One year ago today

One year ago today, I began my new life.  It's surreal when I look back on it.  A year has certainly flown by.  I have had my ups and downs, but with the support of my family and friends (that includes you all), I have made it.  I had my yearly done on Tuesday, but wanted to want till my anniversary to post about it.  According to the doctor, I AM AT GOAL!  Man, it feels so good to say that.  I have lost 80% of my excess body weight in just one year.  I went from 55% body fat to 27%.  I couldn't even run a year ago, and I can now run a mile and a half in 19:30.  Not bad for an asthmatic.  My obesity related problems are gone forever, and I never want to see them again.  My blood work was picture perfect.  My bun was low, but I figured it would be.  The nurse said I'm probably not getting enough calories.  I also told them how hungry I was.  It's not head hunger.  My body tells me when I need to eat.  I was actually told to put a little fat in my diet.  After I picked my mouth up off the floor, they told me it would help keep me satisfied.  I should add good fats.  Never thought my doctor would tell me to eat fat.  Sheesh.  What's next for me you may ask.  Well, I am planning to meet with my NUT to have a BMR done so we can see what I need to increase my calories to and figure out the percentage of fats, carbs, and protein I need to eat.  I also would love to get into the 160's.  That's a personal goal for me.  If I make it, fine.  If I don't, it's still fine.  I'm holding off on plastic surgery since I still want to have children.  Granted I'll have to take out a serious loan to achieve that, but I don't care.  Hopefully IVF will work this time.  I wanted to thank you all for you support this past year.  I don't post much, but I read everyday.  I have had my bad days, and I come here for support.  Thank you guys so much.  You are all an inspiration.

wow that is wonderful!! I certainly cant wait to see myself at one year out and doing as well as you!!! You have a lot to be proud of!!!  I am gonna be joining you on the losers bench on November 29th!! I am so nervous and excited all in one.  I too have always had trouble getting preg.  I am 35 right now and the Dr suggest me waiting at least 2 years out to get preg.  I worry that then I will be 37 and my chances maybe even slimmer to get preg, but I decided while my husbands insurance will cover this wls that that is what I need to do now for myself.  Hopefully the baby will come later.  What did your Dr suggest?  How long do you have to wait to try and get preg?? Good luck to you and congrates on your wonderful year!!!

They suggested that I wait till I was 18 months out, but was told I would be okay if I accidentally got pregnant now.  That's a long shot though since I only have one tube and it's blocked.  Good luck on your journey.  There's plenty of room for you on the loser's bench.