Re: Update yourselves to me. (Lengthy)

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 5:10:28 PM Central Standard Time,

harper1982@... writes:

> I started reading today's posts and Oh My God I don't know anyone.

> Anyone that remembers me, please update your story with me so I don't

> feel like I have been gone too long.

>

Theresa,

OMG, I wondered about how you were doing so often. You were the first

revision I knew of that had any problems so I followed your story closely. I

wondered if you even remembered talking to me on the phone that time.

I was so glad to hear they took your stomach. Lots of people have

gastrectomies and do fine later. My mother in law had one and would have live

normally but she had cancer and it returned. You have had a really rough time.

When I had my first glimpse of blue water in my drains I flat freaked but i was

lucky.

I am a year post op believe it or not and down 114.(still about 80ish

to go to get near 200) The scales are slow, and YES! I do think of extreme

makeover on a Daily basis....LOL. I hope you will be on more. So many people

with problems kind of float away, but I think both the good and the not so good

should be told. So many on support groups see the good and never the " problem

children " as tonnie called herself...LOL. I guess I was a minor problem child.

You know I have had so many bad stuff happen to me and looking back

the things that I riped about(car wreck, disability, ect... ended up helping me

with my biggest blessings(Medicare paid for surgery, Tom's seperation from

Delphi paid for travels,ect......) So despite it all, you will see a silver

lining...you might not now, but you will look back one day and see it and say

.... " if this hadn't happened..... "

Do I sound silly?

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 5:10:28 PM Central Standard Time,

harper1982@... writes:

> I started reading today's posts and Oh My God I don't know anyone.

> Anyone that remembers me, please update your story with me so I don't

> feel like I have been gone too long.

>

Theresa,

OMG, I wondered about how you were doing so often. You were the first

revision I knew of that had any problems so I followed your story closely. I

wondered if you even remembered talking to me on the phone that time.

I was so glad to hear they took your stomach. Lots of people have

gastrectomies and do fine later. My mother in law had one and would have live

normally but she had cancer and it returned. You have had a really rough time.

When I had my first glimpse of blue water in my drains I flat freaked but i was

lucky.

I am a year post op believe it or not and down 114.(still about 80ish

to go to get near 200) The scales are slow, and YES! I do think of extreme

makeover on a Daily basis....LOL. I hope you will be on more. So many people

with problems kind of float away, but I think both the good and the not so good

should be told. So many on support groups see the good and never the " problem

children " as tonnie called herself...LOL. I guess I was a minor problem child.

You know I have had so many bad stuff happen to me and looking back

the things that I riped about(car wreck, disability, ect... ended up helping me

with my biggest blessings(Medicare paid for surgery, Tom's seperation from

Delphi paid for travels,ect......) So despite it all, you will see a silver

lining...you might not now, but you will look back one day and see it and say

.... " if this hadn't happened..... "

Do I sound silly?

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 5:45:48 PM Central Standard Time,

mjs93311@... writes:

> Yes, I have had an extreme makeover and I am ready to live!

>

> arta

>

>

>

Why are you arta today...Is the angst making you lose your M's???

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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> Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

Theresa!!!! so good to hear from you! I am so happy for you! I

wish you well. I am a size six now. Having what I call " angst " at

the start of dating since I am unused. yeah, unused to dating!

Love ya, Marta

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> > Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

>

>

> Theresa!!!! so good to hear from you! I am so happy for you! I

> wish you well. I am a size six now. Having what I call " angst " at

> the start of dating since I am unused. yeah, unused to dating!

>

> Love ya, Marta

Marta:

Size 6! Excellent! Come on, Dr. Marla, if anyone should comment on

my craziness about the " Extreme Makeover Show " , I would think it

would be you.

Marla, did you have the pool party last summer. If so, I am sure it

was a great success.

Until next time,

Theresa Harper

Yuba City, CA

Surgery: 3/14/01

Start date: 252

Current 145

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> > Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

>

>

> Theresa!!!! so good to hear from you! I am so happy for you! I

> wish you well. I am a size six now. Having what I call " angst " at

> the start of dating since I am unused. yeah, unused to dating!

>

> Love ya, Marta

Marta:

Size 6! Excellent! Come on, Dr. Marla, if anyone should comment on

my craziness about the " Extreme Makeover Show " , I would think it

would be you.

