GOOD FOR YOU, Lucy!!! I know what you mean -- it's like you almost don't realize how bad you feel (emotionally and physically****il that weight starts dropping off! My self-esteem is so much better than it was 45 lbs. ago, not to mention my energy level!!! I just love it. Continued success to you!

I had surgery on April 3, 2003 and I am already down 105 lbs. 421/316. Even though I have had another surgery since (unrelated to the WLS) I am feeling stronger everyday. Due to this other surgery and complications that came up since the WLS I have not had a chance to really enjoy the weight loss I have had. I am now starting to recover from my other complications and just beginning to realize what a difference 105 lbs makes. I cannot wait until all my recent health issues are behind me so I can concentrate on my weight loss and regale in its outcomes. This surgery was the best decision I have ever made. The first 2 months are touch and go but once you get to that 3 month it seems the body adjusts and I am ready to move towards the new me!

Hi back Tammy, congrats, wow, what a loss!!!! I bet you are feeling terrific! I was on 4/8, started at 226 and today hit 179. I celebrate as I lose every ten pounds. It goes slower for me so I get a little frustrated about once a week but then I get real and realize I am losing consistenly and doing well. welcome, where in Tx are you from? Robin in Alexandria VA

Hi Robin, I'm Vivian from NJ and I had my surgery on 4/7/03. I started out @ 321# and as of 6/25/03 I have lost 61.5#s and am at 259.5#. I am doing wll and find I have more energy than before. I am eating regular foods and find that I tolerate most of them well. I have found I have trouble with american cheese, though. I am also staying away from the pasta, breads, rice, and cake items. I eat the proteins, vegies and fresh fruits the most. I have been so happy strawberries have been in season here, but not for much longer. I have found the site to be very helpful and am glad to meet other people to share experiences with. At this time we do not have a local support group for people who have had the surgery, so the site helps fill the void. some of us in the area are pushing for a group and I am sure it will happen. Best of luck and contact me anytime you would like. Vivian

well, ya know, i'm really happy that you posted this because i was having the same worry... i had mine on 4/9 and i'm down abuot 56#s thus far... i thought it would be coming off faster and i was worrying that i was eating too much... it does feel like somethings i can eat more and some things only a few bites... i guess i should stop worrying so stinkin much