This is it....

Three years ago today and almost this very minute, I was having my weight loss surgery. I'm gradually learning to accept myself physically....it's been a long mental haul. I remember the emotional pain and sensitivity to my obesity....I don't think I will every forget that. It's a happy day! I've maintained around 125, I've graduated my RN nursing program earning both my AA and AS, (a goal I would never have started at 56 being obese), I feel great and I'm going to be a grandma again. Someone pinch me to see if it's a dream? I hope all you "Decemberites of 2003" have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. luvitsunnyv

Hi there to all I have just returned from my 3 year check-up. Yes Sunny and to all celebrating today or this month..... Happy Anniversary to all. It's a wonderful Happy day for me. I was on that OR table at 12:30 pm today. I was crying and thanking my Dr over and over again for saving my life. I weighed in at 150 lbs. He says I am still at "GOAL" I was at "IDEAL GOAL" but, he thinks I look much better and healthier now. I am still wearing my Size 8 clothes but now I have more of a shape and seem to have filled in my clothes better. I don't look so sickly. I don't want to gain more and I will be very careful. I know that this is a life long struggle for me. I was given this gift, or rather this tool, so I will try to use it properly. I am reminded everyday of where I have come from and the struggle I will always have with (FOOD) I am out of work since I had foot surgery so I am not moving around so much. I can't wear shoes, ride my bike or walk for long periods of time. I need to watch my calories. I have come a longggggggggggggggggggggggg. long,,,,,,,,,,, way. I am not making excuses just feeling & venting a bit. I know I can count on you guys. Happy Anniverary to all! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Lorraine (((((((HUGS))))))))) to all.

Hello I must say it has been a wonderful 3 years...success being what we make it, I think we all have done well each in our own way. I have posted some thoughts on my profile if anyone wants to read them. I also have loads of photos on the www link covering the last 3 years. Be good to yourselves you deserve it! Darrol

Hi all, it's been a while since I posted. I've been ill. First it was thought it was a stroke, then mini seizures, and it turned out the ER doc messed up giving the info to my PCP, my Rheumatologist and my Neurologist and it was just an imbalance of meds. My nero made me promise to call him from now on and NEVER EVER go to the ER to that dr again for these symptoms. What a scare. My FM and CFS have been out of control, so all I do is work, and go home. I don't do much else, other than shop on Saturday and go to meetings on Sunday. I'm not able to make the mid week meetings due to the health issues. Not much of a life. But at least I'm alive. I'm holding steady at between 150-155, size 12 on top, due to my arms, and 8/10 on bottom. I just alter my tops to fit the rest of me. Good thing I'm handy with a sewing machine. So, how is everyone doing? Well, I hope. Well, have a safe time over the next few weeks. Be careful and drive safely. I don't know when I'll be able to post again, but feel free to email me at home. Nona