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kauaigirl808    39

kauaigirl808
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RNY 11/13/2012

Hey guys, so here's the thing, I want to continue to encourage all of you to share your stories but not just on here but in your every day lives.

When i was going through the process i didn't know anyone who had done the procedure and it was kind of lonely... i didnt know about this forum and i was just doing it by myself or so it felt... Since having my surgery i have been very open with people about it... what i have found is a lot of people who are interested but scared and unsure about where to go what to do, etc... so it got me thinking of if we could be a support for someone in our everyday lives then we should....

Just a thought :)

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worm2872    635

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I am no expert but I try to be on here everyday and look for folks to reach out to. I agree, this board helped me so much I want to give back.

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Khuff    12

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I think you do a great job. Thanks for the support!

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kristy3k    1,133

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I was just telling my family the other day that when I go for my year checkup next month Im gonna ask my dr if he wants me to speak at his next seminar. I feel like I just want to tell everyone about my experience and help others who have struggled like I have.

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cookier224    238

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RNY 11/13/2012

Hey guys' date=' so here's the thing, I want to continue to encourage all of you to share your stories but not just on here but in your every day lives.

When i was going through the process i didn't know anyone who had done the procedure and it was kind of lonely... i didnt know about this forum and i was just doing it by myself or so it felt... Since having my surgery i have been very open with people about it... what i have found is a lot of people who are interested but scared and unsure about where to go what to do, etc... so it got me thinking of if we could be a support for someone in our everyday lives then we should....

Just a thought :)[/quote']

I am with ya! I have become the spokes person for WLS in my office of over 200. I tell people because I am not ashamed! I feel and look great and I love me!

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