One Year Later...

Hola, I don't often post to the NY board, but when I was pre-op, I found great information here and I just wanted to give a little back. Last week, I had my one-year anniversary from my DS and I couldn't be happier. I've lost more than 100lbs, but more importantly, I feel like I am in control of my body for the first time ever. This really hit home for me last week: For those of you unfamiliar with the NYC subway system, there are a some stops where the local and express stops on different platforms. I was standing on the local platform when I noticed that the local train was pulling up to the express platform. In a split second, I decided to run for it. I ran down a flight of stairs, across the underpass and up a flight a stairs onto the train. I caught it! Before my surgery, I never would have even attempted such a move. But now, I can do so many more things. I can spend six hours walking around a mall, I can lift weights, I can go anywhere and not worry about back pain. I am so grateful for having my health back. For all of you pre-ops out there, keep fighting. This new life is so worth it! Good luck! lt

congratulations on your weight loss.. That is amazing.. I cant wait till I am there.. I am only 4 weeks post op today and I have lost 34lbs.. talk to you soon ~hugs~ Cathy

That is an achievement worht bragging of!~ your ordeal is simply wonderful! LISA

Lola, Congrats on your weight loss and your 1 year anniv.... I am only 2 weeks out and having a hard time with head hunger but in the end I know this will be all worth it.... I know those simple things to some mean so much to us, knowing that we are so much healthier and happy..... Congrats again hun and take care. Debra P

Hey lola, I remember you from last year. I also was a preop but had to cancell. I'm back now and I'm not holding back. Next month going to see surgeon and took all test again.

Girl you did the "oj thing" sprinting around the subway like that?? I am from NY and I can see you doing that and then after sitting down (or standing) have a puzzled look on your face saying "Did I do that?": Now don't you feel like a million bucks?? Go on take your Enjoy your life like you have never done before. Brenda