I'm Back from Vacation

I had a nice but humbling time with the family. The whole trip made me appreciate how far I have come and that I really should be proud of myself and all the work that I have done. I think it also, rejuvenated me and helped me realize (even more) how important it is to me to maintain my weight loss and continue to strengthen my body. It is so important to give my body great nutrition. I knew all this before, but this trip just reaffirmed it even more. I wasn't able to always eat the healthiest and I sure could tell with my energy level. My sisters and I all looked the best we have ever looked. My oldest sister, lost 25 pounds through Curves and my little sister (the bride) lost 30 pounds through LA Weight loss. Then of course me-lost 140 pounds through surgery. I also noticed, now that I have lost weight, I even look a little like my mom and sisters, which I was always told before that I looked like my Dad. I also took the time to spend more time with my Dad, which in the past I would have seen him once and that was enough. But this time was great, I even created new memories with him. I was also given a surprise by my girlfriend. She invited some old college friends to her house for dinner, the same day I was there. SO I haven't seen some of the these people since December of 1992 and wow how much fun that was. They were in shock to see the new me. I was 320 pounds when they last saw me. My sister was very glad that I sent pictures home first, because the shock would have been too much for her to take in. What a nice compliment-from her. She also, told me how proud of me she was and that I helped motivated her. We had great bonding time, this trip. I will go back in April (for a confirmation) and May (for a graduation). Thanks for all the support and I will be at Saturday's meeting at PMRI. I can't wait-it seems so long since I have seen everyone. I feel like you all are my second family. Hugs and Love Nicki

Nicki, Glad to hear. Sounds like it was a great trip with lots of positive things happening. The picture is great. You should be so proud of yourself. You and your sisters looked beautiful. Thanks for sharing. See you tommorrow. ((HUGS)) Elissa

What a fabulous trip N! I'm glad that you got to enjoy your family as well as had some wonderful emotional insights. Great job, I'll miss ya on Saturday, but hopefully soon I'll make it to a get together. T

Nicki That is so great! It seems you and your whole family were in a celebration of reunion, better times, etc... That's so reassuring to us pre ops. Dianne

Hey Nicki, Glad your back. Glad you had fun. But I missed you. Now get back to taking care of the rest of us. See you tomorrow! Your bud, Rob

Hey Nicki, Welcome back home it sounds like you had a really positive trip! And you had a great time bonding with family and friends too. That is so cool. We missed ya around here and the meetings. Hope to see ya soon. Shay

Hey Nicki, I am so glad you enjoyed your trip! I know the feeling of family seeing you for the first time since wieghtloss and yes, it so reassuring! Almost like being vain but I don't like to use that word. You have been an ispiration to me and to others!! Peace~ Hope

Hi Nicki, You look great and I want to add that your presence at the meetings has really been a great help to me. I am glad you had a great time visiting your family. See you on the other side! Terre