1 year update

I have not posted in a while. Have had a lot of personal issues. But I wanted to post my one year update. I started this journey last year at 364 pounds. I lost 31 pounds on my pre-op diet. Then on April 10th 2006, I had surgery at 333 pounds. As of today I weigh 218 pounds with a total loss of 146 pounds. The last three months have been a very emotional time in my life. My mom was diagnosed with lung cancer and past away in March. So for the past few months I have not been exercising like I should or eating the best things for me. So I have not lost that much weight in the past few months. I am vowing today, that I am going to start exercising at least four times a week and eating healthier. I still have 62 pounds to lose to get to my physicians goal. So I have a lot of work a head of me. I want to say thank you to all of you that have helped me along this journey. I wish all of you the best of health and the will power to reach your goals. Melissa

Congratulations on your progress. It's tough when thing**** us on our journey. But somehow we become stronger for it. Keep up the good work! Paula Open RNY 4/1/4 330/200/ Plastics 4/13!

Melissa, You have been on my mind recently and I was just talking about you yesterday and I said to myself, I need to call you! Congratulations on your wonderful success! I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My deepest sympathies! You were there for me during some rough times, if you need anything please, please call me! Let's get together soon! ~Nicole

Melissa, I'm so very sorry about your Mother! ((((((((((HUGS)))))))))) !!!! Congrats to you on your weight loss......as for losing more and getting back on track! I'm with you sweetie pie! I just started the O.H. Plateau buster plan today and I'm determined to fit into a certain snug dress by SIX weeks!!!!! We CAN do it! Joyce P.S. Stay connected with us. It truly helps our journey to have others cheer us on!