Marie, I'm sorry you have to deal with this negitivity. I have only had positive feedback on my surgery and weight loss. I wonder if your sister-in-law is jealous. Is she a queen bee type and wants all the attention? I wonder what she would do if you replied with, "Why are you so negitive? I wish you could be happy for me." Then walk off. Remember people can only continue to hurt you if you allow it. I used to be the biggest whimp. I don't know if it's age or experience, but I stand up for myself better now. You need to do that too. Karen

Hello October buddies. I've hit the plataue and I feel stuck. I've lost 90 lbs. But I've been stuck her for about a month now. I have my 6 month blood work done and I've been told I need to take an iron supplement. I've been feeling physically drained and maybe the low iron has something to do with it. At least I know I'm not alone we all have our plataues and mine too will pass. I plan on upping my protien and water intake and getting back to my excercise program. My oldest left for the Air Force two weeks ago and I went on an emotional roller coaster which threw me off schedule as far as my workouts. I miss them and plan on making today the day I get back on track. Congrats to everyone's success.. Someday I'll be in the century club I have faith. Barbara --Citrus Heights, CA

Marie, It sounds like some members of your family are jealous and not happy for you. Sagging skin is much better than diabetes or multiple weight problems. I wouldn't give them a second thought. As long as you and your hubby are happy that's all that matters. Blessings~

To everyone- You are all doing GREAT!!!! Congratulations on your success! I was on a pretty bad plateau until I kick up the protein and started working out six days a week rather than four. I have now lost a total of 83 pounds since 10/20/03 (276/193). I saw my doctor that performed my surgery and she was thrilled with my weightloss. I'm down from a 22/24 to a misses size 14. I can't believe how my body is falling into place eventhough my weightloss is very slow these days. My boobies have gone down very much so and my waist has become very defined. (I actually think that I'm a Foxy Momma these days. My doctor told me at this point she wants me to just work out really hard and to focus on toning rather than watching the scale. I am very close to my goal of 155 pounds (38 pounds to go). Since I took her advice, I have lost six pounds in the last two weeks (that's really good for me now a days). Anyway, I'm no longer stressing over the weight loss- I'm taking it all in stride and just learning to be more positive on a daily basis and to be thankful for where God has brought me. Take care and be blessed, Cherry

Jane, I have been a wee bit angry at this myself. I seem to get offered more help at the stores alot more hellos and how are you's are thrown my way. I even had one guy give me the up and down look. I was repulsed. It isn't what is on the outside that matters, it never has for me. I am so thankful for my wonderful husband who has loved me through thick and thin Blessings to you