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~Tooter - the Droopy Witch 19 years, 6 months ago

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! Here's hoping life is all you want it to be! Hugs, Toots

SherryWeber 20 years, 4 months ago

I Believe In Angels I believe in angels, their presence is everywhere. In the warmth of a helping hand, in the smiles that people share. Angels are at the heart of the good things people do, And when our days are troubled, their caring guides us through. Angels' love is all around, in the stars that light the night, In a mother's gentle words, and arms that hold you tight. I believe that angels are special messengers of love, God's way of making Earth a bit more like Heaven above. ~~Author Unknown

Lisa Jean 20 years, 6 months ago

LeeAnne Just wanted to wish you a happy 2 yr anniversary girl! CONGRATS! I read your profile..you are a great writer! Im 8 mo post op DS/bpd and loving life! Hope to hear good news you are preggers soon! :) HUGS and HEALTH Lisa

OregonLAK 20 years, 6 months ago

10/13 10:35 PM LeeAnne, Hey there. I am saying a prayer for thr dootor to find a way to take away your pain. Have your tried Stop Pain? I love it...it works great for my knees. I hope the baby making continues to be successful....:) oxoxo marcy -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 10/10 10:06 AM Hi LA! SOOOOOOO glad to hear your mom is ok! I'll be keeping her in my prayers for a continued get well! -- Caroline Martin -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/10 08:18 AM Lee Anne bless your little heart. I'm sorry to hear it was cancer but so glad they got it all. I will keep you and your family in my prayers, I know you do the same for me. Hugs, blessings, always, -- wanda whiten -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/10 05:39 AM Lee Anne So glad to hear about your mom. Keeping my fingers crossed for you! -- Denise Wright 10/10 05:20 AM LAK, Im saying a prayer of healing for your dear mother. All my heartfelt love to you hon, may your days be filled with Gods blessing and comfort.**Hugs** -- nadine creamer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/10 02:59 AM Lee Anne, I am sorry to hear your Mother had Cancer, but I am happy they got it all, thank God! That had to be a huge relief!!! May God continue to Bless your Mother, Teann -- Teann Smallwood,RN -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/09 11:12 PM LeeAnne, Sending much love to you and your Mom. Thank GOd they got it all!! oxoxo Marcy -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 10/09 09:28 PM Oops, meant to say that all turns out WELL for your mom! Sorry, my brain gets ahead of my fingers sometimes! LOL! -- Moysa B 10/09 09:27 PM Lee Ann: I just wanted to say that I'm praying that all turns out for your mom, that I hope that they got all the cancer and she is cured. Thank you soooo much for all you do for this site! You are greatly appreciated! -- Moysa B 10/09 07:08 PM HI LA~~ I just finished reading your page... and my good ness the struggles that you went through to have surgery(!) Obviously your persistance paid off, that is inspirational to say the least. I have a few questions: what surgery did you end up having, and why? And what do you do now to maintain your weight loss? You look fabulous in your pictures, my prayers are with you to have another baby... You sound like a very dedicated Mother and person. Hugz from the other end of Oregon~ -- Melissa C 10/05 02:30 AM LeeAnne, I'm keeping your Mom in my prayers. Have a good weekend. Marcy oxoxox -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 09/30 12:54 PM thank you for your kind words it means the world to me -- kimberly leinweber 09/21 11:15 PM Lee Anne Beautiful new picture!! Have a great week! Marcy -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 09/21 04:13 PM LeeAnn, Great new pic. Prettier, and Prettier each time. Sorry that your not pregnant this month, but at least you get to keep on trying to get there. Don't wear the poor hubby out too much! LOL! Hugs! -- pam spencer 09/19 02:57 PM Lee Anne, When you become preggers I will rejoyce with you!!! Teann -- Teann Smallwood,RN -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 09/15 04:51 PM Leeanne, Thank you sooooo much for all the work you are doing on the Vegas Extravaganza!! Girlfriend you are the BOMB!!!! For those of you who still haven't signed up please follow LA K's links to the special site she set up. You will be floored! Can't wait to meet you in person..... -- Linda Wasserman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 09/09 01:52 AM Hi, I was just reading about what you said about the IEP test. I was just told byt my doctor about the IEP. Noone had ever told me. My dauter is not in special ed, but the doc said that schools will make up excuses for kids not to be testesed because they would rather spend the money on something else. She told me that when I ask.. they will give me some reason why my daughter can not have the test, my responce to that is "my doctor told me you would say that and she said that I insist, so you give my child the test or I will go to the school board". Basically it is that simple. My child did not have to go to special ed, at all. I hope that helps. -- Stacy Moen 09/08 08:25 AM See what happens when God is in your corner? Bill's still with you, Thank the Lord for that one! God Bless -- Vickie ! 09/07 11:34 PM Leanne, I am so sorry that you have had cruel e-mails. I can't believe that people on a support board such as this one would berate one of their one. Especially, persons who are obese who have had to suffer descrimmination and cruelty all their lives. I truly love your posts. Take care. Marcy -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 09/01 05:42 PM My gosh you've got so much going on. It would certainly make sense for your mom to have WLS at the same time. Please keep us posted on Kaiser's decision on that. Sometimes the insurers can't see the common sense big picture! Sorry, too, about your ankle. That is soooo painful, I know. And you keep the faith on getting pregnant. I'm not sure how the message boards are right now, but Parentsplace.com had some INCREDIBLE boards for those trying to conceive back when I was trying. Believe me, I forged some friendships that I still hold dear today. I found the companionship on the quest for pregnancy to be very comforting. Hugs to you. I have always followed your progress and am STILL amazed that the picture you have now is the same person. -- Kate Geneva 08/22 04:36 AM Oh Leanne....life is rough sometimes....and then other times life is great...but no matter what...Aunt Flow really sucks LOL....take care gf! -- Janine Johnson 08/21 01:15 PM LA K. UMMM...congrats on your little dicovery. :) -- MARCY ROSENZWEIG 08/21 09:56 AM Awww, I'm so sorry to hear your news. I was thinking/hoping this was truly IT for you!!! What a disappointment. (((((HUGS))))) -- Susan W. 08/21 05:56 AM I am so sorry this wasn't "the" month for you. I really understand that disappointment well. My DH and I were told we could not have children, even with in vitro, because of male factor infertility. That month we got pregnant with Josh on our own (now someone try to tell me God doesn't exist and is in control!) I know it will happen for you but I also know that the disappointment is crushing. Big hugs. -- Kate Geneva 08/21 04:06 AM LeeAnn, I'm sending you a huge note of encouragement and my very best wishes. Asking God to bless you with an extra measure of strength and to give you a real sense of peace as you continue in waiting mode. (hey I had 3 of my 5 in July, but June would be nice too!) Jeremiah 29:11 ..For I know the plans I have for you...plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Our God is SO awesome, and you are SO