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March 28, 1999

Sherry,

I know what you opened and that is okay. The thing you weren't supposed to open

is Happy99.exe it is a virus. The post that said don't open it didn't have

Happy99 with it. Don't worry you are safe. Just don't open Happy99, just

delete it.

Wendi

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DON " T OPEN IT!!!!!

Stevie~Mommy to a 10/10/96 & 2/22/99

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March 28, 1999

I opened it before you said not too and it is just your sig line. Was it

supposed to something else?

Sherry

SAHM to (8), (4), Kaitlyn (2), and baby born 12/17/98.

*Breast fed is best fed*

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DON " T OPEN IT!!!!!

Stevie~Mommy to a 10/10/96 & 2/22/99

March 28, 1999

I opened it before you said not too and it is just your sig line. Was it

supposed to something else?

Sherry

SAHM to (8), (4), Kaitlyn (2), and baby born 12/17/98.

*Breast fed is best fed*

(no subject)

DON " T OPEN IT!!!!!

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March 28, 1999

Yep, I looked and it was just a sig line. Nothing to worry about.

maria

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DON " T OPEN IT!!!!!

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March 30, 1999

Pam, I know how you feel about squeezing into places. I reached another

milestone today -- I was able to sit in a restaurant booth at lunch!

This might not be a problem for some of you, but this is the first time

in at least three years that I've been able to sit in a booth and not in

a chair at the end of the table.

Look Pam, if I can squeeze into a booth, you can probably fit on the

rides. Now, if you want to, that's another story! As far as the

walking, I think you'll surprise yourself by how well you'll do. Just

jump in there with a positive attitude that you're going to have a good

time, no matter what you can do!

Hang in there (Vortex or not)!

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March 30, 1999

Trampoline!! That's the one!

I've been eyeing the one in my backyard for the past 2 years. Maybe this

summer...

Katy

March 30, 1999

Trampoline!! That's the one!

I've been eyeing the one in my backyard for the past 2 years. Maybe this

summer...

Katy

March 30, 1999

Ditto. I dream of those days too. And let us not forget - Not

exceeding the weight limit on my kids' trampoline or the pool ladder!!!

Love ya all

Kathy

Kaiser Permente appealing

March 30, 1999

Amy,

I used to buy Hungry Man T.V. dinners and try to convince myself not to cook a

second one. Now I can't even eat 1/2 of a small Lean Quisine...what a change.

There are still times I could kill to be able to enjoy a thick steak, but I've

learned my lesson with Beef and almost all other meats for now. All things come

to those who weight (er, wait)! I have been able to walk by all the Easter

Candy and Chocolate Easter Bunnies at Wal-Mart without a twinge of desire, so

things are looking up! I can't wait to go clothes shopping at the After Easter

sales. I am almost naked (and the world's definitely not ready for that). I

have only bought 2 new outfits in the last 2 years and they are just about

threadbare. I'm still keeping a pair of my old sized pants (holes and all).

That way when I get discouraged at what seems to be my slower progress than

others I can put them on (without undoing the button or zipper) and watch them

fall back off! It doesn't take much to make me happy anymore.

(no subject)

Pam,

What a great sense of humor! I love the comment about your pups and the

left overs! Can't imagine the time, money, etc. that I will save/have after the

surgery....

A

March 30, 1999

Re: , aka SunniAngel...what is her last name? Doesn't she have Humana

for insurance? I too have Humana, and if memory serves me right, she said I

could use her name in getting my approval. Any help?

Re: (no subject)

From: thestewarts@... (Herbert )

Hey ladies,

I only live 30 minutes from Carowinds. We went there last Sunday!!

Since your are so excited you may want to consider season pases

(depending on how far away you live). They only cost about 45 or 50

dollars and it costs about 25 to get in for 1 day!!! The season passes

are good all the way through park closing in October.

I am preop but when I was at Carowinds on Sun, I was dreaming about the

day when I could go and have a good time and not worry about breaking

any of the rides or benches!!!! Good luck

Kathy

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March 30, 1999

I am embarrassed to say that I don't know 's last name. It used to

be , but she is divorced now so I am not sure what she goes by.

