From Melissa & Dan
Tears of sadness, turned to tears of happiness. Laughter behind our backs,
turned to laughing with each other and enjoying life. Pains and aches from
overtaxed bodies turned to healthy bodies able to exercise and run and play.
The emotional rollercoaster from living the morbidly obese life. You know
the life, or lack of,
where you're either invisible or looked upon with disgust merely due to your
size. It ALL changes after this surgery and it has all been for the better
for the two of us.
Dan & I both had laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, same day in 2003, and
lost a combined 300 lbs. After that surgery, our life began changing
drastically, for the better, from the very first day. We did however
discover there is a huge void when it comes to support and/or information.
What most need is a little straight shooting and a lot of understanding and
caring and just knowing others share in their journey. That's what we're
here for. Sharing, caring, supporting and even fussing at times when we
see people pushing the envelope too much. We can't help ourselves but feel
compelled to talk with anyone and everyone that will listen regarding the
miraculous changes in our lives due to having a great surgeon and a great
procedure available to us.
We're here to constantly learn and grow and maximize this great tool. Come
share in our journey and maybe it will in some small way help with your own
journey as well. Feel free to e-mail
us or join us for online chats too. The support family we have is
worldwide and all are welcome to join in. We look forward to getting to
know you too!
Announcement! Release of
The Weight-Loss Surgery Connection
After all the work and
the waiting, my new book is finally here! Published by McGraw-Hill, it has
been released to bookstores and online sites around the world. This was
truly a labor of love and I hope you will find it informative, entertaining and
helpful no matter what stage you're in. II would love to hear from you the
readers and get your feedback. One location for ordering at a discount
(around $11) can be connected to by clicking here:
Order now
Welcome
If you're just beginning the weight loss surgery research process or a veteran
post-op patient, this is a safe haven for answers, support, guidance, sharing,
comfort and so much more. Soon we'll be adding online support groups on a
weekly basis so even if you're in the most remote regions, you'll have people
who understand.
Sharing
We all learn more from each other and our day-to-day living experiences
after weight loss surgery than just about anywhere else. Take the time to
read the various sections and visit the message board, but don't forget to share
as well. We welcome your stories and before and after photos. It's
all about this being a community and you are a vital part of its success.
Personal Appearances!
Scheduling now
We have had many requests to visit with bariatric programs and their
support groups. If you would like to book us to speak at your group or
event, please send your request to
info@connectionwls.com .
Please list specifics and date(s) requested.
Online
Support Group Meetings
Support is one of the most important parts of this process. Some
initially felt they only needed it pre-op or in the early stages, but
reality is, even further down the road, you need support to help keep you on
track and to stay focused. Not to mention all of the important things you
can share with others. Join us bi-weekly for online support group meetings
as well.
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