precious to Him!! Hang in there sweetie -- Denise Wright 08/19 07:50 PM Dear LA, I saw your post to Cyndi and I also live in the same area. I also lived in Greenville for some months years ago. Please feel free to contact me. I would love to meet you and your family. ROSI [email protected] -- Rosemary Schuff 08/19 06:09 AM Hi there. Just was flipping through the message board and saw your post. I wanted to send you special hugs and wishes. Hope things are settling for you. -- Kate Geneva 08/19 04:52 AM 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. Godspeed, Maureen in TX, RNY 06/23/03 -- Maureen Spence 08/15 09:10 PM Hi!!! I got an e-mail message that meant either my last message to you didn't go through or you tried to send me something but I couldn't receive it. Hopefully your feelings in recent days does mean there is a little blessing in your future. I wish only the best for you. -- Sarah Bramblette 08/15 03:13 PM LA K...I always see your posts on the message board, and all this time, because of your picture, I thought you were a DIVA and you called yourself LA KAY!!! Didn't know those were initials;) Thanks for the kind words on my surgery page:) It's coming up fast and people like you are making it easier to relax. You look fantabulous!!! Congrats on your WL. Keep up the great work:) -- Kathy Bryant 08/14 04:18 PM LeeAnn, Wow what a difference. You look great! Keep up the good job! Woo Hoo! Hugs! -- pam spencer 08/12 03:33 PM Hey gorgeous lady! Your beauty shines through from the inside out now...I think I told you this, but if someone had shown me that before pic and asked "do you know this person"...I would have to say "no". You certainly have blossomed into a beautiful flower...for some reason, you remind me of flowers...like an orange tiger lily. Must be the hair and the "fresh" look! Luv ya, my friend, Joy -- Joy M. 08/12 12:55 AM Hey, Luigi, thanks for the bang up job you do in carrying the WLS message. Lee Anne, you are such a positive role model for how this surgery is a successful tool in changing lives for the better. You are helping SAVE LIVES. Thank you for keeping your profile up and current. I always look forward to your posts. Much continued success on your journey. -- johnny young 07/31 05:01 AM Lee Anne, Thank you for the sweet post on the board! I have a Rottie too, I am sorry about your Rott, I am a late catcher-upper!!!! Hugssssssss, Teann -- Teann Smallwood,RN 07/23 07:58 AM leeanne..things are going to be alright..sometimes we go thru a bad cycle then we go in a good one..dont worry bella..i wish you peace and joy and heres a big cyber hug ((( )))) ..take care of yourself..by the way ypur pic isnt that the one from you and stacie meeting? thats why i didnt say anything i thought that was the one ..because i saw it before..chill bella joann -- JoAnn LaPorte 07/23 07:35 AM LAK, LOVE YOUR NEW PIC, Thumbs up -- nadine creamer 07/23 04:43 AM I don't know why you only got 2, but I can tell you that your new pic not only rocks the house, but makes you look about 15 years younger than the old one! I love it! -- Amy Littman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 07/22 08:47 PM Honey - I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your new picture!!!!! -- Robbin Taylor -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 07/22 08:29 PM Leeann, your picture is great, you are a great inspiration here on the boards. This is a tough time in your life right now but sound like you need a little tlc and some laughter right about now. Maybe a sappy movie for a good cry. All great stress relievers. Take a bubble bath, and relax..........Love you!! -- Linda Wasserman -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 07/19 07:38 AM Hi Lee Anne...cute new picture, you sassy little redhead! Love and hugs, Joy -- Joy M. 07/19 04:45 AM LeeAnn, Great new pic! Sorry to hear about your dog. I can feel for you. Been there done that. Hugs! -- Pam Spencer 07/17 06:09 AM hi leeanne im sorry that things are not going well for you right now.i understand completly about how you feel about the dog..and stop stressing you will get pregnant ..all in good time..take care happpy warm thoughts and a cyber hug for ya take care bella joann -- JoAnn LaPorte 07/17 03:37 AM Leeanne, was hopin' to hear happy news of your pregnancy. . .I'm so sorry about your furry family member. Asking God to bless you with His comfort, and to lift your spirits even as you read this. -- Denise Wright 07/16 12:24 PM Dear Lee Anne..I'm sorry to hear about your little Rottie's leg! Our pets are like babies to us, so I understand your upset. I hope the vet can figure out what is wrong and perhaps splinting/casting instead of surgery will be required?...I am praying for that. Also, that is weird about the preg test not showing pink AT ALL...I would bring them back to the store as defective (I know they've got pee on them, but still!) I hope things in that area will work out for you very soon. Love and hugs, Joy -- Joy M. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 07/03 09:46 AM Hmmm... I know that I need to update BUNCHES of you regarding my "devastating blow." I won't post details on my profile. But life is improving. It was given away... Part of the family is gone and there is less stress now. My sister's baby is due any day. I'm staying involved at church with singing, drama, kids, and my card ministry. Weight is fluctuating, still at that point where I have to do some work if I want to make any headway. I'll be walking in a parade tomorrow... yikes. Blessings to all. -- LA K -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 06/25 02:39 AM LeeAnne, hang in there, Sweetie. Feelings are just like gas... they pass. You are a wonderful, kind person on this site and all the GOOD KARMA is coming your way. BE PATIENT. It is on its way. -- johnny young 06/24 08:23 PM i just want you to know you're in my thoughts. you can get through it...you're a strong lady and i appreciate you. bb~ -- kasi h. 06/13 09:50 AM LeeAnn, too cute! I was thinking the same thing!!! I STILL drop food on my shirt. -- Janet Stankovics 05/30 03:14 PM Leeanne, I am sorry that you seem to be experiencing a minor set-back... I'm sure that your Yellow light will be green again in just a few days!!! -- Robbin Taylor 05/27 10:53 AM Hi Leanne, Sorry to hear you are having trouble with your son and school...I can completely relate...I don't really have any suggestions for you, just wanted to tell you I feel for you and to "hang in there"....Glad you got the Green light for the pregnancy try...you and DH should have tons of fun with that!!! LOL!!! I sometimes wish I could have another one because I would love to experience pregnancy starting at a "normal" weight instead of having three high risk pregnancies being MO...but three children are more than enough for me especially with the middle one...God knows I love him just as much, but he sure does CHALLENGE me!!! Best wishes to you and your family!!!! -- Sunflower Girl 05/23 09:54 AM CONGRATS on the green light. Hope it happens soon for you, if not just keep trying thats the best part right? LOL.Take care. RNY 9/02 213/132 -- April Green 05/12 04:26 PM (ahem) mimimimimimimi....*cough Cough* Ok then ... Happy birthday to youuuuuuuuuuuu...Happy birthday to youuuuuuuuuuu...Happy Birrrrrrrthday to youuuuuuuuuuuu...Happy birthdayyyyyyyy toooooooooo youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu! Ok, I think that may have been a little off key, but what the heck! Hope you had a great day! Love ya bunches! Peace @}-----Shanna -- S Mo 05/12 01:38 PM Happy Birthday my dear friend. and many more~~~ singing as LOUD as I can get so you can here me clear there from way out here. (ok my neighbors think I'm nuts now..lol) Love ya -- Vickie ! 