Hey Lynn I just responded to somebody else with the same problem. Grazing is so easy to do. I have started FIT day so I am concious of what is going in my mouth. Now if I can be honest with myself about it. Lynn

Today is my 2nd surgaversary... At 5'6", I started at 331#, and currently weigh 228#. I went down to 216# after my Mom's death a year ago, but basically I've stayed the same for a year and a half. BUT - that's actually a success - I STAYED THE SAME! After a year of horrible stuff - my mother dying, my son being a rotten teenager and the job from HELL,I ACTUALLY DID'NT GAIN IT ALL BACK... I have read about the plateau buster diet, can anyone direct me to info on that? I know I also need to drink more water. I am TERRIBLE about drinking enough water. I did exercise, but stopped a few months ago so I need to get back to that, too. I take my supplements religiously, and attend support group regularly. I wish there was someone in the support group who was struggling like me, but they are all either superstars, just post-ops or people waiting for surgery. I never hear about people who gain weight back and I am REALLY curious about that... I have a close friend who is over a 15 months post-op. She is still losing weight, never eats protein, never exercises, never goes to support group, won't go on the internet, never takes iron or calcium. She justs says that she is better at weight loss than me....I can't believe that! I think I am a success but I want to go ALL THE WAY and lose the rest... Thanks for reading.

Hi Laura Today 4/4/07 is my 2 year anniversary too! Congratulations on your progress! I must say, I know your journey has not been easy with 2 major WLS's in the past 5 years. You have done GREAT! I have not had any complications, whatsoever to date. I am staying positive, I will have none but you never know. I can only suggest you will probably get more advise on this subject if you post this on the main board. Not many people find their way back here, but I am hopeful many will. From time to time, my pouch burns. Feels like when I used to have GERD. I take 150mg of Zantac and it stops it. I dont know if I may have an ulcer or what it could be but so far it is only sporadic at best, and not an everyday thing, if it worsens or happens daily I will call my surgeon. Let us know what you find out and post this on the main board too. Tooter or Amy may know more about this subject. ES

Hi Armilda! My name is Sandy. Nice to meet you! Im so sorry your husband has been so sick, how is he doing now? Im with you, I WISH I would have had this done YEARS ago and not at the age of 46. But at the age of 48, life for me anyway, is just starting! I can play with my grandsons with ease, take them to the fairs and carnivals and even fit into the kiddie rides! WOO HOO! We are all going to Disney this summer, and I cant wait! 140 pounds is AWESOME! Pat yourself on the back! You deserve it. Hope your husband is better, I will keep you and your family in my prayers! Hugs, Sandy

Come on out and let us know how your doing! How has your journey been so far? What has been the best change for you, over the last two years! Share your favorite recipe or give us a tip or hint you have found helpful! I post here often so Im pretty sure I am up to date with everyone on my progress. I will update after my two year surgeon's visit, on Friday the 13th!