Hello

Hi. It has been way too long since I checked in. I have been struggling with low iron that finally resolved itself by getting an IV transfussion but it has been a slow return to energy. That and the building of a new hospital where I work has just about consummed me. As my energy has returned, I have augmented my daily protein intake with several servings of liquid protein a day (over 100 grams). I had major bloodwork done on Friday. Everything is back except for Vit A,D,E and K. All of my levels are normal and are going in the right direction finally. I just past my 16 month mark and am down 166 pounds. The weightloss surgery was the best thing I every did. I am enjoying life in size tops 14-16 and pants in 18-20, this from a girl who used to wear 38W. I walk around in 3 inch heels and can wear boots that zip up over my calf. I have lost a half a size in my shoes and no longer wear wide or double wide but medium width. I fit in plane seats, movie seats and even on my husband's lap these days .
The truth is that there are times I look in the mirror and don't know who I am seeing!!!

My issues are that I still have to be careful as to what foods can give me gas. I avoid most white anything like the plague. I can eat rye bread. I avoid sugar alcohol and anything with more then 4 grams of fiber per serving. I can eat vegetable soup and most other vegetables. I avoid fruits as well. But I do great with fats so life is pretty darn tasty.
Below is a link to my one year comparison picture. And one of me last month.

Hope all of you are having a wonderful holiday season.

Joteddie.

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/joteddie/1YearSideB ySide.jpg
http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/joteddie/bluesuit-1 -1.jpg

Jo!  I'm sorry you are having vitamin troubles but it sounds like are thriving otherwise :) I was wondering about you just the other day! You are amazing, congratulations!

Girl you are looking good and have lost a lot of weight. I know it is sloooooowing down for me too. Hope all is well with you. Jo

hey Jo!  BOO!!!!  I came to this board too :)

Hey there Jo! Good to hear from you. You are doing great with the weight loss. Sorry to hear about the vitamins, but it sounds like that's being resolved.

Don't wait so long between visits next time!