6 Mos Anniversary today !!

I have been looking forward to this milestone date with lots of anticipation. I want to say HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO ME and everyone else who is at this midmark- the middle of the month! Happy 6 mos to ME!! I began at 325, am now 240 that is 85lbs in 6mos today! Somedays I feel discouraged, as I'm 5-4" and those taller than I am seem more proportional in their loss, but I honestly never lost this much in my life..and am looking forward to my birthday July 16 and my 1 yr anniv on August 15! TWO Birthdays!! YAHOOOO!! I just spruced up my OH page and have submitted new pictures, they should show in a few days.. I just wanna say thanks to everyone who posts here- you are are an incredible source of support and motivation, and I wish everyone good luck in their journey! Hugs Donna

Happy 6 month anniversary! I had my 6 month anniversary on the 12th. I am 5' 4" also. I lost 93 pounds so far, but I have been stalling for a while now. Well good luck, you are doing great.

Hi Melody! Ms Size 10!! Congratulations to YOU!! Good Work! I lived in West Babylon 6 yrs and my son graduated the HS there, so we are neighbors!! Do you ever go shopping at Joyce Leslie? I love that store! Also- if you have the time- you should come to the Post Op meetings at Good Sam in West Islip. They are for banders and WLS surgery patients, regardless of your surgeon, and its a really good, caring group of people. We are doing a Fashion Show on March 25th, and I expect to be in it! Its going to be sponsored by Dress Barn & several other companies. Anyway- if you would like to get together - let me know- I have 2 other friends- both WLS patients, that live in Babylon area and I would love to get us all together! Email me and we can set it up! Hugs Donna

Hi Donna, I have also hit my 6 month anniversary. I am now -70 pounds and like you I have never in my life lost this my weight and feel like I will keep it off. Life is so good. Congrats to you and keep up the good work. We will both make goal, I'm sure of it! Stay strong and encouraged (I say this to you and me and anyone else who needs a daily boost of "I CAN MAKE IT" attitude right now)! Blessings to you, Lori 293/223/130

Hi Lori- I just answered your post today about your goals!! Have FUN! and celebrate your losses with us! Hugs, Donna

Congratulations, my New York Buddy!! You are such an inspiration. Are you still exercising? Keep up the great work. Hugs, Sherry 276/200/130 or 140

My LOVELY friend Sherry! HOW are you doing? This week has been difficult - with a blizzard over the weekend- and today its 60 degrees! GO Figure!! I had 2 meetings Tuesday- one with my new hematologist and the other was my surgeon's support group- Tuesday-But yesterday I did some dumbbell weight lifts before work and did some when I got home yesterday- and the rest of the week- I will be in the gym-thurs/fri/sat/sun...The more I go- the more focused I become and I miss the "release" when I'm not there..I find myself more anxious during the day..We are human- NOT robots!! AND thank GOD for that!! I hope you are keeping up with your program and exercising.I want to begin a group exercise class- but at my gym you pay extra for the classes- and I already pay enough! LOL..so Im going to begin looking for a class in kickboxing- Tae Bo style- because I really miss it. I do have the video- but when you're in a class - it motivates you even more to keep going AND returning to class. Hugs & Keep me posted on how you are doing!

Congrats Donna!!! Great Job!!!! Lori

Thanks Lori! I just took my measurements yesterday 2-16 and I have lost 24 inches with half of that coming off my hips and waist area! I was surprised it was so much! Thanks again! I always see your posts- and know you work hard too! Donna

Donna, congrats! Great job and wonderful spirit!!! You are doing awesome. Shirt or tall we all have our goals and our ways to get there. We are just lucky to have had this surgery and do well without complictions, and get new start on life after all, when you think of it.... Best wishes, Rita 08/08/05 5'7'' 255/190/160