HELLO FROM THE OTHER SIIIIDDDEEE!
I deleted my previous comment on this thread because I was in a hurry that day and admit I didn't read the intro carefully.
"...but do not badger me or others. Its uncecessary and I find myself getting overly defensive." and "Did I think some of the remarks were unecessary? Sure."
Seriously rubs me the wrong way.
Blocked.
Banded June 2009- Allergan 10mL AP-S
Revised to Sleeve in September 2016
I've never been badgered for being a clinician here (who works with bariatric patients), even though I've had an article published here. Everyone has been kind to me, and does not make me feel self-conscious. I wouldn't even worry about it.
I prefer the bluntness here, frankly. I've lost 450 pounds ish total, and that would never have happened without people being direct with me. I find it necessary and refreshing.
Good luck and enjoy the forums. :)
I've never been badgered for being a clinician here (who works with bariatric patients), even though I've had an article published here. Everyone has been kind to me, and does not make me feel self-conscious. I wouldn't even worry about it.
I prefer the bluntness here, frankly. I've lost 450 pounds ish total, and that would never have happened without people being direct with me. I find it necessary and refreshing.
Good luck and enjoy the forums. :)
Wow! 450? You are amazing!
ISO ... New "clique" members. You must be kind, warm, welcoming, honest, intelligent, and have a sense of humor. The words "shamed" or "victim" can not be in your regular vocabulary. Sarcasm is welcome (and wanted!), but cruelty is not. You must not be a coddler or a shamer. All members are free to classify themselves as vets, newbies, grasshoppers or anything else they desire.
I enjoy long walks on the beach, puppies, sunsets and taking off my bra as I pull in the driveway. If you are like minded, you are in!
And remember, we are ALL worthy of love, humor, and dignity.
I started a new group here for my old BP friends and any new friends who have a sense of humor. Link to join:
Nah, just stubborn. I also had lots of counseling. 150 pounds to go, but 450 pounds all kept off since 2010 or so isn't horrible. I may never get to goal due to my highest ever weight, however I am in for the long haul.
I'm totally rooting for you!
ISO ... New "clique" members. You must be kind, warm, welcoming, honest, intelligent, and have a sense of humor. The words "shamed" or "victim" can not be in your regular vocabulary. Sarcasm is welcome (and wanted!), but cruelty is not. You must not be a coddler or a shamer. All members are free to classify themselves as vets, newbies, grasshoppers or anything else they desire.
I enjoy long walks on the beach, puppies, sunsets and taking off my bra as I pull in the driveway. If you are like minded, you are in!
And remember, we are ALL worthy of love, humor, and dignity.
I started a new group here for my old BP friends and any new friends who have a sense of humor. Link to join:
Hoooollllllyyyyyyy heck Donna, how did I miss that you lost that much? Dang, that is some commitment that I find deeply inspirational!
Surgeon: Chengelis Surgery on 12/19/2011 A little less carb eating compared to my weight loss phase loose sleever here!
1Mo: -21 2Mo: -16 3Mo: -12 4MO - 13 5MO: -11 6MO: -10 7MO: -10.3 8MO: -6 Goal in 8 months 4 days!! 6' 2'' EWL 103% Starting size 28 or 4x (tight) now size 12 or large, shoe size 12 w to 10.5 150+ pounds lost
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Hi Ratchet, Welcome. Sounds like you are doing well. Read my blog page for my story. And keep the comments coming. We all like to chat here. Congrats on your success.You can learn a lot here from the experiences of others. Diane S
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