tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post1144866654466216423..comments2024-03-18T07:12:33.778-04:00Comments on Runs for Cookies: Newspaper and post-op day 3Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-54185725654692704072012-05-25T10:23:56.255-04:002012-05-25T10:23:56.255-04:00Hi Katie. I am a friend of Rik's and just had ...Hi Katie. I am a friend of Rik's and just had my lower trunk lift surgery on 5/22 (3 days ago) and I have been reading your blog to see if my recovery is on track with yours. Thanks so much for providing so many details re: your recovery. My only post op instructions were to not lift over 10 pounds and not to drive. <br /><br />Congrats on your marathon! As I have started running, I always Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17284131410752684990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-21472183653122245842012-01-06T15:45:40.014-05:002012-01-06T15:45:40.014-05:00Katie I got to read the Newspaper article you were...Katie I got to read the Newspaper article you were in!!!! I used to live in the same area as you (We moved to A.A not long ago) I got sooo excited when I seen it!!!!! I also DVRed the Doctor Oz show you were on! You are an inspiration girl!!!!Mandihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01274898681652272488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-10022869392091839562011-11-18T15:56:34.063-05:002011-11-18T15:56:34.063-05:00Counting down the minutes until Haven goes to take...Counting down the minutes until Haven goes to take her nap and I can watch Dr. Oz in peace and quiet! Lol. So very excited for you!! And what a great article in the newspaper! I'm glad your mom called them, you deserve the recognition!! Congrats, Katie!!MamaMericlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16793965302410469744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-44936652784140793182011-11-18T15:49:52.508-05:002011-11-18T15:49:52.508-05:00um, wow. Of course, it's easy to forget what a...um, wow. Of course, it's easy to forget what a big deal you are, when it's "just you"! But don't forget, you are a great inspiration to others! And every time you get nervous about people reading it, just remember that! And yup, I've been telling everyone I know that my "internet friend" Katie is on Dr. Oz today!!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13503720078757528781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-64009309916503160422011-11-18T12:44:52.916-05:002011-11-18T12:44:52.916-05:00I tried to post a comment last night but my comput...I tried to post a comment last night but my computer froze up. Thanks for sharing the pictures Katie, now we all have a better idea of the extent of that surgery! WOW! No wonder you are so sore.<br />Also--loved the newspaper article, Mrs. ____!!! Of course I am now blind from the eye strain of trying to read it--LOL!<br />I know what you mean about being embarrassed sort of from the picture dupsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18088114640385927198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-83891782494083105332011-11-18T12:07:30.617-05:002011-11-18T12:07:30.617-05:00So cool about the newspaper article! You are famou...So cool about the newspaper article! You are famous:-) I'm working this morning but I'll be home to see Dr Oz this afternoon, and of course I've got the DVR set anyway. So excited to see you get to meet Dr Oz again!<br />Glad you hear that you got some rest last night. I bet you miss your running!Helenhttp://triagefromhome.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-7341269594527855152011-11-18T10:56:21.395-05:002011-11-18T10:56:21.395-05:00How neat to be in the paper on the front page.!!Yo...How neat to be in the paper on the front page.!!You deserve the attention to all your hard work and the self transformation!! You look fantastic!! Here's to a speedy recovery..Enjoy the Dr.Oz show today I can't wait to see it!!<br />Happy Resting....KathrynAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-62739511768656009432011-11-18T08:54:42.985-05:002011-11-18T08:54:42.985-05:00WooHoo!!! You are a celebrity now!!!!! TV and news...WooHoo!!! You are a celebrity now!!!!! TV and newspaper!!!!! I couldn't be happier for you!!!!! You going going to inspire even more people now to become healthier and many people will live longer and better lives!!!!!! <br />I am glad that you got some better sleep too!!!!!<br />Take care of yourself and heal well!!!!!!:-)<br />~LauraLauranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-57406621036550250342011-11-18T08:07:09.168-05:002011-11-18T08:07:09.168-05:00Katie.....all that muscle stuff sounds sooo ouchy:...Katie.....all that muscle stuff sounds sooo ouchy:)I'm glad you had a good sleep. That is so awesome about getting in the paper....maybe your dream of being in the People's issue is off but hey....you made it in your local paper....awesome!!! Keep getting better. Can't wait to see you this afternoon!!<br />Michelle in CanadaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-74833282905193733012011-11-18T07:39:49.586-05:002011-11-18T07:39:49.586-05:00wow..wow...OW! I guess I didn't realize about...wow..wow...OW! I guess I didn't realize about the pulling together of your muscles and sewing/stapling (whatever) back as one. <br /><br />You really have to keep your focus for weeks ahead and knowing IT Will FEEL BETTER.<br /><br />;-)Ms. Witihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00304175400543323958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-40526147689681665932011-11-18T07:09:54.280-05:002011-11-18T07:09:54.280-05:00I just have to say, you are SO brave!! I can'...I just have to say, you are SO brave!! I can't believe what you're going through. I don't think I could do it. <br /><br />That's amazing, the results so far.<br /><br />I am SO Excited to watch Dr. OZ today!!! Found it in my local listings. It says it's his 400th show... did you know that? Can't wait til 4 pm!!<br /><br />Hope you're feeling less pain today.