Happy Surgiversary!! May 9 people

Happy surgery anniversary to: Candy Laura Debbie Ashleigh Joseph If I've missed anyone, please post. We want to hear about journeys. Eileen

Add me to your list!! 1 year ago today I laid on a gurney and placed my life in the hands of God and my surgeon. I weighed 240 lbs the day of surgery. I wore a very tight size 20/22 and was taking medications for high blood pressure and cholesterol. I loved to go hiking/camping/biking. But, my weight was now becoming an obstacle to the things I enjoyed doing. I couldn't climb a flight of stairs without stopping and catching my breath and I was tired all the time. What got me there? My out of control eating, I was an emotional eater. After my weight got so high, I guess I just didn't care anymore. I look at pictures of me taken shortly before surgery and they literally make me ill. How could I have let myself get that big? How could I have done that to myself? On July 14, 2004 my grand-daughter Catrina was born. I was there for her birth and held her when she was just a few minutes old. I don't know what it was, but a feeling came over me that I can't explain. I knew I had to do something about my health problems/weight. I had to do it not only for myself but for my kids and now, my grand-daughter. This past year has been a whirlwind.......luckily, I had no complications from the surgery and I haven't had any real problems with getting/finding the correct foods to eat. I now wear a size 8 and weigh 143 lbs. My blood pressure is perfect and my cholesterol is 145. Would I do it again? YES! Was it worth it? YES! Hardest part? Learning not to turn to food to deal with issues in my life. Now, I just find something else to fill the void. Happy Surgiversary to all of us Maysters!!!!!!

Congratulations Sue! Your story is inspirational! You have done an incredible job, and we are all proud of you! Angie

Wow Sue! Great post! Good for you! Hugs, Lori 384/242/168

hi, i mostly lurk.... but today is my anniversary of my surgery too. i was feeling quite sad... and alone about this today. i must say, i dont share a lot with people regarding this surgery and i am extremely private. but i know i can share it with you fine folks here. i started at 222, and am down to 120 as of this morning. i can hardly believe it. i'm very petite, and am hoping to lose maybe 5-10 more lbs. but if i never lost another pound i'd be happy. (i am only 5 foot 1) i work out daily and live alone, and hope against hope that one day i'll meet someone now that i'm finally taking care of myself for the first time in my life! i cant believe 1 year ago i was lying in a hospital room with morphine though.. ha! jess.

Thanks Eileen! I cant believe its been a year already. Its been an exciting experience to say the least. Candy

me too

You look GREAT! Keep up the good work!