Texian looking for a pen pal

I'm David and I had the R-N-Y done 5 weeks ago.  I'm 54 and finally woke up to the fact that if I wasnted to live to a ripe old age I had to change things very fast.  For the most part I am very please with the results and the procedure.  I hope to hear from someone.

Hi David,  Congrats on taking the first step to a healthier you.  I did not have the same surgery as you but mine was June 2nd and I am down 84 lbs.  It was the best thing I could of done for myself.
So if you want to talk, I would love to.

Christina

Hi Christina,

I would love to talk.  Sounda like you have had very good sucess with your surgery.  What kind did you have?  I haven't had any regrets about mine, except when I have eaten a little too much.  This has only happened 3 times and I believe I learned that lesson.  I haven't really had a problem in several weeks.

Keep up the great work and please keep in touch.

David

I am 27 and had RNY Gastric Bypass in Feb. 2009.  I have lost 115 lbs so far.
I would love to make some new friends.  Text me anytime: 814 823 7712

David,

Feel free to email me, I am 6 years post op and have lost 140 lbs.

Robin
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Contratulations Dr. Dave!!

Be kind to yourself.  Celebrate your successes.   Well done. 

Making the decision and going thru the surgery are huge goals met.  Keep up the good work.  Eyes on the goal of health and happiness. 

May God continue to bless you,
GSB SE Ohio

Wow, Dr Dave!

As a fellow Texan, I understand the concept of strength and grit for getting things done. And you did it!
Now comes the really hard part: Keep going. It seems people can lose the weight and keep it off for a year or 2 but then being only human, start sliding and take their lost and hardwork for granted.

The mind can play tricks on a body: Just little of that and a bowl of this because some people start to believe the surgery was magic and now they can eat like "normal" people. Well, what is normal? It takes a lot of homework and study to know how to measure or eye a piece of something, along with a degree in calories and fat. Slipping and sliding through meal time and doing treats is an art. And it takes all the support a person can get to keep from falling. That is why I am writing you, offering support, and in return it gives me something to do other than think about my next meal. I hope you will consider me as your Texas Penpal. Thanks

Channah12