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Shanna T.
Carleton, MI, USA

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Surgery Date: 06/18/2001
Surgery Type: Open RNY
While-in-surgery Contact Info: BTC- Ypsi Michigan/ Forest Health Medical Center. The phone # is 734-547-4700. I don't have a room # yet, but if you give them my name they will connect you.
Angel Name: Gracen

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	*05/05/2002 11:38 AM* Hey Shanna!!!- It has been SO great getting to know you in wls chat! You are such a great girl. I also think you are so beautiful! I hope that you're surgery went well, and I look foraward to hearing that you've had a happy, healthy recovery!! Take Care- and I'll see you in wls chat soon!!! :) — Ginger M.
	*05/05/2002 11:23 AM* Congrats, Shanna and good luck on your tummy tuck! Hope you feel fine and everything goes perfect! -Carin — pooh2tattoo
	*05/05/2002 11:20 AM* congratulations i hope everything goes well for you — Shelley G.
	*05/05/2002 11:15 AM* Oh Boy Flat Tummy!!!!! I only have 2 words of advice 4 you Go Slow Taters2u Insain1 — Sharon M.
	*05/05/2002 11:14 AM* SHANNA,GOOD LUCK AND GOD BLESS YOU. — deb44m
	*05/04/2002 07:37 AM* SWEET SHANNA LEE, I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST .YOU GO GIRL, MARIE (BOSTON) — MARIE L M.
	*05/04/2002 06:53 AM* Hey Sug, Hope you have a quick and ouchles surgery. Hugs and Stuff! PS YOU ARE A HOTIE! — lewis911
	*05/04/2002 06:52 AM* Congrad's Shanna. I'm sure everything will go well with your TT. I hope for a speedy recovery for you. Best of luck.............Kevin — Kevin Y.
	*05/04/2002 06:44 AM* Good Luck Shanna!! We will all be praying for you. — Sonya C.
	*05/04/2002 06:37 AM* You have the world at your fingers! Hope your next surgery is a cake walk and that you have no problems afterward. Your Friend Allen — Allen Y.
	*05/04/2002 06:33 AM* Shanna, you're already so gorgeous and you're gonna be such a total knockout and SO happy you did the TT! here's to a grand/great/fantastic recovery hon! (****HUGS*****) Bree — ChickpeaBree I.
	*05/03/2002 10:36 PM* Shanna, I hope everything goes alright with your upcoming surgery. I wish you a speedy recovery. Jeanie — Jeanie B.
	*05/03/2002 08:12 PM* Hey Shanna......GL 2 u my friend! Lynnie@Goal — Lynnie B.
	*05/03/2002 07:58 PM* Hey Shanna.....Best wishes on your TT surgery.I'm happy for you.May you have a safe & speedy recovery.Good Luck....Joe aka (wash cloth boy) LOL — JOE M.
	*05/03/2002 07:56 PM* Hi Shanna Good luck with your surgery. I will be thinking of you. Angela in Canada Pre-op 479 BMI 75 Dr Michael Grace May 16, 2002 London Health Sciences Center I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears. Surely..I will heal you." 2 Kings 20:5 — piperkc
	*05/03/2002 07:09 PM* Shanna Good Luck Girl, You are going to be stylin now LOL Gods Speed in your recovery Jeri (Belle) — [Anonymous]
	*05/03/2002 06:57 PM* Shanna,You look so great and I am so happy for you.I hope the TT goes great.Now you will be a model.I wish I could have come up there for support but you will be in my prayers.Take care — David L.
	*05/03/2002 06:36 PM* Congrats Shanna. You look great..It definately doesn't look like you need a tummy tuck.! Best wishes and God bless. — sheila T.
	*05/03/2002 06:00 PM* SHANNA,GOOD LUCK AND GOD BLESS YOU. — deb44m
	*05/03/2002 05:39 PM* I'll put you in my prayers Shanna. I hope that all goes well for you. Take care. Dana — Dana L.
	*05/03/2002 01:58 PM* May the best of blessings be carried in with you before, during and after surgery, Shanna - I'll be thinking of you as you undergo this next step of the transition. You go girl !! :) — Lisa J.
	*05/03/2002 01:52 PM* Shanna, congratulations on your upcoming surgery. May peace and love surround you on your journey and carry you along safely. Remember to drink your water, take your vitamins, walk daily and most importantly, be gentle with yourself along the way. Lastly, don't forget to stop by occasionally and update your profile. As you know, our profiles provide a lifeline to others embarking on this journey. You never know who you might inspire! — kylakae
	*05/03/2002 01:28 PM* Congratulations and good luck, Shanna! Know you'll sail through your tuck and come out looking loke a million bucks! Take care and best wishes to you! — Marilyn S.
