Joy of life after WLS

Happy day for me. I saw my PCP today and she is just amazed at the transformation of Monica. She had seen me last November and she was supportive of my decision for the surgery, but she was also very worried about me. I had lab work done last week and she reviewed the test results with me. My lipid profile is so greatly lowered that at first she thought I was still taking Zocor. "No remember we stopped the Zocor due to muscle pain". She just could not believe that in 2 months I could go from 256 cholesterol to 165, triglycerides from 275 to 154. My thyroid is in the normal range 2.47, my diabetic Hemoglobin AiC is 6.9, and every other test was normal too! Best part was the weight loss. I have dropped 44 lbs since the last visit in November. She is the only doctor who considered taking me off insulin to help with my weight. She watched me and stood by me as I struggled to lose weight conventionally, she saw me through thyroid problems and diabetic fluctuations. She is really great medical provider who truly tries to help the patient achieve a better healthier life. Watching her happiness for me filled me with such peace and glee. Today I also have on a pair of pants in a 22/24. Have not been able to wear this size for many years. I am tickled pink. As I came into my office today I was complimented on how good I was looking. When I went over the main hospital friends there also complimented me. It is hard for me, such a mobidly obese women to view my changes. I still "feel" inside that I am still 330 lbs. But I do know that this is not the case. I can move better, walk and breath and talk better. I can fit into clothes that just weeks ago would not close or fit. I can make love better and enjoy it more. I can clean all the nooks and cranies. I am healthier and it shows. Hurrah for me, Hurrah for us who chose to take back our lives. Monica

WOW, great test results. I get mine in 1 ½ weeks. liz

you are doing awesome!!! Can't wait until I get my labs.

Hello Ms. Monica! I am so happy for you. You have the evidence right there of all your hard work! You deserve to celebrate. I feel the same way you do knowing that I am still obese, but losing a bunch of pounds and FEELING the difference in the clothing, etc. makes me realize that it will come off. So I say, for now, let's just enjoy the fact that we are succeeding, we have people who support us, we have eachother at this site, and we are gettin' smaller and healthier. Oh Yeah! God is good! Thanks for making my day this early on a Friday morning! Hugs! Fran P.S. I haven't gotten over to that Whole Foods store yet, but I'll let you know as soon as I go.

Monica, Congratulations on your fantastic results! Isn't it amazing the difference that you feel! And it will only get better. Keep up the great work! Mary