Tamra S.

Send Message

Block

Add Friend

Cyndi C. 23 years, 3 months ago

Tamra...I loved your post this morning....you took the words right out of my head! I've been trying to figure out a way to say those things without making a lot of people upset, or angry, thinking I wasn't being supportive! But, when you see people complaining that they're not losing weight, and their hair is falling out, and then they say "I know I'm not getting enough protein, I know I'm not walking enough, I know I'm not drinking enough water, I can eat Krispy Kreme doughnuts!" etc, sorry, but I don't feel very supportive! Compared to the ones who are doing everything right and struggling thru a plateau, now that's tough! We just need to be adults, and be responsible for our decisions. From watching my brothers, and the other successful people on the board, if you follow the rules, it's virtually a guarantee that you'll be successful! Good luck to you all! IT'S A GOOD LIFE!

Sharon Neva 23 years, 3 months ago

TAMRA~~ Great post today. You're right~ it's still about our choices. I have decided that I am going to dump if I try something I shouldn't (like candy or a cookie) and I don't even want to try it to see if it does or doesn't (in fact, I'm afraid that it won't and I don't want to know that)... thanks for the post, people have to be reminded that WLS is not a miracle cure that means that you don't have to work on it at all. WEIGH TO GO!

JC C. 23 years, 3 months ago

Tamra - Right now things are just seemingly overwhelming. Taking each ordeal separately, they'd be less likely to create such turmoil. Joan Baez said "Action is the antidote to despair" and that's what I do when I think things are our of control. I work on what I can, accept the limitations of those I can't control and then let the rest go. As my friend Susan and I were saying yesterday, this is life on the scenic route... humility, patience and a very happy countenance will carry you through. You are not alone out there in Alaska. There's a whole group of people that care and are keeping you in their thoughts. Go stand in front of the mirror and smile at the lady looking back. I'll bet she smiles back. Jenny

Denise W. 23 years, 3 months ago

Tamra, please know that you are lovingly being thought of. Asking God to bless you with His comfort, and to lift your spirits even as you read this. You are SO precious to Him. I often turn to 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. I like that "plans to give you hope" part, for He knows we sure are going to be needin’ lots of it, aren’t we? Take care

Sharon Neva 23 years, 3 months ago

TAMRA~~ SORRY THAT YOU'RE FEELING SO DOWN TODAY~~ TOMORROW'S A NEW DAY, HOPE IT BRINGS YOU SUNSHINE AND LAUGHTER~~ May the world hug you today with its warmth, and love.....Pray it whispers a joyful tune in your heart.....And may the wind carry a voice that tells you there is a friend sitting in another corner of the world wishing you well!~~

Boopster 23 years, 3 months ago

Tamra, I just saw your post... It hit so close to home, I was just up talking to my husband about my upcoming surgery... Is this the right thing for me to do??.. Couldn't I lose the weight on my own?? Will I have complications??? can I drink enough water so I don't damage my kidneys???? Always at night the doubts start creeping in.. I stuggle with depression anyway, will it be worse after surgery???? So how did I manage to get to weigh over 300lbs,must be what ever I am doing isn't working... Use to live in Alaska, back in 1967 lived in Tok Junction and Skagway. Hope to go back someday to see how it has changed. Wishing you all the best in plans for the future. Betty Wilson

Sharon Neva 23 years, 3 months ago

TAMRA~~ YOU'RE RIGHT...IT'S OK...I loved your post. That's exactly what this site is all about. You are an amazing person and an inspiration to us all with your positive comments.

kasi H. 23 years, 4 months ago

hey there ;-) i quit smoking 6 months ago after smoking for about 15 years. i just had to realy keep my hands busy. i taught myself to crochet and i ate cinnamin altoids. don't get me wrong....it was hard...but keeping my hands busy helped. whenever i felt the need i pulled out my crocet needles. i'm the proud owner of lots of scarves and dishrags and a non-smoker to boot. hehe. hope that helps.

mlwinn77 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi Tamra, I just wanted to congratulate you on the wonderful weight loss. I wish you much more continued success and much happiness.

Bernadette R. 23 years, 4 months ago

Hi Tamra - saw your email re sudden impact is it the film with Clint eastwood in? or another - and can you tell me what it was about that so inspired you regards