Nat, You look great!! I know you keep hearing that. I know you have issues with tummy and thighs but your arms look awesome. I still can't do sleeveless. I workout like crazy with my trainer. It is getting better but not enough to show off yet. Congrats on the new you!!!!!! Hugs, Christine

i'm only down 66 pounds and thats on a very, very good day. my dr. was comfortable with it and i must say that i feel pretty good. i, too, eat a bit more during the day than i should but i get hungry two hours after eating and its REAL hunger. i've got to stock up on jerky and other high protein snacks instead of what's lying around the office......................... my sister had surgery the end of january and she's already caught up to me in the weight-loss department. i walk a little each morning but have a severely arthritic knee that inhibits much real exercise. i know my "tool" is still in working order as i don't finish all that i order or bring for lunch and i don't feel well after ingesting sugar..................... hang in there, janette, and i look forward to posting future losses and reading of yours..................... gail 251/185/140?????

You look fantastic. Absolutely beautiful. You've done fantastic on your WLS journey this past year. How do you feel when you look in the mirror? Has your mind caught up with your body? Maggie

Is there anyone here that has not lost 100bls. yet. I had my surgery May 4, 2004. I have only lost 77lbs. I am so upset with myself. I know waht I have to do to get the weight off it is getting myself to stick to it. I snack all day because it is easier then eating a full meal. But the things that I snack on are terrible. I also have to drink when i am eating if I do not I feel like the food is getting stuck in y throat!!! I just don't know. So I was just wondering if there was anyone else that has not lost 100lbs. yet. Janette

I am sure when you read this she will be out of surgery and well on her way to healing . I too went thru this with my daughter Amy . Amy is now 23 . And I remember how hard it was on her .. not to mention the nights at the Childrens hospital where I stayed with her .. craddleing her little but cheeks to keep them from touching the bed . It was the most agonizing pain for me .. I pray for you and her . Amy was 80 % curved and it was putting pressure on her organs . Scoliosis is a horrible disease . Just know she will be great . Amy is now married with 2 children .. and lives a great life . She has a few back aches from time to time .. but she is doing good . My best to you sweety .. hang in there . Nat