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Cristie L. 22 years, 3 months ago

<font face="Comic Sans MS" color="7000CC">First Time Angel Here...Long-Distance, Even...Are My Wings and Halo on Straight? LOL My brand new "angelette", <b>STACY CORLETT</b> is having her surgery in just <B>six days!</b> Woohoo! <p>PLEASE visit her surgery page and leave her a wonderful, inspiring message; I know she'd appreciate it and so would I! (Wanting to do well in my VERY FIRST angel position!) <p>Whether pre- or post-op, you all have something to share! Thanks so much! *Love Your Guts*</font>

Dorothy B. 22 years, 3 months ago

Stacy; Best wishes on your upcoming surgery!! You will do just great and be on the losing side in no time at all!! GOD BLESS

Carol L. 22 years, 3 months ago

I will be praying for you as your date approaches. I am very happy for you,this surgery is soooo worth it. I will be praying that you have a quick and uneventful recovery.

Karen L. 22 years, 3 months ago

Hi Stacy, Just wanted to wish you the best on your upcoming surgery. I had surgery on 11/20 with Dr. Kothari so I can attest to the fact that this surgeon is very well qualified, does a great job and that his staff is wonderful. I'm not quite ready to say that it was all worthwhile but I do feel a bit more self-esteem these days which is wonderful. I am almost 6 weeks postop and have lost about 5# plus a week. Take care and God bless.

Karen Renee 22 years, 3 months ago

Dear Stacy, All my best wishes, thoughts and prayers are with you on your upcoming surgery. I'll see you on the other side. Many regards and G-d Bless you.

blank first name B. 22 years, 3 months ago

Stacy-I'm praying that you have a successful surgery and a very speedy recovery. May the Lord bless you with a new happy and healthy life. Best wishes!

Mary H. 22 years, 3 months ago

stacy i know the waiting gets to you but just take time to get in a peaceful place with god and you will be fine,

Tracie L. 22 years, 3 months ago

Stacy--boy, can I relate! It is REALLY hard to be "hip" when you're fat. I'm young (well, 31...is that still young?? Guess I feel young b/c I'm still 'unattached'...) and pretty active. My friends are all thin. They're always asking me why I don't have a boyfriend--like I just have to snap my fingers and one would magically appear. In my heart, I know its b/c my confidence level is at an all time low (128 lbs. overweight will do that to you!); oh, I fake it pretty well--come across as "bubbly" most of the time, but the physical weight is also an emotional weight. Ever feel like that? I really sympathize with you regarding the "you wear your weight well" comments. That's almost as bad as the "you've got such a pretty face" comments--is it just me or are they really saying, "if you'd lose some weight, the rest of you would be pretty, too"? Oi! Anyway! I just wanted to offer you some encouragement. You're taking a difficult step, but one that will help you get where you want to be. My best advice is to surround yourself with people who support you. I had my surgery on 20 December 2001 (have lost 18 lbs. so far!!), and I've been staying with my parents. My mom has been amazing. The first few days out of the hospital were a little tough, and she made everything so smooth and manageable. Plus, she pushed me just enough to get me going. WALKING is the key!! Walk everyday as far as you can without killing yourself. I'm up to 1.2 miles a day. I really believe that it is the walking that has helped me heal more quickly. (I had a one-week post-op doctor's appt.--several were there who had their surgeries around the same day as me, and none seemed to be moving around as well...). Of course, you're having the laprascopic surgery, so I imagine your recovery will be much speedier than those of us who have been sliced wide open. ;) Let me know how things go... I'll be praying for you! Oh, and any advice you can offer on the protein supplement issue (I noticed from the message board that you rec'd quite a few suggestions?) would be HUGELY appreciated! Good luck! Tracie

Ellen H. 22 years, 3 months ago

Hi Stacy-Just a quick note to let you know that I am thinking about you and pray that your surgery is successful. Please take care of yourself and keep us updated as to your progress.

Carol L. 22 years, 3 months ago

I will be praying for you as you approach your surgery date. Welcome to the losing side! May you have a speedy and uneventful recovery.