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Janis 20 years, 10 months ago

Hi I am Janis, I live in Cashmere. I am interested in setting up a support group for pre and post op WLS patients in the valley, you would be a welcome addition if you would like to join me and my Sis. I am in the process of trying to get in touch with all the WLS patients in the area to see what kind of interest there might be out there. Do you know of anyone who is considering WLS or is Post Op who might be interested in a local support group? I envision in addition to the moral support and encouragement the opportunity to sample all the bariatric food and supplement products at the group meetings. My sisters biggest post op complaint was finding palatable high protein supplements and vitamins that were actually effective. I also envision the opportunity to compare notes on Doctors who are not only educated in caring for bariatric patients in the long term but also who truly understand what we endure as morbidly obese persons, the prejudice, the mis-conceptions, the ignorance. And who are supportive of bariatric surgery for those people who really do need it. I would like to be able to direct prospective WLS patients to Doctors, Psychologists, Nutritionists, etc who are knowledgeable, skilled, empathetic and supportive of our needs in our quest for healthier bodies and happier lives. I look forward to hearing from you. Janis Hayden janden_1@juno.com

Janis 20 years, 10 months ago

Hi I am Janis, I live in Cashmere. I am interested in setting up a support group for pre and post op WLS patients in the valley, you would be a welcome addition if you would like to join me and my Sis. I am in the process of trying to get in touch with all the WLS patients in the area to see what kind of interest there might be out there. Do you know of anyone who is considering WLS or is Post Op who might be interested in a local support group? I envision in addition to the moral support and encouragement the opportunity to sample all the bariatric food and supplement products at the group meetings. My sisters biggest post op complaint was finding palatable high protein supplements and vitamins that were actually effective. I also envision the opportunity to compare notes on Doctors who are not only educated in caring for bariatric patients in the long term but also who truly understand what we endure as morbidly obese persons, the prejudice, the mis-conceptions, the ignorance. And who are supportive of bariatric surgery for those people who really do need it. I would like to be able to direct prospective WLS patients to Doctors, Psychologists, Nutritionists, etc who are knowledgeable, skilled, empathetic and supportive of our needs in our quest for healthier bodies and happier lives. I look forward to hearing from you. Janis Hayden janden_1@juno.com

Bonnie P. 21 years, 4 months ago

Hi Mary - Wanted to send you my best wishes for a very successful surgery and an amazing new journey. (I'm just down the road from St. Francis.)

~Tooter - the Droopy Witch 21 years, 4 months ago

Just popping in to wish you a successful surgery and a rapid recovery. May luck follow you where ever your journey may lead you!! Hugs & Shalom (May you be blessed in every aspect of your life) Toots

c&j's Maw-Maw 21 years, 4 months ago

Mary - HEALTH AND HAPPINESS TO YOU! I wish for you a quick and easy surgery with surgeons/medical staff guided by the very hands of God! I know that God will send his angels to surround and protect you so that you will have a safe outcome. I wish you NO complications and a quick, easy and uneventful recovery! God bless you! Kandy

picklesnan 21 years, 4 months ago

I pray that God and His angels surround you and your doctors. See you on the losing side! Blessings,

Pinalope }i{ 21 years, 4 months ago

Wishing you lots of luck on your upcoming surgery and for a speedy and uneventful recovery. Sending healing thoughts your way!

French Q. 21 years, 4 months ago

Hi Mary! I wanted to wish you the best of luck with your surgery! I hope you have a great recovery and you get lots of that MUCH needed rest! Take it easy and you'll be a 'loser' before you know it! You'll be in my thoughts and prayers! xo Aimée

Christine B. 21 years, 4 months ago

Hi Mary! I just wanted to wish you a smooth and uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery! Please let us know how your doing when your able!....You will do GREAT!...And just remember...were all here cheering for you!...Much love...God Bless you.....*hugs* Christine Open RNY 8-2-04 -105 lbs

Vicuna 21 years, 4 months ago

Hi, Now you are getting excited, nervous, and maybe even a little scared. All those feelings are normal. You are about to begin one of the most fantastic journey's of your life. Weight loss is a given, but the things that you will discover that never occurred to you pre-op, will astound you. I was going to list some, but the fun is in experiencing them for yourself. If you don't already know, the message board is a God send to all of us. The most wonderful support system imaginable. You are never alone in this journey because we have one another for help along the way. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days and months to come. Know at all times there is someone who cares about you, because we've been there and we understand. Have a wonderful journey, and enjoy those first steps! Blessed be, V