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I was just in the lobby at work talking to the security guard and a fellow I have known for ages came walking through and stopped .. took one look at me and said .. Is that Maureen? I know I have run into him periodically in the parking garage and around, but I honestly don't remember when the last time was that he has seen me. He was STUNNED and very complimentary about how good I am looking. We had a brief discussion about how I had lost the weight, and he mentioned having a few friends who had WLS and were doing so well also. It's re-inforcing to hear others positive experiences with WLS as well as be an example myself. I am upfront and honest about the 'issues' I have had in my recovery, but very quick to say that even so I would do this again in a heartbeat. WLS has given me back my life. Hugs, Mo

I've had a few experiences like the one you relate.... Who's the lady talking to me like she knows me? I have known the guy for like 10 years! That was a sweet day. Or how about when my son kept telling me that he didn't really see the difference in me. Then one day I walk up to his place with my daughter (she's heavy too) and he thinks that I am her and that she is me.... kind of bitter sweet that one is but it just goes to show you that even though others know you they can miss the most obvious so when someone is just an aquaintence the changes seem that much more dramatic to them. L&H Gayle

Great story, Maureen, and when are we going to see the new you??? Time to update your photo! I met with a high-powered executive type person on business in Rhode Island recently and over lunch he brought up the issue of trying to lose "the last 10 pounds" he was struggling with on Atkins; our conversation was comfortable so eventually we got to the point where I shared that I had lost well over a hundred pounds in the last year...and I showed him a "before" photo -- if the guy wore false teeth, they would have dropped in his soup! Here's the strange thing ... he asked me how I had done it and followed it up with, "Did you have surgery?" For the first time, I couldn't say yes. I said, "No, just by my own devices." I lied about this for the first time -- what do you make of that? I've thought about it a lot and all I can come up with is I just don't want to feed the impression in society that the SURGERY is the cure all and the "easy way" to lose the weight. IT HAS NOT BEEN EASY!!! And it will remain a constant battle for the rest of my life. But it is EASIER to deal with food. Anyway, just wanted to share that. From one Maureen to another, have a great day! Maureen

Reenie, I have pictures sprinkled through my profile. I just put one on there from this past weekend. I just haven't put one on to change my headshot on my posts. Hugs, Mo