I DID IT!!!!

I made a personal goal to be below 200lbs by 1/1/08. I am happy to report that not only did I meet my goal, I surpassed it! On Dec 30th I weighed 197lbs! Now I am currently at 193lbs. I'm in ONEderland folks! I feel so accomplished, proud, excited, and even a bit scared. I never want to see 200lbs AGAIN! EVER! So since my highest recorded weight of 316lbs I have lost 123lbs. Since surgery (278lbs) I have lost 85lbs. When I first had this surgery I said during the first 2 months... it's not worth it, but ask me again around Christmas -- not only is this surgery worth it... its one of the best things I have ever done for myself! I'm so pleased with my results! I have a new goal of 175lbs. I hope everyone had some wonderful holidays with friends and family. I have a feeling that 2008 is going to be 1 great year! Check out my new pics on my profile! ~Amber~

Congratulations, Amber! That is very exciting. I was hoping to make it under 200 also, but have been in a major stall. Abbie

Thank you Abbie! You know what they say about stalls... increase your protein and water or go back to basics for a day or two. I think either one will kick you out of your stall. You'll get there! Don't give up! ~Amber~

Way to go Amber, you are doing great.

Thank you so much Susan. I never thought I would see ONEderland! LOL ~Amber~

That is so fantastic!!!!! Congratulations. Heidi

Thank you SO much Heidi!! I feel amazing!! ~Amber~

WOW Amber - you should be so proud of yourself! Congratulations. And, I agree, this is going to be a great year!!! Penny

Not only am I proud of myself - everyone around me is proud too! Thank you for the response Penny! 2008 is going to lead to some fabulous things for us all!!! Thank you- ~Amber~

What an awesome accomplishment!! I'm so proud of you!! Congrats on not only meeting your goal, but over achieving!!! I too agree 208 will be THE best year for us all!