Maria H.

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kylakae 21 years, 4 months ago

<table border="0" width="100%"><tr> <td width="15%"><center><IMG SRC="http://www.dwarfworks.com/kyla/pictures/angels/anglegarl2.gif" width="225" height="175"></center></td><td width="85%" valign="middle"><b><font face="Lucida Sans" color="#E82428">Happy re-Birthday, Maria! I'm so happy that you are still keeping your profile updated. It's so important to new post ops to hear from longer term posties! Congratulations on all your triumphs! I hope that you continue to be blessed by this surgery and that you are feeling great. May this next year be your best ever!!</font></b></td> </tr></table>

kylakae 22 years, 4 months ago

<font color="CC0066"><b> <center><IMG SRC="http://www.dwarfworks.com/kyla/pictures/bdplaneanim.gif"><br></center> Happy re-Birthday, Maria! Its been one year since your WLS. Congratulations on your awesome weight loss! I hope this anniversary finds you feeling happy and healthy. </font></b>

C S. 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi Maria, glad to hear everything went well. Wow 17 lbs already. Glad to hear you are doing the walking, that is great. I didn't risk it outdoors when I had my surgery either. I was afraid if I fell in the snow or ice ,I would really hurt myself. Lot's of luck and keep drinking that water. Carin

Maria H. 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi all! Well, I made it through to the "other side." For a minute there I wasn't sure I'd be able to have the surgery last Monday. We had a blizzard here in Chicago, and there was about six inches of snow on the ground by the time I arrived at the hospital. (And it got worse throughout the day) I was so worried that the surgeon wouldn't be able to get there, but good old Dr. Alverdy was there and everything went off without a hitch. I woke up in recovery, but because of the weather and other things, had to stay there for over six hours until they had a free bed for me. The worst part was having to wait to see my husband until I got up to my room. (Thanks Michael for waiting so patiently during my ordeal!) They did let me talk to him on the phone for a minute, so at least he knew I was OK! Im having a fairly unremarkable recovery, a little pain, difficulty getting all my protein in, etc. The only major deal is the fact that I have to have supplemental (tube) feedings. I may end up with the feeding tube for three weeks! UGH! I really hope not, but I do trust my surgeon, so if he says I need it, well, I need it. Anyway, Thanks to all who sent me get well wishes! This place has the most wonderful people online! the love and support available from the people here is incredible. Thanks again for all the support.

Stephanie D. 23 years, 4 months ago

I am not Maria's "official" angel but decided to check up on her and emailed her surgeon. Dr Alverdy said "She is doing great so far. Surgery went extremely well". Way to go Maria!!

Deborah T. 23 years, 4 months ago

Wishing you a safe and speedy recovery...we will see you on the other side....

Terri G. 23 years, 4 months ago

Maria, God bless you, I am praying that you have a successful, yet uneventful surgery, a healing and speedy recovery...and the best Christmas ever! All the best gifts come from above..keep the faith! You are going to do great! :-) Much love and peace in Christ~Terri

Teresa N. 23 years, 4 months ago

MARIA: Just a note to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers, especially on your big day! :) I graduated from University of Chicago - I didn't know that they performed the surgery there! :) You are in good hands, I'm sure. {{{{hugs}}}} All the best,

Stephanie D. 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi Maria, good luck w/ surgery tomorrow. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

socco58 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi Maria, Good luck with your surgery on Monday. My thoughts & prayers will be with you. ^j^