Marla, did you have the pool party last summer. If so, I am sure it

was a great success.

Until next time,

Theresa Harper

Yuba City, CA

Surgery: 3/14/01

Start date: 252

Current 145

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And well the hell were you?! I am effed up right now, not to

disappiont anyone, but I have feelings, too. And they are hurting

right now. Did anyone notice how agonizing it is to be awakened

after being asleep in a dark cave for years?

arta

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Yes, I have had an extreme makeover and I am ready to live!

arta

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Hi Theresa,

Of course I remember you!!! I'm so glad to hear that you're feeling better!

You've been in my prayers forever and of course I know what you meant by

cherished " .

Glad you hear you're feeling " normal " . I thought about extreme makeover,

the only problem is that they want something they can see results with in

6-8 weeks. For all the stuff I'd want done we'd need 6-8 MONTHS, so I gave

up.

I'm having my Tummy Tuck next month (Feb 18) and I'm looking forward to

looking down and seeing the " lil' miss " and not a bunch of fat/skin!

Take care and keep in touch!

Melisa Rechenmacher

Independent Pampered Chef Kitchen Consultant # 370710

For more information e-mail me at:

KitchenStore2urdoor@...

or call 661-726-9744

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THERESA!!!!!! What a complete delight to hear from you!

I have thought of you so many times and thought of how brave you have been

through such a terrible time. There were some very difficult moments when

you must have despaired of life itself. I know that I shed quite a few

tears as I prayed for your recovery. It brings me great joy to hear that

you continue your recovery.

Me... well, I am working more than full time. Gene and I are going through

an adoption homestudy because we have decided we might as well have some

devils to raise in our old age I'm still a bit of a round girl, but I am

a functioning round girl!

Love you.... Elle **

Update yourselves to me. (Lengthy)

> Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

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THERESA!!!!!! What a complete delight to hear from you!

I have thought of you so many times and thought of how brave you have been

through such a terrible time. There were some very difficult moments when

you must have despaired of life itself. I know that I shed quite a few

tears as I prayed for your recovery. It brings me great joy to hear that

you continue your recovery.

Me... well, I am working more than full time. Gene and I are going through

an adoption homestudy because we have decided we might as well have some

devils to raise in our old age I'm still a bit of a round girl, but I am

a functioning round girl!

Love you.... Elle **

Update yourselves to me. (Lengthy)

> Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 7:10:17 PM Central Standard Time,

elle@... writes:

> Gene and I are going through

> an adoption homestudy because we have decided we might as well have some

> devils to raise in our old age I'm still a bit of a round girl, but I am

> a functioning round girl!

>

> Love you.... Elle **

>

>

Elle,

Honey, If you want Devils to raise I have two here you can have

.....LOL. Hell, You can even have Tom to if ya want him.....LOL. Take the four

damned

cats and 2 ferrets...Just leave Jessie....I have to have my guard dog to

check the air vent when I go to the bathroom...LOL(Why she does this I'll NEVER

know!)

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 7:10:17 PM Central Standard Time,

elle@... writes:

> Gene and I are going through

> an adoption homestudy because we have decided we might as well have some

> devils to raise in our old age I'm still a bit of a round girl, but I am

> a functioning round girl!

>

> Love you.... Elle **

>

>

Elle,

Honey, If you want Devils to raise I have two here you can have

.....LOL. Hell, You can even have Tom to if ya want him.....LOL. Take the four

damned

cats and 2 ferrets...Just leave Jessie....I have to have my guard dog to

check the air vent when I go to the bathroom...LOL(Why she does this I'll NEVER

know!)

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 8:04:27 PM Central Standard Time,

moobabies@... writes:

>

> The angst isn't causing her to lose her M's...but the alcohol

> is...lol...she is just going to die tomorrow when she reads the

> post...lol...at least she is a funny drunk! Now when she dies

> reading this she is going to take me with her!!!

>

> Hugs

> Jo

>

Jo,

If I come out in July WE have got to party, especially if she's a

funny drunk! Only thing is I might have my 17yo with me.....BUT she could be

designated driver....LOL> We could have a whole party....Jim? Sharon, Cindee,

all

of you....we could have a hell of a time and not have to worry about everyone

looking at the fat lady trying to dance....LOL. Oh and I have an on Key

kareoke.....You can download songs and they play on the tv screen....Fun huh?

