Linda K.

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Janis 18 years, 9 months ago

Hi I am Janis, I live in Cashmere. I am setting up a support group for pre and post op WLS patients in the Wenatchee Valley, you would be a welcome addition if you would like to join us. I am in the process of trying to get in touch with all the WLS patients in the area. Do you know of anyone who is considering WLS or is Post Op who might be interested in a local support group? I envision in addition to the moral support and encouragement the opportunity to sample all the bariatric food and supplement products at the group meetings. My sisters biggest post op complaint was finding palatable high protein supplements and vitamins that were actually effective. I also envision the opportunity to compare notes on Doctors who are not only educated in caring for bariatric patients in the long term but also who truly understand what we endure as morbidly obese persons, the prejudice, the mis-conceptions, the ignorance. And who are supportive of bariatric surgery for those people who really do need it. I would like to be able to direct prospective WLS patients to Doctors, Psychologists, Nutritionists, etc who are knowledgeable, skilled, empathetic and supportive of our needs in our quest for healthier bodies and happier lives. Our first meeting, very informal and casual, is this Sunday! I look forward to hearing from you. Janis Hayden

Tara L. 19 years, 12 months ago

Good luck tomorrow Linda!! Woo Hooo!

Shelley G. 19 years, 12 months ago

Hi Linda. I'm from the Wenatchee area and going to Spokane for surgery. Don't you agree we need a bariatric surgeon in Central WA? Hope all goes well for your surgery and that you recover quickly.

Pretty G. 20 years ago

Hey Linda..wishing you an uneventful surgery and speedy recovery..my thoughts and prayers are with you.

summewe 20 years ago

Linda - Thinking of you and wishing you a speedy recovery. Please keep us up-to-date on your progress. -- Wendy

Darlilly1313 20 years ago

Linda,congratulations on the start of your journey, I hope that you are soon well and out there shopping for clothes in a smaller size. I wish you all the best.

Karen N. 20 years ago

Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation pre-op and throughout the next exciting year! You'll do great with this life-saving tool*

Frvsnt O. 20 years ago

Hello Linda!!! Congratulations on your surgery date! I have some Zen Wisdom for you - Nothing exists but momentarily...One thing flows into another...observe things as they are, let everything go as it goes. This is to put everything under control in its widest sense. --- Congratulations on your surgery date and may God keep you close to his side as you travel your new journey. You will have ups and downs. You can always turn to us, your AMOS family, we will give support, comfort and encouragement. You will find this will be the best thing you could ever have done for yourself as well as your family. I know that was true for me. Keep us posted when you reach the "other" side. I pray for a speedy and easy recovery for you. Good luck and God Bless!!! RNY 10/31/03 down 84 pounds!!! Deneise Stigen

Teribel 20 years, 1 month ago

Linda, Best wishes on your upcoming surgery. You won't regret it! I hope you have a problem free, speedy recovery. We'll save you a seat on the losers bench.

Diane B. 20 years, 1 month ago

Hi Linda! Big congratulations on your surgery date! I bet you are so excited! Just hang in there and try to be patient! Don’t worry if you are nervous, scared, excited or go through a thousand of different emotions. This is all normal, so go with the flow! Remember that we’re all family here and we’re here to give you our support, lend an ear and not judge. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking about you today and that you are in my thoughts and prayers for a successful, problem-free surgery and recovery. I’m so happy for you. Soon you will be on the other side and will join the ranks of the losers. Get ready for your life to change forever. Wishing you much success in your weight-loss journey. Hugs to you today. God bless, DI from NJ – Lap RNY, 12/09/03