Hi Deborah At just over 8 months out I have lost 129 lbs. I never thought it would be possible. I came home yesterday after a 3 week vacation in Spain and I actually wore a bikini on the beach Last year I also went to Spain for a vacation and I wouldn't even wear shorts! I am really happy with the results of this surgery. The only thing that I can complain about is that I get sick at least once a month. It's all sorts of flu that I seem to be contracting. I am taking all my vitamins and my bloodwork shows that my vitamin levels are even stronger than they were before I had the surgery. I have been wondering if this is just my body getting used to this big change At least I hope it is... Good luck to you on your journey Kolla 304/175/140

Thanks! ... and you do the same!

Thanks Susan: That's what I needed to hear. After much thought I figured I needed to increase the water and protein. I've been slacking on the exercise too. Kepp up the good work!!!!!!!!!! Tracy

I have been on several plateau's lately ... I read somewhere the other day, to increase water intake and protein. That's what I've been doing, and I've finally lost 2 more pounds. I suppose that that is what did it -- cuz I havent changed anything else .... ... and havent been exercising like I should .... Susan

Welcome aboard! I had surgery the 13th too but I have only lost 80 pounds ( I started at 278) so you are doing better than me!!! You must feel awesome!