new member

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Welcome to the list,

! I had to wait almost five weeks for my books but was lucky

to have people helping me get started...if you would like a list of the

permited foods, etc., let me know as I have all the good stuff in my

files.

Norma lost 50 pounds last year (or was it the year before??? How time

flies!!)...she will give you all her helpful hints (mainly no

cheating)...she did it fairly quickly and consistently too and she is

your age (as are a bunch of us!)

Now, I could use plant tips as every plant I touch turns brown and

dies. I replanted a bunch of potted plants yesterday and am afraid

to go out and see how they are doing!!!

Joya

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Dear Sweetlady Jane (don't know your real name),

Welcome to the GBIC website and email group! I'm glad you found us.

Happy New Year!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 278

Minus -- 73 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

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Hi Crafty! and welcome to the group!

Liz pre-op 282

VBG/DrNigh/Indianapolis

01-21-03

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Welcome Lesile. I wish you all the best in the world. Its a wonderful new

life here on the " Loser Side " . Know that you can come and ask any question

and join right in! We are a huge family and care, support, and love

everyone!!!

All my best,

Theresa :0)~

*Nothing Tastes As Good As Thinness Feels*

-- new member

Hello all, I am new to this site. I am just weeks away

from getting my DS. I have struggled with obesity all

my life. My husband, of 30 yrs, is a big support.I am

49 yrs young and love flamingos. I look forward to

getting to know you. craftyleslie

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Welcome! What an exciting time you have begun . . .soon you will get

to enjoy all you've ever wanted for yourself. . .it's not easy, but it does

work! Having a supportive hubby was a great help for me in those early

post-op days; glad you have the same. Do you attend a support group locally?

{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Elaine in Maine

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Dear ,

Welcome to the GBIC website and email group. I'm a little behind on

emails (playing catch up!) but I wanted to say hello and God bless your WLS

journey!

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 275

Minus -- 76 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

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In a message dated 1/7/03 8:32:49 PM Eastern Standard Time,

sweetladyjane@... writes:

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Reply-to: GastricBypass-InfoCentral

To: GastricBypass-InfoCentral

Hello Everyone...

I joined the group a couple weeks ago, and just last

week I got my surgery date..it is Feb. 17...and I am

not sure if I am real excited or real scared! Now it

seems more real to me since I do have a date....and so

now I say things like..'won't be able to do this after

the surgery' or 'can't wait until after the surgery

so I can do this!'....Yikes...I just bouce back and

forth with so many thoughts....

But I am glad I joined this group..have been reading some

files and posts...and am still learning new things! I

look forward to seeing more pics...they do inspire me!

Good Luck to all members..

SweetLady

To Subscribe to 's monthly FREE Newsletter send an email to

GBCookbook-subscribe@...

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Dear Sweetlady,

Congratulations on getting your surgery date. Your time will be here

soon! Good luck and God bless your WLS journey.

Love,

Trace in Va. Beach, VA

Dr. Schechner, Va. Beach, VA

Open RNY -- 9/5/02

Height -- 5' 9 1/2 "

Starting weight -- 351.2

Current weight -- 275

Minus -- 76 pounds gone!

Gal. 2:20

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Gosh, , I wish I had had this done when I was in my mid-20's.

Probably wouldn't have qualified, didn't start pushing 200 until I was

in my early 40's, but if you're in your mid-twenties and have morbid

obesity, you're not going to lose it any better than one of us who

waited until we're in our 30's or 40's. Welcome!!!! Lots of good info

and good people here.

Pam

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I just wanted to say hello.

I am a new member to the group.

I just started the process of WLS on January 14th with a visit to my

doctor. (I belong to Kaiser) He didn't say no, but he didn't say

yes. All the same, I am hopeful because he has previously

recommended patients for the procedure and has seen successful

results. His main hangup seems to be my age. However, I have done

my research and there are plenty of people in their early to mid-

twenties who have done extremely well with WLS. He did have me do my

labs and is setting up an appointment with the nutritionist so that

is a start.

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The difference between fat and fit is " I "

What you eat between Thanksgiving and Christmas isn't nearly as important as

what you eat between Christmas and Thanksgiving

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Gymmie in Cali °Ü°

The difference between fat and fit is " I "

What you eat between Thanksgiving and Christmas isn't nearly as important as

what you eat between Christmas and Thanksgiving

[Guest guest]

Hi Marlis,

Welcome aboard the " we've been there and done that " PLS group. Sorry you had to

join us under these conditions but nonetheless until the cure or the miracle

comes we will keep each other company. I, for one believe that this too shall

pass. So hang in there my friend and watch the outcome.

