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budtravf: Great Story even greater pictures! December 26, 2009 8:57PM Donia: Hello, I am about to embark on my journey of losing 150 pounds. I have already lost 50 from my highest weight of 375 and I'm 5'3. I am feeling very nervous about the loose skin that will be left and I ran across your site. Thank you so much for having the courage to post all of your progress photos. It helps more than you may realize. I am sitting with tears in my eyes. Not only for you, knowing what you've gone through, but for the hope that perhaps I will be as successful some day. Thank you again, Donia December 26, 2009 5:16PM Brad Morgan: Hi I don't know you (Mr. Obvious here) but came across your pictures and felt like I just had to comment on your weight loss and new modeling career. You look amazing and should be so very proud of what you have overcome to get to where you are. I have stuggled with my weight my whole life and am getting close to my goal. Thanks for sharing what you have done. you have truly inspired me to keep going and reach my goal...Brad August 15, 2009 12:02PM RIchard Ball: Hi, Hope all is goint well. Tired to get with you this week but you didn' answer your email. How are you feeling? Hope we can get together soon. Thanks. July 1, 2009 4:09PM Kim: Thank you for documenting your incredible journey! The web is full of vague references and what I have been looking for are answers. Your site provided that - and a window into my own pain, fears, hopes, and dreams. Things I couldn't bear to bring myself to think about are here both good and unbelievably bad. Seeing that you handled it and not only survived but flourished makes me feel like it's not impossible. All I can say is you are amazing! November 3, 2008 6:42PM Dawn R Bacso: OMG you look fantastic. What a great role model. I hope I look good as you someday. Thanks, Dawn April 29, 2008 1:07AM lenalg: Thank you so much for sharing these pictures; how wonderful and brave you are. My biggest fear is dealing with sagging skin - I need to lose about 130lbs and I am terrified of the consequences. You've come a long way indeed. R-E-S-P-E-C-T. February 15, 2008 12:17AM Cathi-Lee: what an awesome site, your pics don't tell the whole story, but they leave ppl with jaws dropped, and not for eating! I can't wait to get to know you and share my journey also God Bless Cathi-lee January 27, 2008 2:17AM Richard Waters: I bow before you in awe! September 17, 2007 12:50PM long island kate: So darling NO! i was not staring at your pineapples but dare I say YUM YUM just kidding sweetie you look great and your photos my dear are AWSUM!!!!!! August 7, 2007 7:42PM long island kate: dahhling your photogr August 7, 2007 7:39PM John: ... seen you in the weight loss group of Yahoo ! ... and all that I can say is .... WOW ! ... YOU are a true inspiration for all to lose weight and feel better about themselves ! ...... you take incredible photos ! ... and the trials and tribulations you went thru ! .... and did not quit ! .... what a Journey ! .... I Thank You for letting me see this ! ... you are a true inspiration ! .. God Bless ! July 15, 2007 9:15PM Kaye: What an inspiration you are, Caroline. I am two months out of WLS starting at 404 lbs. Your photos are like lights in my path. I'm still feeling "imprisoned" but I'm hearing the jingling of the keys to the cell! Thank you for your courage and generous spirit. July 5, 2007 6:50PM Carl Nielsen: WOW! What an amazing Journay. You are a brave, beautiful and very sexy woman. Love your photography work as well. Thanks for sharing this. Carl June 15, 2007 6:56AM Michele: Caroline, I have a consultation with Dr. Katzen this week. Did he do most of your work? You look great! April 30, 2007 12:07AM mcarryon1: You’re truly an inspiration. When I feel I’m falling behind I track myself with your journey and find I’m on track or in the range. Thanks so much for sharing Marie Carrion Whittier CA April 20, 2007 9:50PM Stacy: I just want to say thank you so much for the wealth of information you have put out there about your weight loss experience. I am just starting my journey--I have my first consultation with the Bariatric Surgeon On 2/2/07. Your pics are so inspiring and I will refer to your page frequently to get all the good tips! Congratulations to you, you look fabulous!!! January 28, 2007 8:15AM Eva Morales: Dear Caroline, I want to congratulate a great woman of so much courage and good will besides a very lovely person to spend time with. I'll be expecting to see you soon, probably at Fiddler's or any other Karaoke Contest. Hey Girl, I want to see the pictures you took of me and Tom P. I didn't see them here. Please email me and let me know, where are you at, to come and see you. love and The best for you Eva December 4, 2006 9:44PM elana: Mi mensaje es en espanol espero lo entiendas la verdad es que eres muestra de fuerza y persistencia digna de admirar,yo pienso tener mi cirugia pronto y mas ahora que me has llenado de fuerzas y admiracion despues de verte y conocerte un poco,te deceo lo mejor y me gustaria un dia poder hablar contigo felicidades!!!!!!!! November 19, 2006 7:54PM Mary: Thank you so much for your bravery!!! I begin the first of my procedures next month and this website has been so informative and such an inspiration. Bless you for sharing your photographs. September 18, 2006 6:51PM Fran: I think it's great you inspire me, one day i hope to be that thin! i am on the road to that journey:-)Health,Love,and Happiness. August 28, 2006 7:59PM Robby: you are a joy to behold and an inspiration of unequaled magnitude. I have lost and gained a hundred pounds about 3times in the last 6yrs. having decided on WLS I was hesitant because of issues that may arise with hanging skin. seeing your photos and knowing I can surgically take care of those I am now ready and inspired and cannot thank you enough for sharing those photos July 30, 2006 5:14AM kourtney: Caroline you look great and you are an inspiration. i have the wls and a number of reconstructive procedures, but looking at you shows me i have no limit at looking great. I plan on starting some weight training to assist in shaping and sculpting my body as you've done. The surgery can all do so much , that a learn that I've learned. I would love to view your reconstructive surgery photos and contiune with the excellent work. You have by far been the best inspiration for me. thanks so much for sharing July 3, 2006 3:21PM Robin Adams: Caroline, I am scheduled for lap rny on July 25th and I must say that your website has been an inspiration. I got the password for your photos from obesityhelp.com have misplaced it. Could you email it to me? July 2, 2006 7:02PM ~Mary~: The butterfly is ermerging once again my friend! The photos are wonderful! You look very comfortable INFRONT of the camera. That's what it's all about! (~M~) June 19, 2006 12:00AM Mike: Caroline, Your weightloss journey is remarkable. I'm still new with my lapband but I can only hope to have same succes as you had. All of your pictures are terrific and you're a beautiful woman. Keep up the great success! Mike June 5, 2006 5:41PM Gloria: May God Bless and fill your life with peace and hapiness. After all that you have endured, your resolve and courage are nothing short of heroic. May 31, 2006 8:10AM Zara Miller: I am 5 years post op and have not reached my goal...but after finding a great doc here in PA, I know goal will be reached. Just slowly now. THANK YOU for sharing your reconstruction photos! That was amazing. May 24, 2006 4:51AM arnold: Oh My, You have to be so so happy to have such a tremendous support at home. WOW what