I had my 2 year follow up appointment

While my actual 2 year 'surgiversary' isn't until June 5th, I had my 2 year follow-up appointment with my surgeon, Dr. Eric DeMaria. My BP was 102/60 and my weight was 142. Dr. DeMaria beamed and was absolutely delighted. He said I looked the picture of health and he could be more pleased with my progress and the fact that I had maintained my weight loss. He kept going on and on about how 'great' I looked. I have to admit that it felt good.

I told Dr. DeMaria, that I am delighted with my outcome and the incredible changes in my quality of life, including my slimmer, trimmer body. I also told him that I would do it all over again even if I hadn't lost the weight, if the only benefit had been resolving my type 2 diabetes and managing my hemochromatosis.

I told him that while the first year was so focused on losing the weight, this second year has been a journey of a different sort. The second year has caused me to really look at the behaviors and coping mechanisms I have developed over a lifetime that have contributed to the obesity that drove me to have WLS. I am having some serious challenges and have noticed 'lapses' into dangerous behaviors. I discussed my concerns about them and am addressing them with a support group I started based on the 'Beck Diet Solution' books.

I realize that my new 'normal' weight is a tenuous thing that has to be nurtured and cared for if I want to maintain it.

Congratulations to you Barb on your continued success!  You are such an inspiration to us new comers! 
Way to go!!!!!

Thank you Dee!

Congratulations on your 2 year "surgiversary."  You look great and the fact you've maintained your weight loss is encouraging.  My RNY was Tuesday, May 19th so I'm just beginning my journey.  I hope and pray I do as well as you!

Thank you Charlene. It looks like you are setting yourself up for success and I expect that you will do very well.

All the best,

Barbara,
 You are an inspiration. I wish you much continued success in taking care of yourself and managing your current wt. I appreciate you and others being honest about WLS not being a cure-all for obesity. I am reading the Beck Diet Solution now, hoping to get some insight about my eating that will help pre and post op. Thank you and keep up the good work and please keep sharing your experiance and wisdom. Jackie

Jackie,

Thank you for the compliments and support. I think that you will do very well since you seem to realize that the surgery will only be one of several tools you will need to put at your disposal to assure long term success. 

 

Barbara,

Congratulations!   You are an inspiration to all ofus! 

Judy

Thanks Judy!

Congratulations!!  While this is your journey, you have chosen to take us with you.  Thank you for being our guide and support.  You are a true inspiration!