hello everyone .... And thanks for sticking around. From someone that's been on this site for a long time.... Since 2009.... from time to time a change is needed.... We should never let a few bad apple spoil the whole bunch.

Never is it ok to allow any person/persons to make anyone feel bullied, belittled, unimportant, dumb... Etc. We are all here for basically the same reason.... To be with people that have been in our shoes... We all started at the same place. We were all obese and looking to make a change in our lives for the better. We found this site looking for answers. Answers to questions no matter how large or small. I'm sure if you thought of the question... someone else is thinking it too but may be afraid to ask. NO ONE has all the answers.

So I say.... ask... I'm sure someone here may have an answer... if not, must of us will say... Check with your DR.

So stick around... there are still plenty of the Vet's here with years and years of experience, knowledge and advice to give. Lots of amazing people here with amazing success stories to aspire too...

I'm not going to say the thought of leaving didn't cross my mind... it did. I was going to only because i didn't like the drama..... Then that night I got a PM asking if a member could share my Before/Afters with a coworker... I said sure and the next message was how encouraged he said she was to start her very own journey. THAT.. makes it all worth it... so I stay to try and encourage those who are to come behind me, like I was encouraged all the years ago...

Well I don't know what you're reading but I personally went to the other site it's confusing as hell

They definitely need a "view new posts" function.

Summer.... I'm a creature of habit. And a believer in ..... if it's not broke don't fix it

I'm going to stay right here

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Glad to see a group of core vets stick around. I feel like we certainly are available for specific questions.

I've been here for years and chose not to participate in sniping....or sexual innuendo... just not me.

Happy to come here to read supportive posts... I count on it!

It is a major help to me almost daily.

I hope others feel that way. And use this site selectively for their information.

Summer.... I'm a creature of habit. And a believer in ..... if it's not broke don't fix it

I'm going to stay right here

You got me wrong. I didn't suggest that you should start posting at OH as well. I don't like the boards because I hate the format and a "view new posts" function would increase usability a whole lot.

Edited January 30, 20179 yr by summerset

Oh ok. I got ya now. Lol

Thanks for sticking around summer and Julie


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Well, I am so glad I missed all of that stuff!! I'm glad we still have decent peeps here. I'm not going any where.

Just because someone is "new" doesn't mean they give bad advice or know nothing.

Just because someone is a "vet" doesn't mean they know everything and give the right advice.

There are so many different reasons why people are successful or why they lost weight and kept it off. One size does not fit all.

For example, many eat low carb and are doing great. While others eat carbs and are successful too.

My Dr recommends tons of vegetables after the first few months in addition to nuts, seeds, and Beans with no artificial sweeteners and limited dairy (which is a staple for most of us post op)

For some that would be unheard of.

Every Dr and every person have different needs and programs.

While I'm sure many appreciate and welcome successful people's opinions, the world is not coming to an end and there will be others with good, sound advice.

Give people a chance. Let it go.

There are still some great vets with great advice around. There are even newbies with great advice!

Yes there are many that give good and bad advice. Just like many Drs have drastically different plans and advice.

Just be kind. You never know what that person is going thru.

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Thank you vets for sticking around. I looked at the other site and prefer this one. Also I really don't care for drama.

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Well said ssze. And you are correct just because a person has been around a long time doesn't mean they have all the answers. And I welcome a fresh view point

Paradise thanks for staying

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Just because someone is "new" doesn't mean they give bad advice or know nothing.

Just because someone is a "vet" doesn't mean they know everything and give the right advice.

There are so many different reasons why people are successful or why they lost weight and kept it off. One size does not fit all.

For example, many eat low carb and are doing great. While others eat carbs and are successful too.

My Dr recommends tons of vegetables after the first few months in addition to nuts, seeds, and Beans with no artificial sweeteners and limited dairy (which is a staple for most of us post op)

For some that would be unheard of.

Every Dr and every person have different needs and programs.

While I'm sure many appreciate and welcome successful people's opinions, the world is not coming to an end and there will be others with good, sound advice.

Give people a chance. Let it go.

There are still some great vets with great advice around. There are even newbies with great advice!

Yes there are many that give good and bad advice. Just like many Drs have drastically different plans and advice.

Just be kind. You never know what that person is going thru.

Deserves a full quote.

I for one am happy here. Sure, I may joke around a little when responding to posts but it is never meant to be cruel or mean. It is supposed to help lighten the mood. Yes WLS is a very serious issue, but if you are serious 100% of the time it is no fun. This is a new life style for all of us. And just because somebody has had the surgery a long time ago doesn't mean that they know everything. I appreciate their input however if my surgeon or nutritionist tells me to do it one way I shouldn't be belittled about it.

The other site is confusing...I checked it out also. I personally love this site. Everyone has their on opinions and suggestions. I have been one to hold back on here in fear of being ridiculed and drug under a bus for asking a "stupid" question.

Well I don't know what you're reading but I personally went to the other site it's confusing as hell and if you don't agree with the mediators they simply just delete your comments without a reason.
What comic relief are you talking about I don't see anything funny on this site right now that would deserve being called comic relief. This is the site for people who want to come here and ask questions and hopefully get answers without being ridiculed. I guess I'm just one of the people who didn't drink the Kool-Aid and follow the so-called leaders I'm glad that I can think for myself and make my own choices


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The other site is confusing...I checked it out also. I personally love this site. Everyone has their on opinions and suggestions. I have been one to hold back on here in fear of being ridiculed and drug under a bus for asking a "stupid" question.

Well I don't know what you're reading but I personally went to the other site it's confusing as hell and if you don't agree with the mediators they simply just delete your comments without a reason.

What comic relief are you talking about I don't see anything funny on this site right now that would deserve being called comic relief. This is the site for people who want to come here and ask questions and hopefully get answers without being ridiculed. I guess I'm just one of the people who didn't drink the Kool-Aid and follow the so-called leaders I'm glad that I can think for myself and make my own choices

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The only stupid question is the one that isn't asked.

absolutly @@Redmaxx I do the same, joke around and have fun. We use to have a lot of fun here. And rarely did any one get truly upset.

I for one own when I miss speak or even think i may have hurt someone's feeling. I will be the first to say Sorry and lets agree to disagree.

And all WLS patients should listen to their doctor.... Now if something just doesn't sit well with me... i will of course come here and ask and see what people have to say. But the most important thing is that i listen to MY body.

you guys are right on...... Weneebug.... i agree. And when people are afraid to ask, that's when it's time to figure out why and make the changes for the better of the Whole... not just some