a hard and long sacrific on your part and your support. I am one that has always said to accomplish a goal you munt have the shills, training, desire and most important SUPPORT..your TEAM really was there for you. Much Success in the future and GOOD LUCK in your singing...I love music..I just can not carry a tune..so once again I admire one that does. Arnold April 22, 2006 5:11PM Mr. Magoo: Meow...meow...meow! Now I'm bigger than you too....you're as small as a mouse...yum, yum....Love, your little godkitty on Long Island. April 5, 2006 6:17PM Dave: Caroline, I am so happy for you. The artwork was a nice surprise. I tried to get on your website (caroline@abutterflyemerges.com), but no luck. Still would like to send you that song! March 9, 2006 11:45PM kimmy: Hey girl. Its me kimmy from Fids (well) i used to work there!! contact me id love to keep in touch, you got my email now! Your pics are awesome-keep up the good work!! kimmy February 21, 2006 10:07AM Jana: Dear Caroline, I found your groups on Yahoo and signed up tonight, then followed your link here. Wow! You look amazing, and I would never have guessed at what all you've been through! Your body is fantastic and your heart and soul shine with the understanding and encouragement you are sharing with others. Thank you! Could you e-mail the password for your PS albums when you get the chance. I know that when I'm done losing all my excess weight I will need a breast lift, abdominoplasty and panniculectomy or even full body lift - and who knows about the thighs and arms. ??? They are already wrinkly (and I'm 43 so there's not much elasticity to bounce back). :0) I am thrilled to see what can be done when you have the desire to see it through... Your sister in WLS, Jana Lap RNY 10/24/05 265/212/130ish -52 1/2 lbs! February 16, 2006 12:57AM Debbie: Caroline, You are so courageous. I am waiting for my last consult before getting my surgery date. I'm nervous yet a little excited. The pics have helped me alot. I know what I can expect. You look wonderful. Could you please email me the password. I have misplaced it and wanted to see the last pics of PS 4. You are my inspiration. February 7, 2006 9:08AM Sheila: Caroline, I am having gastic bypass in 7 days and you are such an inspiration to me! I can't even begin to tell you how much seeing your success has boosted my excitement! Thanks for taking the time to share you story. It has meant the world to me! February 7, 2006 1:19AM Mary in Mississippi: I just wanted to say wow...congrats on your new body and the rest of your life! I came across your profile on OH website. Thank you for being so open and sharing your life with others who struggle. You're inspirational! January 21, 2006 2:25PM Wendell Edwards: Absolutely inspirational! My wife and I are both on the journey, I am post-op 16 months. We would like to be able to see the reconstructive surgery photos, as we have many questions about those proceedures. Might I add, you are the most courageous person I have ever seen in the WLS arena. Your documentation is the most extensive I have ever seen, and the most powerful message to people like us! Wendell Edwards January 16, 2006 11:36AM Wanda: Your journey is amasing. God Bless you for all of your hard work and your ability to share everything with the rest of us. I am currently doing the requirements of my insurance company. Hopefully I will have a WLS date sometime in April or May. Thank you again for inspiring me. Sometimes I think there is no way I can do this but you make me think I can. Thank you again. Wanda January 5, 2006 12:11PM Anna: Thank you for sharing your story and being so open about everything :) Wish you all the best, greetings from Iceland! January 4, 2006 9:44AM Debbie Ross -SLOWTYPER: Thanks SOO much for all your pictures they are such a help to many.It helps to have visuals when one is contaplating any of these procedures. You look BEAUTIFUL! What an inspiration you are. May your higher power keep blessing you in all your years to come.Debbie Ross in Delaware aka SLOWTYPER in main chat.(((HUGS))) January 2, 2006 8:28PM Shawna: Caroline, you've done an amazing job with all your weight loss. Your an inspiration to us all! December 20, 2005 8:40PM Sharlene Pitts: Great Job! Please email me with WLS advise, I am struggling. 3 WK post op November 25, 2005 8:10PM Maria Victor: Caroline, Wow! You are a great at chronicleing your experiences. Love your site and your energy. Thanks Im 21/2 years post bypass RNY lost 80 lbs started at 238 and looking to have my TT and breast lift in Jan 06. Your site has given me lots of info even though Im a nurse I still have lost of questions about everything thanks for the links also. Im sorry about your dissapointment at not getting all your surgeries now. I will pray for you. I think you are fantanstic. Thank you so much for being so brave and telling your story. November 20, 2005 8:13PM Diana S.: I really enjoyed the pictures, it sure does take me back, to before my surgery and now. I sure hope my plateu ends soon. November 14, 2005 6:07PM Linda Hawthorne: Caroline, How is it possible to view your plastic surgery photos? October 2, 2005 8:49PM Mindy: Carol.. what a GREAT friend you were to John, the memorial site is wonderful! I'm so sorry to hear of his loss, while trying so hard to make his own dreams come true. I had my surgery Aug 16 of last year.. 2004 and I'm just about at goal, but still have a little ways to go. Then will be heading the route of some reconstructive surgery, which is why I was at you site.. and its been extremely helpful to me!!! Thanks so much..for being the YOU that you are! :) mindyPA October 2, 2005 7:38PM LaWanda: Caroline, how sad to hear of the loss of your friend. I "found" your site by way of obesityhelp.com when you responded to my post. I'm truly glad God lead me here. You are truly an inspiration to more people than you know. Congratulations on your outstanding weight loss success. And may you always glory in these great results. Blessings to you and yours. Remember that absence from the body means presence with the Lord. La Wanda October 1, 2005 6:43AM Cheri Melone: Caroline, I am so sorry for the loss of your friend. Your pictures are outstanding. Every time we are put under we all have that fear that this may be our time. God must have called hime for a reason. I have just beem diagnosed with my 6th hernia. The nurse would not give me any more info because the Dr is on jury duty and she said she doesn't understand the rest of the results. This only means to me that this will be surgery number 5 since Jan of '02. May God bless you and all of us. Cheri September 30, 2005 1:06PM Tigger: I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. What a wonderful memorial you have prepared for him. The first thing I noticed in the pictures were his smile. I know that's on the outside and that on the inside can be different thing, but he truly seemed to be a wonderful person. September 29, 2005 4:19PM michelle: your pictures are amazing. thank you for sharing. I'm researching plastic surgery right now. thanks. michelle September 28, 2005 12:10PM Anne Welch: Dear Caroline, Thank you for building this wonderful site and for sharing of yourself so generously. I am really touched by the love and beauty so apparent in these pictures. May God bless you, and John Ott, and anyone who is brave enough to honor their dreams. Anne September 26, 2005 7:38AM Debbie Barton: I wanted to tell you how sorry i am to hear about your friend John. I am new to this site and am waiting on the first stages of approval for the surgery. I will pray for you. Debbie September 25, 2005 11:25PM Lisa: Caroline, What a beautiful