Hi everyone, I'm new to this board...

Hello, My name is Kelley and I just had Lap RNY 21 days ago. I have been in the process since August of 2005, and was so grateful that my insurance decided to cover it! I'm still a bit raw, and also struggling to get in all the protein (most supplements don't agree with me), but know there is a light at the end of this tunnel. Just a blurb about me personally, I am 28, live in Maine, and have been with my wonderful partner Andi for 6 years. 3 years ago we "tied the knot" in Vermont. We have the most adorable little pug, some really great friends, a nice roof over our heads, and decent jobs. I am a substance abuse counselor at a halfway house for women. I love what I do! Anyhow, I look forward to supporting (and being supported) on this message board. Thanks! Kelley

Welcome to the board. If you have any questions feel free to ask. A little about me, I had my surgery in December. I have been with my partner for almost 8 years now. I just got a job in a gas station, but I am looking for an office job and hope to get one soon. My partner also had RNY in April. she also posts to this board, her name is Rhonda. Anyway, I wish you the best of luck and if you need anything let me know. Take care Erin

Hey Kelley, nice to meet you. I'm pre-op...hoping to have surgery sometime in the future, but it the process has been put on hold because I recently had a heart attack. A little about me....Me and my partner have been together for 15 years and share our home and lives with a 100 lb. Black German Shepard.

Welcome to the boards, Kelly! I'm 7 weeks out from Lap RNY and am down 50 pounds thus far. I've been with my hus-butch, Kim, for 5 and a half years. We live in NC with our two dogs, 2 cats and quaker parrot (you can see pics on my profile). I'm a county social worker and Kim is a retired nurse. Glad you decided to join us! Lisa L. 380/330/170

Kelly, Nice to meet you. My name is Melissa, I live in Va have been with my partner for almost six years. Together we share in caring for my eight year old daughter. I look forward to reading your posts and being of any support you might need. Melissa

Hi, Kelley. Wlecome to the loser's bench. Hold on tight and enjoy the ride. My name is Sharyn. I had Lap RNY on 8-19-2004 and have lost 125 pounds. I am at my goal weight of 140. My partner, Janet, had Lap RNY 6-15-2004. She has lost 145 pounds and is at her goal of 150 pounds. We have been together for 16 years and have a 7 year old daughter, Emily. We live on 7 beautiful acres of pine forest with our dog, cat, and some fish, not to mention the critters. I am currently in nursing school and Janet is studying History (bleh). Look forward to hearing from you on the boards. XOXOXO, Sharyn

Hi Kelley! Steve here - just an old Mainer who was transplanted to San Francisco way before you were born (1978). Two women from Portland posting on this board in one week- WOW. Pre-op here - got through the pre-screening the program has and have my first surgical consultation and orientation tomorrow. Welcome! Steve' p.s. I also work as a therapist in an LGBT-specific substance abuse & mental health program.