	*05/03/2002 12:37 PM* HI SHANNA I just want you to know that you are in my thought and prayers, for your up coming tt surgery.LORD BLESS YOU — MommaAngel
	*05/03/2002 10:57 AM* Shanna Best Wishes for a save and speedy recovery.You are in my thougths and prayes-Charlene — charanewme
	*05/03/2002 09:08 AM* ***ANGEL REPORT*** MY VERY VERY CLOSE FRIEND SWEET SHANNA IS HAVING HER TUMMY TUCK ON MAY 5TH. THATS ONLY TWO DAYS AWAY!!!PLEASE SIGN HER SURGERY PAGE AND GIVE HER SOME ENCOURAGMENT AND PLEASE PRAY FOR HER ON SUNDAY.I THANK YOU ALL FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART.GOD BLESS AND TAKE CARE. P.S. I LOVE YOU SHANNA :-) — Kirk Thompson
	*05/03/2002 08:47 AM* Shanna....I'm so happy for you and a little jealous too..lol. Good luck to you. You're gonna look soooooooo fabulous (cause you already do). Gina — Gina D.
	*05/02/2002 10:02 PM* Shana- CONGRATS to you on making it this far and on your upcoming TT!!!! I want to hear all about it as mine is in 12 days!!!!! May God be with you ! I know you will do awesome!! Patti@goal!! — patti S.
	*05/02/2002 09:51 PM* Shanna - are prayers are with you! and get back soon! — Ken H.
	*05/02/2002 09:48 PM* HEY HEY SHANNA you've lost the weight now it HOOTCHIE MOMMA TIME LOL xoxoxoxox prayers and hugs love may you heal quick and knock the men dead!!!!!!!!!bbd — BBD
	*05/02/2002 09:17 PM* Shanna, I sure hope all goes well with the plastic surgery and you have a smoothe and rapid recovery. Take care!!! — Judie1958
	*05/02/2002 08:19 PM* Shanna- Hope all goes well for you-Compared to the WLS surgery this should be a piece of cake--no pun intended — Bob S.
	*05/02/2002 07:04 PM* Pixie- I am SOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU!!! I will be soo jealous of that flat tummy!!! GOD BLESS YOU SWEETIE, and make sure to put a new pic up!!! HURRY BACK TO CHAT WITH US>! I WILL BE PRAYING FOR YOU---- Ga Peaches — KIM B.
	*05/01/2002 10:13 PM* Best of luck to you.... cant wait to join you on the other side.. Love, Mike Orlando — Michael O.
	*05/01/2002 08:48 PM* Shanna, Good luck on your tummy tuck. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. deana-paul — Denise F.
	*05/01/2002 08:34 PM* Shanna, I am so excited for you and am thrilled that it has happened so fast. I know things will go great. Just think you are gonna have a flat tummy :) I really enjoy talking to you in chat, and can't wait to hear about your TT experience. See you soon. Terri KY — Terri A.
	*05/01/2002 08:34 PM* Hi Shanna Hun! I can't wait to see you on the other side, and I am very, very proud of you for going through with your surgery! How brave of you! Keep up the good work, and I hope to be with you on the other side soon! Prayers and God's blessings be with you, in Jesus' name, amen! Love & Hugs to you! — Catherine M.
	*05/01/2002 08:26 AM* I'm HAPPY for you!!!!!!!!!!! Wish it were me, best of luck to you...........Debster — Debbie J.
	*05/01/2002 08:23 AM* Shanna,lots of luck with your tt,you will soon be modeling the swimsuits in Sports Illustrated.(just kidding),I wish you a swift and painless recovery,you are an inspiration to us old fat menlol.you will be in my thoughts and prayers.May God richly bless you.your Amos brother James(chat room Ron) — James M.
	*05/01/2002 08:23 AM* Good luck with tt, hope to join ya soon with one of my own melinda (mel) rosell Lake City, Fl — mel R.
	*05/01/2002 07:23 AM* Shanna, Good luck with your upcoming surgery, Congradulations you have done very well. May God bless you and your surgeons hands Anne/Sask — Anne R.
	*04/30/2002 08:24 PM* Shanna I am so Happy for you!! I know everything will work out for you.I will be thining of you all the time and my Prayers will be with you and Noah and Caleb Jeremy — Jeremy K.
	*04/30/2002 08:22 PM* Hi Shanna, Good luck on your surgery, I'm sending best wishes your way for a speedy recovery. Hugs, Nordic — Karen G.
	*04/30/2002 07:47 PM* Hey Shanna, have a great pain free as possible recovery and enjoy that new flat tummy and perky , well u know :) lol. Get well soon, Love, Rose — Rose H.
