 | 10/16/2007 05:59 PM
Today's your big day, Laureen. I've been thinking of you and praying for you. Can't wait for you to join us on the loser's bench. This is the start of improved health and being able to move freely as the weight comes off. And it WILL come off! It's a wonderful journey you've started! Hugs and Blessings,
— Lynn B.
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 | 10/16/2007 12:48 PM
Laureen,
I am moving over to make room for you on this loser's bench. I am so happy for you. Be Well and Speedy recovery.
Jeanne
— jdruski
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 | 10/16/2007 11:56 AM
Best Wishes Laureen! And welcome to the loser's bench! We are both in for a wondeful ride! Take Care!!
— caitiegirlsmom
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 | 10/16/2007 10:41 AM
Hi Laureen, Congratulations on a new beginning! I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. Here's to our newest LOSER on the OFF!! Hugs, Lora
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/16/2007 10:40 AM
Hey Girl, I am three months out, not so long ago, I have forgotten the healing process, but long enough ago, to be enjoying the results I see coming. Prayers are with you. Keep your eyes forward, dont look at the life you left behind, but where you are going. Soon you will be shopping for smaller clothes, and you will move with more purpose and bounce in your step. Take it one day at a time, and each day you will find more strength, and more success. Good luck.
— JIMSLAFFINGIRL
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 | 10/16/2007 10:22 AM
Laureen, my prayers are with you.. this will be a turning point in your life.. =D
You will be so happy you did this.. God bless.. Phyllis
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/16/2007 10:17 AM
What can I say? You are special, truly. I will await word of your glorious outcome. God bless you.
— Linda S.
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 | 10/16/2007 10:03 AM
Aloha sweet girl with the beautiful name! Today is YOUR day. I hope it goes so smoothly that you are laughing with delight by tomorrow that it is over, and you are one your way DOWN the scale into health, fitness and freedom in your body.
Your sisters in OFF are waiting for you with open arms and a spot all polished for you on the "loser's bench."
Aloha nui loa,
KarenS
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/16/2007 09:27 AM
Best of luck Laureen. See you on the Losers Bench! Love,
Debi
— DebiMcK23
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 | 10/16/2007 07:34 AM
Lauren....prayers and good wishes are on the way. Hope all goes really well for you and that your recovery is a quick one! connie d
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/16/2007 07:12 AM
Your big day is finally here. Now the fun part begins!
— NormanB258
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 | 10/16/2007 06:45 AM
Hi Laureen!
Hope this finds you recovering nicely and losing weight already! Take care of yourself and come back to OFF when you are ready. Sending a soft, gentle hug. Kathi
— KathiKins
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 | 10/16/2007 06:40 AM
Good Morning Laureen,
I have so enjoyed reading all of your post. Your honesty and encouragement to others have been such a blessing to me. Your angel Sister Jan guided us to this page so we could all gather around you on your rebirthday. Know that you are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Wanda
— Wanda R.
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 | 10/16/2007 06:22 AM
Hi Laureen! I am wishing you lots of luck and best wishes for a successful surgery. Looking forward to seeing you on the other side!
Kathryn
— birdgherl
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 | 10/16/2007 06:18 AM
Laureen, Will be waiting to hear from you telling all of us just how wonderful you feel. You will be in my thoughts and prayers today.
Debi R.
— Debi R.
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 | 10/16/2007 06:11 AM
Laureen. Lots of love, hugs, and prayers coming your way to see you through surgery and your wonderful adventure. Diane
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/16/2007 06:04 AM
Laureen,
I am thinking of you and sending prayers your way for a smooth smooth surgery and a quick recovery. Remeber the words of our weight loss mentors "sip, sip, walk, walk". Pleae let us know how your'e doing once you're up to it.
Gina
— GinaB308
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 | 10/16/2007 06:01 AM
Today is your day. You will be many thoughts and prayers today. May the surgens hands be steady and may you have a quick recovery. Congradulations on making the jump to the other side.
— DaveD17025
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 | 10/16/2007 05:54 AM
Hello Laureen...prayed for you and your surgery and for everyone touching you today to be guided by the Father's hands.
In His love,
Joan M
— Joan M.
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 | 10/16/2007 05:19 AM
Prayers and good vibrations coming to you Laureen. Remember to be so good to yourself.
— Monica B.
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 | 10/16/2007 05:06 AM
Laureen, I will be praying and thinking of you as you start out on your new life. Have a safe surgery and let us know how things are going. God bless.
Hugs,
Jan
— Janice53
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 | 10/16/2007 04:55 AM
Laureen, today is the first day of the rest of your life!! You are about to embark on an incredible journey and I'm so glad to be able to share it with you. I've got a great spot saved right here for you on the losers bench.
Heather
— Heather Kimmey (Ward)
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 | 10/16/2007 04:48 AM
{{{Laureen}}} Today is your re-birthday. Congratulations! I'll be thinking of you and praying for you throughout your journey, one day at a time. I'll see you Wednesday!
— jastypes
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 | 10/16/2007 04:38 AM
Laureen - Best of Luck today! You will be in my thoughts. Can't wait to see you on the other side! Sit back, and hold on it is going to be a wild ride!!
sip sip sip walk walk walk!!
Liz
— Liz R.
