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Da Shrinking Dawg
Ramon
on 6/4/09 11:27 pm - Houston, TX

Topic: RE: Suicide is not an option...

Having experienced this first hand, a friend died in my arms, and also having attempted I know that this now.. I recently started drinking after 15 years and had reached the point of suicide until I realized just how selfish I was being.. How would my brothers explain to thier kids about Uncle Jr? I chose to get into a recovery program and get help.. I am on my third week of sobriety and I am working hard to not repeat the actions that got me to that point..

PLEASE SEEK HELP.. I did and now no one has to tell my nephews and nieces that uncle Jr took the easy way out..

Ramon Lopez
Co-Founder
http://www.rydobesity.com
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE
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Thanks Obesityhelp.com

Da Shrinking Dawg
Ramon
on 6/4/09 11:19 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 07/07/04

Topic: RE: Grateful Post..

Hey can you give me a call sometime soon..

Da Shrinking Dawg
Ramon
on 6/4/09 11:18 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 07/07/04

Topic: Grateful Post..

Good Morning OH'ers.. IT'S FRIDAY! !

Today I am grateful..

That Cristine traded days with me so I can be off this weekend..

For late night talks..

That I get to see Stromboli this weekend.. I can't wait to get a head butt..

For the people that have came and stayed in my life.. I have many acquaitnances but very TRUE friends..

For Debra, Yvonne and the others that have helped me become the man that I am.. I love you all..

SONG OF THE WEEK "LOLLIPOP" BY THE CHORDETTES.. Lollipop lollipop
Oh lolli lolli lolli
Lollipop lollipop.....

Call my baby lollipop
Tell you why
His kiss is sweeter than an apple pie
And when he does his shaky rockin' dance
Man, I haven't got a chance

I call him
Lollipop lollipop
Oh lolli lolli lolli
Lollipop lollipop.....

Sweeter than candy on a stick
Huckleberry, chimry or lime
If you had a choice
He'd be your pick
But lollipop is mine

Lollipop lollipop
Oh lolli lolli lolli
Lollipop lollipop.....

Crazy way he thrills me
Tell you why
Just like a lightning from the sky
He loves to kiss me till I can't see straight
GEE, MY LOLLIPOP IS GREAT

I call him
Lollipop lollipop
Oh lolli lolli lolli
Lollipop lollipop...

MOVIE QUOTE OF THE WEEK FROM STAND BY ME.. The Writer: [voiceover] It happens sometimes. Friends come in and out of our lives, like busboys in a restaurant.

Corgi Mom !.
on 6/4/09 8:15 pm - sunny, FL

RNY on 03/16/05

Topic: RE: Stressed now ...taking away Cymbalta

No problem. Be insistant. Some things are so important. It isn't crushable but it still works. I took it right away post op because I had too. My psych doc talked to my surgeon and advocated for me. I advocated for myself. I hope all goes well for you. Blessings on your journey. I will keep you in my prayers.

Corgi Mom
RNY
3/16/05
287/129 bmi 20.2 height 5'7"
Loss is good Maintanance is GREAT
Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly

Melissa1965
on 6/4/09 12:50 pm

RNY on 12/11/09

Topic: RE: A story about life..

Thanks. I needed that right now.

Patricia R.
on 6/4/09 12:09 pm - Perry, MI

RNY on 08/28/06

Topic: RE: Naltrexone

I relapsed several times after many years of sobriety in AA. I never really worked the 12 Steps with a sponsor. Back in October, after over 6 years of sobriety, and two years after my RNY, my therapist put his foot down and insisted I get treatment for my alcoholism. I have been in outpatient treatment since then. It really knocked me for a loop because I have been in and out of AA for almost 20 years, not really doing what I had to do to stay sober.

You may want to go back to AA, and get a sponsor, and ask for help in working the steps, while you are on the Naltexone. I would never discourage you from following a doctor's advice. There is a concern about being on Naltrexone, and that is that you should wear a medical ID bracelet, in case of an accident, the ER can know that you will need stronger narcotics for any pain that you may experience, because it will inhibit the effectiveness of opiates, and make it harder to get rid of physical pain while on them.

Whatever you do, I wish you the best in recovery.

Trish

Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer 96179

duncanbunch01
on 6/4/09 4:19 am

Lap Band on 03/11/09

Topic: RE: Need Antidepressant Med/ anti-anxiety med input

I am having a terrible time.
I had lap band surgery on March 11th. I have noticed that I will fly into a rage for no, or little to no, reason. I have never been like this.

I am on Wellbutrin 150 mg per day.

I don't know what is going on but am not liking who I can become at the drop of a hat.
Has this happened to anyone else?

Nannyre2U
on 6/4/09 4:18 am - Donaldsonville, LA

Topic: Suicide is not an option...

Having just read the post about Carradine's suicide and on the heels of much talk about suicide, I dare to step up onto my soap box and shout from the top of my lungs SUICIDE IS NOT THE ANSWER! There is help. There is hope. If you are struggling with this demon, please know that there is help for you. You can reach out to me and I will try to help you get the help you need. Or you can pick up the phone and dial 911. It does not have to end the way it feels to you it should. I am saying all of this because it seems this has been the month of suicides. Three weeks ago a former client took his life. When I learned the news, I was so disturbed because I know I could have gotten him the much needed help. Week before last, someone introduced me to the movie Seven Pounds which I do NOT reccommend to anyone--however as disturbing as it was, I'm glad I saw it. (See my review on Facebook and EBAY) Last Wednesday a young man approached me before church and told me if he did not get help, it would be the last day of his life. Needless to say, today he is in the hospital getting the help he needed. Last night I encountered another suicidal homeless person and made sure she got some much needed help. Having struggled with depression a lot in my life, I am here to say THERE IS HOPE and THERE IS HELP! If you find yourself in despair, and are tempted to end it all know that there are mechanisms in place to help you. If you dial 911, you will be brought in for evaluation and if you pose a threat to yourself or others, the Coroner has the power to have you held (committed) for further evaluation, workup and treatment. Please remember this. SUICIDE IS A PERMANENT SOLUTION TO A TEMPORARY PROBLEM!

Never Give Up! We win by losing! Nannyre

Amanda Roberson
on 6/3/09 11:23 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 11/05/08

Topic: RE: Grateful Post..

Today I am grateful for:

My health – getting better
My family – great kids ; Joey just graduated from Kindergarten (see pics in profile)
My extended family on the TMB
My trip to Arlington this weekend with kids to Six Flags
Another Day!!!!

151lbs lost since surgery. 36lbs pre-surgery !
Total today is = 187lbs lost !!!

Da Shrinking Dawg
Ramon
on 6/3/09 11:02 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 07/07/04

Topic: Grateful Post..

Happy Friday Eve.. Well for me it is Friday..

Today I am grateful..

That it is my Friday..

For understanding..

That I am going to be smart..

For another day..

That I am going to have a good day..

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