9 Months since my laparoscopic BPD with no DS and Dr. Patterson is pleased with my progress. I have had slowed loss in the last three months, but given the fact that I had another surgery in January (not WLS related) and a period of forced inactivity post op, that's not so bad. The old habits continue to rear their ugly little heads and the fact is I need to get back to forward motion.. that means going to the gym and getting my water in. Protein isn't an issue thanks to some wonderful and caring friends who gave me all of their spares and some who even bought some for me (I've been unemployed since November) so that it wouldn't be a strain on my tight little budget to buy it myself! Who could ask for a better group of supportive friends? So here is a SHOUT OUT to all of the folks in the support groups of Dr. Emma Patterson, and to EVERYONE who has offered up prayers and words of encouragement to me. NEW PHOTOS GOING UP in the next few days, look for the Webshots link in my FABULOUS profile (gussied up by Linda Armstrong, thanks Linda!) I wish you all God's blessing and peace!