Gus J. Slotman, M.D. Dr.Slotman has a great personality.He makes you feel like your health is his #1 priority.
Another thing I liked was he explain the surgery and the procedure to you clearly and gave you time to make you mind up after leaving his office.And speaking of his office
I don't know if he trained them or are they just heaven sent,but they were very nice and helpful and didn't delay on anything.For anyone looking to get this surgery,choosing Dr.Slotman would be an awesome move b/c he don't pressure you and he take out the time to answer your questions(not even knowing if you're going to be getting the surgery with him)He also talk to you about the importance
of aftercare.Letting you know this is vital to you recovering smoothly.And please don't think this is a walk in the park, he explain the risks and probabilities of this surgery,
that's why he give you a chance to go home and think about all he has told you.This staff of people really work together and I would give them a "CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH" #1!
One other thing,they took care of my insurance approval,I never had to write anything or talk to anybody!!!
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appt on 02/28, and I
know that everything
is in Gods hands.
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happy for you. And
If you feel you need
a time out with your
boyfriend, by all
means you should do
it. I mean It's your
life right? Take
care and May God
bless you in all
things that your
pure heart may
desire.Smooches
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2/2004 I am 31 years old, was always the biggest of all my moms children. 4 of us-I'm the third daughter. People always thought I was the oldest.
I have two children and I'm also a comedienne.
I'm very active, but suffer from many health issues. Although, if you look at me you can't really tell that most of the time I'm in some sort of pain. So, I have an appointment in April to get gastric bypass surgery done. I've been through my pre-op testing and is really looking forward to getting healthy.
Today is 3/1/04, I'm so excited that someone from the website contacted me. I want to share my journey to a healthy lifestyle with whoever I can help. But, thanks Momma Angel for taking out time to pray for me. I will also keep you in my prayers.
Today is 3/2/04, I was just looking through the website to see if I could find some new members to this web page, and of course I did. This is a very exciting thing, to be able to share feelings with people who really understand what I'm going through. There are so many people waiting to be approved for the "SURGERY". I thank God for the opportunity, but the waiting period is like "Come on already".
My surgery date is 4/14/04 and there's some last minute testing that has to be taken care of, that's cool. Well, I'm signing off now, but I'm going to email a few friend that have been waiting for approval, just to help encourage them to hold on. Good Night!!!
Today is 3/4/04, I called my surgeons office today to see what appointment should I make first, pulmonary or PCP med. release appt. They asked me did I receive a medical reservation form from the hospital where I'll be having the surgery, I told her-no- she said I would have to wait for that to come in the mail then call them back. This isn't a set back, but it do make you fill frustrated, just when you think everything is moving, here comes a stick, being plunged into the wheel. Well what can you do?
Today is 3/7/04, Yesterday I waited for the mail to come in to see if my reservation letter from the hospital would be in, of course it wasn't, I need to get the ball rolling. Although there are some things I still could be taking care of like... make my pulmonary appt. and get the referral & med. release from my PCP. I'm going to take care of these things tomorrow. Well until then...Bye!