I have been trying to find out myself so I can call the hospital and

check on her, she had her surgery today with Dr R. am sure she will be

back online in a few days and she is sooo nice. She will do whatever

she can to help , I am sure.

Kathy

Kaiser Permente appealing

March 30, 1999

Pam,

you know it is so weird. As I read your reply I almost cried with the thought

that someday it could be me. Thanks.

A

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Pam,

What a great sense of humor! I love the comment about your pups and

the left overs! Can't imagine the time, money, etc. that I will save/have after

the surgery....

A

March 30, 1999

Thanks Nan. I have decide to approach this trip as an adventure that at the

least may provide more humorous material for future e-mails. Or as one of

my best friends is fond of saying: " Screw 'em if they can't take a joke! "

I'll give y'all a progress report as soon as I " recover " .

Re: (no subject)

>

>Pam, I know how you feel about squeezing into places. I reached another

>milestone today -- I was able to sit in a restaurant booth at lunch!

>This might not be a problem for some of you, but this is the first time

>in at least three years that I've been able to sit in a booth and not in

>a chair at the end of the table.

>

>Look Pam, if I can squeeze into a booth, you can probably fit on the

>rides. Now, if you want to, that's another story! As far as the

>walking, I think you'll surprise yourself by how well you'll do. Just

>jump in there with a positive attitude that you're going to have a good

>time, no matter what you can do!

>

>Hang in there (Vortex or not)!

>

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March 31, 1999

That's cute...... *S*

Dawn wrote:

> here is a cute link I got from another one of my lists... very

> cute! http://www.nursingmother.com/lighter_side/lighter_side_breast_ad.html

March 31, 1999

That's cute...... *S*

Dawn wrote:

> here is a cute link I got from another one of my lists... very

> cute! http://www.nursingmother.com/lighter_side/lighter_side_breast_ad.html

March 31, 1999

That's cute...... *S*

Dawn wrote:

> here is a cute link I got from another one of my lists... very

> cute! http://www.nursingmother.com/lighter_side/lighter_side_breast_ad.html

April 1, 1999

Dear Tara,

As long as your insurance company is playing " pass the paperwork " and

forwarding it to " their " doctor I would say all hope is not lost, and take

it as a good sign. Somebody (of the umpteen hands your request has gone

through so far, if it's like most insurance companies) saw something that

made them think the situation/request was at least worth a thorough second

opinion....I'd say that's a plus

You know we're all rooting for you, so hang in there. I think all of you

who are playing the " hurry up and wait " game with Big Brother Insurance

deserve medals. Here's a thought to cheer you (or maybe depress you

further....if so, pass the Prozac): Compared with trying to talk " reason "

to the various yo-yo's who are keeper's of the checkbook, the actual WLS

will seem like a " piece of cake. "

At least after your surgery, the only person you'll have to reason with is

yourself. Remember too, your MGB Internet Fan Club will be available at a

push of the button. Hang tough, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

PS: I was just rereading my message here and noticed the " piece of cake "

reference. It hit me that even our catch phrases are designed to make

losing weight hard....just think of all those food references out there in

everyday conversation. IT'S A CONSPIRACY, I TELL YOU......(a little

paranoia never hurt anybody).

(no subject)

>

>I am so glad Bonnie and kathy are doing well! I have to

>admit that I am SOOOOOO jealous. I can't wait to be " on

>the other side " . I hope I am not getting my hopes up

>too high. My insurance company has neither approved,

>nor denied my request yet. Over the past couple of

>weeks they have requested " more information " - and

>yesterday it was handed over to the medical reviewer

>who has contacted one of " their " doctors to ask some

>questions. Is this a good sign or a bad sign? My last

>insurance company did not even consider it - denied

>outright after every appeal. I am just nervous that I

>am going to get my hopes up and then it won't happen.

>Anyone else feel like it is almost too good to be true?

