X-Post 5 Month Surgeons Visit

Yesterday my wife and I went for our 5 month post-op check up.  It went great.  I kept thinking in the back of my mind that the surgeon would be mad because we had not lost enough weight post-op.  I know this was silly but still it was in the back of my mind.  So, in 5 months we've lost 125lbs by me and 93lbs by my wife.  I've gone from a high of 5XL in clothes to an XL.  Alisica has gone from a size 24 to a 10.  She's always been a "10" in my book...sorry guys, had to put that in to earn me some points with the wife.  Last week we had a huge garage sale with lots of huge clothes.  Out with the old and in with the new.  I've gone from a size 58 waist to a size 44 and dropping.  It blows my mind going into a store and buying clothes in a size XL.  I even bought one shirt in a Large.

I could go on listing all of my little F.A.R.T.S or WOW moments but it's not about that.  It's about a higher quality of life.  It's about the years that I will be able to live with quality and purpose.  I do mean live in every sense of the word.....not just exist wishing and dreaming of the things that I would like to do.  Food no longer controls me.  My lethargy and aches and pain do not control me anymore.  I'm no longer hypertensive, no longer pre diabetic, no longer have metabolic syndrome, don't snore at night anymore.  I don't have to get up and urinate several times a night.  When I go to bed I sleep very soundly.  It's awesome having a sound, sound body, and sound spirit.  I thank God for all of the blessing that my wife and I have been given and for our new healthier life together.

Also, the doubters and naysayers...let me just say that they're eating a BIG plate of crow. 

I've said this before and I'll say it again...To the Newbies-good luck on your journey.  Use the "tool" and your resources to the fullest.  To the people taking the journey with me-hang in there.  It's full of ups and downs but it's all worth it in my opinion.  To the Veterans-thanks for your sage advice, input, and encouragement.  You've made this experience a lot easier.

Duane

Congrats to you both! i know you both look great! i worry about that too.....dr being mad as i have only lost now 73 and want to only go another 23 or so. Go back  11 05 09... guess i will redeem self more before then. being able to do things without being out of breath; feeling much better and having bones stick out that i didnt know were there....these are WOWS....ha

K

Keith, you're doing great.  Be proud of what you've accomplished.  Look forward to what you've got to gain....I'm not talking about weight either.  LOL

Duane

 Way to go both of you.  You deserve to toot yours and your wife horn, you both have came a long way.  Keep up the good work. 

Hugs

Peggy

Thank you Peggy.

Duane

It is all about attitude!! Good for you... MY BIGGEST fear is that I would turn into a snob and look down on people who were obease or tell them I have found the answer....

I think it is wonderful to be proud, and feel good about our WOW moments.. it is what keeps us remembering where we have come from...

I am still overweight but I am NOT in the 32 i started.... I will never be again...Praise God..

Good for you all!!! Yep I would do this again in in instant!!

Linda Kay

You both are such an inspriration! It was good to meet you on Saturday. I came away from your sale with joy in my heart from talking with you both.

Keep up the good work!  Tell Alisica I said Hi! 

Great post Duane !!!!!  You both are doing so good and loving life

Keep up the great work and GO COLTS !!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the positive feedback guys.

Duane

Duane!!
thanks for the post...
i am 9 days out and i am really struggling with doing things the way i should....
this was very clear last night and this morning i am sooooooooo ashamed....
thanks...
i needed that kick in the @
GREAT work you and your wife have done!!!!
hugs
p