backs that would have sent me to the refrig and the chocolate bars prior to surgery. Some days it is difficult - old habits die hard. There are all kinds of colds,etc. going around - and some days I'm not sure if I'm feeling ill due to sickness or surgery. If you decide to go for the surgery, let us know. I will be there for you, as many on this site will. Also, if you live in the SF area, I would personally be your support. We have support meetings at Sioux Valley Hospital every month and you are more than welcome to attend one of those. LOL...cyndi
Topic: RE: Should I have surgery??????
Sheri
Choosing to do surgery is something you have to decide......I choose surgery because I started having other medical issues...
it has been just under 7 months for me and i've lost 80 of the 135 i want to loose...good luck to you either way you choose
Ruth Ann
Topic: RE: Hi new here
Sarah...Sorry I forgot to tell you that you can email me any time at [email protected]....
Topic: Should I have surgery??????
Ok- here it is!! I need your advice, help, thoughts & opinons!! I am 32 & almost 100 pounds overweigh!! I'm not huge- but I'm, not thin either!! I have been considering sugery for a couple years now. I am told by friends, co-workers & even my husband that I do not need surgery. Some say I don't look heavy & carry the extra weight well. Yeah- but I still feel yucky, tired & often have no energy. I keep saying that no one knows how it feels untill your in this spot! I have went to the seminars & all my Dr. appt. ect... it's just a matter of schedualing a date!! Here's the other catch- my insurance has denied me twice. The Dr. says I'm still a good canidate for surgery. I wound be paying for this with lots of cash up front - which is scary & costly!! I have a 2 year old little girl & down the road may want one more- but not totally sure! I want to just go for it- but I 'm not sure if I'm making the right choice!? I've tried all the diets, pills & even exercising- just like everyone else.I just feel I need a liitle help & I'm commited to changing my eating habbits & having a new life. Just don't know what the answer is??I need help & support?? Is the surgery
worht it & right for me????????? Sheri
Topic: RE: Hi new here
Hi Sarah,
I'm on the other side of the state in SF so I don't know anything about groups in that area. I do know that this site is a wonderful source of support and welcome to it! Good luck with the approval process.
DaniR
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