<br Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-26667444281490655622011-11-18T00:16:44.788-05:002011-11-18T00:16:44.788-05:00So cool about the newspaper! But I'm sure you ...So cool about the newspaper! But I'm sure you didn't expect the huge picture!! lol But you ARE famous now!! CANNOT wait to see your episode tomorrow - hopefully you have a decent amount of time on the show! Will be so cool to see you! Did you get to mention your blog in the newspaper?? You'll receive SO much traffic in the next few weeks!!Stacey Fhttp://www.runsforredvelvet.tumblr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-87727767395390757892011-11-17T22:22:29.965-05:002011-11-17T22:22:29.965-05:00So glad that you found out the reclined worked for...So glad that you found out the reclined worked for you. It work really well for me also. I am almost 5 wks post op and my abdominal muscles are still really sore. Glad you are doing well. Will be watching your show tomorrow.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09266374523048246789noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-68656596902776529442011-11-17T21:51:14.375-05:002011-11-17T21:51:14.375-05:00Did anyone mention your blog in the article? That ...Did anyone mention your blog in the article? That would've been great for blog traffic/income potential.<br /><br />P.S. I'm SO relieved for Conner! LOLFrickin' Fabulous at 40https://www.blogger.com/profile/14853674225662132643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-17792697536600152652011-11-17T21:41:52.431-05:002011-11-17T21:41:52.431-05:00In newspaper! Nice haha. You really need to tell...In newspaper! Nice haha. You really need to tell everyone you know about the blog so you can bring in more $$$ for the ads... and because your blog is SO great!! Hope you recover quickly. - Veronika SmithAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-68826462387411136132011-11-17T21:14:01.992-05:002011-11-17T21:14:01.992-05:00The article is awesome!!! The photo is great! I ...The article is awesome!!! The photo is great! I can't wait for Oz tomorrow. I actually watch tv only rarely so I have to have my daughter help me turn it on and find the show. Too many remotes. :)michellechristinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04670547149556018446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-32981905324636484902011-11-17T19:10:29.605-05:002011-11-17T19:10:29.605-05:00Aw, I LOVE the article! Do you mind if I mention y...Aw, I LOVE the article! Do you mind if I mention you (and the Oz show) on my blog? I just think it's so neat (on top of the obvious -inspiring!)...just wanted to check with you first. Glad you're surgery went well and that you're making a seemingly smooth recovery! :)<br /><br />www.runningsforthebirds.blogspot.comNina Martinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07492971416433068314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-34862190136242442302011-11-17T19:01:10.181-05:002011-11-17T19:01:10.181-05:00That's awesome to be in the paper like that!! ...That's awesome to be in the paper like that!! It must feel surreal!Czesiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04659055822037057266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-11496125320009938752011-11-17T18:59:15.307-05:002011-11-17T18:59:15.307-05:00I'm glad you finally got some rest. Going wit...I'm glad you finally got some rest. Going without sleep just makes everything seem 10 times worse! It's iteresting how the tummy tuck works as far as the muscle stiching goes, that's crazy! The story in the paper is really cool, you totally deserve some recognition for all of your hard work and I'm sure someone reading your story will feel inspired to become healthier, that'Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-43570605863106729872011-11-17T18:58:19.014-05:002011-11-17T18:58:19.014-05:00So cool! Thanks for posting this - as well as the...So cool! Thanks for posting this - as well as the photos. You've been fearless in sharing this journey with us. THANK YOU!!!Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11965472097112295750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-85118010702794405262011-11-17T18:02:46.379-05:002011-11-17T18:02:46.379-05:00That article is really great!!That article is really great!!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026099426503180472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-14893998170869518812011-11-17T17:55:07.717-05:002011-11-17T17:55:07.717-05:00It's so intersting that you have major life ch...It's so intersting that you have major life changes right around Thanksgiving!<br />Will be watching the show tomorrow, Katie, and I'm so happy that things are going so well in all directions for you. You deserve all the happiness in the world.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02206154638036351459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-9326734984633158552011-11-17T17:52:01.912-05:002011-11-17T17:52:01.912-05:00Glad that you got some sleep, Katie, and are conti...Glad that you got some sleep, Katie, and are continuing to heal. Congratulations on the newspaper article!<br /><br />DedeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-1831743309883803512011-11-17T17:47:43.081-05:002011-11-17T17:47:43.081-05:00Holy cow, front page news! I still haven't go...Holy cow, front page news! I still haven't gotten a DVR so I'm just going to have and make sure I can watch it, I'm super excited for you! It'll be strange to see you on TV speaking and such after only knowing pictures and blogs for the past year or so. Hope the pain is getting better!Lealahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06266328340620374858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-83133457834328386922011-11-17T17:40:30.457-05:002011-11-17T17:40:30.457-05:00Hi Katie, I am SOOO behind in my blog reading. Co...Hi Katie, I am SOOO behind in my blog reading. Congrats on coming through the surgery (the pics aren't gross at all!!!), the newspaper feature and Dr. Oz. So excited for all that is going on in your life!!!! (well, not excited for your post op discomfort but that'll get better soon I'm sure) Take care, enjoy ALL your success!!! You deserve the accolades.Roz @ weightingfor50https://www.blogger.com/profile/01170490131384171109noreply@blogger.com