Happy #3 To Me!!

Hi All It's my Turn for the Happy #3 to Me time. I guess because it was coming up on my 3rd anniversary I started the South Beach Phase 1 about 8 days ago & have lost 7 lbs this week. Wow, that is amazing in itself as I was going the wrong direction with the weight. I am one of those folks that never got below 200 lbs. I did lose 140 lbs & gained back 25 & have lost 7 of that. I still feel better than I ever have & am fighting to get the regain back off. I do walk just about everyday & take stairs more often then the elevator. This is something I would have never done at 340 lbs. I haven't had any blood work checked since I moved to San Diego No insurance & not much money, either. I am working, but not making much money & Looking for a better job. I know the right one will come along, just will take some extensive looking. I really would like to get back into banking somewhere & feel that San Diego is probably a good place to do that. Most of my banking background was from here. I get upset with myself that I never made it below 200 lbs, but I don't think it was my fault. I realize I should have done more exercising in the beginning, but, there are days I feel like I never had the Surgery. I have heard other folks talk about not being bypassedthrough the intestines enough & feel that might be my problem as well. Now that I am losing again, I feel pretty good. plan to look into a possible revision of my existing surgery. There are lot of good hospitals here in the area that do Bariatrics & still fit the guidelines. I am still 100 lbs over wieght even with losing & keeping off the 100 lbs. I never had much support except for you & this board & also feel that might have had more to do with me not getting to goal then anything. I love you all & hope we stay together for Year 4. I don't think any of us know what we might be up against, I just know I don't want to be that 360 lb person ever again. Thanks for letting me Rant a little & God Bless you all & Happy Birthday to all the March Board whenever your day is...... Marilyn, the Bearlady

Hey Marilyn; Happy #3 to you!!! I'm glad that you are feeling better about yourself these days. I know that you were feeling low for a while there. When I find myself dwelling on the negatives, I try to kick myself in the butt and look back at what things were like 3 years ago! And yes...... as silly as it seems, I still have that HUGE pair of jeans in my closet and yes.....I still try them on occasionally. It's always good for a laugh and it's a very sobering reminder of how far I've come. Please feel free to Rant all you want.....that's why we're here....to listen and learn and help and provide friendship. Be well.....good "Bearlady" and let's make year #4 a good one!! Mike

Thanks Mikie Your attitude for sure helps. The only thing I kept from the BIG clothes was a 4x Tee Shirt that I still put on occasionally. Too Funny. At least I am not still wearing that on the tight side. Hee Hee Marilyn, the Bearlady

Marilyn, you've been such a strong, constant presence on this Board. I'm glad to hear you focusing on your health - sounds like you're making good progress! Happy anniversary and I will be around next year to wish you the same! Take care, sweetie. M.

Hi Marilyn, Best wishes as the WLS journey continues. You are sounding stronger since you moved back to San Diego. May our year 4 bring nothing but positive things for you. Hugs, Mo

Happy # 3 for you & all marchers. God bless you and wishing the best thru this year #4 . This year will be better than the others past. Go for you girl, keep up your cheers and keep loosing some pounds.