HI Every one....Sorry for being so unsocialble!

I just wanted to say hello to everyone and tell you all that I have been reading the posts but I have been such a slacker when it comes to updating or chatting with everyone! I have been doing very good with the weight loss. I had my surgery on Feb 12th, 2004 and have lost 75 lbs as of yesterday. I have never felt so healthy! I still have the "food mourning" problem as I really love food. It does get easier but it is still a day-to-day battle for me. I have a bit of "the blues" but I have seen my doc and getting some counciling. That has helped me a lot. I do not regret my decision to have the surgery tho, I would do it all over again in a New York second! It was honestly the most rewarding, life saving thing I could have ever done for myself. My daughter was able to hug me and get her arms all the way around me. I don't know who cried more me or her!! It's a nice time for me right now and I hope all of you are doing well and staying healthy and happy! God Bless~ Love Shannon

Shannon: I am so happy for you. 75 pounds is incredible. What a feeling it must have been to feel your daughter's full hug.

Shannon, Im a slacker too! I think we should make a club, lol. You're on the right track, getting help is what is going to make you a success! Good job! Casey