[Daveinsapporo]

Hello Everyone,

I'm new to the list. Craig has really done a lot of good things for a lot of people, so I'm checking his board out for the first thing. I have surgery in less than six weeks, so I started exercising (walking, etc for 40-50 min. a day) about six weeks ago. From what I understand, exercise reduces the dangers of any surgery. So I hope those who are physically able will get out there at least three times a week.

Here's my profile on ObesityHelps.com:

http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobe...?N=H1135029415

Love,

Dave

[skinnydip]

Hi Dave,

I lived in Kyoto for 3 years, total of 12 yrs. throuought Asia. I can speak Mandarin, but not Japanese (irritated me that women have to speak differently!). Hubby is Singaporen chinese and we have 2 kids.

Vicki

[CraigT]

Hey Dave is it really good to have you on board. Bunch of GREAT folks here. The only mandates are clean language, ONLY supportive posts, and a spirit of giving.

We will have to make time to hook up next time I am in Japan...

Hey make sure you reach out to Doc Sanae. She grew up a big chunk of her life in Wash. DC. Her dad was a diplomat. She has been once of the biggest Big-T lifelines. I cherrish her support.

Again welcome bro.

[Pillows]

Hey Dave, good luck with your surgery. I am anxious to get my surgery date set. I am waiting for my family doctor to get in gear with submitting his letter to my surgeon so they can submit to insurance. I am kinda frustrated, but have faith that it will happen soon. It is great that you are walking pre-op. I am trying to get up the motivation to head to the gym, but it seems that everytime I do, I end up getting sick or hurt...lol. Oh well, gotta keep trying right? Anyways, I wish you the best.

Janae