One Year Later...

loladarling
on 6/20/05 1:42 am - New York, NY
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
Catherine M.
on 6/20/05 1:44 am - Brooklyn, NY
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
fr1endly2
on 6/20/05 1:46 am - Ridge, NY
That is an achievement worht bragging of!~ your ordeal is simply wonderful! LISA
(deactivated member)
on 6/20/05 2:18 am - MT
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
Zulema R.
on 6/20/05 5:05 am - bronx, NY
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.
Lady G.
on 6/21/05 12:58 am - FARMVILLE, NC
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
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