WLS Success-through Powerful Positive Attitudes
NEW MEMBERS! Help Introduce Yourself!
I have loved reading the intros, it will take me several sessions to read them all but I'll get there.
I am 6 months out from my RNY surgery (open). I'm doing really well and am so pleased with my decision to reach for hope instead of dwelling in despair!
I am looking for an OH Home. My regular board has kind of fizzled and I really miss the friendship there, I need it.
I am a married lady (22 years) have three fantastic children (a sophomore in college, boy; a senior in HS, boy; and an 8th grader, girl). I live on a small farm in rural Missouri, where we host 6 dogs, 2 cows, numerous cats and a variety of animals that call our place home from time to time. Oh, and a mother in law.
I work 4 days a week at my chuch in the office, I love to teach and lead groups. My hubby and I have led mission trips for 10+ years.
Looking forward to getting to know you all!
It is always nice to have new people joining us here!
At times things are bit slow here... but we are trying to encourage more of the membership to feel at ease asking questions without having the fear of humilation. So.... feel free to post often and enjoy the site!
Yvonne is over 9 years out from her surgery, and I have passed my 1st year.... So I guess that makes me a "Toddler" now...at 14 months lol
Congrats on your surgery!
Wow, I didn't know they did many open's anymore so I feel more at home because that's what I had so hello "open" sister! I'd love to have you here as your OH home. You live in a place that I dream of where I can have that many animals. Of course if I had a place where I could have that many I'd probably fill that up too! You soud like a wonderful giving lady and we are glad you landed here. I see JEllen has already jumped in (as she so often does) she is AWESOME! So welcome, welcome, welcome!!
hugs, Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs 
Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
hugs, Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
i'm 46, a teacher, married with a 16 year old son and a 20 year old daughter, and 2 pesty dogs.
looking forward to getting to know you!
Hugs, Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
I am pretty new here. I'm 46 also, and I have a 17 yr old son. I had RNY 18 months ago. I hope we get to know each other better on here. I would be happy to help you with any questions or if you just need someone to listen. To me, the waiting is the hardest part. But, then you are on the 'other side' and on your way to the best part of your life!
WOO HOO!!
RNY Surgery June 25, 2009
Starting weight 288
Current weight 128
Dr. William Richardson, Ochsner Foundation Hospital, Bariatric Center of Excellence
I just want to take a moment to introduce myself... My name is Lindsey, I am from rural Iowa, and I am a brand new member!
I am 2 years post-op RNY and have lost approximately 180 pounds to date. I have been a part of the OH community since 2009, when I had surgery. At one time I "lived" on OH, but in the past year or so haven't been online quite as regularly, as I once was, due to work commitments. I was previously a part of a smaller close-knit group on OH that disbanned several months ago. The title of this group really drew me in and I'm excited to join in with everyone!! Thanks for letting me be a part of the journey!!
HW: 357 / CW: 180 / GW: 150
I so understand being caught up in things...I never dreamed I would end up making so much work for me to do BUT it helps me and it helps others. Now if I can get back here and do what I intended to do. You look great Lindsey! Let me also suggest you drop by my Bariatric Girl facebook page at www.facebook.com/BariatricGirlPage and my blog at www.bariatricgirl.com
Hugs, Y
Open RNY 3/30/01 260lbs - 130lbs Yvonne McCarthy, CLC. Health & Wellness Coach (full time volunteer). I am happy to help if I can. Visit www.bariatricgirl.com and see the Bariatric Girl blog! Also check out my Facebook Bariatric Girl Page. Photography site www.yvonnemccarthy.com .„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨„ø¤º°¨ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ¨°º¤ø„¸¸„ø¤º°¨
