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ginawins's Blog
Sept. 10 2008
I replied to a post yesterday from a new member who was feeling remorseful and having some discomfort. After reading what I read, I decided to put it on my blog so I and others will NEVER FORGET: REMEMBER, the pain of walking in a room when you didn't want to see the look on someones face because you had gained 40 or more lbs since you saw them last, REMEMBER, the feeling when you were approaching a turnstyle and the absolute fear you wouldn't fit through, REMEMBER, the pills you are taking because of the illnesses caused by obesity, REMEMBER, the downpours of sweat while trying to find an outfit that made you look less fat because you have to go to that event, REMEMBER, the fear when you went to the doctor because after all, how long can you stay at that obese weight before the doctor tells you, you are going to die, REMEMBER all the things that brought you to where you are today, post surgery, bless you, how lucky you are to be a post op. Bless you your weight is going to start dropping off, bless you, this pain or uncomfort is going to pass and you will run not walk, feel high not sad and be more FREE then you ever thought possible. BE POSITIVE, Get your head into a positive place and your mind too. One helps the other, your doctor did his work and now you must do yours. Keep the big picture in mind it's not where you are at this moment, it is where you are going. I am a little over four months ahead of you, more then half way to my goal and living on the softest, brightest and pinkest cloud g-d has ever made. YOU ARE ON YOUR WAY! Your post op, be thankful. Gina : ) 7 Comment(s)
Comment by lckaci78 on Sep 11, 2008 at 11:27am
Gina,
Thanks so much for posting your letter that won over the insurance. I have a dear friend that has been battling BCBS IL for the 6 month prediet. After reading your letter, it sounded so much like Stephiejo, that I stopped at her house last night to encourage her to appeal the decision. She called me back last night with a kicka** letter to the appeals board. Of course she used your letter as a template, and added a few things that were specific to her. Just wanted to let you know that you are an inspiration to others to be proactive, and to not take no as an answer Comment by outlawsgal on Sep 14, 2008 at 11:43am
Hi Gina , What an inspirational message !!! Thank You for sharing !!! Hugs, Michele
Comment by newstacy on Sep 16, 2008 at 07:31am
Wow, Gina - what an awesome pep talk! GO RNY! :)
Comment by FlourPower on Sep 26, 2008 at 04:44am
Gina you hit the nail on the head with this one!!
Chrissy Comment by happygirl9682 on Oct 10, 2008 at 07:41pm
So true Gina! Post ops are sooo lucky because they got through the hard part- Insurance Approval...(((HUGS))
Comment by chrisalyssaryan on Nov 07, 2008 at 06:58am
Gina,
I am just about 2 weeks post-op and going through an emotional roller-coaster. I am not having any complications and feel 100% back to normal. I know I am lucky and I thank god that I feel so great especially since I have 3 kids at home that need their mommy. I am wanting to eat all the things that I can not and I am struggling with my own mental battles. Thank you for posting this. I am going to copy it to my page so that I can read it all the time. Keep up all your good work. You look amazing. I can not wait to be where you are now! -Melody Login to leave a comment. << Blog Home |
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I never want to forget...and posting on my profile...shows me just how far I've come!! Remember...NEVER LET DOWN OUR GUARD!!!
Love ya...Barb