Today is 3/8/04, I recieved my mail today, but the reservation letter didn't come. I did however, make my appt. to see my PCP. It's for tomorrow and what trips me out is every time I go, there's this receptionist that looks at me to see if I had the surgery done. She always say "Girl, I'm waiting to see what you're going to look like so I'll know if I want to have it done". She don't understand that she need to be researching this procedure like I did for a year. I'll help school her if she decides this is what she wants, well I have to get my son from the bus stop...Til-Later
Oh, I forgot to tell you what my sister said to me. I was telling her to come check out the website with me and she said "I feel like Dr. Phil, I think this surgery is a way for people to stop loosing weight on their own". Now, she's just as over weight as I am, so for this to be coming out of her mouth was like WHATEVER! I believe she think this is a walk in the park,like you have the surgery and loose the weight and life is all good. She'll see when I have her come to my house to take care of me after surgery (not that I need her to b/c I have a great boyfriend) but I'm going to make it bad for her! Well...Later
Today is 3/9/04, I went to my appt. at my PCP and all went well. I gained a couple of pounds because I started eating like it was going out of style, after I got my surgery date.(I don't suggest that anyone do this!)The lady I was telling you about before didn't really give me much trouble today. She knows when I'm get my surgery now. Later on I went to church for a leadership meeting and I was telling one of the members from the church that I'm looking forward to getting my surgery next month, she comes yelling "Don't do that, one of my friend just died from that", mind you, she's much bigger than I am. I told her "Well I'm doing it, because a lot of my friends LIVED"!!! People trip me out thinking that this surgery is going to be the END. For me it's going to be the BEGINNING. One thing I must say to anyone reading this journal, I don't let negative talk get in my head, I have researched this and the good definitely out weighs the bad!!! So, I asked her did the lady die in the hospital, she said no, that the lady was out doing good and die in her sleep. Now I don't know about yall, but that's the best way to GO!I told her, you don't know if it had anything to do with the surgery, she said "I believe it did",(here she go, playing doctor).Well, I'm signing off til later.
Today is 3/10/04,I told myself I wasn't going to post everyday,
BUT,I GOT MY LETTER!!! All the pre-op test that you have to get right before the surgery is going to be done on Mar.25th. In the letter it tells me to bring my Advance Directive or Living Will!Now,I'm not scared of death,but I didn't expect for them to ask for that.At this point,I'm going to bring a letter stating if I need to be put on life support, DON"T keep me on it no longer than 1 WEEK.Just enough time for family to come say their last good-byes.For some reason,I'm at peace with dying because I have such faith in GOD that if He's ready for me,Then O.K.who am I to question HIM! O.K.,I'm finish for now...will post later!
Today is 3/14/04,I just came back from Raleigh,North Carolina.It was the bus trip from HELL!!! I live in Philly, it should have only only taken us 6-7 hours,depending on traffic-NOOOO-It took us(are you ready for this)....SIXTEEN HOURS...OH MY GOODNESS!!! The bus driver did get directions, but his clearity was way off!O.K. I'll take it,but when it was time for us to go to the convention center where all the festivities we're taking place...only 5 miles from hotel,he gets lost again! O.K. O.K....I'll even take that,but on the way home...The #!^$ bus breaks down,and we have to sit on the side of the road for....FOUR HOURS to wait for another bus...THE DEVIL IS A LIAR!!!! We sang spirituals and watched Madea's Family Reunion(we laughed)So,I am bushed! I'll write later....
Today is 3/17/04,I didn't know I would have to have so many referals,medical release letters,pre-admission test,etc... I'm all tested out.It's now less than a month away before I have the surgery.Nope,I'm not scared!I'm trying to get prepared for my family, so they don't have to worry about too much while I'm in the hospital.Sometimes, I think something is going to delay my surgery, Nobody better get in the way of my rebirth! That's all I'm going to say now...Til later!!!
Today is 3/19/04, I am SOOOOOOO excited about having my picture posted.THANKS LEILANI!!! I like when I'm writing or responding to peoples messages,seeing who I'm talking too!Well,since I'm here,my day is going fine. I called the pulmonary office where I had my sleep test done,to see if I could get a medical release letter,they gave me the run-around. I don't feel like I accomplished anything today. Well,guess I'll see what Monday will bring!!! I'll post later.....
Today is 3/20/04,I was telling my boyfriend that in case anything go wrong with the surgery,I want him to learn how to go on this website and update my progress. He was like,stop talking like that. I think he's scared and don't want to think of anything going wrong,that's cool! I can't wait for Apr.14th to come. I started to go buy myself a size 14 outfit, but my money is funny! I'm a size 22w right now. People always say "You don't look that big", well I sure feel it. I'll be the 1st to say I am a sharp dressing, hair doing, treat myself person, but the weight has become a little too much to bare. I hate when I go somewhere and I began to sweat. That's so embarassing. Especially in the winter. Well, until later....
