Five Year Post-Op
WOW! I realized last week that on Sunday, April 11th I will be 5 years post-op. Time has flown and alot has happened in 5 years. I know I don't come to the boards anymore but, wanted to give newbies hope. This surgery has totally changed my life. It is an emotional roller coaster but in the end the prize is so rewarding. A new you, a new body, a new zest for life, and finding that key to life and happiness. A life that was merely a dream until having weight loss surgery.
To all of you have been through my journey with me...thank you, I love each and every one of you and think of you often.
To those of you just beginning. Just know that yes, this is hard. Yes, you will go through emotions that you never thought were possible. Also know that in the end, it is so worth it. I would have this surgery every single day to have the life that I have now.
I can now walk into a place with my head held high. I go to a restaurant or anywhere I feel alone and I'm not ashamed. I walk with pride and a smile on my face.
I am happy to say that after 5 years I have maintained my weight. I go between 130-135, five years ago I weighed 298lbs. So, yes....you can do this. The best advise I can give is be strong, don't give up, and watch the scale weekly once you hit goal to make sure you are maintaining your weight.
Gina
Gina
Keep your eye on the prize!
Keep your eye on the prize!
Congrats Gina....my 5 yr. is coming up in Nov. and it is definately a wild ride for sure.
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Do I know you, LOL. Hey girl glad to see you updating everyone, sure do miss you. We should talk again soon.....when you slow down call me.
Congrats on the 5 years, it's hard to believe it's been that long already.
Hugs,
Congrats on the 5 years, it's hard to believe it's been that long already.
Hugs,
Proximal RNY Lap - 02/21/05
9 years committed ~ 100% EWL and Maintaining
www.dazzlinglashesandbeyond.com
Thank-you so much for posting this!
I have been maintaining at 145 +/- 2 pounds for over 6 months now and I want to STAY at this weight and I intend to work as hard as I need to in order to maintain.
Your post gives me hope that I am not being unrealistic!
THANK-YOU and CONGRATULATIONS on maintaining your weight loss!
I have been maintaining at 145 +/- 2 pounds for over 6 months now and I want to STAY at this weight and I intend to work as hard as I need to in order to maintain.
Your post gives me hope that I am not being unrealistic!
THANK-YOU and CONGRATULATIONS on maintaining your weight loss!
hey sunshine cant believe its 5 years already...man have we been through some **** in the last few years...... i am so glad you posted this..... this year will be my 6 year from revision and 13 years from first surgery.... damn just to write that.....
i am so proud of you....
thanks for the call yesterday or today...my days are running together.....
love you
i am so proud of you....
thanks for the call yesterday or today...my days are running together.....
love you
Debra
227/205/135 at goal
1st Surgery/Revision/Today
8/98 - 8/04 - today
Support Group Leader
Co- Founder www.rydobesity.com
227/205/135 at goal
1st Surgery/Revision/Today
8/98 - 8/04 - today
Support Group Leader
Co- Founder www.rydobesity.com
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