Thanks ladies, Samantha will be after you Sabrena. She is scheduled for 2:30pm. They told us to be there by 11:00 just in case things are on time. They said her surgery may be a little sooner. You wont remember me being there because you'll be out of it for a while, but I'll definately check in on you. When you both are good and awake I'll be cheering you both on to get up and do your laps and drink, drink, drink. Like Dawn said, I'm really thankful she will have you to go through this journey with. Is your pre op class the 31st? I thought that was what you told me. If so, we'll see you there. I have to work the night before and the night after, but I'm trying to get someone to change with me. Thank God I'm off during her surgery or that would definately have to be a call in and I don't like calling in.

 Dawn, I was heartbroken to hear about little Maggie. I worked on a PICU unit for almost nine years and the sadness was starting to overwhelm me. Thats one reason I changed jobs. It's so hard when you have children and grandchildren to watch someone go through that kind of devastation. My heart goes out to the family. Unfortunately, I will miss the bowl because I have to work, but I wish you all alot of success and lots of fun. You have been a great friend to them and I'm sure they appreciate your love and you efforts. I'm guilty of not keeping up with the boards lately. I dont have the opportunity to get online like I use to since changing positions, but as I've said many times before, "You guys are great".

Love,

Chris 

My daughter, Samantha will be having gastric bypass surgery April 16th. I know Sabrena, how cool is that? You will both be having surgery the same day. We are both very excited and are asking for prayers that everything will work out fine. I wish I could have had this life saving surgery when I was her age. Not only will it set her up to enjoy a lifetime of better health; hopefully, it will keep her from having to live a lifetime of emotional pain. I have been very happy with my surgery results, but in some ways there has been bitter along with the sweet. I'm a much happier and healthier person than I was 2 1/2 years ago, but I could'nt help but be a little sad because my happiness could not be fully enjoyed without feeling guilty that my daughter was still in so much pain. I could go out and buy new clothes, exercise, basically enjoy life, but my daughter was still burdened with the everyday horrors of being morbidly obese. I have held off going to any amuzement parks, something me and Samantha use to really enjoy, until my daughter could go with me. I told her after she heals up and has lost some of the bulk of her weight, it will be a mission to hit every amuzement park our travels could take us to. We will ride every ride until we puke, and when finished, will go back and ride them again. Oh, the joy I feel now. I can hardly wait. I guess we better start saving up money for clothes. No more stretchy, ugly pants. No more overly large shirts that hide the belly. No more going to the store with the feeling that no matter what you buy, its still not going to look like you wi**** would. Sorry I have rambled. I just needed to express my feelings of thankfulness to God for his direction and love, and to all of you for your continued support. Feel free to stop in if you like and be a cheerleader for her.

Love to all,

Christy

Sorry I haven't been posting lately. I have started a new job and I'm still working part-time at my old job until they get someone. I have been soooo busy on top of being sick from a virus bug I caught over the last few days. Anyway, just wanted to report that Samantha only has two more pounds to go until she reaches her goal weight for surgery. She has already had her pre-ops and has been approved by insurance. She goes back to the Bariatric Center on March 4th and I'm confident she will have lost the remaining two pounds. Hopefully, then they will give her a date. I'll keep everyone posted.

Christe S., thanks again for letting me sample the calcium crystals. I do like them and plan to order myself some. I think it will be much easier to take than the huge horse pills; however, I do still like the mint bariatric advantage brand. Thanks again.

Sorry, to hear about some of the issues going on with hate mongers. I can say with much enthusiasm that our board has some of the nicest, encouraging, and truly compassionate people I have ever known. Please dont let those that are being nasty keep you from being a part of our group. There are so many that are glad you are here and are willing to befriend, pray for, and encourage those who need it.

Lots of love

Just wanted to tell everyone, especially Christie that I am sooo very sorry about the coat and calcium crystals. When I found the coat it was laying across the pew with the crystals next to it. In the past people have brought protein powder and such that they didnt like and I just thought that was the case. I want everyone to know that I would never steal from anyone. I feel just awful. I will go to any lengths to get the calcium back to Christe. I have not opened them yet, which I am so glad. I just feel terrible about the mistake. As far as the purses and the teenage girls, I have no idea. I came by myself except for my husband helping me carry my stuff in. I am sorry people had their purses gone through and have other things missing, but I dont know anything about that, just the cyrstals. When I got home I wondered what happened to the coat. I just thought maybe I layed it aside and someone else picked it up.

Again, Christe, please call me as soon as possible. Robyn has my cell and home# and will be calling you to give you my info. I will be more than glad to bring it back to you. I am so sorry this happened. I hope this doesnt give you a bad idea about our clothing exchanges. As far as I know nothing like this has ever happened. I have always enjoyed the exchanges and I think we have a great goup of people for the most part. I am so embarrased and publicly appologize.

Hi MistyLynn, glad they seem to have figured out what the problem is. Sorry you have to go through another surgery, but I hope this will finally fix the problem and you can be pain free. I will be praying for a fast and full recovery. Keep us posted about your surgery date. HUGS!

By they way, you look really cute in your new avatar.