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I always get a chuckle with the line of walkers in the dining room hallway at my Mom's assisted living facility. Looks like a biker bar but instead of Harley's lined up there are walkers!

Saggy skin stinks and I think it just gets more saggy with age, not just weight loss.

I wi**** was 60 here - 45 when we walked the dogs which felt really cold when we were walking into the wind.

Greetings all

Somewhat cloudy today but no rain. This morning was eye follow up which went well Dr. says all looks perfect and indeed I feel I can see quite well and no issues. So we stopped at Walgreens to find some readers at the level recommended. Also scored some Fairlife milk and a few other things. DH is off to his Romeo lunch at this really dumpy dive bar that has good food. Unsure what he will bring home. Meanwhile I get tv control. I am engaged trying to figure out these glasses. Looks like I need them at the computer and reading but not for tv or other stuff. Guess I will become a person with glasses on the end of nose (Chuck Schumer) or on top of my head. It truly is amazing how this works. Had I known I would have paid out of pocket earlier rather than wait until medicare would pay.

So yeah Ann, our group is certainly a factor in our success. I say "our" even though I do not feel very successful right now having had some regain and not really addressed it. Seems like our common thread is realism, willingness to explore options, perseverance, and being nimble at the game of life. Yay for us. My brother's wife (he had vsg and did well) but she did not. She seems to just let life happen to her and not seek out what is needed. She "aged out" of vsg or so she said, I think meaning she got to medicare age and at the time it would not cover it. Anyway there is a can do spirit among this group and it shows.

Liz I could not find your pictures on TT. They will probably show up eventually. Sounds like a great time and great food. Travel safe.

Yeah Paula that chair can always be resold. Demand is high among older people. I was struck today at the eye doctor with all the old people there - a virtual parade of walkers. Same at Walgreens. Made me grateful that I can walk around without one and reminded me that I need to get back to the treadmill soon. Probably Sunday.

Yow Ann what a major remodel you have going on. Red Roof is not bad (recalling from my dog show days). Hoping your DH can get some back relief. And that your palace is finished soon. Curious about your floor finishes. Hardwood?

T-minus 45 days or so for Peps and DD. Yay

Diane S

128.6 lbs. and finally back under 130.

Good morning, friends, from the local Red Roof Inn--a small upgrade from our Extend America stay a few weeks ago. Yesterday we were evicted from our home by the flooring people who needed one last 24-hour period when no one was walking on the floors while their final sheen coat dried. We'll head back home this morning.

It's been a busy week--complicated tax prep, remodeling errands, some new medical issues and tests for DH who's got arthritis in his upper back happening for the first time time (the cheap mattress we bought for the attic has not done him any favors).

We're also preparing for Remodeling Phase 2 which will happen this spring and summer--construction of a new patio and walkways, a covered back porch, new driveways and landscaping. I'll be so glad when all of this is over!

Nothing more to add, except that Bonnie H started a good thread over on TT about the eternal effort required to battle our weight issues. Obviously, this challenge is not unique to us. But I was reminded of how successfully our little group has responded to this challenge compared to the vast majority of WLS patients. I do think our OHM group has played a significant role in our success. Sometimes I wish some serious researcher would delve into the micro-sample we represent and try to find out what we have in common ('ish) that has helped us. Interestingly, some of the traits and behaviors I'm aware of that we have in common appear to be outliers compared to most WLS patients.

Yes, I'm patting us all on the back. But seriously, y'all, we really should pat ourselves on the back more often than we do.

Hence, today's affirmation: "I love myself and deserve my love!"

Bonus epiphany: Regarding myself with loving kindness feels a lot better than being disappointed, frustrated, and angry with myself.

It's hard to give up a local paper. DH still pays for the Boston Globe (online).

Just one more paperwork day! Doesn't that feel amazing to be getting so close?