tribute to your friend.I'm so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you and all who loved him.He'll be with you always... Lisa September 25, 2005 2:22AM vivian allen: My sympathy goes out to you. Being in God's memory is the safest place a human can be. Jesus said of Lazurus, "He is sleeping". Sleeping in death awaiting his resusurrection. May God keep you and comfort you at this time. September 24, 2005 10:58AM Carol McKenzie: I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. He is at peace and with God now. September 23, 2005 6:15AM Loraine May: I am so sorry to hear of your friends passing away. I guess we all know the surgical risks going into it, but never think its really going to happen to us. I felt as though John did, of course I wanted the positive outcome, but I was ready to meet the Lord as well if it was his will. I was so obese that I knew I was dying anyhow and I would be greatful for God to take me to ease my suffering, if the wls was not to be for me. But I thank God everyday that it worked for me with no complications and I am down 126 pounds in 4 months. I sure wish John were here to share in all of our successs and we could share in his as well. But we will meet again soon in a much better peacefull place. He is free from his burden of the weight and running around heaven chasing clouds and keeping and eye on all of us. Thank you for sharing these incredible pictures. Laura from Ohio. September 23, 2005 2:03AM Arecia: Hi Caroline I just want to thank you for allowing me to look into your life as you progressed after your WLS. I am 10 mos post-op and down 120lbs with 80 more to lose. I was online looking for more info about plastic surgery after WLS and found your website and your pictures has helped me trememdously. I know i'm going to need EVERYTHING lifted when i finally reach my goal wt, so thank you again for the insight and the knowledge of what i have to look forward to. September 15, 2005 7:14AM Jessica: Caroline, Thank you so much for sharing your WLS and PS stories and pictures. My WLS was in '97 and I just finished my third round of plastic surgery and I've been feeling like no one else understands what I'm going through. Now I know I am not alone. I'm looking forward to hearing more about your continuing journey. -- Jessica September 5, 2005 9:47AM Jaye: Carolina, I am speachless! Beleive me that is unheard of coming from me. Just ask my husband or anyone who knows me. I just do not have the words to explain how lucy I am to have seen your PS surgery pics. I am litte over one year out of RNY. I have lost 105 pounds and need PS. You are an inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing with all of us. Yesterday I went for my first consultation about PS. The picture taking was horrible. I thought that was so embrassing and I felt so humiliated. Not from the staff, just from myself. I hope you know how much seeing your pictures have help me. It has given me strength, determination and hope. God Bless You!! I would love to talk with you also, if you could email me back on any advise and help I would greatly appreciate it. I know I do not have as much skin as you have but I can tell you I too have had the gastric by pass for life saving reasons. I have been able to come off blood pressure meds and insulin. I feel so much better lol look who I am saying this too. I need help in finding the right doctor and knowing what to do and how to go about it etc. Please if you have the time email me at Jaye8005@cs.com. You look woderful, I am so proud of you. Best wishes always. Have a Blessed Life in Jesus! Jaye September 3, 2005 5:21PM Janette Kennedy: Thank you for sharing your pictures! I found them frightening, but enlightening. jk September 2, 2005 6:19AM Cassie: You look fantastic!!! I was trying to look at some pictures and It said I needed a password. So I guess there's more to it then the ones I have already seen... at anyrate... I just wanted to tell you that you look fablous! I can't wait to be on that side of this mess! Congrats! August 29, 2005 5:16PM Elaine Brynsaas: Caroline, Wow!! You have gone through a lot but you look super super super!! I had my LBL April 14, 05 and am now having a medial thigh lift done on Sept. 26. Sure could use any imput you might like to share!! Hope pharse 4 goes well for you in Oct. My doctor tells me the thigh lift will be lots easier than my LBL where they took off 20 pounds. Somehow I just can't believe that. Thanks for sharing your pictures. I would really they to hear from you if you have any time. Thanks in advance for any and all advise. Take Care Elaine August 22, 2005 6:25PM jeannieF: Congratulations caroline. You look absolutely gorgeous. I had my surgery on july 2005. Doing good so far. August 19, 2005 3:55PM Julie Myers: Hello Caroline, You are my HERO!!! I had WLS on June 22, 2004 and so far have lost 125 lbs. It was the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I found your profile on obesityhelp.com before my surgery and you were a great inspiration to me to see it through. I am now contemplating having the PS done too, if I don't chicken out. I am very interested in learning what I am in for if I decied to go through with it and I would love to talk to you more about it sometime. I am on MSN instant messanger and on AOL instant messanger, maybe we could talk sometime. Anyway, keep being as beautiful as you are and God Bless you, your friend in weightloss. Julie Myers August 10, 2005 8:08AM Denae Baeza: What an amazing person you are! I would love to see your reconstruction journey pictures, but it needs a password. I had a breast lift and thinking of a tummy tuck. August 4, 2005 3:02PM Mary Lilley-Thompson: Caroline, Thank you so much for sharing this very personal journey. I'm overwhelmed with all you've gone through. Your smile radiates. August 1, 2005 4:39PM Deana Heatherly: I have been reading your story and I can only hope that I do as well as you have done. Would love to see all of your pics but some are password protected, my i please have the pass word so i may continue with your store. August 1, 2005 8:08AM Jan aka Janet Moyer: Hi Caroline, I emailed you once before. I'm a member of the UPENN-WLS@yahoo support group. Just happened to see your recent email and went to look at your newly remodeled home in Pa. You are certainly right in saying that it just exudes charm and character. You guys have done a great job on the house and now it's really a home. Hope you are both very happy in your new home in PA. Sincerely, Jan July 31, 2005 12:37PM Jesika: Thank you. I'm starting my journey with WLS. Your pics and information on what helped you were great. Thanks again for sharing your journey! July 26, 2005 11:07PM Dorise: Caroline... thank you for sharing your pics. You look terrific and I realize there is so much we can nip and tuck, but you have become a beautiful butterfly at a great cost of pain and hard work. Dorise July 25, 2005 11:19PM Toni: I have just completed me pre-op for a gastric bypass....a friend of mine send me ur webpage and I have poored over it. I was wondering if you'd email me the passwards so I can see the rest of the photos. I am heavier than you were. Im 370 pounds. I have a spinal problem that my weight is making worse. My weight is now also causing other medical problems...ie. diebetes, high bloodpreasure etc. Thank you for posting ur journel! Its helped me much more then just talking to my Drs. Im encouraged. July 25, 2005 5:10AM leah: You look so good! Wow Congrats!! i would also like to share my TT pictures with you. email me :) June 27, 2005 12:51PM cindi Norbut: Caroline, I would like to write to you about a question I have. I had a medial thigh lift and ended up with an egg size knot and was wondering if it was the same thing you had on your thigh?? What did yours end up being..sarcoma or sernoma...what is that??? Thanks cindi June 25, 2005 2:00PM Heather: Thank you so much for all the hard work you did on your site. I am 2 weeks post op. It is good to see what I have to look foward to. You look great. June 22, 2005 9:11AM Annie Mar: I am considering having an armlift and a thigh lift...I had the DS in June 04...I would very much like to see your pics, only the website won't take my password...is there another?? I would also like the info on your surgeon, where you went for the surgery and how much it cost? -Annie- June 20, 2005 7:53AM Pat Schnatterly: Caroline, I visited here and also your web page. I think you would make an excellant program coordinator and I hope your are able to pursue that ave. I also enjoyed seeing the amazing transformation. I've lost 75 so far in 4 months. I have approx. 