Yes it has already been my half a year date come and gone. I cant believe it has flown by so fast. I swear it seems like last week when I was posting 5 million questions about what to expect and all. Well it has been an interesting 6 months to say the least. I have lost 144 lbs since surgery and 165 since this time last year. I have lost numerous sizes in my clothing. Have survived a death in my family, a hurricane, and most of all I learned again that it is possible to live without lights lol.(learned it the first time after hurricane elaina on the coast). But my life is going so much better since I am a loser. I cant believe how much better I get around and am able to do things. I enjoy little things like being able to go into the dressing rooms at walmart and try on clthes that actually fit and I dont have to go to only the big and tall stores to find clothes. The way I fit in a car is so wonderful. I even traded out my van for a blazer last week so I am compacting the cars even lol. and most of all I want to say THANK YOU to all my OH family and friends for all of your support before and after surgery and from here on out it has meant more to me than you all will ever know. Barry 03-14-05

Hi.... I hate protein drinks and have tried alot of them and hated them all. yesterday I came across some samples my surgeons office gave me. I really need to boost my protein, so I figured I'd force myself to try some. They are the best protein drinks I have ever tried and I'm very picky. They are from smartforme and you can order online. So far I have tried the wildberry passion fruit drink and the hot cocoa. The fruit drink was light and not gritty at all. 70 calories and 15 grams of protein. The hot cocoa has 16 grams of protein and 60 calories and it tastes so good. So good that I had to check the label because there if no nasty taste at all. Just thought I'd share because I know how hard it is to find protein drinks that are tolorable. Have a great day! Scarlette

Congratulations on the weight loss. My arms are so flabby, but it doesn't look like yours are! Lucky duck! Hugggs, Heidi 353/246/170

Losing the weight is part of it. But you may also have an iron deficiency. Have your doc check your iron level next time you go in. Toni Lap RNY 3/21/05 267/176/130

That is me, I freeze in the car, the house, anywhere, lol. But its worth it...I know when I lose more I will probably still be freezing but hey thats what Walmart is for, I will go buy more clothes!!! Hugs Angela Open Rny 3/24/05 313/226/140???