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PdxMan    4,292

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I have been a lurker or member for over 3 years here. I have a definite interest in helping everyone understand WLS as I have come to know it and would be interested in sharing my experience, strength and hope as it relates to this vast journey.

I would like to believe we have enough WLS folks in the Portland, OR area to support meeting on a weekly basis. Once a month, we would have a cooking demonstration and perhaps a Saturday morning walk through Forest Park.

My drive would be to focus on self, creating nutritionally balanced meal plans integrated with proper exercise techniques for every level. This could be accomplished though demonstrations by myself as well as local folks who could presentations.

Portland is a great community focused metropolis and I believe our city will support our efforts.

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KristinaRnY    455

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I live in Portland and would absolutely love to participate in this!

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2muchfun    8,927

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Thought you were in Loveland, CO?

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KristinaRnY    455

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Who me?

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2muchfun    8,927

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No, the OP, PDXman

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PdxMan    4,292

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Used to live in Loveland, but am now in Portland. Where in Colorado are you?

Kristina, what part of the Portland area are you in?

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KristinaRnY    455

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I'm in southeast

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2muchfun    8,927

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I'm in Thornton.

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awold0    246

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I'm in Thornton.

Just hearing portland makes me sad. I so miss portland. I moved to Texas 2 years ago. I miss my home....lived in Beaverton actually.

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PdxMan    4,292

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I'm about a 5 Iron away from Beaverton.

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Any Southern Oregonian?? I'd love to connect!

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stacy97006    24

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I am in Aloha Oregon and would love a mentor who has done this already. My surgery is scheduled for June 10th at OHSU. I am having the Roux en Y.

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JessS    25

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Hey guys. :) I'm scheduled to be banded with the Lapband on May 5th. I live in Tualatin.

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stacy97006    24

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Hi Jess Nice to meet you. Not too far from me :) May 5th exactly 1 month. I am happy for you :)

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Ageekygal    38

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I live in Beaverton and am waiting to start the 6 month doctor assisted diet program to have the gastric sleeve surgery. My insurance covers it and they are supposed to call me next week. Would love to keep in touch and hear your stories!

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