WOW look at all these wonderful wow moments! We're all doing great! My most recent WOW moments were at a party I had to go to on Saturday with my Husband. One of his friends said to my Husband, "Your wife is looking hot!" . Another of his friends said to me, "Oh my gosh what are you now like a size 8?" I'm not, I'm a 14 or 16. A lot of people told me how nice I looked and one girl said, "Wow, you're beautiful" which made me feel good. I'm still dying to get into onderland, at 210 lbs down from 333. Congratulations those that made it to onderland. I would jump up and down and scream too! Lizzie

First let me say my road to the surgery was very long and rocky...come to think of it, it has been the same since too!!! lol... but of course no regrets!!! 1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS? I believe it was my mom-was a very long time ago!! 2. How long did it take to get approval? I started my journey to have this in 2000, but due to my employer changing ins companies, it took me forever! Once I changed jobs and finally found a surgeon I felt safe with, it was about 2 1/2 years. I had to put it on hold for awhile and take care of my father. 3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up? Man i'm really hurting and at the same time, looked at the clock and wondered why my 1 hr surgery took almost 5 hours, and why did I still have a dang tube in my nose! 4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery? yes, and wasn't allowed to drink for almost a week!!! All I was allowed was that stupid stick w/a green sponge on the end to wet my mouth But when he said I could drink I was sooo thirsty I don't think I even thought about it! 5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year? For me I would have to say not having a nervous break down with all my complications, and how amazing I feel 200lbs lighter in such a short amount of time! 6. What does the next year bring? Hopefully more lbs gone and like April, hopefully a baby!

1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS? My husband 2. How long did it take to get approval? I started the 6 month doc supervised diet June 1st 2005, received offical approval March 8th, 2006 3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up? I'm awake!! 4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery? Yes, my first "soft" food was string cheese and I only nibbled at it 5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year? Going to the beach and feeling absolutely carefree about wearing a bathingsuit!! 6. What does the next year bring? Hopefully a baby

Okay, my surgery date is the 24th, so I still have almost a whole month. 1. Who did you first tell that you were considering WLS? I believe, (cant remember exactly) it was my husband. 2. How long did it take to get approval? I started the process in end of Feb and had a surgery date in March, then insurance changed their policy, so I had to find another doctor. At that time there wasnt any doctors in MO that Medicare would accept, so I found one closest to me in Chicago IL. My first visit with him was in March 20, and had my surgery 24. I got approved right away, but had to go though other things first. 3. What was the first thing you thought when you woke up? I made it, yeah!! 4. Were you scared to eat/drink after surgery? The first day after, I was very nauseated, so I didnt eat, except the popsickles. 5. What is the coolest, most bestest thing about having lived thru this past year? My new body, which I hope isnt done yet, the reaction from other people, even my husband, lol. I am no longer on any prescribed meds, I have so much energy, and love getting up after only 6 hours of sleep. I go strong all day without getting tired, I just love it. I am doing more, enjoying more, and can exactly play with the grandchildren better, without in problems. Life is great, and I thank God everyday for this wonderful new lease on life. I want to thank all of you April surgery family for helping me to make it this far too. Without the support and love that I get here, I dont believe that I could have made it as well as I have. (((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))) for everyone for just being here for me when I need it. Love to all Kathleen

April I am crying here at the computer!! You stinker! You made me cry...I am SO very happy for you and you have accomplished a miracle in this short time! Congrats on Onederland!!! Now the 180's!! Yahoo Girlfriend! Mama Joan....