05/11 05:13 AM Lee Ann - Happy, Happy Birthday and also a very Happy Mother's Day to you - You're looking mahh-velous dahling !! Marilyn (Virginia) -- Dispatcher Marilyn -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 05/10 02:22 PM LA K and son, HAPPY BIRYHDAY TO YOU, May the good Lord bless you. May he add more years to you. May he guide and keep you. Amen. Take care, Hugs -- nadine creamer -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 05/03 07:21 AM i just wanted to thank you for noticing my new pic! it means a lot when people i look up to have something sweet to say about me. it really meant a lot. :) you're looking GREAT, too!! Please keep up the posts. I follow your stories! **hugs** Kem (kimberly Sweaton) -- Kimberly S 04/18 03:58 AM ~LA K~ TELL UR MOM GOOD LUCK AND GOD'S BLESSINGS BE WITH HER ON HER JOURNEY..LOVEDOVE -- dovie patterson 04/09 05:14 AM I was so sorry to read about your Grandfather's passing. It is so hard to lose someone we love. I wish I could have met you in San Diego!! I live there too, since 1950!! (so you know I am old!!) -- Nancy Wilson 04/03 10:43 AM LeeAnn, you are beautiful inside and out.... I'll be saying a prayer for you and your family. -- Janet Stankovics 04/03 10:12 AM LeeAnn, I am so sorry to hear about your grandpa. I still remember the pain of losing my grandparents. I pray you will find comfort and love in the arms of your family and God Tami -- Tami D. 04/03 02:05 AM My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. God Bless Cat Price -- cat price 04/02 07:08 PM Leeanne, I'm so sorry honey... I hope that your husband can go with you... -- Robbin Taylor 04/02 05:46 PM Leanne, so sorry to hear about our grandfathers passing. Just no he is no longer sick or in any pain. He is in Gods hands. Jamie -- Jamie Martin 04/02 04:31 PM I am sorry to hear of your loss Leann...my condolences to you and your family at this sad time. -- Linda Bates 04/02 03:43 PM My prayers go out to you and your family Leanne. Hang in there, you have been a great inspiration to me on my WLS journey. Take care and God Bless. ~Cherie LapRNY 10/18/02 -87lbs -- Cherie Stielow 04/02 02:51 PM Lee Anne...so sorry to hear, sweetie! May your beloved grandpa rest in peace. Love and hugs, Joy -- Joy M. 04/02 02:22 PM LeeAnne~I am so sorry to hear of your Grandpa's death. I lost mine in 11th grade. He was in perfect health and got killed in a car accident. Totally unexpected. I still miss him. I always will. I just remember when we were little and the rhymes and riddles and long walks and tic tacs and getting on Grandma's last nerve. He was just like a kid he loved to get a rise out of her, expecially if it made my younger sister and I giggle til we got into trouble. HA Keep nice warm fuzzy happy memories of him and he'll be "alive" forever. I luv u girl! You'll be o.k. Sorry your trip got scrapped too. Better safe than sorry though. I'd rather you be here safe. Selfish of me, but I don't want to lose a special friend. Lots and lots of hugs and my shoulder to you. -- Cinna G 04/02 01:58 PM Sorry for your loss! -- Susan Maddy 04/02 01:44 PM lee Anne - So sorry to hear of your loss. Grampa's are so special - I wasn't fortunate enough to know either of mine personally, they both passed away before I was born. However, others memories have provided me with a vivid description of the lives both of these extraordinary men lived. I hope precious memories provide comfort to you and your family during this period of grief. -- Debra Beatty 04/02 01:27 PM I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will be prying for you and your family. God Bless. -- Justin Glynn 04/02 01:27 PM Dear Leanne~~~I'm so sorry about the death of your Grandpa. I will be sending special prayers for you and your family at this most difficult time in your life. May the angels above watch over you and keep you safe. -- ALICE W 04/02 10:47 AM Hi La. I'm curious to know if you have had steady weight loss since your surgery. -- Shelly Towe -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 04/02 09:04 AM SO... I'm just over 1 year and five months post op. Is it better to say 17 months post-op? I'm down about 70 pounds currently. I was a size 24 and I'm in 14's today. I am on a official plateau. Plateau defined as same weight for more than four months. My surgeon calls my surgery a success cause I have lost more than 50% of my excess weight. I still want to lose another 30 pounds, but I know that I need to use the tool better than I have been. I find that stress eating is still here. SO MUCH stress going on in my life recently. Cancelled Asia trip, Niece in burn unit (Doing MUCH better!), Grandpa in ICU not sure why, Dog is pregnant, ... and of course all that evil Easter Candy is out and on sale. Thank God for malabsorption. I'm beginning to work out on a better basis which is helping tone. Now it's the making better choices. -- LA K -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 04/02 06:59 AM Leanne, sheesh definitely prayers sent for your grandfather. Your poor family has had its share of mishaps. God bless you and them! Jamie -- Jamie Martin 04/02 02:11 AM ~LA K~ WOW...HOPE THEY FINE OUT WHAT IS WRONG WITH UR GRANDFATHER... GOD BLESS HIM AND WATCH OVER HIM, AND KEEP HIM SAFE, LORD JESUS, I PRAY....LET ME KNOW WHAT HAPPEN WITH UR GRANDFATHER... GOD BLESS U TOO...LOVEDOVE -- dovie patterson 04/01 03:28 PM Leanne, I am sorry your trip is off (at least for now)because it would be so exciting! I hope something better comes along for you! Also, I just noted all the HTML help on your profile! Thanks! I need to spruce up my page and my posts and hopefully that will help me! -- Kendra S 04/01 01:58 PM Leeanne - so sorry your trip has been canceled. I know you are so very disappointed. But as you noted, your 'travel agent' is in charge. Hang in there, things will look better soon. -- Debra Beatty 03/23 06:39 AM Hi there LA, My prayers goes out to you and your family. Hang in there everyday do get better. God Bless, Hugs -- nadine creamer 03/07 03:43 PM ~LA K~ I WOULD LOVE TO KNOW HOW U PUT THINGS LIKE THAT ON UR POST...PLEASE PLEASE TELL ME... I LOVE IT... IT IS SO NEAT... LOVEDOVE -- dovie patterson 03/06 01:16 PM I'm saying a prayer for your little neice. I'm sure she will be just fine. -- Traci Bell 03/06 11:39 AM Prayers for Madison and for you and her parents. God Bless -- Vickie Linke 03/06 11:17 AM Lee Anne, Prayers going out to sweet Madison ^j^ Teann -- Teann Smallwood,RN 03/06 11:05 AM LA K, I am praying for a safe recovery for your neice. :) -- Cheila Ellis 03/06 10:08 AM Leanne - I will be keeping Madison in my prayers. I also shared your request with my prayer partner here at work. Her church and my church will also be praying with you. God Bless. -- Calandra Branch 03/01 03:28 AM ~LA K~ I READ UR POST, ABOUT THE DEER.. GOD KNOWS U HAVE A SOFT HEART AND U CARE, IT WILL BE OK.. I HAVE NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN TO ME, BUT I KNOW ONE DAY IT WILL, THERE IS LOTS OF DEER HERE IN GA... GOD BLESS U AND REMEBER IT WAS AN ACCIDENT... LOVEDOVE -- dovie patterson 02/19 02:45 PM Hang in there Leanne, Spring is coming and that can help too. Wishing you the best. Jamie -- Jamie Martin 02/16 11:44 AM LEANN~~ Sorry to hear that you're feeling down~~ The most beautiful stones have been tossed by the wind and washed by the waters and polished to brilliance by life's strongest storms. -- Sharon Neva 01/23 05:32 PM I like your prayer/wish list. It made me feel serene. Thank you. -- Kendra Souder 11/15 11:08 AM I am posting to your surgery page because I am at work and cannot email without others reading it! I think you look awesome and should consider yourself a success!! I too have been eating like I am done losing. I really had problems with the halloween candy!! I had RNY and do not ever ever dump! This is terrible!!! I empathize with you, let's