>Sorry to be a downer - I guess I am just in need of a

>little support. I don't want to mention to my hubby -

>cuz I don't want him to get worried. He is very

>supportive - but naturally concerned as well! I hope

>everyone is doing well - Happy Good Friday tomorrow!

> Tara Lynn Dimirsky

> (BMI 42 - surgery tent. scheduled for May 10th)

>

>--- KMusolino@... wrote:

>> From: KMusolino@...

>>

>> Hey everybody--

>>

>> Went by the hospital about 4:00 pm today (Thursday)

>> and saw both Bonnie &

>> .

>> Dr. R came in while I was there, and it was like a

>> reunion. Bonnie was waiting

>> for him to get the final okay to go home.

>> looked and sounded great, and

>> is enjoying those ice chips.

>>

>> Pam, I agree with you. I feel as if my life is

>> totally different, even though

>> I do the same job and take care of the same husband

>> and kids. but I'm

>> different. I'm empowered. I feel in control of

>> myself and my life. It's

>> wonderful.

>>

>> Katy Musolino

>>

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April 1, 1999

Dear Tara,

As long as your insurance company is playing " pass the paperwork " and

forwarding it to " their " doctor I would say all hope is not lost, and take

it as a good sign. Somebody (of the umpteen hands your request has gone

through so far, if it's like most insurance companies) saw something that

made them think the situation/request was at least worth a thorough second

opinion....I'd say that's a plus

You know we're all rooting for you, so hang in there. I think all of you

who are playing the " hurry up and wait " game with Big Brother Insurance

deserve medals. Here's a thought to cheer you (or maybe depress you

further....if so, pass the Prozac): Compared with trying to talk " reason "

to the various yo-yo's who are keeper's of the checkbook, the actual WLS

will seem like a " piece of cake. "

At least after your surgery, the only person you'll have to reason with is

yourself. Remember too, your MGB Internet Fan Club will be available at a

push of the button. Hang tough, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

PS: I was just rereading my message here and noticed the " piece of cake "

reference. It hit me that even our catch phrases are designed to make

losing weight hard....just think of all those food references out there in

everyday conversation. IT'S A CONSPIRACY, I TELL YOU......(a little

paranoia never hurt anybody).

(no subject)

>

>I am so glad Bonnie and kathy are doing well! I have to

>admit that I am SOOOOOO jealous. I can't wait to be " on

>the other side " . I hope I am not getting my hopes up

>too high. My insurance company has neither approved,

>nor denied my request yet. Over the past couple of

>weeks they have requested " more information " - and

>yesterday it was handed over to the medical reviewer

>who has contacted one of " their " doctors to ask some

>questions. Is this a good sign or a bad sign? My last

>insurance company did not even consider it - denied

>outright after every appeal. I am just nervous that I

>am going to get my hopes up and then it won't happen.

>Anyone else feel like it is almost too good to be true?

>Sorry to be a downer - I guess I am just in need of a

>little support. I don't want to mention to my hubby -

>cuz I don't want him to get worried. He is very

>supportive - but naturally concerned as well! I hope

>everyone is doing well - Happy Good Friday tomorrow!

> Tara Lynn Dimirsky

> (BMI 42 - surgery tent. scheduled for May 10th)

>

>--- KMusolino@... wrote:

>> From: KMusolino@...

>>

>> Hey everybody--

>>

>> Went by the hospital about 4:00 pm today (Thursday)

>> and saw both Bonnie &

>> .

>> Dr. R came in while I was there, and it was like a

>> reunion. Bonnie was waiting

>> for him to get the final okay to go home.

>> looked and sounded great, and

>> is enjoying those ice chips.

>>

>> Pam, I agree with you. I feel as if my life is

>> totally different, even though

>> I do the same job and take care of the same husband

>> and kids. but I'm

>> different. I'm empowered. I feel in control of

>> myself and my life. It's

>> wonderful.

