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3 years today,,
It was Thanksgiving in Canada. Well I wasn't very thankful that day!! But, by the end of it I was in a hospital. FINALLY, after moaning and groaning 4 months post op Dr. Goddard ER Doctor) finally gave me the CT scan I needed.. Abscesses formed and leak flowing. They opened and operated 5 different times, but, my sleeve was pissed and was going to heal on its own. I would say around the year mark or so it was healed. At 18 months out, it was confirmed! It was a hard old road. But with all the positive support and family and friends, I made it through.
That is what I am thankful for today. My sister for kicking my ass to the hospital. I thought it was over!! But, the doc gave me hope and the most amazing Nurse I had, Kim...We're still friends today. I had many nurses, but, she stood above all and made sure everything was right!
Happy Thanksgiving Day!
Hugs
Donna
Leaky sleeve survivor!!! 2008/2009 ~ 5'7"~ 42F Bougie 
Congrats on 3 years !!!!
You took the long way around......and came out much better for it......
Nothing but respect...........
frisco
SW 338lbs. GW 175lbs. Goal in 11 months. CW 148lbs. WL 190lbs.
" To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art "
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Dr. Paul Cirangle
Yes, three years ago I wasn't sure you were going to make it! You were the first sleevester I heard of with complications, and your long road of healing seemed ... um, really REALLY long!
You have been an inspiration over the past three years. And today you can truly be thankful! Congratulation, Donna!
--Dorothy
You have been an inspiration over the past three years. And today you can truly be thankful! Congratulation, Donna!
--Dorothy
Highest weight: 292 Pre-op weight: 265 Goal met: 150 Six years out: 185 and trying to lose again!
Wow Donna, you have stood the test of time. You are definitely a survivor and a *****y one at that! I didn't realize how many surgeries it took to get you fixed up. Thank goodness for all of the support and love in your life.
Biggest standing kudos for not only surviving, but doing it beautifully!
Biggest standing kudos for not only surviving, but doing it beautifully!
HW: 249 SW: 229 GW: 149 Age: 63 - Body by Sauceda - 12/2011
when i came to the boards you were one of the ones i looked up to you always had a upbeat attitude and never had a bad thing to say about anyone..
Im so pleased for you that you came through your ordeal with flying colours.. It must have been so hard on your family to watch you go through so much, and still try and help you and keep you with positive thoughts...
congrats on your three years..
Linda 5".4
6lbs under goal weight
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Breaks my heart you went through all that my sweet friend! I am soooooo glad you persevered!! You have a phenominal attitude my dear! 
Wow I didn't realize all you went through! I'm almost glad I wasn't coming on OH 3 years ago or I might have chickened out. I'm a weenie like that! Happy you made it and are still going strong!
Wanda
Some people might not support my WLS decision.
Those people remind me of slinkys. Not good for much but it would would bring a smile to my face if someone pushed them down the stairs.
Ticker includes Pre-op weight loss 24 lb.
Some people might not support my WLS decision.
Those people remind me of slinkys. Not good for much but it would would bring a smile to my face if someone pushed them down the stairs.
Ticker includes Pre-op weight loss 24 lb.
