my 7 month update

Hi Today it has been 7 months since surgery. As of this morning I am down 141 pounds or I have lost about 54% of my excess body weight. This month has been a terrible month for me. I guess I could just say that I am having self-doubt issues, umemployment issues and money issues. I have not been so obesessed with my weight because of this. All I can say is that I am trying to exist right now. I eat like I should and drink as much as I can. Well I really hope that everyone else is doing well with everything. Take care Erin

Erin, You have done wonderfully! I think the self-doubt is something we all go through. Especially when the weight loss starts to slow down a bit. I have lost almost 70 pounds and have only 30 to go after 6 1/2 months but I find that I have lots of issues in my head that I'm having to work through. If it wasn't for my support groups, I think it would be lots tougher. It's just nice to know that I'm not the only one going through this! Keep up the good work, and remember, we are here to support each other! Diona

you have done so well with the WLS. I hope all the other issues get better soon

Surgery 12/16/05 -- I'm really sorry for your unemployment and money issues. As for the eating, I do well most of the time but for the past month or so I have been having problems with overeating (and wanting to eat). You sound like you're still eating well and not overeating, so good for you. Sounds like your emotional baggage is not interfering with your food choices. Good for you. Keep it up. Linda