5 years ago today!

(So I was signing and dating paperwork at the dentist office this morning and it dawned on me what day it was... LoL)

Yep, it's been 5 years!  On August 3rd, 2004, my life changed forever and definitely for the better.  My journey hasn't been without it's complications, but I would do it again in a HEARTBEAT.  I have lost over 170 lbs, along with numerous medications and co-morbidities that I will never have to face again!  The most special part of the whole journey, however, has been the 2 beautiful kids that I have been blessed with because of my weight loss.  Krysten and Tyson are my world :)  (Ok, my wonderful hubby is, too...  He should be back from his deployment in a month).  I am facing another operation in September~ A hysterectomy.  Hopefully this will stop the problems I'm having keeping my iron level up.

I've gone from a 24/26W to a size 4/6 and I have been maintaining for over 4 years now.  It's been a wild ride, but I would tell anyone considering WLS that they should do their research and by all means, go for it!  Thank you all for being part of my journey...  Without the support, I don't know that I could have been a success.  From the bottom of my heart, you all mean a lot to me!  *hugs*

~ Renae

Renae
I'm really happy for you! Your journey is so inspiring and wonderful.  You are a true success story! 
I hope I can do as well as you!
Hugs
Kim J.!

 Congratulations, You inspire me. Hoping to have WLS after 6 month insurance diet requirement. I had my hysterectomy 2 years ago. Check out Hystersister.com for great information and support. 

Congrats on your 5 year anniversary.  You have come so far and it's great how you are maintaining.  I think your beautiful kids is a definite bonus.  I hope I'm doing as great when I'm 5 years out!

Hi, Renae.
Congratulations on your surgiversary. I love that you made (and are maintaining) goal weight. I love love love that you continue to frequent the Board and give back. It's been a joy to know you, and to see you enjoying life. You have blessed me more than once! :)
Blessings,
Mary

Congratulations Renae!  I know life is good and you have been so blessed.  You have been such an inspiration and encouragement to me in my journey.  I hope I can post such a positive note at my 5 year point.  You mean a lot to me too my friend!!  (((HUGS)))

Outstanding and Happy Surgiversary!!

Congrats girl, You know I love you and I still want to go on that shopping trip soon! Good luck on your upcomming surgery. I'll be texting you later!

 Thanks for sharing your success story. Five years and so many blessings — Wow! 

Congrats!!

It is so motivating to see a long-timer still on the boards and being so successful.  I'm glad that you are here and such an inspiration to us all.