get on the bandwagon together! I will be your support if you need it!! Take care! You are an awesome person who gives alot, give yourself a break! Love ya girl! -- Carol Loupe 11/15 10:20 AM Girl, I think you look awesome! Just enjoy life, get pregnant then get back on track. Ya know what needs to be done on the WLS track ...so get on with making that baby... if not "practice makes perfect" have fun trying *LOL* Thank goodness for WLS, and friends at obesityhelp.com. ~amen~ -- Debby Collier 11/03 12:57 PM When you count out those sizes...they go 24 / 22 / 20 / 18 / 16 / 14 /...That's 6 sizes difference. How do you like your Doudenalswitch? I am going to have one myself. Leslie E. -- Leslie Elwood 10/22 10:01 AM Happy ONE Year Anniversary to You! I hope that this post finds you healthy and happy. Please remember to drop by and update your profile from time to time. It's important for others to be able to see how we post-ops do on our journeys. You never know who you might inspire. Have a great day. -- Becca K 10/22 04:48 AM Oh how a year flys by! Happy ONE Year Anniversary to You! You are such an inspiration to all who know you. I love to read your posts and hope you continue to post. Have a great trip to Poland. Go fly the happy skys and have a ball! Let us know about it upon your return.Have a great day today and always. You look great and you're doing fantastic. Hugs -- cinda g 10/21 11:34 AM WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO YOU!!!! YOU HAVE DONE SUCH A SUPERIOR JOB WITH YOUR DIET AND WEIGHT LOSS, YOU ARE AN INSPIRATIONS TO US ALL. KEEP UP THE GOOD FIGHT. -- DOUG "clown pants" 10/21 11:24 AM HAPPY REBIRTHDAY !!!!!!!!!!!!! -- Mary Hughes -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/21 11:09 AM What about your picture with me from Saturday? Gee now I am sad... :) -- Becca K -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/18 07:03 PM HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! Wishing you congrats on 1 year!!!! I enjoy your posts on the board! ENJOY YOUR TRIP....Sounds like a blast!!!! TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!! :-) | -- Bernadette H 09/17 04:36 PM (((((((((((( Lee Anne))))))))))))) :) -- Vickie Linke 08/21 10:15 AM LeeAnne!!! You look INCREDIBLE! Love the new pic! Lisa -- Lisa Harrington 08/20 03:05 AM Lee Anne, I hope how soon you can come to the board and announce you are with child!! I also hope it will be a lil' girl :) I am rootin for ya hon!!! Hugsssss, Teann ^j^ -- Teann Smallwood,RN 08/19 06:19 PM OUCH!! Baking soda baths help, too. I was reading your post and was so afraid you were going to say you were allergic. I thank God that wasn't the case. Hope you feel better soon. How is the group, post something, tell us! God be with you. PEACE -- Karen B 08/18 08:52 PM OUCH!!! hornets are mean little boogers. i'm glad you are ok. and congrats on doing the singing thing you've always wanted to do. you're in my thoughts. blessed be~ -- kasi harris 08/18 12:14 PM Lee Anne – I’m praising the Lord with you! So good to hear about your new part-time job - REACH FOR YOUR DREAMS! -- Debbie Ann -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 08/16 02:33 PM I just wanted to tell you how proud I am that you are taking a big step and reaching for a dream you have always had. I wish you all the best, Lee Anne and I want to be in the audience at your first performance at Carnegie Hall! PEACE -- Karen B -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 08/08 10:34 AM Lee Anne, I think you already look like Meryl Streep in her soft prettiness of her Out of Africa film! Beautiful! -- Kyla Myers 07/29 09:27 AM Lee Anne, Have a GREAT vacation, you skinny chick! Don't loose too much $MONEY$ and enjoy "sin city" LOL Joellen Hollingsworth -- Joellen Hollingswort 07/28 09:38 AM Lee Anne~~~~~~~~I just wanted to let you know I admire you for all the things that you do for all of us on ObesityHelp.com. I pray that God blesses you abundantly, my Dear. Anne story just breaks my heart, if you know of any thing I can do to help, let me know please. God be with you. PEACE -- Karen Byers 07/25 10:42 PM Dear LeeAnne, You look MAHVELOUS!!!! WOW, what a hottie.. lol You should be VERY proud of yourself! Hugs -- Betty W 07/25 08:07 PM Dear Lee Anne~~~~Your photo is great; you are just too cute. CONGRATULATIONS on all your hard work. Be well, be happy, be blessed. -- LORRAINE KRUK 07/25 03:35 PM WoooHooo HOT MAMA!!!! You look AMAZING!!!! You should be sooo proud of yourself. Way to GO!!! -- Deanna Krohlow 07/19 04:54 AM Congratulations to you for getting under that dreaded 200 lbs weight!!!!! Isn't it a wonderful feeling? Keep up the good work and keep on posting!! I enjoy your post very much! -- Nancy Wilson 07/18 07:30 PM hey sweetie- congrats on being below 200! Your family will all be back together soon to celebrate with you. much love, -- Karen Lichty 07/11 12:51 PM Hi Lee Anne; I braided the hair on my toes, does THAT count?? LOL. Best of luck to you.~hugz~ -- Elizabeth K. 07/02 11:56 AM Lee Anne, please please please never stop taking your meds without your doctor's knowledge. I did that last September thinking I was 'okay' after years of taking them. WRONG! I almost left the earth at my own hands. I quickly got back on them, and I'm still here. Bless your heart but here's a boot in your wee heiny and a reminder to take your meds girl! love and hugs -- Traci Bell 07/02 06:04 AM Hi LeeAnne Hang in there honey. I've been there. I know how hard it is to try and get out of the pit of dispare. You are a fantastic person and someone the world would miss. I think God wants you here a little longer or he would not have made you hit the submit button. We care. Angela in Canada 449lbs BMI 70.3 -30lbs Post-op 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 -- Angela Carrington 07/01 11:59 PM Lee Ann: I am glad that you did push the submit button because this way we all get to pray for you. But don't worry. When you are weak, he is strong. Also, weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning. I know that you are going to be fine because you are never alone. You are in the company of so many that care about you and you are in the care of the Good Shepherd. It will be all over in the morning. Be blessed and know that it is ok to sometimes have a down day but it is never ok to suffer alone. -- Cynthia Galvin 07/01 09:40 PM Oh Lee Anne, What can we do to help? You have always been such a uplifting person to us all... we circle the wagons around YOU now...Tell us how to help. You seem to have lost your way, look carefully and you will see we are all standing on the path so you can get back! I have sent you picture for you to print out. Please do so, post it by your mirror each day remember, each day God gives us is a new one, with a new start. The past is behind you, the future is before you. Each mistake is a living lesson, learn from it, but go on. Let mistakes be the past, and hope the future. Remember this too shall pass to a brighter day. You will be in my prayers each day. Tami -- Tami D. 07/01 02:04 PM Lee Anne, I am so sorry to hear about how you are feeling so depressed. You have been such an inspiration to me, and I know, to others on this site. I guess sometimes we think that the ones who have made it through the insurance fight, the waiting, and finally, actually losing some weight, are the lucky ones. That after you make it that far, life will be GRAND . Sometimes I don't realize how much stress "real-life" has to offer. For the past 2 months I have been in a haze of doctors visits, insurance worries and playing the waiting-game. I have almost put my "real-life" on hold just for this surgery. I haven't dealt with many of my normal issues because they have all gone to the backburner because of my quest for my Open RNY. I just hope