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Surgeon Testimonial Jamie Loggins MD. I saw his picture in the local paper advertising a informational meeting. Liked his face, what can I say. So, I went, sweating, short of breath, couldn't go in, walked around, then wnet in....hey, wasn't the biggest girl there, phew. He was informative, abit cool, but warmed up, was so proud of his program and staff, and just made me feel like if he felt that way about them, how does he feel about his patients. Everything was explained at length and throughly, with a 40 minute video that went through all the stages with real people, and then Dr, Loggins had invited 2 graduates to be available, and also, wheich I foulnd interesting, a plastic surgeon to speak about the afternath of drastic weight loss. They were not dodging any subject and I was impressed. But I have to say, the plastic surgeon did not make it sound great, even repairs.Disfiguring scars came up , alot! Called my PCP the next day and asked for a referral. Hasn't been done yet, but Monday, then I don't know how quickly they respond...so, here I go. I met with the team yesterday, haven't met the nutritionist, yet, but to a person, they were so supportive and informed. Wow. Member Interests
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OVERWEIGHT!!!!!!!!!!
I am OVERWEIGHT!!!!!!!!!! AND, I got into to a pair of size 14 dress chinos yesterday that I bought in the middle of July that I couldn't fit into and they fit now. So the pounds slowly are being dropped and I am slowly figuring out what this all means. HEad huger and heart hunger is still alive and well, and I do find myself "circling camp" looking for the elusive perfect food to make me feel better but those times are done with so much more mindfulness now, than ever before. Rarely, if ever, do I find myself with something in my mouth that catches me by surprise-come on I know you used to do that, too, and if and when that happens, I spit it out and think about the NEXT bite. Before, I would gobble it down and take another , and another until I would "wake up" realize what I was doing and then stop. I thank God for this chance, the chance to recapture so many things in my life that are good and true, feeling healthier and looking forward to the future with so much more hope than I have had for a long time. For a long time I felt my days were numbered and on top of that, numbered because of MY choices with food. Now, knowing I could get hit by a truck tomorrow, at least I have been an active participant in living today! SO, other than that, my house hasn't sold yet, my middle son has moved out to his own little apartment-we are so happy for him-he is emotionally disabled and has been home for 5 years-HUGE step for him, big change for us, too. The Maine board is having a summer gathering on Saturday and I am going with AuntieGlasses, I think, we will all have such stories to tell, and meeting people in person is going to be, I think, so powerful!! I can't wait! Thank you all my dear, wonderful OH friends for your support and inspiration, I wouldn't be here without you! God Bless you real good. Hugs and honks from the goose lady! 1 Comment(s)
Comment by chakragirl06 on Aug 26, 2008 at 07:35am
Hey Goose Lady!! Hugs & Honks right back!! I've been away for a couple of weeks visiting family but I'm baaaaacccck!! Full of inspiration and bi...... if need be.........hehehee! I'm going to update my blog so check in soon to catch up!! Also, you are the best, awesomest goose lady ever!!!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!!!!!! YOU'RE DOING AN AMAZING TRANSFORMATION YOURSELF!!! You look terrific!! I can't get over how you've handled and done so well with this journey!! You're growing up not out.....this is good!!! ~Hugs, Steffanie
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