	*04/30/2002 07:40 PM* Congratulations on the next step of your transformation!!! Smooth Healing! — ~~Stacie~~
	*04/30/2002 07:38 PM* Shanna-tink, i wish you only the best and fastest recovery, it has been a pleasure getting to know everyone in the chat room,. take care, and think positive.. --Vicky — Vicky B.
	*04/30/2002 08:04 AM* Just wanted to wish you the best of luck with your upcoming surgery. I hope all goes well for you and you have a speedy recovery :-) — Angelia T.
	*04/30/2002 07:45 AM* Hi Shanna, God Bless and prayers for a speedy recovery.Love in Christ, Cheryl (BamaCheryl) — Cheryl J.
	*04/30/2002 07:24 AM* Congratulations! Hope you have a speedy uneventful recovery and are thrilled with the results! — llatour
	*04/30/2002 06:46 AM* Hey women, congrats on the TT approval!!! WOO-HOO!!! You are going to look even more fabulous than you do now. You will love your new tummy. Good luck and I will be thinking of you!! (((((HUGS))))) Teresa aka TeresaInTx — Teresa C.
	*04/30/2002 06:43 AM* Shanna!! I am so excited for you. I can't wait to see how it all turns out for you. Good luck on your final step. My thoughts and prayers will be with you as you give yourself the best of birthday gifts!! God Bless, DIF. — Denise S.
	*04/30/2002 06:39 AM* From Amy PA Preop -- God bless and heal fast. I join you on the other side May 30. — NewGirl
	*04/30/2002 06:39 AM* Hey Shanna!! CONGRATS on the TT/Lift!! I know you're ready. Keep up the good work! Good luck & God Bless!! We all love you!! Can't wait to see the new you!! — [Anonymous]
	*04/29/2002 08:59 PM* Shanna Gods Speed on your Recovery Jeri — [Anonymous]
	*06/22/2001 06:46 AM* ~~ Angel Update~~ I just spoke to Shanna (9:20 EST). She is doing wonderfully. She is going home today!! She made it thru the swallow test and was headed down for her final x-ray. My sweet Shanna is successfully on the Other Side...Angel girl signing off. May God continue to bless and keep you my sweet Shanna. I love you!!!~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/20/2001 07:40 PM* ~~ Angel Update....I just spoke to Shanna (9 pm EST) ...she is doing GREAT!!! She is feeling MUCH better. She says to tell you Thank You for the prayers and she sends all her love!! She sounded awesome!!!! I am so happy ~~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/20/2001 06:23 PM* ~~ Angel Update~~ I spoke to Shanna this afternoon......She is doing MUCH better. The doctor thinks she had some swelling in her Y but they think she has relieved her problem. She will have to stay until Friday now. She sounded SO much better than this morning!! She sends her love to all!! ~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/20/2001 06:39 AM* Shanna, may angels surround you on every side, may God bless you with his healing grace and peace of mind. I will be praying for you. ~Peace! — Joscelin
	*06/20/2001 06:13 AM* ~~ Angel Update ~~(Wednesday 9 am EST) I just spoke to Shanna. She had a BAD night. She was sick to her stomach and was having dry heaves. She was given some meds and they did help. She is better now....she is trying to catch up on some rest so I didn't speak with her long... whisper a prayer for my sweet Shanna. :o) ~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/19/2001 01:29 PM* ~~ Angel Update ~~ I just spoke to my sweet Shanna (4:00 pm EST) she is resting and feeling a little better. The pain has subsided somewhat. She is a bit groggy...but feels better than earlier today. She asked I tell you all Hi!! ~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/19/2001 09:31 AM* Just spoke to shanna on the phone she said she was in alot of pain at the moment . She mentioned it wasent so bad last night but just now it had gotten a bit worse so she has the pain med pump to click and she didnt wanna be on the phone long . Im sure she will be feeling better a bit later. — [Anonymous]
	*06/19/2001 09:18 AM* Hi Shanna. Good for you, coming through this like a champ!! I am glad to hear everything is going so great.Keep up the good work. Cori — Cori W.
	*06/19/2001 08:51 AM* SHANNA!!! Girl! You made it to the other side. I am so happy for you! And even more proud of you. I told you...ALL THINGS work together for the good of them that love the Lord. Don't get busy being skinny and forget about me girl (smile) We gotta go shopping! Good luck. I hope you have a speedy recovery. God bless — sugarme12
	*06/19/2001 06:42 AM* I just got off the phone with sweet Shanna ...she sounded alert and perky.....She is ready for the morning hall races....She said she was feeling great except of course the usual pain from coughing and getting up and down....they removed the cath.....yip-(pee). Shanna welcome to the other smaller side of Sears...I mean life... HUgs and Luvs... Todd in Michigan 370/194/@goal — TODD S.
