Hey there.  You have done great!  I actually live in Lake which is half way between Meridian and Jackson...out in the sticks!  This is DEFINITELY not the easy way out.  It has been alot tougher than I ever imagined.  I never thought I would actually look forward to solid food so much.  It's a complete alteration of life! COMPLETE.  I've had my food "funeral" and cried...it's been way more emotional than I ever expected!  But 29 lbs and I'm super excited.

I am in the Jackson area and "survived" the RNY on 7 September 10.  What a life changing journey it has been and remains.

Jimmy

Hi Gretchen,
Have you had your surgery yet? I think Dr Layton  & Sabrenia are super folks. They have been encouraging & supportive.  The 3 wks pre op I did a protein shake for Breakfast & Lunch & had a reasonable meal for Supper.  I lost the most weight of course the first 4 weeks after surgery.  I also felt the best during this time.
I know you will do great. 

   Visit http://www.obesityhelp.com/events/2011-new-orleans-event.htm l for all of the event details.  We'll have a photo booth rented for Saturday during the event, so bring you friends and take home lots of FREE photos!  Our event hotel is in a primo location, so plan to go with us for a night of exploring Bourbon Street after our welcome coffee!  

Be sure to watch for the fashion show coordinator to post so you can come up on stage and strut your stuff!  

This is our first time in New Orleans, so please help us get the word out and get the members and the surgeons involved!  Look to OH leaders, bloggers and the surgery centers for discount codes!

Looking forward to this!

Kim

Anyone here from around the Meridian area that's had surgery?