1 Year Today

I am down 156 pounds, today. I feel and look great. I've come along way with all your support. Yes it has been hard. Yes I would do it again. Yes I have followed all the rules, even the ones I didn't like. Yes I eat a special way(diet), protein, vitamins and calcium daily. Yes I excercise daily. I haven't had a soft drink, sugar or any bad carbs like bread and rice since I went in for surgery. This was a revision for me from a lap band in 1986. My Doctor warned that the weightloss isn't as good after a previous procedure. I have surpassed his hopes for me. I would like to lose 40 more pounds over the next year. I am losing slowly now. About 8 pounds a month, but I will take every little pound I can. If anyone out there is trying to decide I hope my post helps you make your decision. It has changed my life. I am off all meds and living my life, now. A Special Thanks to Dr. Stan Hahn. Thanks for all your support. Darlene RNY 4/19/04 Down 156 pounds

You have done Wonderful Darlene!! Good Job!

Congratulations on an incredible year of losing Darlene! Sounds like you're running a tight ship, and are fiercely committed to having excellent long term results. 8lbs a month this far out is AWESOME! You've got just 5 more months at that rate - you can totally make it. Good for you, and good for us all, ~Lara

Happy belated re-birthday Darlene!