My 9 month post-op check up ...

Hello everyone! I had my 9 month post-op check up today, even though I'm not quite 9 months out, this is just how the scheduling fell. Anyway, I'm all excited about it ... my body fat started at 49% and is now down to 23%. They made my goal weight 175, which would keep me in a healthy body fat percentage range ... so I'm only 4 pounds above that goal! They said I could probably go as low at 165, but my surgeon said any lower than that and I would look "weird." Hmmmm! So, I'm striving for 165 but I'll be happy at 175. My starting weight was 307 and I've now lost 127 pounds! Wow! I also got to meet our fellow May person, Joe S. We've been e-mailing since our surgeries after finding out we're both from Oregon and had the same surgeon. Anyway, he is VERY nice and handsome and it was exciting to meet a fellow board member! I wish we could all have some sort of reunion! Wouldn't that be fun? Anyway, Joe, you're cool and I enjoyed finally meeting you! Deanna

That is so great.. so you are normal than.. I am so happy for you... congrats on all your sucess.. you must be so proud of everything you've accomplished...

hold the phone sister....you think Deanna is normal? Wouldn't it be cool to meet some where, all us May'Babies? Let's think on this one, I vote for Vegas but that's just me, I love Vegas. ANDI

Andi, Let's bump this to a separate post. That is a great idea!! Darlene

Deanna, I am so proud of you & for you!!! You have done so great!!!Not just on the weight loss but also coming out of your shell & trying new things!!!You are an inspiration!!! Getting to meet Joe sounds so cool!! It sure would be a blast if we could all get together kind of like the Lexington thing they did on the main board!! (((HUGS))) ~Missy~

Let's do it! Dar

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait until I get closer to goal.... And very exciting to meet another one of us!

Way to Go Deanna!! I dont know how you have accomplished soo much in such little time, its probably a testament to your workout/spinning enthusiasm. Good for you! I cannot wait to reach wonederland, and even though its slower for me I know I can reach my goal! Reading posts like yours just reinforce my dedication! Congrats! Kathryn 342/213/170