3 years...wowzie!

Hiya all! It's hard to find the time to post here much, life has so much for me to do now =). I want you to know that I read about you all everyday, and I keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I am 3 years and 2 days out now, I just can't believe what an amazing journey this is. I have never in my entire life maintained a weight loss, and here I am, 3 years and holding great! I still struggle with some demons...carb demons for sure..fruit and dairy are evil for me!!!! I have not had one bit of real sugar, not one sip of a soda, and I never ever drink with my meals. Those 3 rules have kept me on track. I"m not perfect, there are some rules I wish I could abide by, like no chips/crackers, no grazing and of course those darn carbs that haunt me. I have been very fortunate to not have any complications...until recently. I seem to have hernias...probably more than one...maybe more like...3. I haven't been to the PS or WLS doc yet, I want to lose a few more pounds and hopefully schedule hernia repair, TT and arms all to be done in December. I have always said I would not have any PS unless I developed a hernia..I guess my words are coming back to me..LOL. I'm working hard to get in aerobic exercise to make sure I am in the best physical condition I can be in for this surgery. I started running in early March, and believe it or not...I like it!!! shhhh don't tell anyone...they won't believe it..me?? running?? lol. I can run 2 miles, albeit it's more like a waddle than a run, but it's running to me!! All in all, I just want you to know, this is a continued journey, many bumps and glorious moments along the way. Love you all (((hugs)))) and smiles =))))

Deb, I always love to hear from you! You were the first person I actually met in person that had had this surgery. You have been a great support and inspiration to me. Yes, life only gets better! Isn't it amazing that as the weight comes off, you actually find there are things you always said not me, then find you want to try them! (like running, I have had the urge!) Let me know on those hernia's, doctor thinks I may have one. Kind of a mixed blessing for us isn't it. Not good, more surgery, but then the TT, can be a great thing. Lose skin hanging around is not very pretty is it! I still say eventually I will have the TT, arms and of course my headlights adjusted!! See you soon!

BRENDA!!!!! I've really missed your grin!!!! Good to see ya!!!(even if you don't look like that anymore!!!!) BIG HUGS Deanna K

Congrads on your 3 year anniversary. I just celebrated my 3 year on march 29th. Time sure flys when life is so much better. Are you going to the Obestity help convention in Arlington in May? Jane Lewis

Deb, Thanks for updating us and I'm so happy for you! I was surprised to read the TT plans as I remember you saying you didn't plan on one but as we all know, our plans can change! I don't think I'll ever be a runner but I hope to keep "upping" my walking and get moving a little faster. I commend you for giving it a shot though! Are you going to be in Beloit anytime this summer? If so, let me know. I hope you won't recognize me!! Congratulations!!! Jenni -70

Maybe I should clarify...I hope you won't recognize me because of my weight loss....not because I don't want to see you! I would love to see you! Geesh! Jenni

Deb...you're such and inspiration and always such a great supporter!!! It really is amazing that it has been 3 years...you're just too AWESOME!!! I miss seeing you on the boards but know myself about how busy we all get... BIG HUGS and CONGRATS!!! Deanna K