Last nights LCBB's

Just wanted to take a minute to tell you all how much I enjoyed last night. I haven't been able to make the meetings for 3 or 4 weeks because of other obligations and I felt alright, doing what I was supposed to. BUT going to the group talking with everyone SHARING brought home to me how important the group is and how much you can get out of going to them. I loved seeing the changed in all of you. Susann, you looked fantastic, Becky i saw your weight loss, Britt you are looking great and Dawn you just keep getting better. Deb I haven't seen you often, but you've changed a lot since I saw you last. Everyone is GORGEOUS!! So, my main purpose is to tell everyone that if you have access to a support group, do not make excuses, use the energy that you use making the excuses to attend the group. They are invaluable in the boost that they give your mental health. Your mental health is something that gets neglected in this process and we go through a lot of changes and it is important to know that you are not alone. It is important to know that changes can be made and that you can do what you need to to make the surgery successful. So, again, thank you for the support and know that I am here if you need me.

I couldn't have said it better, and never quite as eloquently. I am SO depressed when I miss a meeting and I've had to miss quite a few lately. Just being with my Buddies empowers me. I feel such a bond with both men and women who have been through this process. It's great to meet the families and friends who love and support them. I just want to grab them and hug them. And you want so much to help the people who are just coming for the first time - at that terrifying deciding time. Seeing the changes in everyone else is the very best part. Words just don't describe the recharge your soul gets from being there. I truly love you, all my Buddies! I'm so glad we can keep in touch through this board when I can't get to the meetings to see you in person. Your ups are my ups and your downs are my downs. Thank you so much for your love and support. B

It was so good to see you again last night Dona - and many thanks for the compliments. You look great too - I can see the change since you were last here.... Support is definitely a key factor in this journey and we have a group of great people to support each other. Hope to see you again soon! Susann

Hi Dona! It was so nice to see you and Rex last night. You look AWESOME!!! Thank you for the compliment, you're making me blush. I hope that you have a great Mother's Day and a good weekend!!! Hugs, Britt

Thanks Dona!! I can't agree more! It really makes me think about everything I am doing and what I am not doing right, and then to see everyone else going through the same thing is reassuring!! Thanks!! Deborah