6 Month "Anniversary"

Today I am officially 6 months post-op, and what a journey it has been so far. I have lost 90 pounds and can't even begin to put into words how much my life has changed in the past 6 months. I can do so many things that I couldn't do before, the biggest 2 thrills have been being able to cross my legs and riding EVERY rollercoaster possible on my vacation to Florida 2 weeks ago! Today at a basketball game I ran into some people I know and 2 of them didn't even recognize me, which is cool, but weird because when I look in the mirror, I don't think I look THAT different. I don't know what the future holds for me or how much more I will lose, I take it one day at a time--but if it is even half as great as the past 6 months have been, then I can't wait! There is so much more I could write, but I won't bore you with the details! Jill

Jill: Thanks for posting gives me a lot of hope. I am now three months post-op and also feel very thankful. I am down 53 pounds and hope to be where you are at 6 months. You've been great when I've asked questions, so I really appreciate all your help. I've been working out three days a week and walking on weekends. Some days, I still have hunger--I think its all "head hunger" because even when I eat, it takes so little to fill up. I too love roller coasters and have not been able to get on one in a few years. I've gone down 4 pant and dress size already!! People like you have kept me on this journey so far, so keep up the good work to allow people like me to follow in your successful foot steps. However along the way, don't forget to ask for help when needed too. That is also good modeling for us too. Congrats on all your hard work pat yourself on the back and celebrate with a nice walk in the sun!!!! Cheers Jane from Bangor

Hi Jill, Congratulations on how well you are doing. I am happy you had a great vacation. Having people not recognzie you is pretty cool isnt it? Still takes me by surprise when people dont. And your details are not boring, write all you can, I love keeping up with everyone on this message board! BTW, than you for the great email, I will write back, promise. I am afraid I am not the best email buddy around. Your email made me day thought. Thanks for the suggest about the picinic. I hope everyone that thinks of ideas will share them with Kelley and I. If anyone actually wants to take charge of the thing I would not be offended. Lord knows my brain is always on 10 different things at one. But I promise to do my best, with Kelleys help of course, if no one else wants to do it. Have a great week!! Theresa

WOW!!! 6 months out. 90 pounds down. At this point in my journey I can't fathom going as far as you have gone. I think part of me is still waiting to wake up and have this wonderful tool that we have be a dream. Or I'm waiting for it to fail like every other diet I have tried. Hearing about your success sure is encouragement. Thank you. You sound so happy and content. Now that is the way life should be. Keep updating us. We love to hear anything you want to share. Val