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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In a message dated 1/19/2004 8:04:27 PM Central Standard Time,

moobabies@... writes:

>

> The angst isn't causing her to lose her M's...but the alcohol

> is...lol...she is just going to die tomorrow when she reads the

> post...lol...at least she is a funny drunk! Now when she dies

> reading this she is going to take me with her!!!

>

> Hugs

> Jo

>

Jo,

If I come out in July WE have got to party, especially if she's a

funny drunk! Only thing is I might have my 17yo with me.....BUT she could be

designated driver....LOL> We could have a whole party....Jim? Sharon, Cindee,

all

of you....we could have a hell of a time and not have to worry about everyone

looking at the fat lady trying to dance....LOL. Oh and I have an on Key

kareoke.....You can download songs and they play on the tv screen....Fun huh?

in Alabama

1982(age 17)-VBG(433lbs down to 270)

1996 RNY revision from VBG (343lbs down to 299)

Dec 2003- (377.5 now 263.2) down 114.5lbs THANKS TO DR. K!!!!!!!!!!!.

Mel's AOL home page

http://hometown.aol.com/mdl1031/myhomepage/profile.html

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> And well the hell were you?! I am effed up right now, not to

> disappiont anyone, but I have feelings, too. And they are hurting

> right now. Did anyone notice how agonizing it is to be awakened

> after being asleep in a dark cave for years?

>

> arta

Oh Marta,

Back in the real world we take chances, and that means we put

ourselves out there feelings and all. I am so sorry that you are

hurting right now... sweetie, it does get better...unfortunately you

have to kiss a lot of toads until you find that prince. He is out

there, dont let one bad experience stop you from trying again.

And STAY OUT OF THAT CAVE....it isnt healthy.

Just remember the fun, and KNOW that it can be even better than

that.

hugs, Sharon in Onyx

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> And well the hell were you?! I am effed up right now, not to

> disappiont anyone, but I have feelings, too. And they are hurting

> right now. Did anyone notice how agonizing it is to be awakened

> after being asleep in a dark cave for years?

>

> arta

Oh Marta,

Back in the real world we take chances, and that means we put

ourselves out there feelings and all. I am so sorry that you are

hurting right now... sweetie, it does get better...unfortunately you

have to kiss a lot of toads until you find that prince. He is out

there, dont let one bad experience stop you from trying again.

And STAY OUT OF THAT CAVE....it isnt healthy.

Just remember the fun, and KNOW that it can be even better than

that.

hugs, Sharon in Onyx

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Theresa...this oldie is still here and thrilled to hear from you!!!

I'm glad your finally doing better and not constantly spending your

life in the hospital...or trying like hell not to go there again.

Nobody can say you didn't give it every chance.

I plan to be at the March meeting...now don't break my heart and not

come!

Hugs

Jo

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Theresa...this oldie is still here and thrilled to hear from you!!!

I'm glad your finally doing better and not constantly spending your

life in the hospital...or trying like hell not to go there again.

Nobody can say you didn't give it every chance.

I plan to be at the March meeting...now don't break my heart and not

come!

Hugs

Jo

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Anyone that remembers me, please update your story with me so I don't

> I am looking forward to hearing from old friends & new ones.

>

> Until next time,

>

> Theresa Harper

Hi Theresa,

Of course I remember you and your family. I am so glad to " hear "

from you again. And so relieved to hear how well you feel. I know

all our prayers are answered with this good news.

I am 2 years out now, and down 147 lbs and trying to live-it down 20

more lbs before my 49 th birthday in April. I am feeling great and

wearing a size med shirt and 14/16 pants. Size 12 dresses. It seems

like a miracle to me.

