Yes, I realize it's Sunday and a lil' early but...
I wanted to take some time NOW while I have my brain functioning at a decent pace to post. In reflection of much over the last 11 months (and honestly longer) there is much I am thankful for and many people I am thankful for. This holiday season is different than any other I can remember in several years. Coming into it I have been depressed and several other emotions. I see a lot differently than in months past and wanted to come here and say "thank you" to my family here. It has not been an easy year and I've practiced more knee-mail than EVER but I do not want to forget to say thanks and remind myself and others that we have much to be grateful for.
Sometimes I (probably all of us) tend to get caught up at times in the negatives instead of realizing what we've accomplished and looking at the positives. It's often times hard to say "I've lost x amount of weight" without saying "BUT." It's THAT word that hinders us from time to time. I am struggling with my weight still but I am working hard at it. So, I am here this am to say I appreciate those of you who have stood/are standing beside me through some of the toughest situations. I realize I'm not the easiest person to handle not that I ever will be. I believe in deep rooted connections and reminding myself of all I'm blessed with.
There are those of you that are pre-op waiting on your chance to take this journey and get your life back so to speak. Then there are those who are newly post-op with all the concerns about the holidays and for me it was the eating part of festivities in the beginning that was particularly strange/hard but you will make good choices and in turn others will see those choices and you will leave a lasting impression and most of all be proud of yourself for getting through each event. Then there are those of us who are further post-op who may be facing challenges with eating (such as myself). Our "tool" still works and we have what it takes to make the right choices and make ourselves proud. We've come this far right? I am thankful for my family here and family scattered up/down the East Coast. I am thankful for my friends/amazing connections. I am thankful for God and his blessings upon me/us. I am thankful for this tool that still works and I am thankful for all the love and care I'm shown. There is much more and I'm sure you and I could fill pages huh?
I do have a little request. If ya'll would please 
for Mom who is going to be administered radiation on Wed for some health issues (which she's posted about earlier this past week). She is nervous, worried and a bit upset since it will mean we need to keep our distance from her for a few days including turkey day but we have faith and so if you would give God a shout. - Thanks
So, this Thanksgiving when my family and I sit down to share in prayer and dinner together I am going to make sure to thank God for all we are blessed with and pray for others that they may be blessed as well. From my family to yours I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving.
Kitty Kat
for Mom who is going to be administered radiation on Wed for some health issues (which she's posted about earlier this past week). She is nervous, worried and a bit upset since it will mean we need to keep our distance from her for a few days including turkey day but we have faith and so if you would give God a shout. - Thanks
So, this Thanksgiving when my family and I sit down to share in prayer and dinner together I am going to make sure to thank God for all we are blessed with and pray for others that they may be blessed as well. From my family to yours I hope everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving.
Kitty Kat 
Kitty Kat - the same to you. I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. With all the love you have in your heart and for your family I hope that you are blessed with a less stressful future. I pray for your Mom and what she is about to go though. It is great that we have everyone on this board that is so supportive of us and all we go through.
Bless you!
Jackie
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