	*06/19/2001 06:14 AM* ~~ Angel Update ~~ I just spoke to Shanna (8 a.m. CST) and she sounds awesome!!!! She said she has been up and walked already...gotten ready for the day and was feeling "just a little sore." She is doing SO great. For anyone wanting a direct phone number to Shanna is it-734-547-4832. I am so excited my sweet Shanna is doing SO well!!! :-) Gracen ~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/18/2001 07:26 PM* Congratulations and Welcome to the Other Side! You are a wonderful person who deserves all of lifes riches. I am so happy to hear that you made it safely through surgery. I can't wait to see you met before my eyes in the chatroom. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love, Vanessa — Van (Vanessa) G.
	*06/18/2001 06:45 PM* WOOOOOO HOOOOOO YOU GO SHANNA!!! IM SO HAPPY YOU DID WELL ON YOUR SURGERY,IM SMILING BIG TIME HERE FOR YOU..NOW YOUR ON THE OTHER SIDE. I HREARD YOU WERE IN SOME PAIN BUT A LITTLE PAIN NOW EQUALS ALOT OF HAPPINESS LATER IN YOUR NEW LIFE. I WILL BE JOINING YOU SOON GOD WILLING AND WE WILL BE SMILING TOGETHER. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT DURNING MY SAD TIME OF BEING DENIED BUT YOUR WORDS MADE ME STRONG AND IM NEVER GIVING UP.CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU IN CHAT AGAIN.. BIG HUGGGS AND KISSES MY FRIEND... CROW :-) — Kirk Thompson
	*06/18/2001 06:44 PM* Shanna, I am so glad to hear that you are doing well. Wishing you a speedy relatively pain free recovery! — Jaykay B.
	*06/18/2001 06:26 PM* Hi Shanna!! Welcome to the other side!! I am glad to hear that everything has gone good for you! You and your family are in my prayers. You "new life" starts now and before you know it there will be a NEW YOU!!! Take Care and Best Wishes!! TeresaInTx :o) — Teresa C.
	*06/18/2001 06:18 PM* Shanna, welcome to the other side, I wish you a speedy and uneventful recovery. Do your work--walk, drink, take your vitamins. Happy New Birthday to you! — Cara S.
	*06/18/2001 06:18 PM* HI SHANNA.....I BET THAT YOU ARE EXCITED ABOUT HAVING GONE TO THE OTHER SIDE. MY VENTURE IS IN 11 DAYS AND I AM EXCITED AND NERVOUS. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TODAY AS YOU RECOVER FROM A MAGICAL DAY. — Donna G.
	*06/18/2001 05:02 PM* Shanna, I am soooo glad to hear all went well. I will keep you in my prayers!!!! MISS YA GIRL!!!!!! Great Big HUGS!!! Hope to chat with ya soon. TTFN, ELaine — Elaine A.
	*06/18/2001 04:55 PM* Shanna - Congratulations and welcome to the other side. Life is grand here! Take care of yourself ... you deserve it! (((Gentle Post Op Hugs))) — Lynn T.
	*06/18/2001 04:17 PM* Congratulations, Shanna, you are now on the otherside. See on the losing end. Sip your water and follow the docs orders. — Debra O.
	*06/18/2001 04:15 PM* Shanna girlfriend u made it to the other side . Im so happy for you and very proud of you. I plan on calling u soon . Im also glad your husband realized how much this meant to you he was scared for ya and he does love you. I cant wait until i see u again in chat your such a good friend and a sweet gal:-) — [Anonymous]
	*06/18/2001 03:57 PM* Sending you my best wishes .. keep positive thoughts .. my prayers are with you — SONIA D.
	*06/18/2001 03:57 PM* great to hear u r ok Shanna.Keep-up the good work. melanie mississippi — melanie035
	*06/18/2001 03:50 PM* Shanna, congratulations. Shanna's husband, congrats also. It takes a big person to admit their mistakes. Just keep lovin' your wife and kids, everything will be OK. Good luck to you all. — Michelle L.
	*06/18/2001 03:36 PM* Shanna, I am so glad to hear that you are doing well. I see also that your husband is now supporting your decision. I think mine may be coming around too. I will join you on the other side on Wednesday. Love Carol — Carol K.
	*06/18/2001 03:34 PM* Congratulations, Shanna!!! Welcome to the other side. I'm so excited for you. Best wishes as you begin your new life! — Denise L.
	*06/18/2001 03:28 PM* Shanna...I am so happy everything has gone so good..you are very lucy to have gracen as your angel. I look forward to Wednesday. God Bless P.S. Rob...I dont know you...but your post was heart felt and I hope both you and Shanna have a long happy HEALTY life togetherl — adam H.
