Larakatya 19 years, 4 months ago

I found your profile on the before-after photo page. You're doing GREAT! We had surgery the same month. I'm also feeling really good and down over 130. Just wanted to encourage you to drop by the April 2004 board to share your incredible success! ~Lara

Tere B. 20 years ago

You must be so anxious and excited that your surgery is TOMORROW!!! God Bless you and keep you well. You are in our prayers and I am hoping you will have no complications, very little pain and a quick recovery. Good Luck in your new life.

Sharon W. 20 years ago

YOU GIRL!!! Happy re-birthday!!! You will do great! Hugs,

Teresa D. 20 years ago

Hi Andrea... congratulations on your surgery, girl ! I'll be praying for you, your surgeon and his/her surgical team and will be looking forward to reading about your weight loss success once you're post-op !!

Melissa S. 20 years ago

My prayers will be with you as you go through the surgery and recovery. May your strength be restored; your recovery be swift and your tender heart be renewed.

HelpMeRhonda !! 20 years ago

Many prayers and blessings for a safe and uneventful journey. 7/10/02 OPEN RNY

Karen N. 20 years ago

Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation pre-op and throughout the next exciting year! You'll do great with this life-saving tool*

Grace H. 20 years ago

HELLO ANDREA..YOU WILL BE IN THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ON YOU SPECIAL DAY TO COME. YOU WILL DO GREAT...I PRAY FOR YOU A SPEEDY RECOVERY! HUGS, GRACE

Frvsnt O. 20 years ago

Hello Andrea!!! Congratulations on your surgery date! I have some Zen Wisdom for you - Nothing exists but momentarily...One thing flows into another...observe things as they are, let everything go as it goes. This is to put everything under control in its widest sense. --- Congratulations on your surgery date and may God keep you close to his side as you travel your new journey. You will have ups and downs. You can always turn to us, your AMOS family, we will give support, comfort and encouragement. You will find this will be the best thing you could ever have done for yourself as well as your family. I know that was true for me. Keep us posted when you reach the "other" side. I pray for a speedy and easy recovery for you. Good luck and God Bless!!! RNY 10/31/03 down 84 pounds!!! Deneise Stigen

Michelle Pense 20 years ago

Butterflys are a great symbol of WLS patients. Like the caterpillar, we move slowly. We are not particularly attractive - and most of us are a bit round. Soon, we enter the cocoon stage, where we hide from everyone and everything, and EAT and SLEEP. Then, when the time is right, we emerge from the cocoon, spread our wings, and when they are dry, we fly off, seeking summer flowers. I love the analogy, and can't think of a thing that is better. So, first the butterflies in your stomach, and in your thoughts - pretty soon, you will have them in your heart, and you will be so proud of yourself, and feeling darn good, too!" Best of luck. Don't forget to wiggle your new wings. :) May God Bless You and Yours. ~
About Me
Abilene, TX
Location
52.5
BMI
RNY
Surgery
04/21/2004
Surgery Date
Jun 14, 2003
Member Since

Before & After
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10/01/2004
348lbs
02/12/2005
325lbs

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