110 more to go. Already the skin is pooling even though I am working out at a gym. The plastic surgeons in CA are some of the most creative I think because they do so much of it there. I will definately be looking into it. Have a nice day now and thanks for sharing your photos June 12, 2005 4:41PM Lina: I just want to tell you thank you for sharing your journey. I have my appoinment with the surgeon tomorrow for my WLS and it has been very encouraging to watch you go through all of this. June 8, 2005 11:43PM Melissa: I'm 6 months out and have lost 85lbs. I'm looking into reconstructive surgery. Any tips on how to get ins. to help pay for it? June 7, 2005 8:52AM Michele: Hi! I am still pre-op but I have to tell you what an inspiration you are! and in your pics, you glow! not only do you look so much differant, you look so much HAPPIER!!! HUGE congrats on your loss! Michele. June 6, 2005 5:15PM Kristina Hand: Hi Caroline just signing your guest book; you are such an inspiration. I think of you often. I had my final pre-surgery procedure (endoscopy) and am now just waiting...to hear if/when I will get a date. I have been following your PS journey and I so appreciate all your sharing. Keep up the good work! Kristina in Oakland CA June 4, 2005 10:36PM debbie: Planning on rny in Aug. Have very large butt an thighs. Read about your experience on Obesity.com. June 3, 2005 9:54AM Renee: hey caroline, how do we view your pics of your reconstructive surgery? i have lost 150 pounds an am getting ready to research the reconstructive part.....just courious how you look - from what i see in the before and after YOU LOOK AWESOME! congratulations! renee June 2, 2005 3:06PM Cheryl: You're a great inspiration. June 2, 2005 2:03PM Stephanie: Hello... a friend recommended me to your site to view your plastic surgery journey photos, but she didn't mention anything about a password. I'm getting ready to have gastric bypass surgery and the excess skin is a concern of mine, so seeing your photos would be very beneficial to me. Is there any way I could get the password to view those albums? I'd really appreciate it. Thanks so much. My e-mail is aLeiRaS7@aol.com. Thank you. -Stephanie June 1, 2005 6:43PM Shellianne: Hi Caroline, I've been watching your progress since my surgery and you are an inspiration!! Thank you for the guts it took to share your progress with the world. Thank you! June 1, 2005 6:26PM Janet aka Jan Moyer: Caroline, Congratulations on doing so well with the WLS. You truly show us all how much we can accomplish! May 30, 2005 8:59PM solveig rey: Hello Caroline, 5 months postop in BElgium and member of OH since the beginning. You look terrrriffffic!!!Congratulations. Can you give me tips when considering plastic surgery: where and how do I start? May 30, 2005 4:06AM sharron jensen: AM GOING TO HAVE A LOWER BODY AND THIGH LIFT SOON May 29, 2005 9:39PM Jen: Hi Caroline, I have followed your journey for months now and suddenly can't view many of your inspirational pics. I tried my Picturetrail password but am still unable to view - any suggestions? Thanks, Jen May 29, 2005 6:03PM debra uher (deb125): I just wanted you to know you look wonderful. You been though so much and you deserve to look wonderful. I am hoping to get a tummy tuck. I have lost 104 pounds and everything as fallen (it seems) I do have thoses bat wings but i can live with that. Sagging butt and gagging inter tighes but i will have to live with that. i've had a breast reduction Before wls. I was told by my insurance company thay wls was only for ppl over 300 pounds or more so i had the breast reduction. Until i found obesityhelp site i did not know any diffrnt. I then found out i could get wls and my insurance would cover it. So now my little breast has fallen down. Thay look like tubes now. But, I can live with that also. As much as i would love a lift. But, I can say wls was worth every minute. You look just wonderful. I know you are have work so hard. I want to look at your pictures but i don't have your password to get in. I don't see it in your profile. Thank you very much if you can give it to me. You have a wonderful and safe week-end. Debra May 29, 2005 4:08PM Beth Graybeal: I just want to tell you that you look Beautiful! I too had surgery 18ths ago anfd only lost 120 lbs. I was 396 lbs. I still have a ways to go but my health is getting better. Congrats on your loss. I viewed your photos and you inspire me to do better. If you can get through allt hat you did, I surely can. Thank you for sharing. May God bless you. Beth May 29, 2005 1:03PM catarina: WOW!I AM SO PROUD OF YOU! WHAT AN INSPIRATION! WHAT IS THE FIRST STEP TO PS? I AM 13 MONTHS OUT, AT MY DESIRED WEIGHT, AND DON'T KNOW THE FIRST THING TO DO TO CHECK INTO PS. COULD YOU PLEASE GIVE ME POINTERS? APPRECIATE IT SO MUCH! LOVE YA, AND AGAIN WOW! May 27, 2005 9:46AM Jen: Caronline, Thank you so much for sharing your journey. You are truly an inspiration to me. I have lost 123 pounds in almost 11 months since my WLS. I have about 27 more before I will attempt PS. I know my insurance won't pay for it, so I'll be in dept the rest of my life, but seeing you makes me think it's worth it. I pray God-speed for your healing process and I wish you the best of luck. Thanks again for your web-site, I check it weekly to see if you've updated. Keep up the good work! You have many "fans" rooting for you! Take care, Jen May 26, 2005 10:27PM bud: Wow, what more can a person say? Just amazing. Congradulations you have to feel so proud. I'm fairly new I had my gastric bypass done 3/29/05 but down 41 lbs so far. Do you know of any males that went as far as you did? I'm a male and would be really interested in seeing/reading the samething as what you did. Again, WOW think I'm still in shock. God Bless May 24, 2005 10:02AM Mary Timmons: I love all your photos! I had my husband at the computer for hours Sunday night. You are amazing!! I would love some copies of your photos. I didn't take as many as you! Hugs & Kisses, Mary May 24, 2005 5:39AM yvonne tx: i love the pictures i think i could go to calif. and walk in and know every one there.. and it fun to see what every one is doing and how they are fun.. keep up the good work.. yvonne May 21, 2005 11:29AM cheryl: thank you for sharing your pics on this site you have the same build as me started at the same weight as me out of high school im at 331 lbs. now and going through the process off 6 month waiting period that my insurance requires seeing my doctor once a month, taking some tests and while on yet another low carb diet losing 3-4 lbs.a month just any little to help me through the surgery and recovery period thank you again. im a resident