At GOAL...

Well, never thought I'd say this, but I'm at goal weight. NOT Goldie Hawn/Laugh-In weight.. but where we thought I'd be comfortable, happy and healthy before I even had the WLS. Just wanted to share. I don't post much anymore, but do lur****asionally. I'm not really doing anything any different, I eat pretty much what I want (yes, whatever I want..) , do drink lots of water (my kidney's cry if i do not) and love to exercise. Yup.. me.. go ahead Rob..say I told you so ! I have a hard time "GOING" to the gym, I do have to force myself. But lately I've been doing it for the endomorphine release Lots of personal stuff going on, but still hanging in there. Guess that's always been me.. for those of you who have known me a long time... you know.. I just keep hanging in there. Great job all, and keep up the good work and attitudes! T

Way to go Tina... It must really hurt to admit that it's actually fun once you get there. I'm so proud of you. I knew you would make it! I also have a hard time "GOING" to the gym, and it's 30 mintues from home, but once I get there my whole life feels so much better. Hard to explain but I can tell that you now understand. You've come so far, now start passing on some of those positive vibes. Keep plugging away. Your bud. Rob

Yeah Roomie. Way to Go girl. I'm so proud of you. You have worked hard for this GF. You will be in single digits by Xmas. Yipee!! You look great. Stay tuned more yet to come. We've come along way from the catherter incident. Forgiven??? So glad we were roomies. One of these days we'll be estactically happy with our lives and loves. I love going to the gym. I can work out all my frustrations and feel good doing it. I guess that's why I love to go plus I absolutely love to swim and the hot tub erases all my aches & pains. Besides I don't have a huge social life so I have met nice folks there and chat with them. They are all very encouraging. They've seen me go down in size and are a big part of my support system without knowing it of course. Time to update your pic's too. Look how far you've come. I don't think we ever want to go back to the old us. Stay focused & positive. E

Congrats and WTG Tina!!! Keep up that positive attitude and do what works best for Tina.... I have to keep telling myself this "WLS is NOT a RACE" it's a journey that each and everyone must make their own paths! Along with happy traveling day by day Now show us the "NEW YOU" picture please

Wow, Shay! Each time I see you, what a remarkable change, yet, each time, you are even more beautiful! Keep up the outstanding job you are doing! Valerie

Awww Ty Valerie! How are things going with you?

Hey Shay! Things are good...just trying to wrap up school (I have 6 days left), then start my externship at Christiana on 9/6. I'm excited, nervous and yes, scared...so many things have happened this past year, but I am looking at ALL of them in a positive fashion. Hope all is well with you! Valerie

WOW Shay. Thanks for your new photo. You look remarkable. How are you feeling? Can't wait to see you. I posted a picture of T & I in my profile. (Course it was back in June.) Hope all is going smoothly in your life. ((HUGS)) Elissa

Ty Elissa for the compliments....You and Tina look great!!! What a difference...It is really amazing how we all are changing!!! What a beautiful group we have here.... P.S. I am feeling wonderful....Thank God!

HELLO TINA,CONGRATS SWEETIE FOR REACHING YOUR GOAL,WAY TO GO.I'M SO HAPPY AND PROUD OF YOU.THANK YOU FOR INSPIRING US.I LOVE TO HEAR ABOUT OTHERS STORIES.I NEED THE ENCOURAGEMENT FROM IT TOO AND I DO GET IT.THANK YOU FOR POSTING.TAKE CARE YOUR FRIEND BONNIE