13 months and very satisfied

I have not been on the site for months. Either too busy or too depressed. If you want to know what that means feel free to check out some of the details on my profile, new version. The old wouldn't convert over so, it took a few months to copy and paste all the old postings into the new blog. But it's all there, just not under newer dates. In 13 months I have gone from 342 pounds (down 11 pounds pre-surgery), to 225 plus or minus a few. I've gone from a size 26/28 to a size 20. I've started taking Tae Kwan Do classes. I'm loving them and earned my first level belt in April (yellow). I hope to earn my next belt this summer. I am healthier and happier. I can run, buy stylish clothes at Target that look good on me, easily get down on the floor with my kids, fit into waiting room chairs, etc. I can't even count the ways this surgery has blessed me. I am so much more aware of the choices I am making exercise and food wise. Even when I make unhealthy choices, I know that I am doing so. The surgery did not, however, keep me from getting into one of the worst depressions of my life, or help me get into a healthy job that I can be proud of, or completely restored my self-esteem. In the past year I have learned alot more about who I am and what I can and can't do, irregardless of weight. I'm certain with time and more work I will get where I want to be in all areas of my life I am very thankful for the surgery. I look and feel better and have the opportunity to live a healthier, more normal life. Surgery has been a blessing, and I'm sure it will continue to be! Thank You Dr. S!!! Heidi L-S

How nice that you are so satisfied with your results I'm sorry you have been depressed. I hope you are feeling better now. Lizzie