of pa. all my life welcome to pa. May 14, 2005 3:10PM Leslie: You are absolutely awesome for posting all these pics. I don't know if I'd have your courage to do that much to myself in that short of time. I hope you're doing well. May 9, 2005 1:37PM Sandra Asher: This has been incredibly helpful to me. Thank you so much for your faithful documentation of all your plastics. My Lower Body Lift is scheduled for this Monday, May 9th and I was desperate to find first person accounts of the procedure. May 3, 2005 6:40PM Bonnie Lynn: Thank you for sharing. I have lost 165 lbs; at goal; and one year out and considering PS. Did insurance cover any of your PS? Do you have an idea of cosmetic surgery cost at this point? May 1, 2005 9:16PM Becky: Hey Caroline Thank you so much for posting your journey. I have just started the process and have about 250# i want to lose,, so i am worried about skin. It helped to see whay you've gone thru.Congratulations to you and keep up the good work!! Thank you for being willing to share such a personal experience!! thank you again Becky April 28, 2005 5:58PM Barbara Remm: Hi Caroline...I miss you lots. You were going tocome and stay with me following you last round of surgery and I never heard from you except through your emails...at least write I am going back over and looking at someo f your old pictures including your PA house picts..your looking great and the house is lo9oking great. Barb April 28, 2005 11:09AM Kim: Hi Caroline, I want to THANK YOU for keeping me and other informed and up to date on the events we too may have to encounter. Yes, you are bold and you keep it REAL. I am so thanful to you for letting us see the truth. I am weak in the stomach right now, but I look to you for updates and all. On a litter side, My son (14) who happens to be overwieght was just eating another brownie and came across me viewing your PS pics...lol He stopped eating at first then he looked again and had to go throw it away...LMAO. Hey! who told him to dip in grown folks business. Thanks again Caroline I wish you contined success on your journey. April 26, 2005 4:13PM Karen: You are such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your story and photos with us. I know that I can do it too! Thanks again! April 26, 2005 4:09PM Beth: Thank you so much for sharing your life.I am in awe of all that you have done and how well the documentation has been on your journey. I am having a circumferential Friday 4-29-89, and this helped me tremendously. God Bless Beth April 26, 2005 2:11PM gerdur: Wow! seeing the transformation your body has gone through.... it can´t have been easy but but boy o boy looking at the new you, it must have been so worth it all ! best wishes from Iceland April 14, 2005 12:14AM Soffía: GO GIRL !!! Best wishes from iceland April 13, 2005 3:50AM sandra björk: wow! what a stuning change. I really admirer your courage to publish your photos,and to show people the operation and what you had to go through step by step.my motherinlaw will need the same surgery and i think your photos will give her much help understanding what she is about to go through. I really hope you´ll have a good life whith your new boddy :) Best wishes from iceland. sandra. April 13, 2005 3:47AM Tema: You have done a fantastic job keep up the good work this is very inspiring to me.... April 11, 2005 8:47PM Ju J: I just can't tell you what an inspiration you are to others. I had my surgery done by Doctor Wes Powell in Pasadena 19 July 2001. After major complications (due to small bowel obstructions, I spent 4 weeks in Huntington Memorial)all is well now. I am scheduled for PS on May 11, 2004. After looking at your page I am truly inspired. It is rare for some to open up and "show it all". I thank you for your frank, open, honest, true story!!!! I'm so looking forward to your update. I'm praying that everything you desire comes to pass. Be blessed... April 3, 2005 9:26PM Shannon Adams: I am very grateful for being given the opportunity to view this site. I weigh 270lbs and I am thinking of having the surgery. I really admire you. You look GOOOOOOOD! April 1, 2005 6:07PM Wendy Russell: Oh wow! You did a wonderful job losing weight. You have given me the inspiration I need. Keep up the good work, and good luck with everything. April 1, 2005 9:40AM Michelle: I just wanted to tell you how great you look. The pictures that you posted are incredible. There are many people including myself who don't know what to expect after a huge weightloss and now we do..Keep up the good work March 27, 2005 9:25PM Merril: Hi Caroline, I just wanted to drop you a note to say how incredibly brave you are. Not just because of what you went through, which is incredibly brave in and of itself, but for posting the photographs of yourself. Your honesty is incredible! I am just beginning this journey, waiting for approval from my insurance company for WLS and looking everywhere for answers. Thank you so much for your courageousness. You look beautiful! All the best to you! March 12, 2005 12:54AM Heather Dougherty: Caroline, After reading your story and looking at the pictures I would have to say you are a very brave women! I hope you can continue to keep your weight off and I hope I can be brave and lose weight like you! God Bless You and Take Care! March 9, 2005 4:55PM Tami Brabenec: Caroline, If I said it once, I'll say it again, you are the queen of WLS photo journalism! You have done an excellant job documenting "what it's like" for the rest of us. Your openess and honesty is appreciated! I love ya darling, and you will be missed! Please come back to us in CA. as often as possible, and I may just have to come that way someday! Love, Tami B. March 8, 2005 5:55AM Billie Wallace: Caroline, you are the bravest person I've ever encountered. I am so glad to have this realistic view into the journey. I'm scheduled for surgery June 2nd. I'm eager to see your journey continue and can't wait to see the results from your surgery in May. Thank you so much for sharing your life in such an open way. May God bless every aspect of your life for being willing to be a "window" into this process that is otherwise a mystery to those of us contemplating WLS. March 6, 2005 7:17PM Christine: I just wanted to let you know that I think you are a brave woman! Your photos are very helpful to someone who has a lot of weight to lose, like me! I wish you all the best! March 1, 2005 6:35PM constance albright: Hello! I just wanted to say that I think you are just a remarkable lady, Thank you for sharing your journey with me! May 19th 2003 I had my gastro surgery, with Doc Clark, here in hampton, VA.I have finnaly got up the nerve to set my PS date, which is May 13th 2005. I will have a hernia repair and tummy tuck done.From my heavest weight I have lost about 175lbs.I am now at 143lbs. and LOVING it!!! I have a lot of issues wuth the skin that just hangs and Iam very self cousouse about how I look.I hope I heal and do as well as you are.I am very scared! I am more nervous about this surgery, than I was of the other.I have a wonderful supporting family and great freinds.I am worried I will look funny with just my tummy tuck done until my legs and arms are done. How did you deal with that? Any suggestion that might help me better prepare myself for this? I could use all the help I can get!!Thanks again for sharing your journey with me!! Connie (Hampton, VA) February 22, 2005 8:55PM teresa okeefe: God Bless You and thank you so much for sharing your journey. I am 5 months out of GBS and have lost 85 pounds. I am now seeing the loose skin and while I don't expect that I'll have as much as you have had, I'm terrified about