Still around...

Well... Barely, but I'm kicking. I went for my 6 month check up on the 18th and all was lovely. I've lost 138 pounds! I was so excited. I couldn't wait to tell my father who has been a great supporter  through all this. I had plans to go to TN Saturday the 19th and visit with him. I was on my way when I got the call... they were taking him to the ER and he didn't make it. My lovely father lost his battle with COPD.  I hope everyone is doing well... seems we have a ton of newbies! I need to catch up!!

Shawana:

I am SO SO sorry to hear about your dad! He would indeed have been so proud (still is) and is behind the scenes cheering you on. He will no doubt be with you the rest of the way.  You have done so well in such an incredibly short amount of time. Keep up the great work and we are happy to see you back. This has been a bad time as of late for our NC Oh'ers it seems. Lots of bad news. We are here for you girlfriend and glad to see you. Now get some new pics up that show less of you...hehe. Lisa

Shawana, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Congratulations on your fantastic weight loss. I belive like Lisa said your father will always be close.                                        Annie

Shawana, My heart just leapt with joy to see a post from you, but now I am very heavy hearted after hearing of the loss of your dad.  I know he is just singing your praises up in Heaven, but I also know it has to be so hard on you here not having been able to spend that time and hear those words here on earth with him.  Sounds like you had a wonderful relationship with lots of loving memories to cherish. You have done so well on your weight loss journey.  Please do post some pix when you can and let us see how you are doing.  We miss you!  Sending prayers out to you and your family.

I am sorry to hear about your Dad.  I agree with the others ~ he is surely singing your praises to all who will listen!  I am glad you had such a great relationship with him.  My dad and I do not get along at all and it saddens me sometimes but I guess that is just how life is.  I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Congratulations on your weight loss.  Keep on keeping on and post some pics soon!! Hugs, Donna

I'm so sorry Shawana.  What a bittersweet posting.  Such great achievement and such great loss at the same time.  You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  Keep up the good work and know that your father is proud of you. Take care. Ellen

Hey Shawana: I am so sorry to hear about your loss.   My thoughts and prayers are with you.  I am sure your dad is now your guardian angel and will be watching you every step of the way. Pam

My prayers are with you.  I lost my dad in 1996.  If you need to talk, please feel free.  :)

Hey Shawana,            I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much that hurts. Losing my dad in '03 was the worst day of my life. Besides my husband, my dad was my biggest supporter in everything I did. It's true that over time it will hurt less but you'll never stop loving and missing him. Be strong. He'd want that for you.           I am so proud of you and your weight loss accomplishment. Keep up the great work. xoxo Mare

Hey!!!!  I am so sorry to hear about your dad.  I am glad to hear from you!  You have done a wonderful job with your weight loss!  I know you made him proud!  Take care!