It's My WLS Anniversary!

Ladies & Gents -- Just a little post on my one year anniversary. I can't believe it's been that long. Would like the clock to move a little slower & the scale to move a little quicker!! Little did I know what I'd gotten myself into last year. My rough start luckily was followed by a good amount of success -- I don't know if we're ever truly satisfied. There's always something else to tweak. However, I weighed 252 lbs. last 11/4; I weigh 156 today. I was wearing 22's then; my size 12's are getting roomy. I keep buying tops in Large & getting home to find they're too big, but my mind hasn't absorbed this fact yet. It was tiring to walk up 1/2 a flight of stairs & the pain from my back & my heel spurs & knee was excruciating. Now I exercise regularly, have much more energy, and most of those aches and pains are gone or mostly gone. When I started out on this journey, I was dating John but unsure of where I wanted to go with the relationship. He was so amazing and steadfast in his support during the time I was in the hospital following my surgery for a leak, I knew I had found a great guy who would stand by me. Now we live together, and I know a ring has been purchased & we're planning to make a life together ... if he doesn't break up with me for spending too much money on new clothes!!! I thought, before the surgery, that I might want to be able to date some of those good looking guys that were unaware of my existence at 250 lbs.; I found out I had a much more precious gift -- someone who loved me for who I was, not the number on the scale. I always say this is my proof that God has a sense of humor. And I've gotten to know all of you! This page has been an amazing source of information, support, strength, humor ... you're all wonderful gifts!! I didn't know about the boards before I had the surgery ... I wish I had. I don't feel like my day is complete if I haven't checked in to see how people are doing. Hopefully I've been of some use to y'all, because you've all been so good to me. I'm babbling (how unusual for me!!), but I just wanted to mark my wls anniv. with people who will appreciate the changes, physical and psychological, the challenges (geez, I wish all I could eat was a couple of spoonfuls of cottage cheese again!) and the rewards of a healthier lifestyle. Many of us have become so much healthier, and many of you are on your way living more fully than you have for a long time. Cheers! Kathy F.

Kathy, Thanks for writing what I feel!!!! Now I don't have to do it!!! Congrats on your first year. The best is yet to come!!!! Carmen

Congrats on the 1 year mark Kathy! You look Fantastic by the way!Looking forward to seeing you again on the 20th! Robin R

Congratulations Kathy! What an inspiration you are! Your posted reallly moved me--because that is where I am hoping to be next July on my anniversary. The changes in your life all all good and I am so glad you have a great guy. John sounds terrific. Wishing you continued sucess. Hugs, Joanie

Kathy, reading your post really touches my heart! It's just so amazing how we all struggle with our weight and finally we get to where we want to be... I have not started my journey yet, but when I get started I will never turn back. I have so much support from my family, co-worker and friends. And now reading these post everyday and seeing all the accomplishments just fill me up with joy. Even thou that I have never met anyone from the board I feel like I know everyone. When I talk to my friends about the things that are said on the board they tell me that it seems that they no the people I talk about. I always mention when someone lose weight or had surgery and etc. They say you talk like if u no them. I respond I personally have not met them but they are my new friends. And we laugh!!! Congratulations on your success, and keep up the good work!!

Dear Kathy, First, congratulations on your continued success! You are such an inspiration to me. Many of these people are, and you really hit my heart with this post. My journey begins in exactly two weeks, and by this time next year, I hope to be as successful as you are. Thanks for your post and sharing your thoughts with us. Pam

Hi Kathy I love to read your post and it makes me smile and is so proud of you!!!CONGRATS on 1 year!!!!!! and I will give you big teddy bear hug when I see you on Nov 20th !!! Hugs Kathy K

Wow, Kathy! It seems like just yesterday you had all those fears and rollercoaster emotions waiting for your date! What a year this has been for you, new man, new home....new bod! Sincere congratulations from my heart to you! You have worked hard and made this year count for you and have helped so many along the way. If you've kept your profile up to date, make sure you go back to the beginning and read it again, you'll be amazed at how far you've come. I did that and couldn't believe the things I was thinking about back then and compared to now. I can't wait to see that sparkle on your finger!! Thanksgiving?? Christmas?? He's a romantic, so you won't know! love, Cheryl

Kathy- Congrats on your great successes this first year. I can really relate to what you've said. You're a wonderful lady and a big aset to our CT boards. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!! love & hugs, Lisa C

Kathy, all I can say is...YOU GO GIRL!!! I'm so honored to say I've met you and we've become friends. John is a lucky guy!! -Deb