kd 20 years, 8 months ago

HI Bruce. WOW!! 70 lbs. is some AWESOME weight lost!! I am so happy and proud of you and wish you continued success!! Have you been to the beach yet? (((((((HUGS)))))))

piperkc 20 years, 12 months ago

Hope you had a safe journey to the other side. Keep us posted. Today the struggle, tomorrow the victory. "The big challenge is to become all that you have the possibility of becoming. You cannot believe what it does to the human spirit to maximize your human potential and stretch yourself to the limit." ~ Jim Rohn "Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, any one can start from now and make a brand new ending." "Don't ask for it to be easy, ask for it to be worth it." Dan Kuschell "I have always been delighted at the prospect of a new day, a fresh try, one more start, with perhaps a bit of magic waiting somewhere behind the morning." ~ J.B. Priestly "Each of us has an inner dream that we can unfold if we will just have the courage to admit what it is. And the faith to trust our own admission. The admitting is often very difficult." ~ Julia Cameron You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it true. You may have to work for it, however." - Richard Bach "The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong. That block of granite is often nothing more than a decision." ~ Thomas Carlyle "Being yourself is not remaining what you were, or being satisfied with what you are. It is the point of departure." ~ Sydney Harris "Risk! Risk anything! Care no more for the opinion of others, for those voices. Do the hardest thing on earth for you. Act for yourself. Face the truth." ~ Katherine Mansfield I am convinced that attitude is the key to success or failure in almost any of life's endeavors. Your attitude - your perspective, your outlook, how you feel about yourself, how you feel about other people - determines your priorities, your actions, your values. Your attitude determines how you interact with other people and how you interact with yourself. ~ Carolyn Warner "Happiness lies for those who cry, those who hurt, those who have searched, and those who tried, for only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives." ~ Author Unknown It's never too late to be what you might have been. ~ George Eliot A wish changes NOTHING; A decision, changes EVERYTHING "So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will,they soon become inevitable." Christopher Reeves "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, Nor will the flame burn you. For I am the LORD your God, The Holy One of Israel, your Savior." Isaiah 43:2-3 Everyone has beauty but not everyone sees it. Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore...Dream.....---Mark Twain May you always have an Angel by your side. Watching out for you in all the things you do. Reminding you to keep believing in brighter days. Have a speedy recovery Angela in Canada 377lbs BMI 59.0 -102lbs Dr Michael Grace Open RNY Life began May 16, 2002 I have heard your prayer, I have seen your tears. Surely..I will heal you." 2 Kings 20:5

Naes Wls J. 21 years ago

Hi there, I just want to say best wishes to you on your wl journey. May you have a speedy recovery and NO complications what so ever. Hang in there and take one day at a time. Hugs

Judith G. 21 years ago

Hey there Bruce! I hope you are doing well! Try your best to stay positive and focused, and follow all the doctor's instuctions! I hope to see your before and after pictures on this site. I am also a CT resident and have an OR date of 3/24/2003, getting a little nervous, but, mostly excited! Take care, email me if you like, [email protected]

Melissa S. 21 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.

Debbie B. 21 years ago

Bruce - Best wishes for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. May God hold you and your surgery team in his precious hands.

babybear67 21 years ago

I Said a Prayer of Healing for you -- body, mind and soul -- That God would bring you comfort to restore and make you whole. I prayed you'd be surrounded by His awesome love and healing, Dispelling all anxiety or pain you might be feeling. Finally, I prayed you'd be uplifted by His grace, and feel yourself enfolded in the peace of His embrace. Wishing you all the best on your journey for a healthy happy new you. Godspeed. Maureen

Becca K. 21 years ago

To dream anything that you want to dream, that is the beauty of the human mind. To do anything that you want to do, that is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself, to test your limits,that is the courage to succeed. Bernard Edmonds

charanewme 21 years ago

You are starting a new chapter in your life to a healthier and thinner you. You are in my thoughts and prayers for a safe and speedy recovery.Best wishes to a brighter future. Charlene

Sherry L. 21 years ago

Bruce, wishing you all the best with your up coming surgery, & weight loss journey. If you are ever in need of support, this is the place to be. You are 100% correct, this isn't the easy way out.
About Me
Meriden, Ct
Location
53.8
BMI
RNY
Surgery
03/11/2003
Surgery Date
Mar 06, 2003
Member Since

Before & After
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I knew I had to loose weight when I saw this profile picture
375lbs

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