Hi! Did you think I was gone forever? So sorry that I have not checked in. Life has been very busy. I spend a lot of time with my daughter and new grandson, Kallan (born Aug. 6). Our time together is very precious to me. She will go back to work from maternity leave the end of Oct. at which time I have offered to watch Kallan 2-3 days a week. What a blessing this little boy has been to our family. I have also been busy with an intense bible study that I am taking. I devote 2-3 hours a day to studying and am loving every minute of it.

Back to talking shop about my sleeve. I am losing weight at a good rate. I've lost about 45 lbs since my surgery on July 3. All my clothes are too big and it feels so good! I can't express enough how losing the weight feels so fantastic, and how it has changed me so much. I feel better physically, but mentally is even better. I remember when I used to hate myself, now I love and live life to the fullest every day. Down side is I don't feel good when I eat, so I don't like to eat anymore, which is a good thing. I don't eat unless I'm hungry. I really watch what I eat, but trying to eat anything that is not really healthy for me just does not stay down. I get full very easily. If I eat 2 bites after I'm feeling full, I loose it. I think it's just a process of learning and it just takes time. I have a birthday coming up in about a week. My husband usually takes me out for a very expensive dinner and I told him that I don't want to do that this year. Just spend more money on a gift for me?

Ask me if I would do it again? In a heartbeat! Losing the weight has given me my life back. My friends tell me I'm glowing and bubbling with happiness! I'm on the go all the time. I don't even have time for TV anymore. I'm loving the new me! By the way, I'm not exercising, but I can go to the mall and shop for no less than 4 hours. Before the weight loss, I parked right at the door of the store I needed to go to and was in and out, and exhausted when I came out. People do this surgery! It's going to change your life and you are going to feel better than you ever imagined. Also, I have now stopped taking 6 medications. I am singing hallelujah! Would love to hear how you are doing!

Hey hope your doing well. My surgery date is 10/04/2012. Get well soon!

sure...no definite date...hopefully i will know by months end. pray for me..

I am so sorry to hear about your leg and having to postpone your surgery! I am doing good. I went for a follow-up appointment yesterday and all my restrictions have been lifted. I can workout now, eat solid foods and go swimming I am down 35lbs and the doctor is very happy with my progress. I hope you feel better soon and can get on with your surgery. Please keep me posted <3

Thanks Harts4you I am taking it one day at a time but I know its going to be amazing.

Ok I'm getting all confused now. I've got to start reading my messages from the bottom up. I see you did get my message and did listen to the group, and God granted a miracle. So happy. Take care, Dylee!

Patty, I have been receiving all your messages. Did you receive this message from me this week?
Hi Patty. I am praying for your future son-in-law and your daughter. What is his name? Can I ask you do do something crazy. Go to the website thirdday.com for the Christian group, Third Day, and listen to their new song "I Need A Miracle". It's a new song that will be released in Nov. I hope you find faith and hope through that message of song.

My prayers are with your daughter's fiancé, his family and your family for God's provision for healing and for comfort for all throughout this storm.

I have had a family loss and a friend loss this week. Both guys were very young. You never know what tomorrow might not bring. That's why now is the time for your surgery. God answered one miracle prayer. We have to kept the faith and keep praying that this wedding will take place. Take care and stay in touch. Dylee

Just saw other message, how great to be in Branson Mo, we have never been there. Hope to one day. The Mx deal sounds pretty good. Glad to know you will have company and that you will be safe in El Paso. See you later. Carolyn

Talk to you soon.

I really think that staying positive about this whole thing will make it much easier.

Oh Yes please add me as a friend. Hope the wedding is wonderful.. We are going on a cruise in Dec hope all over with and healed pretty well by then. Maybe I can fit in airline seat easier, too!!!

I didn't realize you were going to mexico. But I know how you feel. I just want to get on with it. This dr here has me on a long pre surgery diet. I just hope I have the will power. Heck if I had any I wouldn't be where I am at now, would I? What test do they require there? I work at nite is why I am up so late. What about you?

Hi Patti, so great to get to talk to someone my age, too. I think my surgery will be mid oct not sure yet. went to psycharist today and diatian
Woot! Woot! I passed. now on to results from stress test and sleep study. I have to be on a 6 week presurgery diet that seems almost impossible. Then the 2 weeks. I hope and pray I can make it. Glad to have you on board. I will pray you do well. I asked today if I was the oldest one they have had and was told they had several in 70s