Where is everyone now?

 Hi everyone... I have seen Ruth trying to keep this board up...with not much luck! I remember starting on this board and wishing how I would have found it long before I had my surgery.  Everyone had such nice words and gave you the encouragement I needed..
Well, Now I am not doing so well and maybe I need some encouragement again!! That or I wonder if anybody else is having problems with the dreaded "weight gain"!! I only went back to my surgeon at 6 months after my surgery,I went to my family Dr after that. Does anyone else just go to their family Dr??
I never got to "MY" goal or even at normal weight. Believe me, I am thankful of the weight I did lose,but it never was enough! Does anybidy think that you were just at a weight and wasn't going to go down anymore because your body doesn't think it should go lower!!??
I am actually eating ALLOT now,like whole sandwisches and stuff..never could finish one before. Does anyone think maybe they stretched their pouch???
By the way I have gained...I started at 277..my highest and am floating around the 200 mark again.....203 the highest!!

HELPME!!!!

I know I am just rattling on and should go see my surgeon,but guess I am embarrassed to do so...Anybody else having the same problem??

HI!  I NEVER reached my goal either. I started at 332 and am around 190 now (up or down 3-5 pounds depending on the day). Some days I can eat what seems like lots and other days I feel like the surgery is new again.  I am not disappointed because I know I'm not following the rules 100% but I am living like a normal person.  I can go to normal stores and by clothes (L tops and 14 bottoms)! I can order bras from Victoria's Secret. I can bend over and tie my shoes.  NO, I didn't reach the goal way but I have reached many many non-numerical goals. 
We all know we were supposed to stick with our post op diet...but I have slipped...now if I were sticking completely to the diet and exercise I would probably be very depressed.  The only time I get depressed now is when I see how far I've come and know that I can do nothing (besides surgery which I can't afford) to get rid of all the excess skin, but my hubby married me with it and says its just "sugar".

Update on my life! I am HAPPILY married to a wonderful man.  We are building a house.  I teach school and switched grade levels this year and LOVE IT.  And most of all we are working for God and HE is working for us.

Mandy Moore :D

Hi there

you know, funny enough I was thinking about you today and wondering where you were, how you are doing etc.!!

I am still struggling - I haven't gained any, but haven't lost any either.  I never reached anywhere near my revised goal of a normal bmi.  I'm very dissappointed.  I've actually started looking on the revision board and my options there.  It's surprising just how many people need a revision as their original surgery wasn't performed adequately.  If you are interested, go and have a browse - NOT that I am encouraging you, or trying to lead you into a revision.  That is something that every person needs to decide with their doctor for themselves - just like the original wls!!!  Just letting you know there are options available if you feel you want to look into them.

Anyway, I've rambled on long enough.  It's good to see you again.  It's a shame this board has gone quiet, but I guess we are all off doing other things.

I'd love to keep in touch if you'd like to.  feel free to contact me directly if you'd like to.

hugs,

Hello lovey! I'm right where you are honey so don't feel so alone. I'm starting to try gimmicks and diets again and I thought i'd never have to do that. Just know you aren't alone ok? Hugs, ANDI

Hi Mandy

how good to see you - what a first class attitude you have.  You have done a fantastic job on this journey and it sounds like you are living life to the full.

Yes, you are absolutely right, this weight loss is about far more than just numbers on a scale.  Congratulations on your marriage, and new life.

Hugs, Ruth

you got married and didn't post any pictures......are you freakin' kidding me? You've just GOT to be kidding me right? C'mon Mandy aren't we better friends then that, where are the photos girl? Hugs, ANDI ps. i didn't reach goal either but i'm hanging tough, some days dangling but at least it's still considered hanging. ANDI

Oh my freakin' gosh!!!!!  Mandy, you got MARRIED????????  Hurray!  I am so excited for you!  That is just the best news I've heard ... I'm truly happy for you!

Deanna  :)