you realize how much you mean to the people on this site. We all love you and we love seeing your face on the message board. You always have something good to share with us. Please don't feel bad about pleaing for sympathy. You are human, girl!!!! You have been such an inspiration to all of us, and to me especially. Please talk to someone about how you are feeling. Please, please, please!!! I'm praying for you. Hugs&Love -- Leigh Henson 07/01 01:09 PM LeeAnn, Oh please know that all your brothers and sisters on the AMOS boards are praying for you right now. I know that some days it is overwhelming, but please just take a deep breath, talk to your Savior, that loves you so much and know that there are lots of people who care about you. I'm just the least of them. Pastor Kay -- S. Kay Smith 07/01 12:26 PM Oh Lee Anne ~ please know that I am praying for you. It seems when you're overweight that it's the only thing making you depressed and angry. Once the weight is gone, the rest of the world becomes more apparent - you can't blame the weight anymore. I just want you to know that I am here for you, if you ever need a shoulder to cry on. Do you know that the shoulder is the most important part of your body? Without it, you couldn't comfort friends in their time of need. We all like to appear strong but, you know what? It actually makes you STRONGER if you admit you're unhappy and ask for help. That is something I've discovered in my journey. Be blessed Lee Anne for God loves you and will take care of you!! Again, if you need anything, just e-mail me. Love and Hugs! † -- Karen Barnes 07/01 11:54 AM Come on Lee Anne, snap out of it woman, you have SO MUCH TO LIVE FOR! You know I love you, and your post made me cry. Remember to thank the Lord for the good things in your life and stop sweating the small stuff. About your commute to work it's a pain I know, but at least you can work, I cannot because of my disabilities. The money.. hmmm Sit down and work out a feasible budget, I'm on a fixed income, and I am also always concerned about money. But somehow I manage to keep a roof over my head, I'm also single so It's ALL ON ME! Honey God don't want you yet, he has better things in store for you, your numbers not up yet!! YOU have been such an inspiration to me, taught me things, listened to me, laughed with me, I for one would be lost without you ILY,MY FRIEND!! -- Vickie Linke 07/01 11:38 AM Lee Anne I am so sorry to hear that you are having a hard time. I didn't know that you were feeling this way. I wish that I knew what to say but I hope that you know that you have alot of friends on here that care about you very much. Please know if you need to vent, yell, scream or just a shoulder to cry on you can talk to me. {{Hugs}} -- Becca Kauffman 06/21 06:18 AM Under 200 lbs? Say it IS so? A birdy told me this could be true! Congrats! When was the last time you got on a scale and it said 1-anything?? You Go Girl! Luv Ya! -- Kristin Ritter 06/20 09:32 PM Thank you so much for your post and your support it is very kind and much appreciated. -- rachael lindley 06/19 04:28 AM LOVE THE FUNNY PUNNY'S! -- Nancy Wilson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 06/14 03:42 PM you might try claritin redi tabs. they melt on your tongue and will not pass. Good luck. -- Jamie Vetter -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 06/13 12:28 PM Lee Anne; your posting about the undies made me chuckle. That must be a good feeling. I can't wait to get rid of all my big ole bloomers! :O) -- Elizabeth K. 06/01 05:41 AM Hey- Before surgery I showed on labs that I had a fatty liver. I was always told that it is not that big of a deal. My endo told me that weightloss helps but sometimes it is just how you body is made. My levels have gotten better but are still on the high side. I know that you too have had surgery so I wouldn't really worry to much about it. I know I am not right now. -- jenna fleming 05/30 08:09 PM Dear Lee Anne~~~You will be in my prayers. We all have concerns in our lives other than our ability to eat to live. I hope you will be able to deal with yours. May God continue to watch over you. Be well, be happy, be blessed. -- LORRAINE KRUK 05/30 02:20 PM This is more a question then a comment, but... I know that you are on the site alot and I was wondering if you knew where Debbie Jeffries went?? Or do I just not recognize her??:-) I love reading both of your post but don't every see hers anymore. -- jenna fleming 05/28 10:20 AM Lee Anne - just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy reading your posts! You are such an upbeat person, and your beautiful picture always makes me smile! Congrats on your major loss of inches!!! Have a great day! God bless! -- Wendy Houlahan 05/21 06:05 AM LeeAnne, I just wanted to let you know how much I look forward to reading your posts every day (and seeing your smiling face!). You are quite an inspiration, and I hated to see that you were down about people not acknowledging your posts. Hang in there, things will get better, and keep posting hun, we'd miss you if you stopped! Lisa -- Lisa Harrington 05/21 03:33 AM Lee Anne, Good Morning - just a short note to say I've read your post this morning (as I do every day). Since silence is not always golden, I thought I'd better take a moment to verbally support you in your moments of difficulties, as you give strength to us on a regular basis. Take heart, this too shall pass. Stay well and take care of yourself. "Nana" Sharon -- Sharon W 05/17 06:55 AM Lee Anne, You are such an inspiration and positive role model on here. Thank you for fll your kind words on the message board and your strong words about the S in AMOS. Often people need to be reminded of it. You are doing a wonderful job encouraging people to sign other's pages. I know what a difference it makes in my day every time just one person adds something. Keep up the good work and take care of you. Hugs, -- Tanya F. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 05/15 01:59 PM I'm at nearly 7 months post-operation. I'm floating around 200 pounds after starting at 265ish. I'm in a size 16 from a size 24. It has definitely slowed down, but I know why. Once in awhile I eat items that are ont healthy. If I were to work out more often and eat better choices, I would be nearly done. I am loving the support from this website. Some days are better than others. The fruit salad of AMOS, does have some apples that could use lemon juice so they don't go brown and pooey. Later... -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 05/14 09:46 PM Hey LeeAnne, So glad that you're staying on the board on a permanent basis. You are truly my favorite person to see on the screen...when I see your face, my face lights up. I promise tomorrow...when I'm more awake, that I will get in to sign people's surgery pages! I may have met you through this site...but you're a blessing! Please stay forever! Your knowledge and your battles have and will prove more valuable than you could ever imagine! -- Kristin Ritter 05/10 04:10 AM LEE ANNE!!!!! DON'T YOU DARE LEAVE THIS BOARD!! YOU ARE ONE OF THE BEST ON HERE. I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR POSTINGS ALL THE TIME. THANK YOU FOR REMINDING US TO SIGN SURGERY PAGES. I THINK THAT IS SOOOOO IMPORTANT. BY THE WAY, YOU CAN MENTION MY NAME ANYTIME, I TAKE IT AS A COMPLIMENT!!!! -- Nancy Wilson 05/09 05:56 PM Lee Ann, Please dont' let the comments of someone who is rude or mean spirited drive you away...If you do then the rest of us will suffer. I personally enjoy your upbeat posts. I NEED your upbeat posts! You have also inspired me to start posting well wishes to others. Good should always triumph!! With much thanks and best wishes!! Karen P.S. How do you post to multiple pages? -- Karen Dittman 05/09 05:54 PM LEE ANNE~~ I'M NOT SURE WHAT'S GOING ON...BUT, I REALLY APPRECIATED HOW YOU UPDATED THE PAGES THAT NEEDED SOME "S" AND POSTED THEM TO THE MESSAGE BOARD.... A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE NOT NAVIGATING THE SITE AND ONLY POST MESSAGES WHEN THERE'S AN "ANGEL" REQUEST ON THE BOARD... SO THEN THE PEOPLE THAT DIDN'T HAVE AN ANGEL WEREN'T GETTING MUCH SUPPORT.... I KNOW THAT YOU WERE SPENDING A LOT OF TIME AND ENERGY JUST TO MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE GOT SOME SUPPORT~~ I DON'T KNOW WHY ANYONE WOULD EVEN SAY ANYTHING EVEN IF IT DID UPSET THEM~~AND WHY WOULD IT UPSET ANYONE?? YOU HANG IN THERE AND WE HOPE THAT YOU ARE BACK ON THE BOARD BRINGING YOUR RAY OF SUNSHINE TO SO MANY~~~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. Finding ways for your wishes and dreams to come true. Giving you hope that is as certain as the sun. Giving you the strength of serenity as your guide. May you always have love and comfort and courage. May you always have an Angel by your side. Someone there to catch you if you fall, Encouraging your dreams, Inspiring your happiness, Holding your hand and helping you through it all. -- Sharon Neva 05/09 02:16 PM LeeAnne, You're right about the internet being a free place...and if someone said something derrogatory to you, or deleted an apology...well, that is certainly their right to do so. Regardless, you are a cheerleader for the masses, and obviously many appreciate what you take the time to do for others. I would suggest that whatever it is, you don't take it personal (even if it was intended so)...you can't be all things to all people...so what if you missed one of 1000....there are still 999 who love and appreciate you. That person no doubt knows that you are sensitive...and it's only a game if YOU play. Just keep on being you. Charlene -- Charlene B. 05/09 02:02 PM Please don't go away! There are so many of us here that truly love your support, opinions (good and bad), your happy smile, etc. You are truly an asset to this website....Don't Go! hugs Donna p.s. I tried to send you an email directly and it came back????? -- Donna Jeffrey 05/08 10:11 AM Lee Anne, You've been so kind to me and everyone else on the board. I vote that you include a different picture on all of your profiles because I LOVE to see your smily face on the message board. You're an inspiration and a truly amazing woman. Take care of yourself~ -- Kristin Ritter 05/07 08:05 AM Wow! to the half way point already!! congrats Lee Anne, you look fabulous! -- Traci Bell 05/01 04:51 PM LeeAnne, I had to look at your profile to see what you hair looked like before, I must say you look really great with short hair. I am cutting mine off in a few weeks and it will be really short too. YOU LOOK GREAT! Suzanne -- suzanne s 04/29 11:51 AM Lee Anne, Congratulations on hitting the "under 200" landmark. Keep up the excellent work. BTW, love the haircut.cj -- Carla Johnson 04/28 02:07 PM Dear Lee Anne~~~~I wanted to wish you all the best this weekend. I love reading your posts, you are never at a loss for words on here. Just pretend you are talking to all of here that love you and you will do just fine. Let me know how you did. LOVE & PEACE Karen -- Karen Byers 04/23 05:30 AM Wow, Lee Anne! You look awesome, woman! I love your new short haircut, too! -- Kyla Myers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 04/22 03:04 PM Lee Anne, WOWWWWWW!!Lookin gooooood, love the haircut.cj -- Carla Johnson -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 03/12 02:50 PM Well, I think that I am four and a half months post op and down 50 pounds... That is more than 10 pounds a month, so that is a wonderful blessing. I'm wavering at between a size 18 and 16, after starting at a 24. I'm *not* eating as well as I could be, but then that is one of the reasons' I chose my specific type of surgery. I knew that it would work whether or not I did. Well, it will work better, if I cooperate. I would like to lose 50 more pounds. With all the changes in my life, it's hard to jump start. We moved March 2nd. I bought a new car on the 10th of February. My husband has had some business trips in the middle of all this. I've been incredibly stressed. My face is all broken out. My hair is still thinning and I finally found my special hair stuff that was packed. Hopefully that will make some sort of difference. I really need to get a new picture posted. This surgery is a gift, I'm so blessed and thankful. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 02/20 10:44 PM Lee Ann, what a beautiful poem, thanks for sharing, it's going to the hospital with me! You look like your doing great, hope I do half as well. Hugs to you, Dolores -- Dolores Miller 02/07 08:43 PM Hello Lee Anne~~~~I enjoy reading your posts, thanks for your support. I moved four times in six months last year! So I understand the angst about unpacking by yourself. Good luck with your move. Call your friends over and have an unpacking party! I did that once and my friend did my whole kitchen! It was wonderful. PEACE karen byers -- Karen Byers 02/07 06:46 PM Dear Lee Anne; Think of all the "new beginnings" you've had recently. This move you're going to make is simply another "new beginning". I love fresh starts and the new friends you're going to make will never know the old you, only the new you, (unless you tell them which is neat because you have that choice). Find a good church in your new town and make friends there. That way you won't be so lonely and maybe they'll help you unpack. God Bless; Debra -- Debra Spatafore -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 02/07 03:39 PM I read some more of my surgery page. Boy, what a blessing the notes are from people. When you see that bright blue post or link for someone's surgery page... please click on it, and wish them well. At this point, I'm really concerned about my hair. Not only because of surgery but because of stress. My husband is going to be out of the country shortly after we move and I'm panicked. I already hate to move, but the unpacking by myself is really going to stink. Speaking of stink, I do have gas quite regularly... but my husband has taken up smoking cigarettes. YIPPEE not. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 02/07 05:16 AM Lee Ann- I just wanted to say THANK YOU for being so HELPFUL!! I appreciate it alot!!! Your a sweet.... person!! Thanks agaiN! -- Ami Moulton 01/25 01:21 PM Hi LeeAnne!! Reading the message board and saw your picture. Boy DO YOU LOOK GREAT!!!!!!! Just wanted to let ya know. I don't post but once in a blue moon but read as often as possible. Hugs, Karen -- Karen Burt -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 01/21 01:26 PM So at 13 weeks post-op... or 3 months. Am I happy that I had the surgery? Yes. Am I pleased with the results? Not really. I'm impatient. BUT I remind myself of the reason I had the surgery. To restrict my intake, and create malabsorption if I made poor choices. I know that the tool will work better if I didn't make poor choices. I'm down about 40 pounds. I've got a new picture up, so that shows some of the results. I've got a new picture on my profile of my family. I'm still dealing with my overwhelmed life. We are having problems financing the place we want because it's rural. That is a high risk. We don't have a ton down. So the types of programs we can use are limited, plus our credit isn't perfect. ARGH. I'm off today for MLK... we were going to the mountain and go intertubing, but the weather makes it unsafe to drive. Some other time, I hope. Anyway, because I can... I'm going to take a nap. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 01/20 09:05 PM *OMG* Lee Anne, I just saw your new pic! You look so skinny!!! I wouldn't have recognised you if I hadn't seen your name. Wow.... -- Kyla Myers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12/26 01:24 PM Happy Day after Christmas! Happy New Year! AND my ten year anniversary is the 4th of January. I'm not to where I want to be at this point, (IN fact, I'm SO slow, I'm a bit depressed about it!) so we'll be postponing a trip to Hawaii until I'm in better shape. I'm still SO very tired. My hair is shedding more than normal. I'm VERY happy (try overwhelmed) with doing college online, working full time, packing to move, and life in general. I'm hoping that I'll up the voltage on my vitamins, trim some carbs here and make some headway with this weight loss. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12/18 07:25 AM Dear Lee Anne, hang in there..after you lose more weight you will see the whole picture..just remember that is weight gone forever..not a diet..it's gone..goodbye! I'm thinking of you and yes you do need to remember everyone loses at their own rate. Merry Christmas and just go with the flow. -- Karen Renee Mangham -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11/13 01:18 PM Just over three weeks post op and eating 'normal' foods. I had some popcorn last night. Watermelon and cottage cheese for lunch. I'm thrilled. I don't know my current weight loss, but I do see my surgeon on the 15th. I am VERY tired. I want to take a nap while I'm at work. I know that wouldn't go over too well. Would I do this again? Yes. Do I wish that I had done it sooner? Yes, but I know that God's timing is perfect. I'll post after my meeting with the surgeon. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11/07 06:33 AM Dear Lee Anne, I'm so glad to hear you are doing well and back at work! I have been thinking about you and of course praying for your speedy recovery. G-d Bless and take Care. -- Karen Renee Mangham 11/06 03:13 PM Hey girlfriend. I've been off the board for weeks and the very first thing I did was check your surgery page. You are the bomb. I am so happy for you. In a few months, you are going to be flying high. It's the best. For now go easy on yourself, get to email when you can. WOO HOO!!!! -- Kathryn Canges 10/30 09:17 AM LeeAnne, I am so happy for you. I know you had quite an ordeal getting approval. You are such an inspiration to so many of us on our own journey. CONGRATULATIONS! -- Lynda Turpin 10/29 10:49 AM Hi Lee Anne, I'm so glad to hear that you are doing so well! -- Kathleen Fetner -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/28 06:40 PM Hey, It's actually me! It is me and I am typing my own update. I am home, took a nap in my waterbed, wow. I shouldn't not have been afraid of it at all. Maybe just the getting out, but I was able to sleep on my side! WOW. Unofficial numbers. I was 260 pounds at my pre-op appointment Thursday the 18th. I weighed myself at my mom's house and I was under 240! That is 20 pounds in a week! 20 pounds! WOO HOO.I've got tons of emails and egroups to catch up on... I hope that you are all doing well. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/28 09:15 AM Lee Anne, CATS can do that...they can read minds, they know to bother you when you don't want them too!!! And each day will get better and better. You are tired, because a physician went in and re-arranged your inners. Rest and your energy will increase. It is good to have MOM there, Bill and the rest of the family. You have a great support system and a positive healing flow from them. My prayers continue with you, that you get better as each day passes. We need you back online!! I am so happy and proud of you~~Love and Peace~~Irene -- Irene Hayes-Oliveras 10/27 06:38 PM Lee Anne, I'm sure the fatigue will gradually go away, and you'll start having great energy. Your hubby has been good about posting...thanks, Bill! And don't hate that poor kitty forever...he/she probably just wanted to get close to you (sorry, I'm a cat person). Godspeed with your recovery! Hugs, Joy -- Joy M. 10/27 02:11 PM WOOOOOHOOOOOO LEE ANN~! You did it...I best you just LOVE all the inside information your DH is sharing with us. I must say he is a silly one...I am glad things are going great for you and just remember YOU DESERVE THIS~! I can't wait to see ya back...Huge Hugs...LOVE THOSE GUTS~ Deanna -- Deanna Trujillo 10/26 09:54 PM hi leeanne! i am so glad ur surgery was successful & u r 'home'. i have had a few abdominal surgeries so i can imagine what u r going thru. i would like to tell u tho...dont let ur body intimidate u. do whatever is necessary to get u thru the healing process & on the road to excellent health & long life. & remember...ur mom was cleaning ur butt from day one for years. its wonderful of her to be willing to do it now so many years later. she deserves a special kiss & hug from u. god bless u. -- sheryl titone 10/26 09:14 PM Lee Anne, glad to hear that you are home...Celebrate your triumphs. for you deserve it...Love you and take care...I give you peace~~Irene -- Irene Hayes-Oliveras -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/26 09:10 PM This is Bill, Lee Anne's husband. She is staying at her mom and dads house still. Our place is a two story and we have a water bed and she is still a little afraid of both of them right now. She hasn't touched a computer for a while, so she is way behind on e-mail and such. She is having a hard time being active. She is very tired most of the time. It's been a little tough for her to have her mom taking care of her (i.e. wipeing her butt and such) (it's humbleing for her). The cat jumped on the bed the other night and scared the CRAP out of her. I mean literally .. she had to change the bed sheets after that. Now she hates the cat. She had cottage cheese this morning, She hasn't had the gutts to try the puree foods yet. She appreciates any and all prayers for her quick recovery. -- Lee Anne Krause -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/26 07:15 PM Lee Anne: Congratulations on your new LIFE! I'm glad you made it through safely. Once again I would like to thank you for providing me with sample appeal letters for my insurance company. Take good care of yourself honey. ~HUGS~ -- 10/26 01:36 PM LeeAnn: So glad to hear you made it through all right and are a-ok! :):) I haven't been on the DS list or here much because I'm modemless in Beulah, Mi... I get into my brothers about once a week here in Traverse City and then I can read my e-mail. You have been in my thoughts and prayers and I was anxious to hear word about your surgery. :):) Keep the faith, take it slow and easy and may you have a wonderful recovery without any complications! :):) {{{{Big Hugs}}}} All the best --- (lap DS with gallbladder removal, January 25, 2001, Dr. Gagner/Mt. Sinai, NYC), -- Teresa Noverr-Chin -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/25 07:12 PM Unofficial Angel reporting on our Lee Anne. She is home! She came home last night, and is relaxing at mom's house. I'm sure she is getting the greatest care, only a mom can give. She is doing well, in a bit of pain, but overall doing great. Hooray Lee Anne! You did it! Love, Annie -- Anne Courchane -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/24 03:19 PM Lee Anne, Glad to hear you're doing so well. I miss seeing your pretty face on the message board and look forward to an update as soon as you're up to it. -- Georgia Saverud 10/24 12:55 PM Lee Ann, Way to go girl!! Congratulations on your successful surgery. I look forward to hearing from you at the message board once you are home and feeling better. -- Jan S. 10/24 12:00 PM Lee Anne WOW from what I read you are doing GREAT. Keep up the great work and great spirit. I was very pleased to hear it went so well for you I know what a long hard battle it has been. God bless you! Keep The Faith! Pamela -- Pamela G 10/24 11:48 AM Hi LeeAnne! Glad to hear you are on the other side and that everything is going okay. