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Naes Wls J. 22 years, 9 months ago

~*~I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all.

Naes Wls J. 22 years, 9 months ago

~*~I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY~*~ I said a prayer for you today And know God must have heard- I felt the answer in my heart Although He spoke no word I didn't ask for wealth or fame, I knew you wouldn't mind, I asked Him to send treasures Of a far more lasting kind, I asked that He'd be near you At the start of each new day, To grant you health and blessings And friends to share your way. I asked for happiness for you In all things great and small, But it was for His loving care I prayed the most of all.

Dr.Marcy 22 years, 9 months ago

Hi Barbie!! Great for you! You're a real inspiration! I had to write when I read about Catherine's in Sunrise Mall. I live in Los Angeles now, but grew up in Carmichael and spent many days at Sunrise Mall-saw my first "r" rated film there. Ha Ha! Continued luck on you journey!!

Barbie B. 22 years, 9 months ago

Hi Everyone, Well, I am now 6 months post op and feeling pretty good. I went from a size 32 to 24 and even my 24's are getting big. I've lost 85 lbs and can't wait to see what another 6 months does to my body. My stomach , arms and inner thighs aren't exactly beautiful but you can't have everything. The good news is that my feet don't swell, I can keep up with my family, and I don't break blood vessels in my legs when I walk, dance, or stand for long periods of time. My asthma (bought on my allergies) is completely gone. I'M SO HAPPY!!!!! So far I haven't really focused on a strict diet. My entire family kind of eats the way we always did, but when it comes to potatoes, rice, pasta, I can only handle very small portions. I don't deny myself any food I want, because I know that small portions won't hurt me. I tend to enjoy cooking more and eating less. My husband may be getting a raw deal because anything I don't eat, I pass to him. I need to stop doing that to him. My hair is falling out. Luckily I had a lot of it, but it is annoying to look down at your shirt at any given time and find many strands of hair. Any suggestions? 3 Weeks ago I went clothes shopping for the first time. We went to Catherines (Large Sizes) in the Sunrise Mall. Everything I tried on was a size 30 and was way too big. When I went to JCPennys, I saw a beautiful silk suit (size 24) and didn't even think twice about it. My sister suggested I try it on and I told her "no way, it will never fit". Boy was I wrong. I not only bought the outfit, but I am getting ready to pass it on to a friend because I wore it last night and the pants almost fell down while I was dancing. Yippee!!!!! My husband and son have been so supportive of me, I can't even tell you how great they are. Let me see.....Knowing that I will feel sick if I drink while eating, I do it anyway. Then they have to hear me complain that I feel nauseous......Knowing that I can only eat a small portion, when they dish out the food and I don't get as much as them, I give them a hard time.......Knowing that I am always shedding my hair, I constantly ask my husband and son to remove the hair stuck to the back of my shirt before walking into a restaurant, grocery store, etc......I really don't know how they put up with me, but I sure am thankful. I love them so much. I know I have many things I need to do. I want to get a medical alert bracelet. I want to get in the habit of taking regular protein drinks. I want to make wiser food choices. I want to get a workout buddy who is also a member at my gym (Family Fitness/Orangevale). I am recommending this surgery to just about every person I know who has weight issues that stop them from living a normal life and feeling good about themselves.

Barbie B. 23 years, 3 months ago

Well she is in high spirits today and walking around alot but she is having a little problem with her asma and she is getting treatments for it but anyway she is feeling a little better and has no regrets about the surgery.

cindy 23 years, 3 months ago

Just read the posting from your son, you are a loser now, my thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery. God Bless

Barbie B. 23 years, 3 months ago

This is for Barbie This is her son and she had a successful surgery and is doing fine. She is a little tired and in a little pain but the drugs r taking care of her. She doesnt really want to see anyone right now but she wilil probably be more sociable by tomarrow well ill give you another update tomarow after i see her.

Linda B. 23 years, 3 months ago

Hello....wishing you all the best as your surgery date approaches. I hope everything at the hospital goes smoothly and that your recovery at home is speedy. May you reach all your personal goals. God Bless.

Tammy K. 23 years, 3 months ago

Good luck with your upcoming surgery and God bless for an uneventful recovery!! We are all pulling for you!!

NitaE 23 years, 3 months ago

"We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; We are spiritual beings having a human experience. We are- each of us- angels with only one wing, and can only fly embracing each other." Author Unknown Keep good thoughts and know that several thousand of us have gone through this surgery before you and have done fine. Email me with any questions or concerns you may have. Nita E- Lap RNY 8/29/02.