it. You look great and your happy smiling face throughout the whole process helps to quell my fears. I am so happy for you and the new body that you have created for yourself. You appear to have a terrific support system and a great husband. I am scared of what lies ahead but I'm happy to be on this journey. I am about 1/2 way through my weight loss. I really cannot thank you enough for your sharing. Your courage and compassion gives me a huge boost. Good luck and have the fabulous life that you deserve :-) February 22, 2005 1:55PM Katherine: Oh my god! You look so good. I know exactly how you feel. I too was thin as a young adult and grew to large proportions. I am still trying to start a date to get the weight off. I am going to keep looking at your pics and get motivated. Kudos to you on your weight loss and your plastic surgery as well! I know it must be a hard journey to see so many "versions" of yourself. It must be confusing at times. I hope that I can be as successful as you! February 21, 2005 7:55AM april: girl u look great! i can't wait untill i start to drop, i had my surgery 1/20/05 and i'm so diappointed i have lost much weight since then maybe like 15 pounds. sometimes i feel like i'm never gonna lose this weight!. but i just wanted to say hi and u look great!. February 20, 2005 12:18AM Kim: I just wanted to say your a trooper , I too had WLS 10/29/01 weighing in at 300 # the day of surgery I lost all my weight in a matter of 6 Months weighing in at 110 # wearing a size 0 the only things is I also have the sagging arms, the tummy which I could live with but the legs is what makes it horrible you cant even wear shorts I was denied for the tummy tuck and have been to scared to ever try to submit again I live in Ohio any suggestions ?? You look great congradulations!!! February 18, 2005 5:20PM Sylvia Bales: WOW! I would like to learn more about your personal story. I've lost 213 lbs, but still have over 100 more to lose, and I'm having trouble getting insurance to cover the work I need, which is a lower torso lift, and arms. February 18, 2005 5:12PM admirer: I stumbled across your site and saw your pictures and I just wanted to tell you how brave and inspiring you are. I know you've helped a lot of people, and you look beautiful. (I think you probably always were.) February 18, 2005 3:43PM Maggie: Caroline, You are awesome and such an inspiration to all of us, Keeping you in prayer for a speedy recovery. Hugs, Maggie in Vegas February 17, 2005 5:50PM Carol Sparks: Caroline, you are an amazing and brave woman. Thanks for sharing your journey with me. You are very inspiring. I have just had my RNY surgery on 2/8/05 and so I begin my journey. Thanks again for sharing. February 14, 2005 12:17PM Lisa Baker: Caroline, you don't know me, but I have been following your progress on the yahoo plastic surgery board. You are an amazing woman and an inspiration to all of us who have had wls. God bless you! February 14, 2005 12:03PM Tina McDermott: Caroline, You inspire me. I am awaiting a date for WLS. You must be so proud of yourself. KUDOS to you Tina McDermott February 7, 2005 9:11PM Vivian: You are just awesome! I admire your resolve and willingness to share your experience with the rest of us. I am 13 months post-op and have lost 130 pounds, but still have much more to go. You have shown me that the results of PS can make that much difference! Keep up the good work. You are a wonderful advocate for WLS and reconstructive Post-op Plastics! February 5, 2005 12:03PM hattie: so very proud of all U accopmplshed. Its been 5 yers since my bypass..343 to180ponds then i stopped. Lord the saggng skin and insurance dont pay,i feel so depressed and sumtimes think of gaining it all back but then again no rather be healthy but i feel lke afailure, working so hard to lose the wait to end up with ugly ugly skin...hubby lost job so im stuck VERY VERY HA PPY for U tho congrats!!! Does ur surgeon have financial aid for at least arms and tummy Congrats again!!!! Hattie February 4, 2005 10:25AM Solveig: Caroline, you are wonderful! Love Solveig(Belgium, Europe) February 4, 2005 9:36AM Stephanie Hill-Draughn: WOW! Thanks for sharing your story with us. You look amazing! Stephanie February 1, 2005 5:01PM Alecia Butler: Caroline, I truly admire the tenacity at which you have addressed your obesity. Thanks for being so free to share your experience with us/me which gives me the courage to follow through on my WLS which is 02-03-05 in STL. I weigh 426 and i'm sure that i will have to deal with the skin issue. Your journey has given me some idea of what to expect. I have been involved in a WLS support group but it does not seem no where near as much fun as yours. I would like for you to stay in touch with me via email just to be of support to me going through this. As you well know, it is very difficult. Through your pictures, you make it look so easy, which i know is not true. I am proud of you and God bless you. Thanks again for sharing your journey; it has helped me more than you know. I look forward to hearing from you soon. January 29, 2005 7:54PM Rita: WOW I was looking and reading your story. I can not belive it I hope that mine goes as good as yours. now I know that we can do anything. January 28, 2005 10:34PM Karen G: WOW. Your pics and your story are so inspirational. I had my WLS on 12-15-2004, so I am just beginning the journey. Thanks for documenting your efforts. It is really appreciated. January 27, 2005 12:41PM Rossi: All I can say is OMG!!! You r an inspiration to me and many many more... I had surgery 8/1/03 and i am at goal I was denied plastic surgery so for now i will deal.. But thanks cus wow Im not the only one... My sister is on her was as well and i will tell her how great u look... Congratulations.. and thanks again January 26, 2005 6:31AM Brian: Unreal!!! Your change is simply amazing. Congrats on the reconstructive surgery. Yah, it'll take time for stuff to go back in place I imagine. I am currently just over 3 months post op. I started out at 420, right now I'm hovering at 340. I cant tell you how many times I've looked over your photos. Even at your pre-op photos you were an attractive gal, but slimmed down you're still looking great. Keep up the good work and certainly keep us posted. And make sure you keep plenty of batteries on hand with your GBA. I spent a bit of time with my PS2 fresh outta surgery too. :) January 25, 2005 2:34PM Haze: Very nice website, well organized and easy to check out. I've joined your Yahoo group...see you there! Haze January 24, 2005 1:45PM Janice Ramos: OMG!!!! You deserve a medal CONGRATULATIONS to you on a VERY sucessful journey.. I am so very PROUD of you. God bless you janice January 23, 2005 7:01PM Tanya: Wow, Caroline. Thank you so much for sharing your journey! I myself am pre-op and 368 lbs. It was so nice to see what to expect from my body after as well as the PS pictures. How are you scars now? Are they very visible? I must say you are a very brave and it just goes to show that the end result is worth it all. Thanks again and good luck in the future! January 22, 2005 9:01PM Karla: Caroline, I appreciate your courage in sharing your journey. I am keeping you in my prayers for a speedy recovery and an easy move to the east coast. January 22, 2005 10:05AM Sue: You are truly an inspiration to others! WOW !!! January 22, 2005 8:20AM Margaret: Caroline, You are truly an inspiration to us all and so willing to share your WLS and PS journeys. Praying for a speedy recovery. I am proud to call you my friend. Maggie January 22, 2005 8:11AM Angela Hulick: Thank you for sharing your pics. I have my surgery scheduled for 1/20/2005 