	*06/18/2001 03:23 PM* So happy that things went well, and also happy that you and your husband are working things out!! — Karen S.
	*06/18/2001 03:11 PM* ~~ Angel Update ~~ Shanna is still doing great!! The nurse said that she is in some pain and they were going to give her a little something and get Shanna up to walk. I am SO amazed at the wonderful happenings in my sweet Shanna's life. Rob and I spoke by phone and I am so encouraged by his response. May God's riches blessings be on this family. :o) Gracen ~*~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/18/2001 02:06 PM* shanna and Rob, one thing i always do is pray that a couple will mend their ways and get back together and have a happy life together. Sounds to me like y'all may be on your way. glenn NJ — glennwd
	*06/18/2001 02:06 PM* Shanna, I am soo happy for you! They say the first day after surgery is the hardest. Youre almost through your first day. Should get easier each day. Cant wait to chat with you again!!!! (KENDATX(7-10-01)) — Kenda S.
	*06/18/2001 01:44 PM* Hi Shanna, Congrats on your successful surgery and welcome to the "other side". This surgery is truly a life saver..and a life changer. Good luck to you on your journey . — Eva C.
	*06/18/2001 01:23 PM* hello my wife. i am truly sorry that it was such a long road for you and that you had to travel it without the person you gave your heart,soul, and life to infront of all our family friends and god. i let my own personal fears and phobias get in the way of my love and i will never be able to make that up to you all i can hope for is your forgiveness. i truly love you with everything i am. i married you for better or worst and when it got to its absolute worst i wasnt there for you and i will be forever sorry. but now your thru the surgery and now youll will have to begin the next step and i promise you on all i hold dear and precious in this world that i will nevr leave your side again when you need me. i love you shanna lee turner. the three of us will be waiting for you. — shannashusband T.
	*06/18/2001 12:03 PM* Shanna, I knew you would do just fine! Congrats on making it through surgery. Take care, JMarie — Julie R.
	*06/18/2001 11:13 AM* Shanna, I am so glad to hear that your surgery went well. I have been thinking about you lots. it will just keep getting better there girl friend. huggles — Nicole S.
	*06/18/2001 10:47 AM* {{{{{SHANNA}}}}} so glad your surgery went well. Heard that you're doing great, too. I'm smiling from ear to ear and starting to cry. :-) Luv ya hon...talk to you soon — Sandra L.
	*06/18/2001 10:20 AM* Shanna- Woo hoo! You made it!!!!! Best of luck to you on a brief recovery and a LONG life filled with every good thing!!! Hugs, Kimmberli Obeid — Kimmberli O.
	*06/18/2001 10:17 AM* Shanna, Congratulations on your surgery and coming out on the other side. I hope your recovery goes well and that you regain your strength quickly. Becky — Becky K.
	*06/18/2001 10:07 AM* Happy Happy Shanna: Now that you are on the other side here is wishing you all the best. May you never dump or now the discomfort of flipping. May you have no problems with the foods you choose and here's to no complications of any sort. MikeH (ca) — Micheal H.
	*06/18/2001 10:07 AM* Shanna, My prayers are with you. We are here when you get home and need the support. Speed recovery to you. — Shelli W.
	*06/18/2001 10:05 AM* Shanna I'm so proud of you! My prayers are will you for a quick recovery. Please know you are well loved by everyone here! and hurry back to us!!! China Doll — [Anonymous]
	*06/18/2001 09:56 AM* Hello Shanna, I'm so happy everything went well with your surgery. "WELCOME TO THE OTHER SIDE". I'm so happy for you. Just take it one day at a time. It is hard in the begining. But just keep reaching for that Goal. God Bless and I pray that you will have a speedy Recovery. Do not Forget. "THROW THOSE SCALES AWAY" (LOL). TAKE CARE MY FRIEND. GOD IS GOOD. — Johnny F.
	*06/18/2001 09:49 AM* ~~ Angel Report~ I just spoke with Shanna's nurse. Shanna is doing great. The surgery went perfectly and she is resting. The nurse said that Shanna wakes when spoken to, which is exactly what they want. They will get Shanna up to walk at about 3 o'clock EST. I was told that Shanna should be able to speak on the phone by in the morning. My Sweet Shanna is on the "other side!!" May God bless her with a speedy recovery!!! Cheryl Gracen ~~ — Cheryl L.
	*06/18/2001 02:19 AM* Shanna, Just wanted to send a quick note to say"Good Luck" and "God Bless". I can't wait till your up and chatting again!! Keep us up to date with your progress!! Take Care! — Amy S.
	*06/17/2001 10:12 PM* Shanna, Good luck on your surgery today. I hope it is uneventful but quick. God will be looking down on you and your family. — Tom A.
