Congratulations Bob!!  I'm in awe at how fast some of you guys lose. I wish I was where you are ALREADY!

I just realized it! Today is my surgiversary! I am down a solid 98 pounds and this last 2 pounds to get me to 100 is hanging on for dear life.  Happy to report that I feel great and I am still happy I made this decision.  10 year olds are about 95 pounds right?

I was going to pm you but you are private.  I left the philly area in 05.  I had the surgery a week after you.  I am 4 lbs heavier than you.  My goals are near identical to yours.  It must be the philly air.  I have to go up at least 4 times a yr just to re-center myself. 

I am 5'10" and really truly have a large frame.  I believe about 170 was on the upper end of "normal"' for my frame, so that is what I personally was aiming for.  My surgeon suggested to me that I aim for 165 - he would say 150 but he thinks I would look anorexic at that weight.  Personally, if I can get under 200 I'll be thrilled, but I would like to get to 170 or under if I can.

I didn't have a goal weight given to me until my 4 month checkup - I still have a long way to go, so there was no hurry.  I just hope I will be able to maintain my weight when I do get there.

I still remember the feeling, it was Friday March 13 and I fit into size 13jr jeans that same day! I cried several times that day.. tears of happiness!
Revel in your success, you look beautiful!!