6 months out

June 1 was my 6 month anniversary. I had my lap RNY on December 1. I've lost 104 lbs since my surgery and 125 total when you include pre-op weight. I've gone from a size 24/3X to a 14/L.   I had some problems in the beginning and struggled with fatigue for months. But I'm happy to say that I'm finally at a place where I can truly say this was all worth it. No more blood pressure or GERD meds. No more huffing and puffing. No more urinary incontinence or excessive sweating. Shopping is a lot more fun. I feel more confident at work and at social occasions. If any of you have had problems in the first few months, hang in there. It gets so much better.   I'm still struggling mightily with body image issues. And all of the things I got to blame on my being fat (relationship issues, friend issues, job issues) that are still around, I have to figure out what is really going on. But it's worth it.   Thanks to you all for being such a great resource since I joined.   Anna 

OMG a name twin!!!  Hi other Anna M !!
I'm so excited to read about your progress at 6 months. I still can't freakin believe that you lost 104 pounds in 6 months!! That's about 0.57 pounds per day (183 days so far if I counted right).  WOWOWOW!!!  Congrats!  You're an inspiration to those of us just starting out! :)

Where have you been hiding???  We haven't seen you at coffee in ages. 
Congratulations on your weight loss.  It is good to hear that you are taking charge of your life.  You go, girl!!

Hooray for you Ms. Anna!!  You have really embraced your tool and worked it to the max!!  I'm sorry I missed you last Saturday.  I got there after you left.  Hopefully I will see you soon!

Reenie

I plan on being at coffee on Saturday.  Horrible sordid breakup with Rob. i need hugs...he apparently cheated on me.

Anna-
I'm so sorry to hear about the breakup with Rob.  Many hugs will be available to you on Saturday.  Call or PM if you need to talk before then.

Reenie

Congratulations you've done an amazing job in 6 months!!!

Hey you!

You just amaze me... you are truly an inspiration girlfriend...

Tips/tricks to share for those of us about to go under the knife?  I'm mostly wondering about the first few weeks and what you drank/ate...

We have to get together soon.. Wanna hit the batting cages again? 

Stephanie

Congratulations on your tremendous success!  The body image issues can take a lot of time to work through, so just be patient with them and yourself. 

Good luck,

RP