and I am ready but seeing you pics has made me really ready even with the skin issues. I have been an RN for 17 years and understand that as a side effect but I AM READY! December 6, 2004 3:59PM Erica: such an inspiration. Good luck. Thanks for sharing ... November 7, 2004 7:42PM FOXFIRE: OMGish I feel like I truly know you after reading all this, you are truly an inspiration to us all, I too started out @367, my highest that I know of & I am still at 196 2 yrs out,...but after reading all about you I am praying this will get me back on track again, I want a story exactly yours, with a total sucess not a stall in my weight loss, you are truly BEAUTIFUL!!! & your awesome, you go girl!!! HUGS November 6, 2004 7:49AM Luis "Luigi" Mauras: Caroline, it was a pleasure speaking with you on the last day of the convention....you're such an inspiration to others. Your charm and wit become you....don't ever change. God Bless! November 4, 2004 7:40PM juliet a valencia: Good luck with the plastic surgery and you must tell me how it goes and does insurance cover that also because I am on my way to melting and the skin is yuk. October 26, 2004 10:06AM trina: try going to dr lent out of hollywood if anyone can get it through insurance he can..he has a website too he gets more approved for what i understand he get my tt approved in just days...good luck October 24, 2004 10:09PM Jean McInerney: you really look great! I am thinking of having it done and your pictures are quit an inspiriation to me. I would love to talk with you also if your interested or have the time. I haven't even finished reading your whole book and you are the first person I have read about. I did find someone else that had a lot of complications and we emailed each other a few times, but am still thinking about it. I have my first visit with the nurse november 2 so I guess its a start right.....lol....just wanted to let you know that you look great and its nice to see all the journeling you did before and after to see what you accomplished!amazing. Well, I am gonna try to finish reading it. Thanks again October 13, 2004 7:47PM phyliss mortz: Caroline, I came across your urgent message a couple of days ago & read everything you had on your site. I also looked at the pics of the excess skin. I have a lady at my church that had the surgery in March. I was telling her about your skin problems. She said that the "SHRINERS" would pay for the surgery beacause they use the skin for skin graphs. My daughter has been trying to get the insurance to approve her sugery. She is looking into going to Mexico to Dr. Alberto Aceves. His total price is 8 grand, but he does banding. What do you know about this procedure. Good luck.Phyliss September 10, 2004 10:46AM Cassandra: Wow!!!!! I wish you luck on your journey September 4, 2004 6:40PM Gisela: Hi caroline! Wow! What a jorney you've had and what an inspiration. You look fabulous! Well, I'm seriously considering surgery. I will be attending a seminar in August and hopefully from then on the process will begin. Although I've been told by several people that my healthplan will require a 6 month supervision by a Dr. That initially made me angry but I figure I've waited this long, what's 6 more months...right? I'm excited and I just can't wait until I'm where you are now. Take care! July 27, 2004 6:39PM Margaret: Caroline, You are such an inspiration, to all of us. Congratulations on all your sucess. Keep up the good work and thank you for this website. God bless. Margaret in Las Vegas July 22, 2004 7:01AM george05: simillar situation. congratulationns. not much/goog english. please e-mail pass-word. June 11, 2004 2:17PM coopc1: Great pictures, surgey made big difference in weight loss and your body contour, and looks like your still losing. keep up the excercise and good luck! you look GREAT! June 11, 2004 6:59AM Ruqayyah: Thanks for sharing your photos. I live in S.E. Minnesota and will be having surgery in a couple of weeks. You have given me some good ideas to keep a memory of my former and future self. Thanks again for sharing. ~Ruqayyah~ June 9, 2004 2:51PM Jennifer Anderson: Hi Caroline, I just saw your recent update on OH Coastal page, so I read your profile. What an inspiration you are! You have done everything to totally maximize your results which I am trying to do also. So sorry about Mia, she looked like such a sweetie. I had my surgery 6 wks ago (4/22/04) with Dr. Oliak. I hope to go to one of the Monday mtgs one of these days, but with 3 kids...sometimes it's hard to leave in the evening. Anyway, you are an inspiration to me. Best of luck with your continued success. Jennifer Anderson (Jenn~A on OH) June 6, 2004 1:33PM jacqui: wow u look GREAT !!! i just had surgery on may 17th..i reside in nj with hubby and son..im looking forward to my new life...i have many questions to ask..like how long did it take before u visually start seeing ur weight loss..anything u can help me with would be great..i havent been able to attend any support group meetings yet..but i plan on it soon... May 27, 2004 5:04AM Amy Young: Oops. I forgot to tell you that i wish that you have some photos from the hospital!!! I would like to see those if you have some!!! =D May 23, 2004 9:56PM Amy Young: Oh my gosh!I just looked at your website for hours!! I looked at EVERY picture, and can not believe the transformation you went through! Congradulations!!! And, the thing about "What all post-op's should have" Gave me TONS of ideas! I wrote SO much stuff down! It was fun!! I LOVE your website!!! Thankyou for sharing your expirience with everyone!!! May 23, 2004 9:54PM Kelly Bunkley: I just finished looking at some of your photos. You look absolutely wonderful. I am waiting (anxiously) for my surgery date. You did such a terrific job on this website. Keep it up! Kelly May 13, 2004 11:44PM Judy Portman: Dear Caroline, I just fell upon your site and I just can't believe your progress. You are really an inspiration. I am thinking about having surgery, but I am a compulsive eater and I am afraid that even after I have surgery I will stiil feel like I want to eat this horrible way. How did you come to grips with your eating problem, and how do you intend to keep this weight off forever? Thanks so much for sharing your story. Judy 250lbs 5 5" BMI 41 High blood pressure. May 7, 2004 7:31PM Carol Fallon: Hi Caroline, I saw your wonderful presntation at The Coastal Support Group last month and then I found your slideshows via the ObesityHelp.com. I love your slide show of useful stuff after surgery. I just signed up with Medic Alert - great advice thanks! Also can you tell me where get your Extreme Shakes from? TIA, Carol May 5, 2004 6:30AM Marsha B: Caroline, Since I first started reading the CA message board you have become one of the people I've been the most interested in. You give so much information that is useful to someone like me. I looked at your list/pictures of 'must have' for post-ops and thought it was a great idea. And, it goes without saying that your before/after pictures are amazing. Take care and see you on the California board. April 28, 2004 3:48PM SUSAN: Just wanted to let you know I found your website very informative. I just had WLS 3/23/04 and find it helpful. I have also learned that your PA house is right down the road from me.(SMALL WRLD). Keep up the good work you look great. Susan-PA April 26, 2004 1:53PM vicki: What a great site!!! As a pre-op I have learned a great deal from you. Thank you for making my journey an informative one. April 19, 2004 7:25AM justb: Thank you so very much. Your WLS group is very informative and has been extremely valuable to me.