Two Years Out --- Saturday 2/25

Well, I hit the two year mark today. Last night I asked Hal if he knew what today was and he said no was he suppose to know???? I told him to think about it ... then he remembered, gave me a big hug and told me he was so very proud of me. I know I have come a long way in these two years. I no longer have sleep apnea (which had been severe), no more meds for high blood pressure, minor instead of major pain with arthritis, and I can walk. I'm out living life not sitting home dreaming about it. I'm 6 lbs under my surgeons goal for me. Sure, I could lose more weight ... but I am healthy and happy. I have no regrets I had the surgery. It truly has given me my life back and a future ahead of me. Happy Anniversary to all of you too. Mary

Hey Mary! CONGRATS ON YOUR ANNIVERSARY!! Funny how fast that two years went, eh? It seems like a blink of an eye to me but the changes over the last two years are phenomenal. Lucky you that your sleep apnea is gone. Unfortunately, mine is not. Not a weight related thing now, it's physiological and I'm sure when I finally get my rear to the ENT he'll suggest surgery to correct it....sigh....I am just not into anymore surgeries right now. I am sooo happy for you and everyone else that has undergone this amazing surgery for better health....it's just too cool So enjoy your anniversary! Hugs, Andi B. in ohio

Andi, Thank you. It is amazing how quickly the time has gone and all the changes that have happened during that time for us too. There have been a couple of people at support group meetings that the weight loss did not "cure" the sleep apnea. I had testing done 6 months after surgery. My surgeon and PCP both were adamant that I had to be restested. I have heard a few along the way that were allowed to give up their CPAP the minute they had surgery. It is hard to consider any time of surgery. I do understand your reluntance to go to the ENT. I would highly encourage you to go tho. It might be better to know exactly what can and cannot be done. Then when all the facts before you, decide what is best for you. Wishing you the best. Mary

Congratulations, Mary!!! I did the same thing with Mark and he had to think for a minute before he realized the 11th was my 2nd anniversary. You have truly been an inspiration for me and have ALWAYS helped in one way or the other when I needed it. Thank you!!! Wanda