It is ok. It really is. Deep breath. Move ahead.

[britsband]

That was such a sweet video... made me teary, wendy. I felt your love for her and it was so touching! I guess we all need a friend like you wendy... to tell us to brush it off and get back up...that its all ok. REAL life is NOT easy. Mel is having the same struggles that plague us all! Thanks for being such a good friend! Love to you :) Mmmwa!

[Over40FitandFabulous]

where can i find Melanie on You Tube???

[Over40FitandFabulous]

love listening to wendy! She inspired me to start my own - but man its NOT as easy as she makes it look!!!!

[NYCCHOCOLATE7777]

Excellent Advice Wendy as Always!!!! We all can benefit from this

[chocolate31745]

wonderful video...It wasn't for me but it was nice to be reminded that it is a journey. Its my journey and I will not go through it the same as others have gone through theirs. Its unique to me and I must embrace it and stay focused.

Thanks bandedwendy

[nurseynurse29]

Awesome video!  A testament to true friendship, loved it:)

[PinkFishLilly]

I know this was for Melanie, but this was a great video. You're a great friend, Wendy. Love Janine

[MsRena77]

Very sweet:)

[Wikibeauty]

Woot Woot! Right on! You guys have totally inspired me on my journey! Thanks!

[ReillyAJ]

thx!

[PandasLapBand]

You are so motivational Wendy! I've been watching you for a while now and I can't tell you enough how awesome you are.

[LosersBenchDeeVah]

Beautiful Vid

[GhrelinBgone]

Even your little sweater and headband looked so appropriate for this conversational video :) Love the public encouragement you just gave her...very nice!

[rainsh01]

Great video!!!!!!

[thenewme20111]

You're wonderful Wendy. Great show of camaraderie x

[mshotgirl4u1]

VERY WELL SPOKEN!!!!

[MsLullysWorld]

You are so sweet..... This message to Melanie is full of love..... Coming straight from your heart. This video is so touching.... This video is why I decided to join the WLS community on YouTube, and I am so happy I did. You were one of my big inspirations from the beginning and this video just reassures how special you are. Thank u for all support u give all of us! Love, Lucia

[417luckylady]

Sugar is the devil! Mel is right the more you have it the more you want it. Struggled with that this past holiday/

[AmalCPhT]

This video...this is one of my main reasons that I say a strong support system is a huge key in this journey...and that YT is one of my largest inspirations. We are here for each other when we are riding high, and we are here for each other when we fall! Great advice, not only for Melanie, but for all of us who are still struggling! Thanks!!

[abbeymore1]

I don't like that 'b' word one bit, but you are such an inspiration and obviously a wonderful friend. Your advice is right on!! I've been where skymoon is REPEATEDLY, but just as you mentioned i always breathed and started RIGHT THEN and eventually got back on track and beyond. It's indeed a journey. God bless you.

[labtech706]

you are so awesome wendy! im new to youtube but have been following you and kt for awhile, i am 2 days post op and will definitley keep in touch, thanks for all the inspiration!! xoxox

[tperez98]

Yea your talking to Mel, but then it feels like you are talking to me. Your are so good Wendy on making us get our ass up and get back on track!!!

[AntoniaTakeTwo]

Sage advise ... Mel listen to the "Bitch" XOXOXO

[bandedwendy]

@AntoniaTakeTwo yeah, right!?!?! LOL right back at you XOXOXO

[mypombella]

Girl you are making me cry! God bless you!

[bandedwendy]

@mypombella tears of joy? tears of hope? tears of unity? Thank you! Have a great day.

[mypombella]

@bandedwendy Tears because you are so encouraging to mel, and because I can see true love and friendship!

[2V23]

You ladies are amazing...family...the support you have for one another is a blessing to my soul!!

[bandedwendy]

@2V23 i feel blessed to have you, melanie and all of my other YT family with me on a daily basis. Thank you!

[lasslynne]

all I can say is that you all rock! I am sitting here crying like a baby! So needed to hear what you had to say Wendy, and so wonderfully supportive of Melanie-you both are living the journey with honesty, courage and generosity-thank-you, thank-you, thank-you both for being such an inspiration and support for this community! We need each other! xoxoxo

[bandedwendy]

@lasslynne you are too kind. I am glad my message touched you too. We really do need each other. Have a rocking good day!

[skymoon1982]

Also wanted to share that I was going to post a video today talking about how I did not feel like celebrating my 3yr surgiversary tomorrow because I didn't feel there was a reason to celebrate because I didn't hit my set goal I was aiming for and Im not doing so great right now but just seeing this video and everything you had to say.. totally changed my feelings about tomorrow. I will take the time to enjoy my 3 year celebration and seek something creative to go along with my day.

[losingitwithrebecca]

you're a great friend.

[bandedwendy]

@losingitwithrebecca i try! Thanks.

[CYRINTHIA212]

i just love our community..

[bandedwendy]

@CYRINTHIA212 me too!

[56applepie]

great comunity you both are the "tops".....and you touch the topic "weekend fat girl"....why does it occur I have the same problem...it doesn't always happen but when it does I go overboard....and I'm glad you girls are out there....

ciao judy

[bandedwendy]

@56applepie thanks Judy! Life happens and we get better at fighting the weekend or anytime fat girl all the time.

[skymoon1982]

All I gotta say is I LOOOVVVEEE YOU!!!! Of course you made me cry so ima kick your butt. I felt every word right from the pit of my gut so Thank You!! Me & You have shared many deep personal conversations via the telephone so you know me the best out of ANYONE. So Yes Wendy, hearing this video... is going to make me start all over again... TODAY!!! TY so much!! xoxoxoxoxo (were stuck like glue and will forever be bonded.. lmsao)

[jmcbribe]

Bandedwendy, you are sooo supportive and STRAIGHT TO THE POINT!! I will DEFINITELY need that on my journey! You look AMAZING! Not only Skymoon, but YOU have also influenced THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS to take this giant step as well. I applaud you all for sharing your stories!!

[bandedwendy]

@jmcbribe I try, I really do. I have so much passion for this entire community. Thank you for the kind words.