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I know that I do not post too often, but I really need to get some things out. My mom died the other night. I am not sure how to feel... I feel so alone, but yet there are people all around me. I want to tell everyone in hopes that someone can make all these feelings go away. The thing is I am currently about 40 pounds overweight. My mom paid for my surgery...this is the reason that I will not settle at this weight. I will keep trying cause my mom would have wanted it that way. I just one more day with mom . Anyway I hope you are all doing well Take care Erin

Erin, you know I love you and always will. You should know too, that your mom was so proud of you. We talked a lot when we sat in the stands at your graduation, and she was so happy to see you get your degree. She felt as if she didn't have to worry about you as much...you had started to make your place in the world. Your mother's only concern was that you were happy and healthy, and she knows that you will have a brighter future now. I know it is hard, especially since you lost dad not so very long ago, but know that your mom and dad both are still looking after you and still loving you. It is going to be difficult for a long time, but know that I will always be here for you, no matter what. Rhonda

Erin, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You will definantly be in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your goal in mind and go for it.. You have lost a lot of weight so I KNOW you can do it!! Take Care, Kay

Hi Erin, I wish I had the power to make the feeling that are hurting so deeply go away. No one does. I am so sorry for your loss of your mom. Tomorrow is the anniversary of my mom's death. You will never be the same and yet you will feel your mom everytime you look at your reflection in the mirror. If I can help, please let me know. People often say "I know how you feel" but they really don't. No one knows what to say. They just want to make it better. Stay strong and keep moving forward.

**big hug** I feel as though I know how you are feeling because my mother passed away last week as well. Feel bad when you need to, and feel good when you can. Sending love, ~Lara

Oh Erin, sweetie, I'm so sorry about the loss of your Mom. I know this must be a very difficult time for you. You have come so far since we first met on OH, and I just know that your Mom had to have been soooooooooo proud of you and your accomplishments. You will get that 40 lbs. off....geez, Erin, look how far you have come so far. You are an amazing woman. You know you can always come here for whatever support you need. Rachelle

Oh Erin, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom...Know that we are sending love and healing your way.