Pennypoe - you have come to the right place but copy your story across to new members so that you don't get lost here
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I don't want a different 'me' either but you know it does change you- excusing the pun
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I like to think of it as a baptism of fire but once in the other side I will know my body much better and have such an appreciation for it that I never had in my youth. You know the saying 'what doesn't kill you makes you stronger' well I don't say that lightly!
Stay connected to this forum and you will certainly get the support and guidance you need at this time x
DaisyB x