Guest guest Posted September 11, 2004 Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 Hi Gemello, I am so happy that things are working out between you and Zach. I know that the GB puts such stress on a relationship. It sounds like you had a lot of fun and congratulations on your anniversary. I have watched you blossom into this wonderful and secure person and it is just marvelous. You are such an asset to this group with you wonderful way with words. You know just the right thing to say at any given moment. You deserve so much happiness. Ramona PS I see you keep trying to sneak in a new weight every once in a while. Congratulations on you progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2004 Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 again. gem....you brought a tear to my eyes....thank god zach is realizing that this is all but a journey....and the trials and tribulations will all pass....and make the both of you stronger as you continue the journey...closer....and more in love...god does test us...in all ways...but I find comfort knowing he does know what he is doing... again....congradulations in every phase of your life...!! kisses...barbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2004 Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 again. gem....you brought a tear to my eyes....thank god zach is realizing that this is all but a journey....and the trials and tribulations will all pass....and make the both of you stronger as you continue the journey...closer....and more in love...god does test us...in all ways...but I find comfort knowing he does know what he is doing... again....congradulations in every phase of your life...!! kisses...barbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2004 Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 Hi Gemello, boy that post sure brought back memories…The Sausage Factory!!! I used to live at Castro & Market for about 4 years in the early 90s. My boyfriend at the time, his grandmother owned the building where the Twin Peaks bar is and we lived in the flat right above it. We used to go to The Sausage Factory all the time…you described it perfectly! : - ) I’m so glad things are working out for you in so many areas of your life – you really deserve it! - Lesa - My journey continues My journey continues Our church had a homecoming dance last night, which Zach and I attended. I danced for 2 hours and 45 minutes non-stop; Zach danced about 30 minutes as dancing is not his thing, but he attended for my benefit. I hardly even broke a sweat. I love to dance, but have not done much dancing since my early college days. At one point the DJ played a salsa number, and the dance floor cleared. I love dancing salsa so I continued by myself. Out of the blue, a man named tapped me on my shoulder and said in a delicious Spanish accent, " May I have this dance? " I was floored. Would this have happened 144 lbs ago? I don't think so. To think of it, would I have had the courage to dance by myself 144 lbs ago? Absolutely not. After the song ended, we got a nice round of applause. I couldn't believe it was me who was living that moment. couldn't have known what it meant to me to be OK with being the center of attention. Even Zach applauded and was not jealous at all. In fact, he was happy because he could see how happy I was, grinning from ear to ear. I continue to take baby steps toward embracing a fuller way of life. Before gastric bypass, I would never have gone to a dance let alone felt comfortable enough to dance by myself. And now that I'm moving out of my old comfort zone and making new social contacts, life is embracing me too. I physically fit every place where I used to not fit. Zach and I ate dinner at the legendary Sausage Factory with its teeny tiny seats and small seating areas (in a very beautifully appointed wood paneled n building). I had stopped going there because I couldn't fit in the booths and the tables were so close together (very European in style, very Italian) that it was impossible to get up or walk to the bathroom without hitting another table. I slide in and out of those tiny spaces with ease now. What an enjoyable dinner we had. Our anniversary was wonderful, especially since all the difficulties of the recent past are behind us. Zach has really made a stellar effort to understand the changes I've gone though, and he's making changes in his way of thinking and acting. Thank you all for listening to me bare my soul when those difficulties came. Your support helped me through a very difficult time. Gemello -144 lbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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