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good question. but i have 268 "likes" on 235 posts. so apparently some people value my point of view. and my punctuation.
p.s. - welcome to the forums.

And i took all the energy out of me to write how i was feeling, please do not write on my post anymore thanks


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How are you feeling now? Better I hope?



Still in pain but trying as the days pass by and thanks to everyone who came to my defense it amazing that there are people who rather pass judgement then say a kindly word


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Still in pain but trying as the days pass by and thanks to everyone who came to my defense it amazing that there are people who rather pass judgement then say a kindly word



I know it’s hard! Especially if you’re already having a blastedly sucky day :(
One day at a time, right?


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How did you do getting back to work? Are you feeling better and able to work a full day yet? My Dr. told me recovery could take 4-6 weeks but depending how I feel I can go back at 2-3 weeks if I am up to it. I have a total desk job so I'm keeping my options open. I submitted for 6 weeks on FMLA and applied for short term disability and will take it one day at a time. I hope you are feeling good now.

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Thanks everyone for reaching out to me, I am actually doing better. Today is my second day back, since last week was only four hours a day and its become easier to get in and out of bed. My left side incision is closing like the doctor said it would and I am down 26 pounds since I had surgery 9/18/2017 hope I loose more have a great day guys

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