Hi Linda, Marie, Nancy and Nancy!!!

I had my surgery October 11, 2001. I weighed about 342 and am now down to about 175, so I have lost almost 170 pounds. Life is so much better. I just found out the good news today that my pelliculectomy/abdominoplasty is APPROVED and going to be scheduled for the week of August 18th (about a month away!!) I am so excited, yet scared, as it will be extensive- about a 4-5 hour long surgery. It is predicted to take off another 10-15 pounds. You see, I am able to hide my belly very well under girdles and tight pants, but it is absolutley hideous. Fortunately the pictures submitted to the insurance company were graphic enough for them to approve it on the first shot. I am glad to hear that you all are so successful. I am so happy for all of us.

Hi, Jeni - Congrats on your tummy tuck/leg lift, etc. By now, you should be all done and home and healing. I'd like to do it myself, but just haven't gotten around to it yet (you know - when you have a life again, other stuff becomes more important). As for me - well, I've lost half of myself. I started at 300 lbs and am now holding (with no effort) at 150. I've gone from a size 26/28 to a 12. I'd be a 10 if I got my tummy done - the legs are already a 10. Good luck to you - hope that all continues to go well for you. See you lighter, MAZZ