(I have been lurking since shortly after my surgery 11/03) I have viewed your photo albums and wanted to tell you how inspirational you are and how extremely talented (drawing/sculpture, poetry) I believe you to be. Again, my deepest gratitude for your generosity in sharing yourself and your accomplishments. b April 13, 2004 12:32PM Jennie: Congrats! You look great. I am 8 months out and down 70 lbs. March 21, 2004 8:04AM Ronnie Williams: Caroline, I'm so happy for you.....You should be very proud of yourself, because I'm proud of you.. I'm still in Orlando, Fl., and will be coming home to Laguna Beach in about two weeks...I will contact you then.... Love ya, Ronnie March 13, 2004 2:13PM Laura Hufford: Caroline, I don't know how I found you but I love the way your candidness shows. I had my surgery almost five years ago but health problems made me have to have my surgery reversed in August. Since then I have put on a lot of pounds and am fighting like mad to take them off. It is an uphill battle. Part of me is so jealous of you but yet I am so happy for you and your successes. Good luck :) www.angelfire.com/id/wls Laura H. ps love your graphics, especially the graph chart. March 11, 2004 10:13AM Karen Shaffer: Your photos are wonderful. Love the wedding photo! Of course the ones of the pets are priceless. March 5, 2004 7:44AM Susan Demendoza: Omg Caroline, I just viewed all the pictures you took yesterday, and wow they were great! I've even ordered some copies! Mandy looks so cute! I had a wonderful time getting together with you and Krista yesterday. Thank you for all your good advise and being a Wonderful Angel and Friend..... Love, Susan D. January 31, 2004 4:10PM Pat Cowan: Caroline, THANK YOU so much, for coming up with the idea for the Disney trip, for recording it, and for posting these wonderful photos. It was a terrific day and you have made me so happy! Brian and I both love you and Alan, and look forward to other fun-filled days with you both! Love, Pat January 14, 2004 7:16AM Frances Brannigan: You sound like you have met a great group of friends through WLS. It seems that you're located in Southern California - am I correct? I presently live in New York City and am scheduled for my WLS on February 26, 2004. Once I have recovered and am well enough I'm planning on moving to San Diego. I would love to get involved somehow with all of you and get to know more people, both on line for now and then personally when I arrive in San Diego. I think it's a great support group you have going there! If anyone wants to e-mail me please feel free. Thanks! January 4, 2004 2:21PM Cindy: Wow is alls I can say..Your photo album brought me to tears, I just found on on Dec 31, 2003 that my surgery is scheduled for Jan 21!! I am excited beyond words...As I was looking thru your album I sat here in tears of joy knowing that so much of the things you could finally do I will be able to do them myself someday...Congratulations !! You look great!! January 2, 2004 4:55PM Margo: I am in the beginning phase of my journey into wls. My pcp just put in my referral to my ins. co. so now we wait....lol Your pictures are an inspiration to me and I have bookmarked your site into my favorites. Keep up the great work. Margo December 30, 2003 5:47PM Kerley Q: I spent well over an hour viewing all you have to display on your web sight and I feel like I know you now. I first started off by viewing your photo's before and after on the obesity website. I will be having my surgery soon. You are an inspiration Caroline. You have a wonderful man who has supported you and many aniamals to hug and to hold. but I will tell you that picture that has brought tears to my eyes is the one of you holding Mia after she has gone. it reminded me of my precious baby "Dottie" who passed last year of 15 years of love and devotion. I felt your pain and love in that picture of the two of you. I wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed your show of pictures you have displayed. Thank you for sharing! Karen Kerley December 2, 2003 10:39PM Victoria Blake: 17 weeks Post Op and loving every minute of it!!!!! 65 lbs gone forever and ever YIPPIE!!! Open rny Proximal 06/26/2003/305/240/? Would love to be added to your list for get-together info. Thanks VBpebbles November 3, 2003 2:08PM Carol Ehdaie: Caroline, Wow what awsome photo's...You really do take great pictures and so wonderful of you to share your talent with all of us.. It was a pleasure meeting you and Alan at the get together 11/1/03 and hope to see you at many more... By the way, just wanted to tell you that you have the biggest, most beautiful smile I have ever seem..It clearly reflects who you are...... I am so honored to be a part of THIS... Thank you and big hug, Carol n Burbank November 2, 2003 11:19AM Mike Berkwit: To Caroline, my Adopted Daughter Honey you look beautiful and both Jeanine and I are so proud of you with your progress and also for all the fantastic help you have given so many others. We feel very Blessed that we know you and you are part of our extended family. SOOOooo excited about seeing you and Alan this coming week. G-D Bless you and have a safe comfy drive to Vegas. Can't wait to give u a real big hug. With much love Mike and Jeanine Berkwit Lake Havasu City, AZ on the Colorado River November 2, 2003 8:49AM Ivanna Loosealot: Your website is wonderful... Keep up the great work. I am hoping I have as much success as you following my WLS on Nov. 5th November 1, 2003 11:31PM Rose Hendrix: Thanks for an evening of support. You are looking like you feel better and certainly look so good. See ya in Chat. Rose in Ga October 24, 2003 6:34PM Bertha: I am so happy for you and all your success. God Bless. October 8, 2003 2:31PM Elizabeth: You have a Great!!!! site here ,,,Caroline October 3, 2003 12:07AM nora: hi caroline! i am so excited and nervous i have done all my pr-op work and my wls is 10-28-03. i just thought i would say hi since i stoped in October 1, 2003 6:06PM wendy: oh my i do not know where to begin after looking at those pictures. you are beautiful. i could not believe how different you looked. im am really proud of the way you are doing i just hope i can do the same. keep up the good work! :o) September 30, 2003 9:50AM Tiff: Dear Caroline, You are one of the bravest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. You came along at a time in my life when I needed someone with your unique outlook on life the most. How *wonderful* it was to find another person going thru similar trials & tribulations and doing OKAY! Now here you have embarked on yet another journey to enrich your soul. You are my hero... You have enriched MY soul. With Much Love, Tiff September 12, 2003 7:13PM Jennifer Joy: Oh Caroline....those photos are wonderful. I know we have never met but I feel like I know you through your posts and these photos. Your artwork is so powerful by the way! :) Wonderful stuff!!!!!I love animals and the kitty and bird pictures made me smile from ear to ear. I want you to know that I think you are so beautiful on the Inside as well out the outside. Your smile lights up the photos! :) Some folks when you see them or talk to them their beautiful spirit really shines through. You are one of those folks. I can't wait to watch your wonderful life and Weight Loss journey unfold! Big Hugs! Jennifer Joy September 11, 2003 5:14AM Amber: Such wonderful pictres!!! You realy cheered me up when I needed it. What a beautiful person you are. Love you lots, Amber September 10, 2003 1:36PM Alan: Cute pictures. You are looking better and better! Keep the weight loss up! Ooops, I mean keep the weight loss keep coming down, down, down!!! September 10, 2003 10:55AM