I hope to see you in March! take care and dont be a stranger,

Sharon in Onyx

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Theresa,

I'm so glad to hear from you again! That's fantastic that you are

finally on the upswing. It's proof that miracles do happen. I am

still right on the cusp of 179/180lbs..but that's a lot better than

the 327lbs where I started and I'm pretty happy where I'm at right

now. I can wear size 14's and I'm starting to look more deeply into

PS as I want to have it done before August 2004 when I goto Sri Lanka

to visit my Grandparents. (I can feel Jo huffing to herself that I'm

finally writing an update for you when told me to update more last

time I was in Delano *grins*) I had one consult with a doctor in

Denver and I'm impressed with his work BUT he doesn't take insurance

of course, so I'm still debating the benefits. In the mean time, I

also want to send my pictures to Dr Fabio Zamprogno in Brazil as he's

certified with the Brazilian Board of Plastic Surgery and I need to

see if it's still significantly less with surgery, anesthesia,

travel, food & lodging and if I can get everything done in one trip

if I stay 3-4 weeks. I'd like to minimize my time off work..get

great results and hopefully not have to be paying off my PS for the

next 5 years if possible. I'm definitely my own Extreme Makeover

candidate as I want brachioplasty, breast lift, extended tummy tuck,

outer thigh lipo, butt lift, back lipo, body contouring, etc!

I'll post a current picture to the website soon as my work's Winter

Gala is this Saturday, so I have an excuse to take a picture.

As for you and your Extreme Makeover..well, you went through hell to

get to where you are today..I could see why you you'd want to

complete the process!

Love,

Anita in Denver

11/08/01 Dr Keshishian

Starting weight: 327lbs

Current weight: 179lbs/180lbs

Starting size: 28

Current size: 14

> Hi Everyone or Anyone that remembers me!

>

> I started reading today's posts and Oh My God I don't know anyone.

> Anyone that remembers me, please update your story with me so I

don't

> feel like I have been gone too long.

> I am doing great. After my complete gastrectomy (sp)? in July I

have

> only gone up. I spoke to Dee & Dr. K. last week to schedule an

> appointment on March 9th. I plan on being @ the monthly Tues.

> evening meeting. On March 10th, my birthday, I will be going to

> Sharon Osbourne show with Bonnie & Ed. (Still my very dearest

> friends).

> I speak very often to Bonnie & she lets me know alittle bit about

> what's going on. My prayers have been said daily for & her

> son! God does listen to prayers & answers them accordingly.

> This morning I read the want-ads & I am thinking about returning to

> work, (after two years), part-time. I am not technically released

> from my medical doctor down here but, I am slowly feeling the need

to

> return to work.

> I know that the holidays are well over with but I have to state

that

> my holidays were OVERWHELMING but very " Cherished " . Those who are

> familiar with my story know what I mean. It is so very easy to

take

> each day for granted.

> On a lighter note, has anyone besides myself thought about being

> on " Extreme Makeover " ? I know it's probably beyond one's

> understanding (including myself) how I would willing to face

another

> surgery, but, I would be fixed from head to toe to put everything

> back " NORTH " . Of course, this is unrealistic because the show

would

> look @ medical history & laugh in my face. Ha!Ha!

> Anyways, I am just babbling on.

> I am looking forward to hearing from old friends & new ones.

>

> Until next time,

>

> Theresa Harper

> Yuba City, CA

> Surgery 3/14/01

> Start weight: 252

> Current: 145

> er

> Surg:3/14/01

> Start weight 252

> Current: 145

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Angst.

My favorite new word.

Marta

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Marta,

Dating is hell whether you're 16 or 60! Is it the getting nekkid

part that's bothering you or the entire 'getting to know you'

process ?

*hugs*

Anita in Denver

>

> Theresa!!!! so good to hear from you! I am so happy for you! I

> wish you well. I am a size six now. Having what I call " angst " at

> the start of dating since I am unused. yeah, unused to dating!

>

> Love ya, Marta

[Guest guest]

Marta,

Dating is hell whether you're 16 or 60! Is it the getting nekkid

part that's bothering you or the entire 'getting to know you'

process ?

*hugs*

Anita in Denver

>

> Theresa!!!! so good to hear from you! I am so happy for you! I

> wish you well. I am a size six now. Having what I call " angst " at

> the start of dating since I am unused. yeah, unused to dating!

>

> Love ya, Marta

[Guest guest]

Gene and I are going through

> an adoption homestudy because we have decided we might as well

have some

> devils to raise in our old age >

> Love you.... Elle **

Elle!!!!! How exciting!!!! Do you want girl devils or boy devils!!!

Gosh this is happy news!

Jo