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I look forward to hearing more of everything that happened and finding out what exactly the scarpantino thing is (or whatever it is called). Hugs to you! -- Kris J -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/24 09:47 AM Angel dipping down to make a happy announcement. Lee Anne has passed her leak test. I visited her for a short time in the hospital and she looked great. She should be going home today. Congratulations and speedy recovery Lee Anne. -- Sheryl Nevins -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/23 11:10 PM Lee Anne I am so happy to read all the posts telling us that you are doing so well! Remember: racing in the hospital hallways limited to night shift only. Hope you will be home soon -- Mary Ann Coon 10/23 05:32 PM Lee Anne, So glad to hear that you are doing well. Looking forward to your post-op posts. Terri Aull -- Terri Aull -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/23 03:05 PM Hi Everybody!! I'm not LeeAnne's Angel, but I just spoke with her on the phone and she sounds AWESOME!!WAY TO GO, LEEANNE!!MEGA MUAHS!!! -- LIZA BRANCH -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/23 09:07 AM lee Anne welcome to the losing side. May angels continue to protect you, your DH and your son during this recovery time. Keep flying high...Amanda -- Amanda Sharp 10/23 05:56 AM YAY LeeAnne!!! Congrats on the beginning of your new life. I am so happy for you. Keep us posted on your progress. Feel better soon and walk, walk, walk :) -- cinda g 10/23 01:26 AM Dear Lee Anne, Congrats!!!!!Welome to the other side.I have followed your posts from the start,and your day is here !!!!!!!!!Lots of walking and deep breaths are in order now.We are truely blessed to have this weight loss tool. It will be a pleasure to watch your progress in the coming months.:) -- Carol Fant 10/22 11:33 PM wooohoooo leeanne! u fought a long hard battle & won the war. i hope u have a very speedy recovery & enjoy the road to ur new life. -- sheryl titone 10/22 08:23 PM Lee Ann, A big HIGH FIVE!!!! You go girl! Hope you are recovering quickly, and happy losing! {HUGS} PAM -- Pamela Spencer 10/22 08:11 PM Lee Anne, well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. God bless you. -- Gloria H 10/22 08:04 PM Lee Anne, YAY! I am so happy for you! I really admire you. You are a very determined woman who fought for yourself and won! You should be very proud of yourself! Now get to walking the halls! Hugs & Smooches! -- Carla Arcand 10/22 07:02 PM WOO HOO Lee Anne!!!!!!! I am sooooooooo happy for you and I know you have to be thrilled, (well you will be in a few days anyway...LOL) I pray that the Lord keep His arms wrapped tight around you til you are your old (new) self again. Love Ya! -- Patricia Compton 10/22 06:45 PM Lee Anne, Nice going. Hurry back to the message page-- we miss you already. God Bless, Diane -- Diane Dingus 10/22 06:21 PM Good Luck Lee Ann.. and welcome to the losing side..... -- Debra Lawrence 10/22 06:19 PM Congrats Lee Anne!! You made it Woman!! AMEN...AMEN....AMEN........ GOD BLESS ANNE KIRBY -- Anne Kirby 10/22 06:16 PM LeeAnne, Congrats on your surgery being a success. Praying that you will have a speedy recovery. All the best to you, Jackie -- Jackie Eyrikson 10/22 05:59 PM Le Ann .. so happy for you .. I pray you have the very fastest recovery with all the delays you have had to get where you are you should zoom now to a full recovery .. -- SONIA DAVILA 10/22 05:19 PM Hip, Hip Horray...Lee Anne, you have done it!! WOW, your journey has added another PLUS to the positive and other side. I was out of town for your surgery and away from a computer, but, I was with you in spirit and I am so happppy that you have made it through WLS safely. My prayers continue for a speedy recovery. I love you Lee Anne!!~~Irene -- Irene Hayes-Oliveras 10/22 05:15 PM I've been following Lee Ann's story and I'm so happy for this day to come for her! Congrats Lee Ann..I wish you the best! -- Pamela Pritchert -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/22 04:08 PM Congratulation's LeeAnn!! You made it, so glad to hear your doing well and came through just fine. Go get em girl!! Take the tiger by the tail!! It's now your game to win.. God be with you these next days , protecting you, comforting you, soothing you, loving you, healing you. -- Betty Cloud -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/22 03:03 PM YIPEE!! YOU MADE IT!!! I'm so happy to hear you're on the other side. I can't wait to hear from you again. My thoughts and love are with you through this journey. Much love,Muah Liza! -- LIZA BRANCH -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/22 02:21 PM Angel swooping in for an update. Trumpet sounding Lee Ann is now offically on the other side. Her surgeon said that all went well and she is now in recovery. She should be in her own room by this afternoon. Welcome to the losing side Lee Anne. -- Sheryl Nevins -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10/22 11:47 AM Best wishes for a complication free procedure, a speedy recovery, successful weight loss, and life long good health and happiness. You are in my thoughts and prayers. -- Toni Treadway 10/22 07:53 AM Lee Anne: Well, today's the day! You'll soon be on your way to a healthier, happier life! -- Maryellen Woods 10/22 07:15 AM Hi Lee Anne, God bless you with your surgery today, May he be with you and your surgeon, And the angels are watching over you. You will do good and will be joining the rest of us, with our new life. May you have a speedy recovery. Love and prayers, Peggy -- Peggy Green 10/22 06:29 AM May God bless you and your family in this time of greatest change in your life. You have been a great WLS friend of mine, and I look forward to continued talks with you. Now, we can talk about all of your losses, pounds and inches! Don't forget to walk in the hospital and when you get home. Big help. Drink that water too! Take care, and God bless, Annie -- Anne Courchane 10/22 06:02 AM Lee Ann, I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you today. I hope everything went as planned and you were able to discuss your concerns with your surgeon prior to going in. I'm wishing you a speedy recovery and I look forward to hearing from you again, post-op. -- Jan S. 10/22 05:09 AM I am soooooo happy for you. You've been through so much and this you deserve. Remember to WALK, WALK, and WALK some more! -- Jennifer Ceville 10/22 05:07 AM Lee Anne... You are in my thoughts today. I know you'll be just fine kiddo! You have come SUCH a long way! I'll keep you in my prayers until we hear from you. May God guide your surgeon's hands today. your friend, Helen -- Helena R. 10/21 10:01 PM Lee Anne: Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow, and wishing you a speedy recovery. -- Victoria Bowen 10/21 09:23 PM Best of luck, my prayers are with you. -- patricia pope 10/21 08:24 PM Lee Anne~~good luck on your surgery, you have been such an inspiration to us all here at AMOS. I know what ever surgery you decide to do will go smooth for you. Cindy Weith, Eaton, Ohio -- Cindy Weith 10/21 08:24 PM LeeAnne- It was great speaking with you on the phone today. I can't wait to hear from you again, once you are on the losing side!! I will have you in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow. Just relax and take it easy. It will all be over with before you know it and you will be shedding the pounds.MEGA HUGS AND MUAH!!!Your friend, Liza Branch -- LIZA BRANCH 10/21 07:44 PM Lee Anne, You will be in my thoughts tomorrow. I hope everything goes super smooth and that your recovery will be rapid and healthy. I will be anxiously waiting for posts from your angels. Your friend, -- Vickie Critten 10/21 07:19 PM My tho