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@chattykathy

Hi all; prior to transplant, I was malnourished due to GI symptoms also. My hair fell out, could not eat very much at a time, had diet restrictions due to kidney and liver condition. I also developed acites which made me feel full all the time. This is not a way to lose weight. I have regained most of the weight back and am trying to lose it again. I just saw in my local newspaper that our local health department is starting yoga classes. I am thinking about joining if I can get transportation to them and back. I have balance issues, so I am hoping this might work for me. Our yard is unlevel with lots of roots which throws my balance off at times. I do not know of any pools close by that I could exercise in. Gyms will not accept me due to the blindness and liability. I will keep trying to control portions while eating healthy as much as possible.

Thanks to all for your words of encouragement. CK.

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | May 30, 2017

@contentandwell, I think that you have presented a very interesting thought. You are correct about Connect being a place to help others thru sharing our experiences. However, it is up to you (or any member) to decide if information becomes too personal or uncomfortable to share publicly.
Each one of us has a different background and comfort level. So, we trust your judgment to decide whether to send a message thru the private messaging. As an example, I have had some private messages that have evolved into public responses; and some public messages that have involved some private messages.

Thank you JK for the insights that you are providing here on Connect.
Rosemary

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | May 30, 2017

@2011panc, Your compassion and your desire to help others goes beyond 'useful' as far as I'm concerned.
It is amazing how we have learned to adjust our lives and our focus after our transplants. I love reading about and talking to others who have shared similar life experiences. I am learning so many helpful ideas in addition to meeting virtual friends.
Thank you for being here. Rosemary

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