>>

>> Katy Musolino

>>

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April 1, 1999

Dear Tara,

As long as your insurance company is playing " pass the paperwork " and

forwarding it to " their " doctor I would say all hope is not lost, and take

it as a good sign. Somebody (of the umpteen hands your request has gone

through so far, if it's like most insurance companies) saw something that

made them think the situation/request was at least worth a thorough second

opinion....I'd say that's a plus

You know we're all rooting for you, so hang in there. I think all of you

who are playing the " hurry up and wait " game with Big Brother Insurance

deserve medals. Here's a thought to cheer you (or maybe depress you

further....if so, pass the Prozac): Compared with trying to talk " reason "

to the various yo-yo's who are keeper's of the checkbook, the actual WLS

will seem like a " piece of cake. "

At least after your surgery, the only person you'll have to reason with is

yourself. Remember too, your MGB Internet Fan Club will be available at a

push of the button. Hang tough, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

PS: I was just rereading my message here and noticed the " piece of cake "

reference. It hit me that even our catch phrases are designed to make

losing weight hard....just think of all those food references out there in

everyday conversation. IT'S A CONSPIRACY, I TELL YOU......(a little

paranoia never hurt anybody).

(no subject)

>

>I am so glad Bonnie and kathy are doing well! I have to

>admit that I am SOOOOOO jealous. I can't wait to be " on

>the other side " . I hope I am not getting my hopes up

>too high. My insurance company has neither approved,

>nor denied my request yet. Over the past couple of

>weeks they have requested " more information " - and

>yesterday it was handed over to the medical reviewer

>who has contacted one of " their " doctors to ask some

>questions. Is this a good sign or a bad sign? My last

>insurance company did not even consider it - denied

>outright after every appeal. I am just nervous that I

>am going to get my hopes up and then it won't happen.

>Anyone else feel like it is almost too good to be true?

>Sorry to be a downer - I guess I am just in need of a

>little support. I don't want to mention to my hubby -

>cuz I don't want him to get worried. He is very

>supportive - but naturally concerned as well! I hope

>everyone is doing well - Happy Good Friday tomorrow!

> Tara Lynn Dimirsky

> (BMI 42 - surgery tent. scheduled for May 10th)

>

>--- KMusolino@... wrote:

>> From: KMusolino@...

>>

>> Hey everybody--

>>

>> Went by the hospital about 4:00 pm today (Thursday)

>> and saw both Bonnie &

>> .

>> Dr. R came in while I was there, and it was like a

>> reunion. Bonnie was waiting

>> for him to get the final okay to go home.

>> looked and sounded great, and

>> is enjoying those ice chips.

>>

>> Pam, I agree with you. I feel as if my life is

>> totally different, even though

>> I do the same job and take care of the same husband

>> and kids. but I'm

>> different. I'm empowered. I feel in control of

>> myself and my life. It's

>> wonderful.

>>

>> Katy Musolino

>>

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April 2, 1999

In a message dated 4/1/1999 7:12:21 PM Central Standard Time,

thestewarts@... writes:

<< My little boy came home last night and told me that he started crying in

school today so I ask why. He said " Cause said you were the

fattest person in the world " I know that the people here can

understand how bad it hurts me = I don't want to do this to my kids. >>

I am fortunate to have preschoolers who I plan to homeschool. I am worried

about their future. My daughter was seriously snacking the other day, and

then said she was hungry for chips. I said, " You can't possibly be

hungry...I thin kyou are bored. We shoudl paint or do something else when we

are bored. " She asked, " Momma, why can't we eat when we are bored. " I said,

" You'll get a tummy like your mother's. " She started crying. I thought it

was because she was horrified at the idea of having a tummy like mine, she

shocked me when she said. " I want to grow up and be just like you! I love

your tummy. " The only really bad experiences she has in regard to weight

have been at auditions. She loves acting, and gets to do al lthe fun

auditions. Mommy has to sit there next to all the skinny moms, while the

kids get ready for the commercial or film audition. The moms all talk about

how stuffed they are after eating half an apple, and going jogging after the

call. MY daughter is absolutely beautiful, and when they call her in, the

casting director and everyone in the room always looks shocked....I get the

" how can YOU be HER mom " look. I've even been asked if she was adopted once.

Noell was confused. People can be mean without realizing.

Tara

April 2, 1999