Today is 3/22/04,I called the pulmonologist office today and the same woman I talked to on Friday tried to give me the run around today. OH NO, I called this number to have doctors paged in case of emergency....and he was on that line so fast! I told him what I wanted, apologized for any interuptions and was on my way! TODAY was a good day!!!!! Will post later.......
Today is 3/26/04, I went yesterday to get my pre-op testing done, EKG..chest x-ray...blood test. It was a snap!!! I'm waiting now for my PCP to get back from vacation to get my med. release letter to the surgeons office. I also need the same thing from the pulmonologist office...but I have to make an appt. to see him in order for him to send it. I told yall nothing is going to get in my way...I tried to make the follow-up appt. he said I DIDN"T NEED,and they tried to give me an appt. for 6/3/04. Now...my surgery is set for 4/14/04, how am I going to get a med. release letter 2 months AFTER my surgery! OH NO...I talked to a nurse at the pulmonary office,she gave me an appt. on 4/9/04!!! Thank God... I hate to be responsible for my #!*% thoughts(smile)
I'll be updating soon!!!!!
Today is 4/1/04,I went to my-two weeks before surgery-check in but it was drama before I even made it there! I told yall I needed a clearance from the pulmonologist and my PCP, I didn't get either. My PCP won't give me one until he see a report from the pulmonary doctor in which I can't see until 4/9/04...5 days before my surgery...is somebody playing? Then I can't see my PCP until 4/12/04,you talking about cutting it close. I can't get the surgery until I have those clearances! My surgeon said that after I see both,they can fax the clearances to his office. I'm not frustrated yet,but I'm going to have to pray hard for my pulmonary doc. He didn't want to see me until I called for the clearance letter. Well I guess I'll be posting good news later...
Today is 4/4/04, it was an overall good day.I was in church all day and had a wonderful soul sprucing up my profile! I'm very greatful to this website b/c you meet so many wonderful people...Thanks ObesityHelp.com!!!
Today is 4/8/04, I'm totally devastated. I've been with my mate for almost 12 yrs and I dealt with his alcoholism and cheating and not to mention a list of other things. But in 2002, he gave his life to Christ and have been living this way every since. Well I found out that he is seeing the same woman that he was cheating on me with a few years ago. I feel like this is just the wrong damn time to be doing this...but I guess any time is a bad time if your heart is involved. She is not attractive and she's about the same size I am, so it's not the weight, it's just he's going back to that old stuff he used to do. I smelled alcohol on him and I knew he fell off of his recovery. I'm not fighting this time. I've been in his corner for everything this man goes through and I'm declaring TODAY...THIS IS IT!!! I'm going to focus on me and me only! Keep me in your PRAYERS for 4/14/04!
Today is 4/29/04, I'm 2 weeks post-op! I made it to the other side! It was a journey to get here...I received my clearance letters just hours before my surgery. When I went to the hospital on 4/14/04, I was with my sister...she was such an life saver, you really need someone there with you. I went in with an positive attitude...I'm a CHILD OF GOD, so I was in a WIN-WIN situation. I had to go to admissions,then to a waiting area where you put on a hospital gown and take a last pregnancy test. We then went to a area where you wait to see your surgeon before surgery (ask last minute questions,etc.) They took me to the operating room where they put in your epidural and that's all she wrote! I remember someone calling me to let me know surgery was finished. I was in the recovery area waiting for my room, a little discomfort in the stomach area, but was fine. When I finally got my room, I was feeling fine b/c you still have your epidural in and your now getting morphine for pain. I was up and walking that same night. My surgery was at 7:30am, I believe I was walking about 12 hours later! The 1st two days were wonderful (the epidural was still in my back)! After they took the epidural out my back...OMG!!! That's when the real recovery started! The pain you feel is real! It's hard and you have to get use to it! You don't have that epidural med running through you any more...I was not walking much after that..it hurted to walk. That only lasted about two days, after that I was able to maintain. They sent me home w/percocets! I loved them but I was alleric to them...dag...we had a great relationship going on! I'm now taking Tylenol w/codeine...they are nasty but I don't need much pain meds now anyway...So that's what's going on. I'm doing great, I go for a weigh in on Thursday,I will post then. That will be my 3 week check-up...Later!