	*06/17/2001 02:27 PM* Shanna.......girlie, I love you!!!! Just want you to know that I am SO proud of you. Wonderful things lie ahead for you sweetie. You always remember that I am right here for you!!! I will be up and praying at 6 a.m.!!! God bless and keep you Darling!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love, Your Angel — Cheryl L.
	*06/17/2001 01:07 PM* Shanna.......Good luck tomorrow.....we'll both be going to the other side.....the start of our new lives....together.....God bless....you're in my prayers. Patti — Patti S.
	*06/16/2001 07:14 AM* Well...you made it....your day has arrived. Congratulations....but more importantly...Good Luck and Best Wishes for a speedy and uneventful recovery. My prayers will be with you!! I won't be far behind..July 12th is my BIG day. See you on the SKINNY side of life.....oooooohhhh...I can't even imagine....I long for the day someone says to me, "I think your too thin dear"....and my reply will be, "YEAH....AIN'T IT GREAT!" — Roxanne H.
	*06/15/2001 02:45 PM* DAMN,,dont' give me a mouse with a clicker,,i'm dangerous!!! LOL. I hit the enter button before i even posted anything,,duh head here!! I just wanted to add that i have talked to you in the obesityhelp chatroom and i think you are one special person. Take care and best of luck. debsinILL — Debbie W.
	*06/15/2001 02:44 PM* — Debbie W.
	*06/15/2001 02:35 PM* Shanna,, i want to wish you the best on monday and i pray you have a speedy recovery!! Will be thinking of you on monday and praying all goes well...just be sure and get up and walk, walk, and more walking...lol. Take care girl!!! — Debbie W.
	*06/15/2001 12:13 PM* Hi Shanna! Just wanted to pass along some well wishes and to let you know that I will be praying for you. You offered such kind words to me during the loss of my friend and I will never forget your kindness. Take care and keep believing...He will see us through! God bless! — Sharon R.
	*06/15/2001 10:53 AM* Shanna, Congrats on your new birthday. This is the first day of the rest of your life, ENJOY HelenC — [Anonymous]
	*06/15/2001 10:22 AM* Sweet Shanna, Wishing you the best as you begin your new birth....Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way...This special tool will be in yur hands soon....Use it to become the best you can be...I'll being in your corner cheering you on.... Hugs and Luvs... Todd in Michigan 370/194/@goal — TODD S.
	*06/15/2001 09:11 AM* Dear Shanna...it's me again...you know...Big Mamma. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you how excited I am for you. We're all going to get thru this together and live long and happy lives :o). Just can't tel you how excited I am for all of us. We really are like family and I truly believe that we will be family for the rest of our lives not matter what. Since we are family I need to give you all of my personal information: Sandy Lantrip Email: sandyott1@msn.com 201 W. Michael Ln., Apt. 2 Addison, IL 60101 Phone: 630/458-9193 Please feel free to call, write or email any time. You are a very special person and I'm so lucky to have you for my friend :-). — Sandra L.
	*06/15/2001 09:09 AM* — Sandra L.
	*06/15/2001 08:30 AM* Shanna, Baby you are standing on the threshold of your new life!! Step through that door Shanna. Do not let anyone stop you from making a positive change in your life. Think about yourself and your sweet boys! Keep looking forward.....take one step at a time....Monday is just around the corner. I will be right here for you...and you have all the gang in chat. We are all pulling for you Dear!!!!!! Shanna, you can do this!!! I know you can. I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! — Cheryl L.
	*06/15/2001 08:23 AM* HEY SHANNON: hope you have this surgery and become a major loser like every one here. You wont be sorry , and your new life will be great. Oh by the way just between you and me I'M A LOSER OF 300PDS, and hoping you will be on the darkside with all of us who's YA DADDY NaughtyNick — Mark V.
	*06/15/2001 08:22 AM* — Mark V.
	*06/15/2001 08:21 AM* Shanna my sweet friend i hear things aint going good at the moment and i want you to remember what has brought all of us to the point of wantin this life saving surgery. its time for u to think of yourself and those beautiful children u have and the life u will have once u have surgery u will be able to do so much more with your kids and feel so much better about yourself and always remember we love u and are here for you — [Anonymous]
	*06/15/2001 08:20 AM* Shanna, you need this surg kiddo! It will make your life so much better in the long run no matter what is happening now in your life. We in chat will be her for ya! And I love ya kiddo. glenn — glennwd
	*06/13/2001 08:17 PM* shanna my prays are with you you are a sweet lady and i too will be on other side with you in aug best of luck my prayers r for u p.s your angel sounds exactly that an angel but in order to have one u need to be one i believe u have that down to a science Donna from mass — Donna L.
	*06/13/2001 07:14 PM* OOPS>.. best wishes on your surgery, See you on the other side, and keep your chin up. — Kathy H.