God Bless

Yolanda

new member

Hi all,

I was diagnosed with PLS in August 2003. I started out with an

unexplained limp, then began falling for no apparent reason. All

manner of testing and an EMG confirmed the doctor's suspicion. I

began using a cane last December, and now use a rollator almost

exclusively. It was either stay home in fear of falling, or get over

myself, use a rollator, and " get back out there. " I still am able to

drive, thankfully.

I am 59 years old. My husband and I were lucky enough to retire

early, and we moved to the high country of Arizona from MN five years

ago. We are both avid outdoors lovers, and we spent the first two

years in AZ hiking and exploring our new home state. Sadly, I cannot

hike anymore, but I encouraged my husband to join a hiking club. Our

three adult children, their spouses, and our grandchildren are all in

MN, but we get to see them often when they come visiting or when we

return home.

My husband and family are extremely supportive and we've all tried to

accept this life changing turn of events caused by PLS. I've

been " eavesdropping " on this message board for the past two weeks,

which is when I joined. Thanks for allowing me this forum.

Marlis

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Hi Sandy,

I find it interesting how there is such a common denominator with

most of us PLSers. The limping gait and the falling, esp. At first,

people were commenting on how clumsy I was, and that I need to be

more careful! Good advice if only I would have had that control. I

was even sent to PT to relearn a proper gait and did exercises to get

back my balance. After a few weeks, it became apparent that no PT

would help. That's when I was sent to a neurologist, and then to the

MDA/ALS Research Center in Phoenix for a second opinion.

Anyway, I've learned a lot about this disease and about myself. I've

adopted a Maya Angelou quote " I can be changed by what happens to me,

but I refuse to be reduced by it. "

Marlis

> Hi Marlis and welcome to a great group of friends.

> I am truely sorry you have this darn disease, but since you do you

have found the right place to be. You will find fantastic support

with everyone here.

> I too started with the tripping and falling, then it moved to my

right arm and hand.

> That is great news that you have such a careing and loving family,

it surely helps.

> I have been married to a wonderful man for 23 years, and have to

fantastic sons, 23 and 17.

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Hi Marlis,

I used to be a warehouse person in a window manufacturing plant for 7 years,

when I started the tripping. My hubby also worked there with me. We always held

hands and he was constantly having to catch me from falling. He used to say

Sandy what are you doing, pick up your feet, then the fatigue started in, then I

started dropping things with my right hand. I finally caved in and saw my

primary doctor which sent me to my Neuro, after all the tests she diagnosed me

with MS, I did the shots and even the chemo for MS, nothing was working after 7

years and I was just getting worse, so she sent me to a specialist who put me

through all the tests again, then she diagnosed me with PLS.

Three years ago my hubby was working as a correctional officer for our state

penn. He had to go through some intense training where part of it was being

thrown to a mat around 50 times in one day. Well he ended up tearing his corotid

artery in his neck which made him have a massive stroke.In June of this year he

had a tear in his bowel that almost ruptured, if we would have waited one more

hour he probably wouldnt be here. Hopefully in Sept or Oct he can go in to have

his closomy reversed. My PLS effects my right side and his stroke effects his

left side so I tell everyone that we are a whole person.

I am 43 and my hubby is 48.

Our sons are the greatest, they are so loving and careing and so supportive, we

are truely blessed with them.

I really like your saying,

" I can be changed by what happens to me,

but I refuse to be reduced by it. "

That is really cool, that says so much in just one little sentence. I am sorry

for all the rambling on I have done. You said some about yourself and I thought

I would tell you a little about my self. Once again welcome to our group. I look

forward to your posts.Sandy

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Hi Sandy,

I find it interesting how there is such a common denominator with

most of us PLSers. The limping gait and the falling, esp. At first,

people were commenting on how clumsy I was, and that I need to be

more careful! Good advice if only I would have had that control. I

was even sent to PT to relearn a proper gait and did exercises to get

back my balance. After a few weeks, it became apparent that no PT

would help. That's when I was sent to a neurologist, and then to the

MDA/ALS Research Center in Phoenix for a second opinion.

Anyway, I've learned a lot about this disease and about myself. I've

adopted a Maya Angelou quote " I can be changed by what happens to me,

but I refuse to be reduced by it. "

Marlis

> Hi Marlis and welcome to a great group of friends.