Today is 5/24/04, I haven't been posting much because I've been working on my new change of life...which has been going GREAT! I went to my 3 weeks weigh-in an had lost 29lbs! I felt SOOOO GOOD. This Thursday I'll be going for my 6 weeks weigh-in, I sure hope I've lost at least 10 more pounds. I'm concerned because I can eat anything with no problems. I don't eat alot in one sitting, but sometimes I can put more food away than other times. I had to learn how to not overeat. I did this a couple times and that was miserable! I've recovered well since the surgery, but have a lump in my stomach...the nurse that was visiting me the first few weeks after surgery said it could be scare tissue under my incision. It's really hard and hurts sometime...otherwise I'm doing great! Well, I guess I'll be updating you guys on my weight lost and the outcome of what this lump is after the 27th of May...until then, LATER!
Today is 5/29/04, I've lost 9 more pounds...I guess that's OK! The Lump in my stomach is a pocket of fluid that should have drained but didn't, so the doc said it will go down on it's own in month or so. I'm now on solid foods and have been maintaining well. I'm going to a baby shower, so I have to get outta here...I'll be back later!
Today is 6/21/04 and it seems like I'm losing weight really slow. Some say that's the best way to lose it, but I beg to differ. It's been almost two months and I've lost forty-five pounds. I was hoping to have lost atleast fifty. I can eat whatever I want, although, I don't. I do eat chips at snack time which is not really a good choice of snack. I try to limit my fat intake most of the time. Oh, remember the lump in my stomach,
it began to leak on it's own...it was so gross! It literially,poured out of a little hole it made itself while I was filling out a application for a job. But as for everthing else...I'm fine! Well until next time!
Today is 9/11/04, I haven't updated in a while,I've been crazy busy looking for a job...I finally found one and I'm loving it. I've lost 70lbs to date and feel really good. I've been getting a whole lot of " girl look at you getting skinny", that makes me sick, but I know it's people just trying to give a compliment and don't know what else to say! Well, I must admit, I've had a great journey so far...no complications with food(can eat anything-I don't)and I have not EVER thrown up, although there where a few times I sure wanted too. Overeating will definitely kill you!!! I love my new look and shopping for clothes, but I shop in the thrift store more now b/c of the constant weight loss. Energy is up and down, they say b/c my body is trying to keep up with the weight loss, so it makes you feel more tired...I really feel drained some days. Well I'm tired, I just got home from work...I'll update later!!!
Today is 11/02/04...I'm loving this new me!!! WLS was the best decision that I could have made for myself. I love shopping, although I stay in the thrift stores...don't sleep on them, they really have good stuff in them. Well, I guess it depends on which one you go too. I'm down 76lbs, my weight loss is slow b/c I eat what I like, not alot of junk, but real foods or solid foods. I haven't worried about it though b/c I know it is coming off, and it don't look bad, like hanging skin or stretch marks(not yet atleast). So, if anyone is having second thoughts, let them roll of your back, you'll find that it was all worth it!
Today is 4/25/05, and I haven't updated in awhile! I miss being on the forum with my WLS family. I'm doing great!!!I've OFFICIALLY loss 100 POUNDS...and I mean I feel great! I've never thrown-up and never had a problem with any foods! I can truely say that I'm very happy I made the decision that I did. I have even encourage a couple of friends to look into the surgery.
one of them had her surgery over 5 months ago and is doing great. I have a new computer now and I will be putting new updated pictures on my profile. I never new how different people treat you when your a "NORMAL SIZE" person...whatever that is. But I must say there is so prejudice when it comes to full-figured people. I have now lived to see both sides and I think it's crazy. People that never used to speak now break their necks to speak. Well I have to go, but I'll be writing soon!
