1. Surgery Date: *June 18, 2004 2. Height: *6' 0" 3. Day of Surgery Weight: *409lbs 4. One Year Weight: *283lbs 4a. GOAL WEIGHT: *? I would be happy at 220 5. Best Health Habit that you have acquired since surgery? *Eating more veggies and aquiring a taste for diet drinks 6. The Worst Habit that you still possess even after surgery that you know you shouldn't? *that one minature piece of chocolate that I still eat once in a while (I know, I know, don't say it) 7. During your 1st six months did you? A. Follow instructions to a tee and do everything physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time My Anwser: *A 8. During the 2nd part of the 1st year did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time My Anwser: *B, once I realized I could push the limits I tried things. 9. Do you feel that these habits have slowed down your progress? *Yes but I still think that I am doing well 10. Do you exercise on a regular basis (meaning at least 3 times a week)? *I was going to Curves before my job changed my hours. I haven't been doing much excersizing but I will be now cause I have top get the ball rolling and end this dang plateau. Now that its pool weather I will be doing my laps everyday. 11. Have you had plastic surgery as of yet? *Not yet......but documenting all the rashes from my skin fold so maybe I can get the insurance company to pay 12. Did you lose more weight after the plastic surgery? *N/A 13. Was it worth it ?( Plastic surgery ?) *N/A 14. What's the MOST POSITIVE thing to come out of having this surgery for you? *Gaining back my confidence level 15. What's the MOST NEGATIVE thing that has resulted from having this surgery for you? * Still feeling fat when looking in the mirror, and the excess skin but it would never change my decision. 16. On a scale from 1-10 How would you rate your use of your new TOOL? *Around a 7; I could be doing better now, but I still am pleased with the entire outcome. 17. Would you go through this again? *ABSOLUTELY!!! 18. BIGGEST FEAR now that 1 yr. anniversary is here... *Not reaching my goal weight, and GAINING IT ALL BACK....

I'm sorry you're going through this... I read about how common this actually is... as you regain your self esteem and self confidence, your partner feels threatened and insecure. Makes no sense to me Maybe you guys could try counseling?

RE: Take the 1 yr. Poll..... 1. Surgery Date: *June 23, 2004 2. Height: *5' 4" 3. Day of Surgery Weight: *332.9 4. One Year Weight: *238 or so 4a. GOAL WEIGHT: *100 pounds down, then out of the 200's. 5. Best Health Habit that you have acquired since surgery? *Having my husband check ingredients in food before we buy it; substituting better choices for junk food. 6. The Worst Habit that you still possess even after surgery that you know you shouldn't? *eating things I shouldn't; tendency to graze on sunflower seeds in the shells. 7. During your 1st six months did you? A. Follow instructions to a tee and do everything physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time *A, though I tried other things when I thought I was ready for them; my dr. is not as strict as some. He lets me have diet cola, which, for some, is a no-no. 8. During the 2nd part of the 1st year did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time *B. Occasionally I am somewhere that food I would do well not to have is there, and I have sneaked a little; not much, though. 9. Do you feel that these habits have slowed down your progress? *A little, if I followed everything to a T, I would most likely be at goal now However, if I am too strict, I begin to resent it, regarding the changes as a punitive diet rather than a way of life. One friend calls it "planned cheating," LOL, which, for me, needs to happen now and then. 10. Do you exercise on a regular basis (meaning at least 3 times a week)? *No, and I worry about it. I feel so tired much of the time; most likely from meds and/or fibromyalgia fatigue. If I had an exercise buddy to walk with or go to the pool with, I'd do better. My husband, Jim, has been my buddy the past 8 years, however, his health and stamina are going down as mine have increased, which is somewhat problematic. I have done some dr.-ordered pool therapy; just not as on schedule as I really need to be. (I seem to have other things come up such as my husband being hospitalized, my having serious ear infections and balance problems until I get tubes put in etc.) 11. Have you had plastic surgery as of yet? *no; don't know if I will. 12. Did you lose more weight after the plastic surgery? *N/A as I have not crossed that bridge yet 13. Was it worth it ?( Plastic surgery ?) *N/A as I haven't done that. 14. What's the MOST POSITIVE thing to come out of having this surgery for you? *Being able to move around and do normal activities, all of which I can do now, even at this still-above-average-weight--I made it to the ocean so much easier, over Memorial Day weekend!. 15. What's the MOST NEGATIVE thing that has resulted from having this surgery for you? *Plateauing sooner than I'd expected--however, I have not gained. Fear that I'll sabotage things and it won't work out permanently. 16. On a scale from 1-10 How would you rate your use of your new TOOL? *7 to 8; there are still areas I need to work on 17. Would you go through this again? *Yes; but glad I don't have to. I think this is the best decision I ever made! 18. BIGGEST FEAR now that 1 yr. anniversary is here... *Not reaching my goal weight, and GAINING IT ALL BACK and certain people saying "I told you so," as they expect me to fail..... Thanks. This was a really good anniversary project for me. Jim and I have not decided yet how we will celebrate this anniversary, however, I am 100% sure it will include you know what--food--better food though!

Hi all.... I would like to celebrate with a big party....But, I will be in the hospital again...What am I a glutten for punishment???? I will be having my TT done on the 28th in Nashville. I can't wait. I know it is for a good cause. So I will not dwell on not having friends over or a big tado...I know when I come home I will be in a solid 6,(down from a 24 pants and a 46-48 top) which makes me very happy. I do wish everyone a very Happy reBirthday. I know all are happy about the choices they made a year ago. I know I am. And would do it all over again, if I had to..... Congrats on your year of new life. I hope everyone will continue to have a happy life and be proud of the chance they have been given. Karen 288/134

Why do we have problems with our relationships after surgery ? I'm 1 year out and been with my kids dad for 12 1/2 years and all we do is argue now he always wants to break up with me ! Before all I did was stay home and be depressed now I love my life and want to enjoy it and go out more ! Why can't they be supportive and understand us instead of argue all the time it gets old !!!