> I am truely sorry you have this darn disease, but since you do you

have found the right place to be. You will find fantastic support

with everyone here.

> I too started with the tripping and falling, then it moved to my

right arm and hand.

> That is great news that you have such a careing and loving family,

it surely helps.

> I have been married to a wonderful man for 23 years, and have to

fantastic sons, 23 and 17.

> Again welcome to our group of buddys, Sandy in Oregon

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[Guest guest]

Hi Friend,

Yes, most PLS friends have urinary urgency. There are things you can take for

it, ask your doctor. Welcome aboard! Hopefully the cure will be found sooner

than soon so till then I hope you hang around and enjoy our company. Take care

and...

God Bless

Yolanda

New member

HI everyone. My story was forwarded to this website. I have a

question for you. I have been having some urinary urgency and

sometimes incontinence as well. Do any of you have this problem also?

[Guest guest]

Since you didnt leave your name I will just call you friend for now.

First of all Welcome to our group of buddies, I am truely sorry that you have

this going on.

I have just started having problems with my bladder, its just terrible when you

have to use the rest room and its busy, and there you are standing in a puddle

and cant stop. Thankfully that has only happened at home. When I go to a store I

head to the restroom first no matter if I feel the urge or not. I am not taking

any meds for it but I think its time to ask my Neuro about it. Best of luck to

you.

Again welcome, Sandy in Oregon

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Belle? I'm just guessing that's your name. Yes, urinary urgency is a common

problem with PLS. I take Dextrol XL (one a day) it helps me. Ask your

neurologist or primary for a prescription. Nothing ventured nothing gained.

...................welcome...Flora

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, welcome to our group. This group is very special, as we all know

what you are going though. Some of us have PLS,HSP and Als. It doesn't matter

what you call it, its all a yucky thing to have, but we are here for you. I

guess your neurologist has had you though all the different tests which is a

process of elimination of all kinds of other diseases. I was told I had ALS

in the beginning but after a year he changed it to PLS. So many neurologist

are unfamiliar with PLS that they are to quick to diagnosis us with ALS. So

many diseases mirror each other that only the numerous tests and TIME will

tell what we really have. Is there a test that proved you have ALS? If you

have any questions please feel free to ask us. Someone will always answer

you...........There are a couple of sites that will be of great help

here they are. _www.sp-foundation.org_ (http://www.sp-foundation.org)

and _http://geocities.com/freyerse/index.html_

(http://geocities.com/freyerse/index.html)

_http://www.als-pls.org_ (http://www.als-pls.org)

..........Flora/Florida

[Guest guest]

Hi :

Welcome to one of the best groups going. The other best group is the

Living-with-ALS-group. I belong to both as I was diagnosed with PLS in May/02

with slight abnormalities showing in my EMG's and in July/04 my diagnosis

changed to ALS (but slow progressing).

I guess what I am trying to say is that whether it be PLS, ALS or HSP, we are

all here for each other. Whether it be information, an ear to listen or a good

laugh - you can bet you will find all of these with this group of friends.

Hope you stay with us.

Jo (Northern Ontario)

New Member

Hello

My name is Myers.I live Tulsa,Ok. About 4 months ago I was

diagnosed with ALS

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I am so sorry about your diagnosis. However, I am very glad that you've found

this fantastic group. This is the place to be for information, support,

friendship, controversy, and even a laughaday! Welcome to the finest group that

none of us wants to belong to, but are very happy we 've found each other.

Take care, & God bless,

Laurel

PLS'er from Iowa

New Member

Hello

My name is Myers.I live Tulsa,Ok. About 4 months ago I was

diagnosed with ALS

[Guest guest]

Sorry you had to find us but welcome to a great group.

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I am sorry you have been diagnosed with ALS, but you have found a great group of

friends that will try and help you through this, just ask away and we will try

our best to ansewer anything that comes to mind.

Welcome friend, Sandy from Oregon

[Guest guest]

Hi

Welcome. My official Dx is 'possible ALS' with a clinical

manifestation of PLS...that's going on year 6 now. I'd have rather

won the lottery. How about you?

Are you working? If so I strongly urge you to check out the legal

section on the ALSA website. Before all the privacy acts my employer

planted a sales rep in my neuros office during my visit, then the

company tried to fire me. I had to hire a lawyer. Real

compassionate of them huh?

If you would like to talk, vent, orr ask questions just let me know.

Eva in WV

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