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 | 10/16/2007 04:29 AM
Hi Laureen,
Please save me a seat on the Loser's Bench! I will see you in Barix on the 17th and we will walk together. I am glad to have met you and now we will have this memory to share. I will pray for you for a speedy recovery and wonderful success!
Renee
— ReneeB53
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 | 10/16/2007 03:17 AM
Hi Laureen,
Wishing you a safe surgery and a speed recovery. We'll be thinking of you. Get back to us soon.
Karen
— bubble273
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 | 10/16/2007 02:01 AM
~~ sending huge hugs and prayers for your safe and speedy return! laureen, you have come so far since you took control of your life almost 20 years ago and i hope that you will consider this wls to be one of your biggest accomplishments in that wonderful ife as well ! i enjoy your posts on the OFF board and hope to someday meet you face to face! best to you- hurry back!~~
— Margo M.
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 | 10/16/2007 12:59 AM
Laureen - You better be back soon - I KNOW you will be! We have soooo many good wishes going out to you - and we have all been praying. Good luck in the morning and can't wait to see your posts on your journey! Happy Re-Birthday! Pam
— Pam Hart
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 | 10/15/2007 09:46 PM
Laureen!!!
We've talked about this day coming close!! I prayed for you and the surgeon who will be giving you your new life. I wish ONLY the VERY best for you and have 100% confidence you will succeed. It is NOT easy in the beginning and you will see. However, we (post-ops) have been there before and definitely KNOW for sure you will be just fine in the end. Keep that in mind. Hold it close to you and know that it will all work out for the good.
Mags
xoxox
— Magnolia
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 | 10/15/2007 09:21 PM
Hey Laureen, you'll be in our thoughts and prayers! Can't wait to see you on the loser's bench!
— retta0426
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 | 10/15/2007 08:29 PM
Hi Laureen, Saving your spot on the loser bench!! Just remember God will be there helping the surgeon and sip, sip, sip and walk as soon as possible. Take care and good luck. Robert
— medinsman41
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 | 10/15/2007 08:02 PM
Congratulations on your surgery!!! Can't wait to see you on the loser's side.
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/15/2007 07:40 PM
Laureen, your day is just a few hours away!!! I am SO excited for you!!! I know you were a bit nervous when we spoke earlier today but I know you are going to do great and you are truly in excellent hands! I really wish I could be there to visit you while you're at Barix, and I hope you know I'll be thinking of you from Boston. In fact, we will all be thinking of you, wishing you well during your surgery and wishing you a very speedy recovery afterwards. Please let us know how you are doing once you're able, and I'm really looking forward to following your journey! There is a seat saved just for you on the losers' bench!!! ~Lisa :)
— HopefulFuture
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 | 10/15/2007 07:24 PM
Hey Laureen, it's really here, your new birthday, WL surgery! You'll do great and I can't wait to see you on Wednesday!!!
Jan
— Sr Jan K.
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 | 10/15/2007 01:36 PM
I'm so happy for you, Laureen.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Annie
— AnnieofCalif
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 | 10/15/2007 09:14 AM
Hi Laureen,
I have a spot saved for you on the loser's bench. I pray that you have a smooth surgery and quick recovery. Hugs, Kelly :>)
— Kelly B.
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 | 10/15/2007 01:58 AM
Congratulations on becoming a LOSER...Best Wishes on your upcoming surgery...
— Kristie T.
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 | 10/14/2007 04:14 PM
Best of luck to you for a smooth surgery and a speedy recovery!
— Martha M.
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 | 10/14/2007 03:37 PM
Laureen,
Congrats on your upcoming surgery. I will pray for a quick and speedy recovery. Just remember to take it one day at a time and you will be just fine. God Bless You and Me.
— coolrayswife
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 | 10/14/2007 03:32 PM
You're on your way! Best wishes to you. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
— Carol W.
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 | 10/14/2007 03:04 PM
Congratulations Laureen! Your big day is almost here!!! Sending prayers for a successful surgery & speedy recovery. Soon you'll be posting all your WOW moments. I can't wait to hear about them ~Michelle (Eggface)
— Eggface
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 | 10/14/2007 02:32 PM
HI LAUREEN
JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU....(MY SURGERY IS SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 18TH...iM SO EXCITED, NERVOUS, ETC....)i PRAY THAT EVERYTHING GOES WELL AND YOU HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY....GOD BLESS YOU
JOANNE
— JODY220
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 | 10/14/2007 01:27 PM
Hi Laureen my prayers are with you for a speedy recovery! God bless
— aftmostlight
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 | 10/14/2007 01:22 PM
Hi Laureen........just know I am sending positive thoughts to you from MI.
The best to you for a fast and healthy recovery.
Colleen
— [Anonymous]
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 | 10/13/2007 06:33 PM
Tuesday is your day! Just remember you are on the journey of a lifetime. Try to enjoy every minute. It may sound weird now, but know that you are cared for and prayed for here, and all too soon this will be but a memory and you will be an inspiration to someone else. I am waiting for you on the losers' bench!
— judyanne
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 | 10/13/2007 01:58 PM
Laureen, Best of luck this week. I will be praying for a smooth procedure and easy recovery. Keep us posted! Gail
— Gail M.
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