11/07/05...I'm an ANGEL! I have not been posting in awhile because I was busy with a new job and ObesityHelp is addictive and could take up your whole day (literally). But I'm looking forward to my Angel duties with my new friend, Teru. Update on me....I had to have my gallbladder remove. I'm fine today, but it was a trip leading up to my gallbladder being removed...don't want to talk about that right now (too painful)...just jokin'
12/05...Ok, I feel it comin' on, ObesityHelp addiction! I love this website. It has been a blessing to so many starting their journey! I know it really helped me! I've met some wonderful people. I've lost a total of 120lbs and I have much more energy. I now weigh 160lbs. Amazing, I'm smaller than all my friends. They all were smaller than me before the surgery! I still look in the mirror and marvel at what the human body does in the weight lost process. Well, my boyfriend is looking over my shoulder and minding my business so I'm going to cut my profile short...talk to yall later!
2/13/06....I finally got a new picture of myself and I must say I look dayum GOOD! Thank You OH! I feeling wonderful. I've been approached by young guys like there's no tomorrow! I feel kinda bad though because I think I want to tell my boyfriend that I want to do a "timeout" on our relationship! Now, I know you probably think I'm being vain, but I'm not. This is the same guy if you read my whole profile...put me on a "timeout" a couple of times in our 13 year relationship. But I don't want to babble on... I just wanted to share my thoughts. I don't know what I'm going to do right now...but I'll update you later...I don't want to be a cheater.
1/17/07...Well its been awhile now, I've experienced so many new things in this new body. People don't know who I am if they have not seen me in a year or two. Shopping is great and buying smaller clothes is definitely a plus. For those interested, I am still with the same man...now 14 years. Things are going good, but he had to get use to me at this weight. He has always liked me at my former weight. But I had to do what I had to do for me and my health. Anyway, I'll continue to state this has been a adventure and I would not change a thing. I encourage those interested in getting gastric to follow your heart, it's not for everyone but I think it's worth researching. Well, I'm going to go now....but take care until next time.
10/4/07- Well, it's been awhile since I've posted, but here I go.....Life has been great! I'm still weighing in at 150-155lbs. I'm wearing a size 8...some 10's and some 6's, depending on the maker of the clothes. I'm single, but my long time BOYFRIEND (a grown woman talking about "boyfriend" after 15 years) anywhoo, he is trying to get back in. I have given this man enough chances to say "I Do" but he hasn't. No problem.........NEXT! I'm content with just being with me. I'm a very busy person and whoever I meet must be willing to go along with the ride that the Lord has got me taking right now! I have a list of "Gastric Bypass" followers that have been successful in their weight loss, that makes me proud! Well, I'm at work, but if you have any Questions for me, don't hesitate to email me...I'm pretty OPEN! Good Day!
Today is November 19, 2007.........I'm currently in a fantastic mood! I'm in a new relationship and having the time of my life. We fellowship at the same church and he LOVES God! I really like that about him. Well, you're probably wondering what happen with my old BF.....we broke up in June and have remained good friends because of our son....we did do Disney together because the trip was already paid for. We get along great. I met my new friend in October and it felt like I knew him for years. Everybody keep tellin' me how glowing and gitty I am. I very happy!!! When I told the ex that I was dating, he went out and bought a engagement ring and asked me to marry him. Well, if you read the story....this man had 15 years to do this. I turned him down. My friends can't believe I did it because I waited patiently for this man to ask for my hand in marriage. The reason he did it was wrong. Anyway........I go see my surgeon on 12/4/07, I'm going to speak with him about a TT and BL. I'll update later!!!
Today is January 2, 2008.....I last told everyone that I would be talking to my surgeon about a TT & BL. Well that has not happened yet. Some of it has been because of me but also because of my PCP and there dayum referral system. I believe that it's God ordained though. This wonderful man I met really loves me the way I am.....this is so new to me. I have been loved by a good guy, don't get me wrong, but the way my new relationship is going now, I have never experienced anything like it....no sex involved and he can still tell me he loves me. WOW! He let's me know DAILY how he appreciates me.....WOW! I'm not going to talk yall heads off....I just wanna let everyone know how happy I am!!!
