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I got a therapy light last winter and it does help a lot. The funny thing is that my cat loves to look at it. Also remember that ground hogs and raccoons gain weight in the winter. Not because of depression or Christmas cookies, but because of lack of light.
Real life begins where your comfort zone ends
I understand somewhat of all that you are going through. I hope things get better for you soon.
I have always gotten a name tag. ?
10+ years post op and still maintaining!!! surgery 9/25/2002 260/134
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bariatric_journey/welcome/ if you send a friend request on FB make a note that you are from OH - thanks http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=586438255&ref=profile
also www.facebook.com/valshealthykitchen
That just made me think of something .. do they give us (big) nametags to wear at the conventions? 
I can't really remember. If not, they definitely should .. Else how are we supposed to recognize each other (if new) .. ? 
Frank talk about the DS / "All I ever wanted to be was thin, like that Rolling Stones dude ... "
HW/461 LW/251 GW/189 CW/274 (yep, a DS semi-failure - it happens :-( )
My name is Valerie and I had surgery in 2002. I've attended so many conferences over the years. Met so many people. I've always gone alone, but never alone for long! I've made many connections and lifelong friends and if you see me say hi and then you are no longer alone. It's a great experience, opportunity to rejuvenate your enthusiasm and celebrate your successes. Please do come to the conference. ð?¤--
10+ years post op and still maintaining!!! surgery 9/25/2002 260/134
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/bariatric_journey/welcome/ if you send a friend request on FB make a note that you are from OH - thanks http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/profile.php?id=586438255&ref=profile
also www.facebook.com/valshealthykitchen
Seasonal depression is a real thing for many. What are you doing about it? Can you pick one thing to focus on that you could do? Have you tried a therapy light if you can't get out into the light each day? That has shown some results when "just" the winter blues (and of course, definitely recommend consulting a medical professional if you need to).
HW: 306 SW: 282 GW: 145 (reached 2/6/19) CW:150
Jen
Wow. I just don't understand this .. the article states that no cause was given, but then seems to imply it may have been a suicide, based on her past "mental health struggles". She looked SO great after losing her 500+ lbs. 
But, I guess if she was a depressive before surgery, her WLS didn't cure it .. Like WLSers often say, "it's body surgery, not brain surgery" . 
(btw, I never knew she was transgender until now) ..
https://www.aol.com/entertainment/600-lb-life-destinee-lasha ee-142424187.html
Have to now sadly add her name to the dozen or so stars on the show that have passed away to date, including at least one other suicide. It's a rough life when you're S.O., physically .. 
Frank talk about the DS / "All I ever wanted to be was thin, like that Rolling Stones dude ... "
HW/461 LW/251 GW/189 CW/274 (yep, a DS semi-failure - it happens :-( )
The winter months are always hard for me to get through but this year I have the blues like crazy and I have been gaining weight because as usual I am eating my way through it all. I can't pinpoint what triggers my depression like this! I am sabotaging myself over and over again and I know this.
Well I changed my PCP to one that is more suitable for my needs and cancelled all future appointments with my care team who assisted after the surgery. I'm also scheduled to take classes with the dietician at the grocery store who is 100% better at helping me.
She's a **** mother and she gained weight before the pandemic not during it, unless she gained more bakc. The woman lies about everything.
Dr. Sanchez Lapband 9/12/2003
hw305/revision w280/cw197/gw150
Revision from Lap Band to Bypass on 2/4/2015 by Dr. Pohl
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