ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY IS ALMOST HERE.....

I had my surgery on 8/9/02. I have lost a total of 120 pounds and I am so grateful to God for showing me the way with WLS. I am so glad that I made the decision to have the surgery instead of listening to all my friends negativity. I am having a little trouble the past few months because I am eating more and also craving more junk. Before, I would never touch any sweets but lately I have been taking chances. I am afraid I am falling back to my destructive way of life and it does scare me quite a bit. If anyone has any advice, I am open to it. Thanks and God Bless You! Teresa Arnold

Hi Teresa, I am Mickie Thomason. I had Lap RNY Aug 2, 2002. I am 5'2 and started at a weight of 286 & BMI of 52 & clothing sizes were 28 & 30. Today I weigh 160 lbs. Clothing sizes 12 & 14. Never thought I would see those numbers. As far as the surgery, this has been the best year. I feel wonderful & light on my feet. Hardly no sickness or dumping. I eat normally, just cooking it a different way. If I want something sweet I eat a cookie or what ever I want but it does sometimes makes me sick. I still enjoy my food and look forward to my meals. So glad to hear you are doing well also. Congratulations Mickie 286/160/135