Cathy W. 23 years, 8 months ago

I wanted to congratulate you on your upcoming surgery, I'm sure you are doing a happy dance, accompanied by some "NERVES", but don't worry be happy!!! You are in my thoughts and prayers, I hope everything goes well and you are up and out and about real soon. Cathy Whitmer

LM O. 23 years, 8 months ago

Dear Samar, I am a new "sister", pre-op- still waiting for approval. I am so glad you have a date and will be on the losing side soon. I am a clinical psychologist and I am outraged that your family would treat you so unkindly. It is especially heinous this near your surgery date. It happens more than most of us realize though. My advice, after you heal physically, would be to move into your own place and deal with your family at YOUR comfort level. They come to you and you control the interaction until you feel they treat you fairly. Best of luck with your journey.

charanewme 23 years, 8 months ago

Samar Congratulations you are starting a new chapter in your life to a healthier and thinner you. You are on my thoughts and prayers for a safe and speedy recovery. Charlene

Robin B. 23 years, 8 months ago

Samar, I wish you the best of luck with your surgery. I too am scheduled for surgery on sept 9th and have pre-ops on sept 3rd. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers on the day of our surgery. Like you, I just keep counting the days, wishing it was here already. But I've tried to keep in mind that the waiting is good because it gives us the good opportunity to process everything within ourselves. I am so happy for you to be able to have this surgery. GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY GOD GUIDE AND COMFORT YOU !!!!!!!!!!

Mary R. 23 years, 8 months ago

Dear Sweet Samar, it will all be your past and hopefully forgotten soon. Your mother and sister have not lived in your shoes so they probably don't realize the damage they are doing to you. You will not be a prisoner much longer. You are beautiful now and I know when you lose this weight a new and brighter life will begin for you. Have patience sweet Samar it won't be long now.

JoAnn 23 years, 8 months ago

Samar,, listen to me ok...dont take any mental abuse from any one..for yeasr i took mental abuse from my father for fear i would disrespect him..and you know what hes happy as a clam with outr a care in the world and he made me a basket case... thank god i was blessed with a sence of humor and i have my own family now..my family are far from perfect..the cleavers were not but i swore when i had kids that i would never call them names, belittle them, you be surprise hunny when you become a parent you will be loving, kind, and never beliitle them..go for your surgery huny, get your life together..learn to love yourself and take care of yourself..dont be the way i was mentally abused for years because of my dad..good luck on your surgery and new life...joann

Beverly B. 23 years, 8 months ago

Samara, that talk is unacceptable you have so much to live for!!! Reading your posting took me back to a bad place in my life. I'm currently taking medication for depression due to the trauma i induced as a child. I was over weight during my childhood, I can remember my sisters teasing me because they were small and I was chubby, they would say when i walked the sidewalk would move. Or whatever painful thing they could think of. I would cry to myself when they were sleep. While dating in high school i met my oldest son's father, i wasn't small but i had lost to average size, as history tells the story I got pregnant!!!!! Well I was back to the name-calling and pain all over again. Well after 2 yrs of that I had enough. I left my family along; the X went straight to hell. I decided to change Beverly for Beverly. As time went on I met and married a man that loves me for me. I'm having this surgery for my health and no other reason. (Well I kinda lied I can't wait to wear some huchy moma stuff in front of them) hahaha Smile girl it's going to get better trust me. Now that I have my husband and my children to love he nothing else matters. Love Samara and watch how your life changes. You have a daughter that needs you, together you and her can conquer anything!!!! If you need support just read your profile. Or better yet there are several of us that living right here in Detroit willing to support our sister you. If you're interested we are having a support group meeting 8/24/02. We will help you remember you are not alone!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank god for your life, you are blessed to wake in the morning and sleep in the night. He will answer your prayers just ask him!!!!!!!!!!!! God bless you and I pray for your success.

kylakae 23 years, 8 months ago

Samar, congratulations on your upcoming surgery. My heart and prayers go out to you. May peace and love surround you on your journey and carry you along safely. Remember to drink your water, take your vitamins, walk daily and most importantly, be gentle with yourself along the way. You DESERVE to be thin and healthy. Lastly, don't forget to stop by occasionally and update your profile. As you know, our profiles provide a lifeline to others embarking on this journey. You never know who you might inspire!

DivaDee 23 years, 8 months ago

Dear Dear Samar, I pray that you will make it to the 17th day and have a wonderful successful journey.....and as you lose the weight....just remember that your family may not be so receptive to it either.....but once they start acting different to you after your surgery....thats how you will know that you are losing the weight.....I am speaking of experience here!! Bless you Samar....and may all your wonderful dreams come true for you!1 DEE in AZ

Debra L. 23 years, 8 months ago

Samar, Good luck to you. You are a beautiful person and wish I could give you a big hug and let you know that NO ONE deserves what you are going through with your family. Just remember to try not to be too angry as they are to be pitied. They have no understanding of what is going on with you. Most people have no idea of what is happening everyday with those of us that are/were MO. If you get a chance to come to St. Louis, we'd love to have you for a visit....
About Me
Dearborn, MI
Location
58.9
BMI
RNY
Surgery
09/06/2002
Surgery Date
Jul 10, 2001
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