Today is 1/15/08, can you believe how fast 2007 went? Wow! Anyway, all is going well, I'm in an awesome relationship with a great guy. I tell you, God is the bomb! He allowed me to get myself together and not be bother by being alone, but was preparing me for the journey I'm on now. We have an understanding that we are not going to have "relations" until marriage, it's a challenge because we're both use to doing things another way and not God's way. And let me tell you that we are not religious by a long shot......we know it's about spiritual relationship with God and with each other. We truely enjoy each others company. He tells me how he loves me and appreciate me..........This is totally new to me. God, just thinking about how good he treats me is amazing.
I've gained a few pounds...10-12lbs. I know 3-5lbs is water weight due to my "visitor" but the rest is happy weight. I told Ron I wanted to lose the extra and we both agreed to start jump roping....He went out last night and bought me a couple of sport bras to workout in.....I love this guy. Men don't understand it's the little things that matter. We're also only eating fish with our veggies to cut back the fat. I love this guy, he's willing to cut back his food and choices and exercise with me to help me.......OK...........I LOVE THIS GUY. People still tell me how gitty I am. His family is nice, but mom is watching me like a hawk....I'm cool with that though, I have a son that I would be looking out for too. We're in a fashion show on 1/19/08, after that, we'll be meeting up with one of the young lady's on BAF for her birthday. I'll write more after that!!!
Today is 1/24/08....I have dropped the 10lbs I gained.....don't know where they came from.... Life has been good! I am still going to try and drop 5 more pounds. I want to have a little cushion to play with if I gain a little! I don't have much to talk about right now.......Ohhhh..........Ron called me on Monday and told me "He is in LOVE with me!"....Now, I have been having the same feelings, but I did not want to scare him off. I was elated! God is truely working in both our lives. We are still continuing to read the bible and praying every night! We are still "relations-free." Well, I'll update you later!
Today is 2/8/08....I'm still doing good with my weight although I have been eating like crazy. Ron is a very picky eater, he don't do fried foods...or atleast rarely. He don't eat french fries and all because his mother was diagnesed with diabetes. I commend him for the healthy change in his lifestyle choice of eating. But now I feel pressured to eat the same way. It's a good thing, I know, but one I have to get use to. This pass weekend I had the chance to meet up with a couple of BAF(ers) and we had a ball....Cookie came in town which was nice. Andrea & Tashia was a pleasure to hang out with and JAPii with his fine self was the host with the most!!! I don't have much to report, I'm just enjoying my new found love and having the time of my life!!! I pray that everyone that read this before Valentines Day have a beautiful & meaningful day 2/14/08.
2/15/08........I had a beautiful Valentines Day. I recieved so many cards from my BAF family that signed up for the card exchange. Ron came to my job with the most beautiful rose bouquet in a clear vase that had pedals floating in the water and some goodies from Victoria Secret.....no sexy nighties, but he did buy me some boy shorts...cute-cute-cute!!! And some smell goods called Appletini which is a lotion and spray set that smells so delightful! I suprised him by taking 6 balloons to his job with 5 cards (each with a message that led to the next card) and a Valentine cake. Then he had 6 more balloons at my house with 5 more cards and some cupcakes! I went crazy! We spent that evening together and had a great night! Well, me and Ron birthdays are a day apart.....mine 2/16 and his 2/17.....I'll update you later on what we did!!!