	*06/13/2001 07:03 PM* Shanna, I will be thinking of you during your up-coming surgery,and recovery. I know you will do super. I'm sending you hugs and prayers. Bless you sweetie. Ginger A. — VIRGINIA A.
	*06/13/2001 06:20 PM* Hello Shanna! Along with all your other many chat room friends and supporters, I want to offer my best wishes to you and wish you a speedy recovery. Lots of Love and Big Hugs! Hurry back to us soon! All the Best to you, sweetie! XOXO Jo-Anne — Jo-Anne C.
	*06/13/2001 06:37 AM* Shanna, I will be thinking about you on Monday. I wish you all the luck in the world!!! I will talk to you on the other side!! MsJynx — Jenelle B.
	*06/13/2001 06:37 AM* Shanna - you are a dear sweet wonderful girl and I am so happy that you are finally getting your day. Have a safe and healthy WLS journey. Take recovery slow and easy and know that it will all get easier and better with time --- Walk, use youre breathing thingy and sip your water. We will be looking for you in chat as soon as you feel up to it but will welcome Gracen's updates. Try to relax and know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you. — [Anonymous]
	*06/12/2001 09:02 PM* Shanna! Best of luck to you on a wonderful procedure and a super-quick recovery! We'll all be thinking of you!! Have fun on the "other side"!!! Love, Kim — Kimmberli O.
	*06/12/2001 08:26 PM* Shanna I wish you a very speedy recovery and the best of results. Go for it! — redrum O.
	*06/12/2001 07:56 PM* good luck my prayers are with you. you are very to have gracen as your angel she cares so much for you be well hope to talk to you soon in the room all my love gail — gail G.
	*06/12/2001 07:47 PM* Shanna: Best wishes hon, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will do great and soon join all of us on the other side. ((((hugs))))) (DebP) — DebPKansas
	*06/12/2001 07:30 PM* Hi Shanna, What a beautiful family you have! Just wanted to post a short note to wish you the best on Monday and a speedy reecovery! Your angel is doing a good job of reminding us all to keep you in our thoughts, so I know you will have many many folks praying for you and thinking of you. All that prayer is powerful!!! Take care, tfrancois — T F.
	*06/12/2001 07:29 PM* Hi Shanna,I will keep you in my thoughts as you are crossing over to your new life..I am having WLS 7/17/01 ..best wishes for a fast recovery..Susie — Sharon R.
	*06/12/2001 07:26 PM* Just want to wish all the best and my thoughts and prayer will be with you on Monday and may GOD bless you and keep in his everlasting light and grace. — Loretta R.
	*06/12/2001 07:24 PM* Shanna.....I'm so excited for you. You are gonna do great and I'll be sending you that dress before you know it. But right now I'm going to send you the white light of healing love from the great spirit. — Gina D.
	*06/12/2001 07:12 PM* hugs My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Your gonna do awesome!! — [Anonymous]
	*06/12/2001 07:09 PM* Wishing you God's speed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.....SnowBelle — Tera H.
	*06/12/2001 06:47 PM* Hey eric ive been busy will try to get thru to judith in a few minutes. thanks for the email. and thanks for giving me something to do. loving it. Buffalobabe Diane — BBD
	*06/12/2001 04:00 PM* Shanna, Good Luck and Gods speed to you! I told you the time would fly. Just remember to trust in God and take it easy. I will keep you in my heart and in my prayers. See ya on the otherside----with the scale decreasing and your life increasing. TTFN, Elaine — Elaine A.
	*06/12/2001 02:56 PM* Good luck on your surgery, Shanna...We will be praying for your health and success!! Can't wait til it's my turn, on July 31!! — Larry Y.
	*06/12/2001 02:37 PM* Good Luck Shanna :-) You will love your new life! — Evan K.
	*06/12/2001 01:21 PM* Good luck on your new life:-) — msski
	*06/12/2001 01:19 PM* Hello Shanna, I am new to this site, but 8 months post-op. Doing well. Can be scary but it is well worth it. I am sure you will do great! Lots of luck & prayers. Kathleen — Kathleen M.
	*06/12/2001 01:16 PM* Good luck on your surgery Shanna! Am new to this site and trying to figure all of this out! I hope all goes well for you! — Michelle S.
	*06/12/2001 10:05 AM* Shanna! Good Luck! My surgery is one week after yours! I wish you all the best and good health for the rest of your life! Pam Fottrell — Pam F.
	*06/12/2001 09:13 AM* Hi. Just wanted to wish you luck on your upcoming surgery. Mine was 3 1/2 wks ago and I'm doing great and feeling great. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Julie S — Jaykay B.
