Hello!
I've been flamed royally by the gang on the Main Board this weekend because I actually dared stand up to them- it's the board that newbies first come to when they are seeking out the possibilities of WLS, and they often get such crap. I feel like I've been swimming in a sewer. I think I'm going to stay on the board, though, to see what I can do about offering clean support.
At any rate, I am a lightweight, have lost 100+ lbs, and have been at goal weight for several months maintaining successfully. I am active on the RNY board, and get wonderful support there.
I look forward to hanging out with you all if you will have me!
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
Height 5'0 HW-247; SW- 238; GW-140
Friendly folks here and nothing but support. Congrats to you and your success.
I know what i'm doing,I have it all planned-plans to give you the future you hope for.Jeremiah 29:11(The Message)
With God's Will, I was approved!
Hi Anne, Thanks for standing up to them. The DS crowd (assuming that is who you are referring to) actually had me questioning that I selected RNY the other day, and I researched it a TON and know it's RIGHT for me... but they are so dang insistent... I just try to avoid them.
Ellen RNY Surgery Date: 12/6/2011
5' 5.5" Surgery BMI 37.5 HW 254 SW 230 GW 150 - reached 11/6/12
Consult:239 SW:217 1mo:195 2mo:182 3mo:169 6mo:139 9mo GOAL CW: +2 from underweight
--gina
5'1" -- HW 195/SW 187/GW 115 July 08/CW 121 Dec 2012
******GOAL*******
Starting BMI between 35 and 40ish?
Join us on the Lightweights Board!
DS on Aug 9, 2007 with Dr. Hazem Elariny
I wish all that creativity the Main Board gang have been exhibiting could go to something constructive. It is ugly and unnecessary, and yes, it does demonstrate capacity of a person. It's playing cheaply and at the expense of some in order to create a sense of solidarity.
It's a good thing I have developed a rhino skin- I've taken a long hot shower and I'm better than new.
And now with all of your warm and understanding welcome, I am ready to roll!
Thanks!
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
"What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls the butterfly." Richard Bach
"Support fosters your growth. If you are getting enough of the right support, you will experience a major transformation in yourself. You will discover a sense of empowerment and peace you have never before experienced. You will come to believe you can overcome your challenges and find some joy in this world." Katie Jay
