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Marvlous
on 11/3/07 6:26 pm - West Jordan, UT
Topic: RE: Good WLS counseling?
Cambria: Congratulations, the early months post op can be so difficult regarding emotional issues.  Dr McKinlay was my surgeon and I just met Dr Smith at the October Support Group at St Marks (he assisted in my surgery 2 years ago.) Any way one thing that happened to me, I think.... was because of all the anesthesia.  For me I remember my brain and my communications didn't seem to be coordinated.  I decided to have a massage hoping it would make a difference and it did.  There are some therapist that might be helpful.  I've never gone to one of them but I have found it helpful to attend support group each month and I always get something ouf of each meeting I attended. I noticed 2 weeks ago when I had an appointment with McKinlay he had some flyers regarding a lady therapist who had spoken a few month'.  I don't remember her name but she was also very informative and had also had the RNY surgery a few years ago. I do wish you well on your journey.   Marva 

Marva

267/158.0/150 (my personal goal 130) BMI was 43.0 / now 24.69

Jezebel17
on 10/30/07 7:27 am - Springville, UT
Topic: RE: Good WLS counseling?
Hey, Cambria!  I was very moody post-op.  I'd recommend you don't make any big decisions for a few weeks - and talk to someone (Check your insurance plan.) if you need to! Hang in there...you'll know if it's right :) Jessica
seanbear66rn
on 10/29/07 1:09 pm - Dracut, MA
VSG on 04/06/12
Topic: AN INVITATION to GLBT interest board
Hello
 I am inviting ANY gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered members or supporters  to a specific "MESSAGE BOARD"  for our community. Since posting the first invitation several longtime OH members who where not aware of this board have started to post.

This is the direct link to the message board.

http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/gay_lesbian_bisexual_trans gender/posts.html

Thank You........Sean
Cambria
on 10/23/07 5:10 am - south jordan, UT
Topic: Good WLS counseling?

Im 4 weeks post op and my thoughts are all over the place? I dont know why im having these thoughts when before everything before the surgery was so clear.  Has anyone else ever had this problem?  Let me back up a bit.....Im 24, engaged and before the surgery i was so sure about my fiance, well now im starting to doubt things and can think straight i dont know if it is hormonal but i think i need to talk to someone.  I am still very much in love with him but now i dont know if i should be marrying him now?

Jennigirl
on 10/20/07 1:00 am - Lehi, UT
Topic: RE: New to Utah and looking for new friends
Hello and Welcome to Utah!!  The only one that I know about is at St. Marks Hospital in Salt Lake.  I don't live close to there anymore I just moved to Utah County and I havent found one put here yet.  I think there is one in Ogden.  I am not sure.  Have a Good Day!!  Jenn
Jennigirl
on 10/20/07 12:57 am - Lehi, UT
Topic: RE: JET BLUE IS HIRING FOR UTAH RESIDENTS!!!!
I do and I love it.  I have been there almost 2 years.
Jenn A.
on 10/19/07 6:55 am - Visalia, CA
Topic: Calling all Teachers~ School, Home School or Sunday School

Calling all Teachers~ School, Home School or Sunday School

 

I am working on a holiday project for Marine Recruits who are sick or injured and having to spend time in Medical Rehab Platoon. Many of the recruits don't know if they will get sent home or they will get to see their dream come true. Below is a letter if you can read it and help out that would be great. Thanks, Jenn I am with a group call Marine Moms Online (MMO). We are an Internet support group for thousands of families of the Marine Corps. Each holiday season we turn our attention to sick and injured recruits at the Training Depots in both San Diego and Parris Island . These young men and women, approx 750, have been removed from regular training and will be in the Special Training Company (STC) over the holiday season. On Christmas morning MMO delivers a patriotic holiday stocking to each of these recruits. The stockings are filled with items that have been donated from various sources. In the stockings the recruits receive phone cards, envelopes, stamps, note pads and pens. But the key "gift" in this stocking is a bundle of letters that we collect from children all over the country. Last year each recruit had 12 letters in their stocking. That is over 8000 letters! Our goal is to bring cheer to these special recruits on Christmas Day and to show them how much we support them and stand behind their determination to become a United States Marine. And you can be part of that impact - in a very simple way! Would you please help by collecting letters and/or drawings from children of all ages? The subject can be patriotic, holiday wishes, or even a simple thank you for serving our county. It can be from schools, Sunday schools, clubs, and just your own kids. The end result is letters. However you decide is the best way for your class or school to participate is greatly appreciated. Following are simple guidelines for the letters. - Notes, letter, pictures and cards accepted. - Salutation should be "Dear Recruit" - Envelope for each letter/drawing is not necessary - send it all in one package to the address below. - NO personal return addresses. - Mark the back of each note with a classroom sticker or stamp with the school address, if they desire possible responses from recruits. Please mail your letters to arrive by December 5, 2007 to this address: MMO Holiday Project c/o The Avery’s

2403 West Sunnyside Ave Visalia CA 93277
Thanks in advance for your support of our project. We can make the Christmas season just a little better for these recruits who SO desire to serve our country. Sincerely, Jennifer Avery P.S. You can view photos from past visits at this website: http://marinemomvisits.com

 

Jenn  ~ Obesity Help Support Group Coach~
    
**In Memory of My Son PFC Jeffrey A. Avery KIA Iraq 4/23/07 **
 
If you can't stand behind our Troops feel free to stand in front of them!

 

 

 

 

 

Ronda E.
on 10/16/07 9:24 am - Tustin Ranch, CA
Topic: OH Magazine Issue 5 2007
You cheered for him on TV when he walked away with the Biggest Loser title and now you can read about Erik Chopin and his decision to forgo weight loss surgery and choose to lose his weight through diet and exercise. Erik's story about weight loss and plastic surgery appears in the latest issue of OH Magazine, as well as a sidebar from his plastic surgeon Dr. Andre Aboolian who explains what you need to know if considering plastic surgery. Readers will also learn about Lap Band fills; saline vs. silicone breast implants--what you need to know; finding intimacy; and fitness basics. You will also receive delicious recipes for the fall season and see before and after photos of your fellow OH members. This issue offers something for everyone whether you are considering weight loss surgery, already underwent weight loss surgery or are losing those excess pounds through diet and exercise. If you are already a subscriber, your issue is on its way. If you still need to subscribe to this bi-monthly publication, and receive six issues for the low price of $25, please click on the purple word Magazine at the top of this page or go directly to http://www.oh-magazine.com. If you have any questions regarding your current subscription, or need help subscribing, please email Annie at [email protected].
Ronda Einbinder
OH Magazine
Public Relations/Staff Writer

wowmomma
on 10/14/07 2:00 pm
Topic: RE: New to Utah and looking for new friends
I'm in sunny St. George!  I found a support group here that meets once a month.  I too can always use friends!!  Mari
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