Susan E.

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Bama Sunshine 20 years ago

Hey Susan, Just stopping by after seeing you in the "Before & Afters" to let you know you look great! It's been so long since your last post here, I hope all is well with you and you're enjoying this 'new life' to the fullest. Looks like your "5th Rebirthday" is coming up pretty soon~~would love to hear how things are for you 'this far out'. (I had my surgery 1/3/06 and have lost 84 lbs so far. Always great to hear from others on how things are going.) Hope that you found a way to get your plastics by now. (one of things I worry about too/ cause don't have $$$ to cover on my own) Many blessings to you. May you feel God's peace and love always surround you. Take care & God Bless You~~~Lisa

Susan E. 21 years, 6 months ago

Hello everyone! I thought it was time for an update--I can hardly believe that my surgery was over three years ago! I look at pictures of my self before surgery and realize that that person no longer exists--as we all know, we go through so many changes after this surgery--the physical changes are the least of them--the emotional changes are enormous. I would have the surgery again in a heartbeat. Make no mistake, I don't think I would be here today if I hadn't made the decision three years ago. The tough part for me has been facing the sagging thighs, and flapping arms and tummy skin, and having my insurance company tell me that losing 150 pounds is not enough to warrant plastic surgery. That was a terrible blow--when they denied me, it was as if someone had let all of the air out of my helium balloon--I allowed the plastic surgeon to take pictures of my post-surgery body in all its glory-- he assured me that these pics would be all the insurers would need to realize that these surgeries were medically necesary--it was very hard to stand and have pictures taken, but I knew it was the next step in the journey--the denial came as quite a blow--knowing that I can never afford the surgeries I need to ever wear a skirt or dress with confidence--very hard psychologically--I went from a size 26 to a 6/8 but still hide parts of my body--that just shouldn't be happening. I dream about walking into a room with a dress that is above the knee--I even sent in a tape and tried to get onto Extreme Makeover when it was popular--no reply-- So, if anyone knows how I can get these procedures done, let me know--I am ready, willing, and able--just without the financial means to fulfill my dreams--love you all--it is so nice to have a place to come and share my feelings with others who understand--thank you so much for listening. God bless.

Susan E. 23 years, 4 months ago

Hello everyone! I have sent an updated picture to the site to finally update my photo--I have such wonderful news to share...I have reached my goal weight and have lost 150 pounds since having a LAP RNY on 8-30-01!!! I have gone from wearing a size 26 to a size 6, and I've even changed my hair, and I LOVE IT!! I thank God and Dr. Dele Torre everyday for giving me back my life, and I am fulfilling the promise I made to myself to never take even one day for granted. **I can do everything through Him who gives me strength--Philippians 4:13

Joyce C. 23 years, 7 months ago

Susan--I'm so THRILLED to hear the good news!! Best wishes to you!!

Sharon Neva 23 years, 7 months ago

SUSAN~~~~GLAD TO HEAR THE GOOD NEWS! <I>May Each New Day Find You Feeling Better.... There are so many people thinking nice thoughts about you and wishing you a quick, easy recovery</I>

Diana M. 23 years, 7 months ago

I'm so very very happy for you. I've wondered all week how you were doing. God Bless.

Susan E. 23 years, 7 months ago

I have wonderful news!!!! I am home from the hospital, the ovarian tumor was benign!!! It was a dermoid--the size was actually bigger than a cantalope, and I am so very greatful to be alive!!! Thank you all so much for your encouragement and prayers, they meant so much during a really rough time. I want you to know also that recooperating at 160 pounds is a breeze compared to recooperating at 302 pounds--thank God for RNY surgery!

MommaAngel 23 years, 7 months ago

HI SUSAN I just want you to know that I am praying that you will have a quick and smooth recovery. LORD BLESS

Tami D. 23 years, 7 months ago

Susan, I have asked God to send his blessings, care and comfort your way. I pray all will go ok for you and you will heal fast and completely. God bless Tami

Sue C. 23 years, 7 months ago

Dear Susan, Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope everything will turn out fine for you. We just found out my husband has cancer and is going for a bone marrow biopsy tomorrow. Will say a special prayer for you! Hugs, Sue C