Kathy R.
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Justin F. 22 years, 10 months ago
Hi Kathy. Congrats and welcome to the losing side. I hope you are having a smooth recovery and best wishes on the rest of your journey.
Melissa S. 22 years, 10 months 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. 22 years, 10 months ago
Kathy - Best wishes for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. May God hold you and your surgery team in his precious hands.
Amy G. 22 years, 11 months ago
Kathy... best wishes on your journey! God bless you & may He keep you in His hands! :-)
Carla B. 22 years, 11 months ago
Hello Kathy, I am from Princeton, Wv and my surgery date is also June 23rd. I will be praying for you and please do the same for me. Keep me posted on how you do!!! Carla
Karen N. 22 years, 11 months ago
Best wishes and extra prayers for smooth surgery and recovery. A positive mental attitude is your best preparation! You'll do great with this life-saving tool!
Naes Wls J. 22 years, 11 months ago
Hi there, CONGRATULATIONS, you are on your way now. Best wishes to you on your wls. may you have a speedy recovery and NO complications what so ever. Hang in there and remember everyday is a blessing. ~~Huggybear hugs~~
Jillian C. 22 years, 11 months ago
I hope you have a safe and uneventful surgery. Please remember to take it easy the first few weeks. Sleep as much as you can, your body will need the rest. Don’t fret if you’re not able to get in all your protein the first couple of weeks….you will be able to catch up later. Sip as much water as you can, that is important. You will definitely go through the “why did I do this to myself” phase, I think we all go through that. After my surgery I thought “Gee, I focused on all the good stuff like being able to cross my legs, being able to go on ALL the rides at the amusement park and so on. I didn’t think about the things I wouldn’t be able to do. Like loading up a plate with food and happily eat it or being able to shove a forkful into my mouth and eat without thinking”. But know that it’s a temporary feeling and will go away in a day or two. Also know that after a while, eating a mound of food is a SILLY and harmful habit to miss. You will MOURN food! You may even cry over the loss….I did. I had just had a doctor visit and was in my car getting ready to leave. In the car next to me were two people stuffing Taco Bell into their faces (I don’t even care for Taco Bell) and I started crying like a baby. Then on the way home, I started to cry when I passed a McDonald’s and Burger King…it was a LONG ride home. But the next day, I was fine. One thing that’s been VERY helpful for me is the fact that I’m seeing a behavior modification therapist. I’m sure you’ve heard a million times that this surgery is a tool….and it’s true. You might have “head hunger” and you’ll have to control the grazing or you’ll get yourself in trouble. My therapist has really helped me deal with my old eating habits…it’s really worth it. OK, enough of my preaching. I know you’re nervous and EXCITED which is exactly normal! Have a SAFE trip to the losing side and take care of yourself!!! ~J
donnaa62 22 years, 11 months ago
Kathy may this journey bring you peace and a sense of well being.. I pray that it brings you the life that you always wanted to live.. His grace be with you and keep you on the path you have set your face toward. His mercy endures. He will be with you and keep you during this time.. Hugs
