Taryn

[Guest guest]

Taryn,

Thank you so much for the wondeful post- I really appreciate your thoughtfulness. You remind me so much of myself, esp. when you describe this journey and all that it is, I always feel like your speaking for me! I am so glad that seeing ' pictures gave you encouragement, I know that seeing pictures of other members children inspired me to continue- esp. when you know that tort is not a quick, overnight fix and you worry on a daily basis about progress/lack thereof. You have done such a great job with educating the masses, and has a wonderful mom that has gone the distance to get results. I wish you continued success and applaud you for being such a valuable, contributing member to everyone- your posts are heartfelt and encouraging, and I'll miss your insight but feel great knowing that you are helping others down this long path. is a doll, and I loved seeing her "grow up" before my very eyes. I'll miss you!

'mom

[Guest guest]

Hi, Taryn,

I was born with what I guess is a mild sensinoral loss. I say guess

because my loss wasn't noticed until a hearing test in school when I was in the

third grade. My loss progressed downwardly over the years until I had no

distinction in my right ear (implanted now) and 13% distinction in my left.

(with

hearing aid)

I DO get benefit from the CI - just not the way I had dreamed it.

(perfect hearing) Remember -the dream and the reality may not be the same

thing.

I'm told I expect too much from this technology. I know that is true - but

it's hard not to want what you once had.

I had nothing to lose by getting the CI, and I continue to advocate to

others that, if in the same position, why not? I do get many more

environmental sounds, which help me on a daily basis - and listening with

lipreading is a

bit easier with the CI.

I wish you good luck in your quest for better hearing and easier living!

Jackie (Flash)

[Guest guest]

Taryn -

Just a quick suggestion for the co-workers that keep asking how much

weight - I would tell them you only weigh on the first of the month, then

you only have to announce the weight monthly, and trust me - that first year

they will be amazed at how much you will lose in a month period!!!!!!!!!!!

Also, perhaps by knowing you do it only once a month, they will lose track

of the time and maybe eventually it won't be the " center of conversation " ,

which is what I hated when I first had surgery.

Good luck,

L.

(Used to be TeacherGator)

mgb : July 20, 2000

then: 283 size 26

now: 140 ( +/- 3 lbs either way) size 6 / 8