I do remember you. I am so glad to see you doing well. You know I stopped the walking only because I had some very serious issues take place with ill family members and I need to devote time to that. I think once my head is back on straight I will try to start that up again. I paid $3500 and used Dr Kaplan in Winter Park. He has been great and there is so much post up care, I had the surgery on Dec 8th and I have been to see him 4 times for follow ups, he seems to really care how I am recovering. I can say it was more uncomfortable and the healing is longer then I imagined, but I think its really worth it. I already see how I will look when healed and I love it!

Congratulations Jamie! Its great to know that if we do slip up our tool will still work if we use it properly! Enjoy the personal trainer!!!!! Tracy B

Stacy, If you haven't had one lately, run, don't walk, & have a full bone density scan. It sounds like you might be losing calcium, causing weak bones which may or may not have anything to do with your WLS. I know we're more prone to calcium loss b/c we don't absorb it very well. If you're not taking calcium supplemtents you might want to talk to your surgeon about adding them to your routine. I've taken calcium for years b/c osteoporosis runs in my family but since my WLS I've doubled/tripled my dailly dose. Also, be sure if you take calcium that you're taking calcium citrate, NOT calcium carbonate (we don't absorb this kind hardly at all). I've had broken ribs and they No Fun! Hope you're feeling better soon! Vickie J.

Wow Deb, Congratulations! You have done a FANTASTIC job!!!! I am so happy for you and for all of your success! Tracy B

I am doing well. I have not reached my goal, but have lost 144 lbs. I would like to lose another 30 lbs., but have been at the same weight for about 9 months now. I put on a few lbs. during the holidays, but am back on track now. I would like to start my ps journey this year, I feel great, and am happy with my results even if I don't lose another pound. My health is good. I too weigh every day because it keeps me honest. I had my gallbladder removed just before thanksgiving, and haven't exercised since. I need to get back into my routine. Exercise keeps me mentally grounded, and not as hungry. I can't believe it has been almost 2 years. This is still the best thing I have don for myself. Thanks for posting. I have been lurking over at the Grads board because I seem to relate with everyone there. I will need to not be so shy. I find that I need the support from you all now more than I did in the beginning. Thanks for being there. I look forward to a new year and hopefully some tighter skin! Hugs. Margo 334/195 /160