Today is 2/20/08.....OMG, I had the best birthday of my life! It was more than I ever expected! OK....it started with us going to Cracker Barrel for brunch....they sang happy birthday to me, we then went to the King of Prussia Mall, one of the biggest malls in PA. and spent ALOT of money....I bought him things, he bought me things and it was all good! Then we went back to my house to take the backs out his car and reshen up for dinner. We went to McCormicks & Schmicks, a seafood restaurant in Philly...very nice atmosphere....loved the food. We then planned to go to his place. When we got there, he acted like he couldn't get his door open, so he asked me to sit in the car while he messed with his door. I sat in the car listening to music for about 8 minutes. He then opened the door for me and we went in. When I got in the door, all you see is candles lit from the door entrance to a bistro style table with two chairs and on it was my icecream cake with candles ablazin'.......I was in awe, total awe! Next to the cake was three Macy boxes.....more gifts on top of what he bought me earlier in the day......I cried like a baby. I never thought it was possible to be loved the way he love me.....and I'm talking about love without sex......It is possible! He kissed my tears and told me that I deserved to be treated like a queen....AMAZING! The room was filled with candles and a Gerald Levert song playing in the background. It sounds so made up....I promise....it totally happened to me! I know God loves me...I can't believe He blessed me with such a friend, companion, brother, man! I Love him!!! I showed him a great time for his birthday too, but he out-did me totally! Well, let me get back to work....thanks for reading. I will update later!!!
Today is 3/24/08- This weekend I had the opportunity to meet up with some of the beautiful ladies from Maryland for Cookies send-off. We had a great time. Ron attended, he was the only man an never felt out of place.....thank God! I had a great Easter day.....we ate at Ron's family house. I thought I was going to be uncomfortable, but I wasn't....it felt like family! Well, I didn't have much to mention, so I'll talk to yall soon!
4/18/08- Ron is goin' out of town with our pastor.....I'm so going through it right now....He will be back tomorrow and I'm acting like he's going to be gone for a week! I'll get it together....anyway, things are going good over here. The weight hasn't been to much of an issue. I'm in between 150-157lbs. That's all good. Me and Ron is going to be starting bike riding soon, waiting for a total break in the weather. I'm lookin' forward to that! Well, not much to report over here! I'll update soon.
Today is 4/28/08....I had a great weekend. I met Ron's father this weekend and he was so funny. The good thing was that he loved me.... You see....Ron's mother and sisters are, lets just say...are special. But they are cordial to me. Anyway, his father has a fiance that was the best. She made dinner for us and we watched a couple of Madea flicks! We talked the night away! I'm weighing in at 154....so things are steady.....well that's all for now!
Today is 5/12/08... I had a great Mother's Day weekend. My mother, sisters and aunt all got togetther and went to dinner. We have not been all together in a long time. Ron bought my mother flowers for Mom's Day and someone stole them...I didn't even tell him...I bought her new ones....crazy. I was SWAMPED making fruit baskets...I'm not complaining, but I need to hire some on-call help. Ron's mother asked him why did I stop callin' her Mom Brinson. The family has been so critical of our relationship since we've been together....and they tell him it's because I have kids. Well, my kids are 20 and 13...so it's not like I have babies. I've stop trying to prove myself as a girlfriend and just let them say what they want. She wanted me to join them on Mother's Day, but I was with my mother...if I wasn't I still would not have went. They seem to be trying to come around, but my feeling have been stepped on too many times. Well that's all for now...except, I have slowed down on my jumping...I have to get back on track...my sister said she see my hips gett'n fuller....that's that "LOVE" weight. I have to start jumping consistently....ok...I'm out!
6/23/08....Hey Family! Nothing has changed much, I'm still weighing in at 154lbs, I'm still in love, but wow have 8 months of being in a relationship brought out the real "US". I see his likes and DISLIKES & he have seen mine also. We still express our love for each other, but we are more vocal in our relationship! He can be jealous, but not crazy! But I too can be jealous, so I really can't just say it's all him. But I still love him to death! The family is more open to our relationship! Well, that's my update....I'll check in later!!!
9/15/08....Well we've made it through another summer, my 1st summer with Ron! I enjoyed everday! We just came back from Florida, we had a ball! Now the one year mark is approaching. We met October of 2007 at our church legacy ball....Well this year in October, there's going to be another "ball". I did not want to go, but he insisted since that's were we met at, we should go! So I guess I'll be lookin' for a ball gown. I'm doing well....I gained a few pounds that seem to be sticking to me! I told Ron it was because of him : ) Anyway, life is going good, so not much to report as of now! Will write later!