How do you celebrate your milestones?
There wasn't a support group in my area either, so I started my own. Maybe something to consider :)
Karen
Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/
Well, I had surgery 9 1/2 years ago, so I've had a while to gather a network of people. lol
That aside - I mainly post on the "Ontario Canada" forum here on Obesity Help. We have a really active forum and patients from all over the province (like a "state" lol) participate there, so it's been really easy to get people together. Have you checked out the AZ forum here? Not sure if anyone posts on it, but it would be worth a try to see if there's anyone in your area who might be interested in meeting for coffee, etc.
Aside from connections here, I put out the word through my family doctor and the employee health services unit at my work. Word travels and you may be surprised how many people are in your area and interested. :)
Karen
Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/
That is an extremely fabulous event idea. I'm 10 years out next March too - my gawd, where has the time gone?! You've got me thinking - thank you.
Karen
Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/
I bought a mantra band when i began this journey 18 months ago. it says 'believe' and it fits my xxl wrist and is adjustable. i might treat myself to more wheni have surgery and hit milestones. i read about them on this group, i think. mantraband.com
whatever you choose, you are worthy. appreciate you!
HW: 280 SW: 270. CW: 190. Goal: 140
Lap Band: 10/2007 Insurance Approval: 10/19/15 Revision to RNY: 11/2/15
Preop -10 M1 -26 M2 -19 M3 -10 M4 -11 M5 -3 M5 -4 M6 .. Too tired to do the math, but slow
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