almost 3 years

Good Morning people I was sitting here thinking(yes I think from time to time) and on Dec 1st it will make 3 years since I had wls.I have no idea where the time went.I hope you all have a great day steve

Hi there Stephen, Hi there to all also!!! I was thinking the same thing also. I can't believe that it's almost 3 years since we took the plunge. Can I ask 1 question? Please guys do answer if you have the time. Do you have any regrets? None at all for me. I wish I did it sooner, before I got the nueropathy in my feet which is permanent. There are many points where there is no feeling in my feet. I am very happy with the (new me) Lorraine ((HUGS)) to all.

Dear Lorraine, I wish I had my surgery earlier also. I actually fought with insurance and such for 2 years... what a waste!!! HOWEVER!!!! I got to meet all of the people from our boards and I really like everyone. I quit reading the main boards because some of those people are so judgemental and harsh. Judgement has never been a motivator for me. I have not one regret. Sometimes, when I see someone who looks like I used to, I feel like pulling them over and saying, "You can have a life!" My brother is very heavy now and I love him and I wish he would have the surgery. He LOVES to eat and I think he doesn't want to have that taken away. He is very active... never sits down. I think he has thought about it, but it is a lot of work to get it. Where I had the surgery (Cleveland Clinic) I heard they make you do a liquid diet for a few months before surgery. I am so happy I did not have to do that. I had no control before. I don't know if I COULD have done it. How is your new life Lorraine? Does it seem different? If anyone wants to see pictures of the house... the one that I STILL don't know if it is mine or not... so don't blame the horrible decorating on me =P (YET) just email me and I will email them to you. Allison

Allison, How are you girl? I am so happy for all you are enjoying in your new life. I would love to see pictures of your house. My new life is great. I am soon to be divorced and living since July with my boyfriend. He is very good to me. I love him, but there are some things to mend out. We both have been alone. Me, I have been married twice, but was alone for 18 years. He has never been married, and has been brought up very strict. I think that sometimes that part falls on me. I do stick up for myself and tell him he can believe in what he was raised to believe, but I am "ME" I can't change. He knew that when he met me. There is nothing he does not do for me. Respect is what I looked for in a man, and he is it. My life is different because there are much more options and ways I am able to do things that I could not do before because of my obesity. People act so differently to you once you have changed your looks. I find that very sad to be judged by my outer appearance. Please send the pictures. Thanks for answering and keep us all posted. Now??????????????? Lets hear from the rest of you guys. Lorraine

Hi lorraine Like you the only regret I have is not doing it sooner.I wasted so many years and 7 of them I didn't leave my house,I mean I didn't leave it at all for 7 years.But I am glad that I had wls,you can't go back so I go forward.This I was gonna keep under my hat but i'm gonna say it.I went to my Dr's last week and they did a bunch of test,my B-12 is very low,the thing that has me worried is my heart.I was told that it seems to be enlarged.Tommorow I go for a echo cardiogram and that will let us know what is going on.Yes i'm a little worried but i'm not gonna get all upset about it until we know what is going on.Also my lower back is really bothering me and my Dr thinks it is because of the B-12 deffiantcy(spelled wrong) so i have a bunch of x-rays tommorow as well.I will keep you updated when I find out i'll let you all know.Hope you all have a great night love steve

Dear Stephen, I have had so much more fun since the surgery. I do so much more and I am not as self-conscious. The 3 years has flown by, but truthfully, I feel as though life flies by. My BABIES are 18 now and all we talk about is their college mail. My oldest daughter moved to Connecticut and I feel like a part of me is gone. She was my baby just yesterday. I am busy, but when it gets quiet I feel lonely. =P Allison

December will be here before we know it. I never thought losing weight would have such an affect on my life, my dreams, my goals.....everything! I couldn't have had the surgery any earlier....I wasn't 100# overweight when I had the surgery in 2003 but...I have no regrets. It seems we all agree on that. I enjoy your updates. I am in my final 10 weeks of nursing and on the 3rd anniversary of my WLS I will be walking across a college stage at my pinning ceremy. I would never have had the self-esteem to attempt such a thing at my age if I had been at my presurgical weight. Blessings to all of you.....I keep poppin' in to see what's new with you guys and gals. luvitsunnyv

You are right. It's hard to believe it's nearly three years. And I'm still losing weight. My new photos are up, stating size 10, but now I'm in an 8. This is so weird. I'm down to 156. Hope everyone is well. I'm struggling every day with my FM and CFS. But it's a losing battle, I'm afraid. Nona

Nona, Wow I am so happy to finally hear from you. You look wonderful girl. I am sorry about the FM and the CFS. I know what the FM is but please refresh my memory about what the CFS is. You have really lost and gotten to your "GOAL". I am well and feeling great. I still fight with the "FOOD DEMONS" every day. How is Joe doing? I hope he is OK. Take care and keep up your great work. (((((HUGS))))...Lorraine

Hey Steve my anniversary is dec 1st also. I am still at goal and feeling good about my choice to have wls.