	*06/12/2001 09:04 AM* shanna hurry back and welcome to the dark side and cant wait for you to be a fellow LOSERRRRRRRRR!!!!!!!! speedy recovery hun NICK — Mark V.
	*06/12/2001 08:28 AM* Shanna, just wanted to say that even though we don't know each other i'll be saying a prayer for you..I hope things go well and you have a speedy recovery! hugs — [Anonymous]
	*06/12/2001 08:15 AM* Shanna, This is Southern Sweetie wishing you the easiest surgical experience. The angels will be in the OR with you and will see to it that all goes well. Remember you are going on this journey for yourself and your life will be a new one. Best wishes. Melody in Tampa, FL. — Melody H.
	*06/12/2001 06:04 AM* Shanna, it is early in the morning on 6/12 and I just prayed for you. With everyone lifting you up in prayer I just know He will keep you in the palm of His hand and bring you back to us very quickly. How wonderful that your wait is over and soon you will be on the other side!! (Carol/IL) — CarolG
	*06/12/2001 05:34 AM* Shanna, All we be better in your new thinner life. Remember be true to yourself and don't let others dictate to you. Be true to God and He will be true to you. glenn — glennwd
	*06/11/2001 11:12 PM* HELLO SHANNA, YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMPLETE PEACE. I WISH YOU LOTS OF SUCCESS . PUT ALL YOUR FAITH IN GOD. YOU ARE TRULY A DEAR FRIEND. MAY GOD KEEP YOU SAFE. SO YOU CAN LIVE A HEALTHY AND HAPPY LIFE. MAY GOD GIVE YOU ALL THE DESIRES OF YOUR HEART. TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS. I PRAY THAT YOU HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY. — Johnny F.
	*06/11/2001 09:07 PM* Shanna...can't wait to meet you in person on the 20th. My wife and I will have you in our prayers...I am so excited for you and the new life you are about to live. Soon I hope to be there also. Godspeed and good health — adam H.
	*06/11/2001 08:19 PM* Dear Shanna, This is Big Mamma/Sandy/IL and I just wanted to tell you that you're on my prayer list. We will all miss you and be anxious for you to come back home with us in our little chat room :-). You work real had at coming back, because you are very special to all of us in here. God speed. Hurry back and be well. Luv ya, Sandy — Sandra L.
	*06/11/2001 08:15 PM* Shanna, I wish you all the best. I know that you are really excited and anxious to begin your NEW life, and i am really happy for you! God bless and watch over you. — DVIKI01
	*06/11/2001 08:08 PM* Hi Shanna, we are all pulling for you and know what you are going through. The first two weeks are the hardest so know there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Try to walk as much as possible. You will be in my thoughts and prayers, take care and hurry back to web chat room. Sincerely (): ) K — Karen G.
	*06/11/2001 07:54 PM* Dear Shanna, You are about to be a "Postie" and I know you have been waiting for this special day to the other side. I pray God sends many blessings your way as you start your new journey. It is amazing and I am so thankful I made this decision. I know you will feel the same as time goes on. God Bless You Shanna. My prayers are with you. Charlotte — Charlotte L.
	*06/11/2001 07:17 PM* SHANNA--you have so many people on this site praying for you!! You are in all of our prayers! We all know that you are going going to go through this well and get to your goal weight ASAP. We all love you and wish you the best!! I cannot wait to be where you are! — Courtney W.
	*06/04/2001 08:20 PM* Shanna, Where do I begin dear?!!? You are an amazing friend and I am forever thankful for your friendship. We have been through so much together in a very short time. I am still taken back by the similarties in our lives. You are going to do GREAT!!! You have a wonderful and promising future ahead of you. Go for it girlfriend. I am here for you! You are in my prayers sweetie!!!!!! Your angel, Cheryl Gracen — Cheryl L.
	*06/03/2001 12:48 PM* Shanna party girl cant wait for your table dancing at the SC party, My best wishes are out to u as u begin your new journey and have your rebirth:-) Hugs and Kisses Cindy D — [Anonymous]
	*05/24/2001 10:34 AM* Good Luck! We share the same date; June 18!!!! Best wishes for surgery and a speedy recovery! — dbmbrown
	*05/23/2001 09:20 PM* Dear Shanna: Your in my thoughts and prayers as your surgery date gets closer. just remember you are doing this for you and for your children and I do believe your husband will come around and give you the support you need. Just keep pushing forward for a new healthy life. May God be with you durnig this journey. — Bonita B.
	*05/22/2001 12:06 PM* shanna, congradulations on your upcoming date ! you are one day ahead of me. im so happy for you.. i pray that your surgery goes great as im sure it will ...and i wish you a very speedy recovery. let me know how everything goes and GOD bless. TERESA — teresa C.

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