A Message from the FUTURE!

I had my surgery September 12, 2005.... Yesterday I posted the following post, but I though you all here on this forum might enjoy reading it as well... BEST WISHES TO ALL OF YOU AS YOU REGAIN YOUR LIVES!!! ************************************************************ Seeing as how it is one year to the day from my WLS I feel obligated to post something.. so here is my something. Over the last 365 days I have lost: Two of my grandmothers My under-ware at WalMart Several thousands of dollars in; clothing, supplements, medical co-pays.....the list goes on My Boobs My "Butt Shelf" My pains My apnea My sweet tooth *ok most of it at lest* My inability to accept a complement Some of my hair and 130 pounds Over the last 365 days I gained: MY LIFE BACK! I control every aspect of my life.. food does not control me. I have my pride and self-esteem back *most of it at lest*. My family has the REAL Erin back. I love LIVING my life and not just being a spectator! WLS was the BEST thing I ever gave ME! Now if I could just wrap my mind around the fact that I wear a 6 I'd be ok!!! Thank you to EVERYONE who has been a part of my journey. I would not be the success I am today with out each and everyone of YOU! *love and blessings!* Erin G 9/12/05 282/152/155......ok maybe 150

You are a true inspiration!

Erin, Thank you for your post it's such an inspiration. I'm always looking for tall girls to compare with, as I am one...boy I hope I follow your footsteps!! Take care! Renee

That is awesome of you to take a moment from the future to remind those of us just ready to step up what this is all for!!! My surgery is Monday, we've "talked" before, we have the same surgeon... If I am well enough, I may just meet you on the 24th at the picnic. Wish me luck! Karen B.

Thanks Erin , that was great . It is great to hear positives . Happy late surgiversary . Kathy