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Sandra N.
on 7/10/08 2:29 am - MN

Ok, this has been on my mind for a month or so. My first meeting with my surgeon I set my personal goal at 150. At 9 months I got there and kept on going. So then I dropped it to 140. Past that up in Sept. I decided at 130 that I liked it there and tried to maintain. It's all good. Well, I am now down to 122. I see no difference then at 130. SO...my mind is playing head games again. Clothes fit the same. I am not complaining or trying to rub anything in....I am simply asking how YOU PERSONALLY "know" I am at where I want to be???? Did you get there and change your mind(like me)??? ANything??? LOVES/HUGS

~Sandie~ -147!!WLS:12-12-06:Preop 268,Ht.5'4",BMI 44.9
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"Do unto others as you'd have done to you"~ The Golden Rule to Live by!
You are what you EAT and WHO you hang out with! Choices=Outcome~ what's YOUR choice??
I'm not perfect but I am going to die trying!!!

Michelle G.
on 7/10/08 2:31 am - Duluth, MN

I just want to say that you've done such an amazing job,Sandy!!! You are an inspiration to so many of us here. My body decided on it's own that this is where it wants to be. I haven't gained or lost a lb in almost 2 yrs now. I'd love for the scale to keep going down more but it seems this is what my body is comfortable at. I will still work at it though and for sure would not ever want to regain. You look fabulous my dear!!

Sandra N.
on 7/10/08 8:06 am - MN

RNY on 12/12/06

Thanks Hon! YES, I DO NOT want to regain!

I guess I am still trying to figure out what is best for my body and will make me happy as well.......

~Sandie~ -147!!WLS:12-12-06:Preop 268,Ht.5'4",BMI 44.9
Click on link to see my journey!!!
http://www.onetruemedia.com/my_shared?z=2bfaca5561a1d558fceb
87&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url
"Do unto others as you'd have done to you"~ The Golden Rule to Live by!
You are what you EAT and WHO you hang out with! Choices=Outcome~ what's YOUR choice??
I'm not perfect but I am going to die trying!!!

Darla S.
on 7/10/08 3:20 am - Maple Grove, MN

RNY on 04/27/07

Well, speaking as someone who isn't done, it's a question in MY mind, too! I have NO CLUE what's a realistic weight for me. I know I want to get below 200. I also know I'm a big girl - even if I was to reach a BMI in the normal range, I'll STILL be a big girl! But with all the extra skin and the extra dense bones, what can I REALISTICALLY hope to get down to weight-wise?

Have you posted this question on the Grads board? I bet you'd get some interesting responses there!

Imperfect does not = unsuccessful

Sandra N.
on 7/10/08 8:08 am - MN

RNY on 12/12/06

Hey Hon! That whole realistic thing and not going over or under board is sooooooo mind boggling! And um, Hon you won't and aren't a big girl anymore! YOU just be tall! LOVES YA

~Sandie~ -147!!WLS:12-12-06:Preop 268,Ht.5'4",BMI 44.9
Click on link to see my journey!!!
http://www.onetruemedia.com/my_shared?z=2bfaca5561a1d558fceb
87&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url
"Do unto others as you'd have done to you"~ The Golden Rule to Live by!
You are what you EAT and WHO you hang out with! Choices=Outcome~ what's YOUR choice??
I'm not perfect but I am going to die trying!!!

Lindaanne
on 7/10/08 3:28 am - SSP, MN

RNY on 07/25/06

You will know..................... I know now that between 120 and 125 looks the best on me.. I craved that 118 back just because it was a personal low but I didnt look great there. You will know hon... this is just another step. You have worked your tool and have done an amazing job... your training your body to get used to this new weight and to accept it.

Your OK.. I promise and your gorgeous!!!!!!!!!!!

Start Weight - 263
Current Weight 135 and making it work for ME !

Sandra N.
on 7/10/08 8:09 am - MN

RNY on 12/12/06

You are always so comforting to me

and it seems that I am always 2 steps behind you (thanks for blazing the trail for me

)....LOVES/HUGS

~Sandie~ -147!!WLS:12-12-06:Preop 268,Ht.5'4",BMI 44.9
Click on link to see my journey!!!
http://www.onetruemedia.com/my_shared?z=2bfaca5561a1d558fceb
87&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url
"Do unto others as you'd have done to you"~ The Golden Rule to Live by!
You are what you EAT and WHO you hang out with! Choices=Outcome~ what's YOUR choice??
I'm not perfect but I am going to die trying!!!

Connie D.
on 7/10/08 4:35 am

RNY on 08/29/07

Sandie......hello my sweet little friend!! I know what you mean. When I was 140 I thought that was where I would be. That is what my doctor said. Then I went to 130....not planning to lose more. I was trying to maintain. Now I am 123 and think this is where I will stay.......I kind of bounce between 123 and 124. Maybe this is where I really will stay. I feel great and that will be fine. I am happy. I really don't want to go lower then 120. Everyone says our bodies know where they need to be....guess I will just wait to see. It is still a mystery!! Love and hugs.....connie d

Sandra N.
on 7/10/08 8:10 am - MN

RNY on 12/12/06

Mystery! What a great way to put it!!! THanks for your encouragement! LOVE YA!

~Sandie~ -147!!WLS:12-12-06:Preop 268,Ht.5'4",BMI 44.9
Click on link to see my journey!!!
http://www.onetruemedia.com/my_shared?z=2bfaca5561a1d558fceb
87&utm_source=otm&utm_medium=text_url
"Do unto others as you'd have done to you"~ The Golden Rule to Live by!
You are what you EAT and WHO you hang out with! Choices=Outcome~ what's YOUR choice??
I'm not perfect but I am going to die trying!!!

(deactivated member)
on 7/10/08 4:48 am - MN

Man Sandy, what a ride you've had. You are such an inspiration of what happens when you stick with it. I know you've had many bumps along the road - but you've perservered through all of it. As far as knowing what's the right weight. I've struggled with this - I know I'm a lot happier with my body size now more than ever, and if I never gained or lost another pound I could really accept this weight, but of course, I would really like to get below 200 and out of size 20s. I don't know what's realistic either, but as long as you can find peace and happiness I think that's the most important! Good luck finding your answer.

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