Anyone want a weight loss penpal?

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big guy1

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I’d like to offer and receive support one-on-one by regular emails – with weigh-ins, advice - whatever helps both of us get to our goals. I’m a private person and find it difficult to discuss my feelings in an open forum for all to see - I guess that explains why I joined this forum in Sept of 07 and this is my first post. Anyway, I’d like to correspond with someone who has a significant amount of weight to loose. I also feel I would do better with a female. Yes, I’m a guy, but when it comes to personal issues like weight, I’m more comfortable talking with a female. My motive here is weight loss… nothing more. Anyone interested?
 
you can be as open or as anonymous as you want... why not just start a diary... no one has to know who you really are...
 
I just joined today. I would like to have someone to talk to also. I've tried everything and nothing seems to work for me. I made an appointment for next week for a consult for gastric bypass surgery. I don't know if it's the right thing or not, but I feel it's the last straw at this point. I'm so depressed.
 
Hi Legal1, thanks for your response. I tried to PM you, but was unable – it seems I have to have at least 5 posts before I can. Yes, I know where you're coming from. At one point or another, I feel like I’ve tried it all. I've been to a lap-band informational seminar as well as a consultation with my doctor. I guess I chickened out, at least for the time being. Unfortunately, I understand the depression all too well. I deal with it on a daily basis.
 
Sorry for the delay in responding. I was out of town last week due to a family emergency/death in family. I just got back and am now getting caught up on tons of e-mail. Again, sorry for the "non-response."

I was suppose to have my consult with gastric bypass doctor today, but had to cancel due to the family issues which came up. I have rescheduled for next week since they had an opening. I am still interested in seeing how it goes.

How is your journey going Big Guy?
 
No worries. I understand and am very sorry to learn of your loss - family comes first in my book. I know how daunting an inbox choked full of emails can seem after time away. As for your consult, let me know how it goes. In spite of the fact that I once chickened out, I still wonder if WLS is right for me.
 
sorry for your loss, hope that your family could easily accept get over the mourning stage. and go on with your lives. anyway, God be with you and your family:grouphug:
 
Good to hear from you. I'm definitely excited about the upcoming consult. Some of those around me don't support me in my choice to go through with the consult, or anything beyond that. The way I see it, I am the one who is not happy and I should do what makes me happy. I'll let you know how it turns out. I live in Ohio and I am going to the Barix Clinic near Columbus for my consult.
 
Story:
I went to a weight loss clinic, they gave b-12 injections and some lipo injection. I got one every week for 4 weeks. They also have alternatives to the gastric surgery, like lap band and others that would be less expensive.

I dont have that much to lose. So I wasnt interested in that.

Here is the story:
I sat next to a woman who probably weighed 300+. She asked me how long I been coming here and I replied only 1 month. She asked how much I lost and I replied 7lbs. She made a comment that stuck in my head. She said " IF I was your size I would be happy. I replied back "I dont think it matters how much you weigh, you still wont be happy if you know you are overweight.

My advice: Try to lose weight first. Alot of people on this forum have lost alot of weight 100+. Those surgeries are expensive and sometimes dangerous. Read up on this before doing it.

Good luck. Remember everybody on this forum is your friend
 
Pen Pal

Hey I sure would like to have a buddy to chat with I am surrounded by "skinnies" whom have no clue what I am going through so feel free to contact me.
 
Hi bulldog :waving:

I understand what you mean. It sucks being surrounded by people who have no clue. It makes me feels really isolated. I'll send you a PM when I'm able... I have to have a couple more posts.
 
HAve you got the support you needed?

big guy said:
I’d like to offer and receive support one-on-one by regular emails – with weigh-ins, advice - whatever helps both of us get to our goals. I’m a private person and find it difficult to discuss my feelings in an open forum for all to see - I guess that explains why I joined this forum in Sept of 07 and this is my first post. Anyway, I’d like to correspond with someone who has a significant amount of weight to loose. I also feel I would do better with a female. Yes, I’m a guy, but when it comes to personal issues like weight, I’m more comfortable talking with a female. My motive here is weight loss… nothing more. Anyone interested?
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Hello ,my name is Diane and I am 44, married with 3 kids (third marriage) and struggling as per usual to lose 5 stone. i recently joined yet another slimming class thinking this will be the time I succeed,I have done that so many times before.I really want to succeed but have never had a friend or anyone to try and slim with which makes it hard. i dont really mix well or have any friends who live nearby so lack support in this area.
 
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Hi Ya. My name is April and i live in New Zealand. Im trying to find a pen pal to help each other lose weight but its tricky to find any web sites so my fingers are crossed that im not to late to get you writing to me and lossing weight together. Im hoping to hear from you soon. Cheers April.
 
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