Now I realize we are all a bunch of busy Natives in this world, but come on we are only averaging 2 posts a week people. Where are all the talkative Native folks. Lets get some information sharing going here! Whats Happening on your Rez? Heard any new jokes? Any new loves? New Low fat Recipe's to share? Any anniversaries this week/day/month? Any WLS stories to share? Whats up all?????

Not that I am a professional or anything, But since you aren't a heavy eater, maybe you can quicken your metabolism by making yourself have 4-6 small meals a day. Protien is also very important for the healing tissues both before during and after surgery. Lots of veggies, dairy, fruits and low fat meats. I also found that I started walking 2-4 miles a day before my surgery, and it really helped alot with the whole healing process after surgery. I had such an easy time, I questioned wether or not I had had surgery. Had it not been for the 35 staples, I wouldnt have even thought I did. I started at 309 at surgery and am now down 71 lbs. Only 66 more till goal. Good luck to you, And may your journey be uneventful and your weightloss be great! Take Care LOVEY 309/238/172 goal

Hey there Marylou I too am part Choctaw. I live in I daho and had WLS in Orange California. I am almost 1 year post-op. A whole year with no fry bread I am doing fine and I would really like to get to know you more. Be well & God bless, Loriann http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ChristianWLSJourney/

I'm here. Been beading my fool head off. I have to have two fully beaded crowns done by March. Why oh why did I waste all my time?? I've only had since July.... ok.......i lied....... i knew i would have to do them but i got the first done of three in july..... (where is the head banging smilie??? )

I'm still here in South CA waiting for surgery sometimes next month. I used to teach at the Sherman Indian HS as a counselor. I'm part Cherokee. Where does everybody live??