has it really been two years

 I sit here at work and take it for granted that I automatically take my Calcium, drink my fluids it is so normal now. I had a RNY 06/10/2008 and my life has become very routine from that date. I began my weight loss journey at 325 pounds i have maintained my goal weight of 175 pounds for the last year. I have become a creature of habit I eat to live not for pleasure anymore. I am not what I eat anymore. Food does not control me. I am so glad that I took the step to save my life. I am 51 years old an have never been healthier. I am no longer diabetic,  hypertensive, sure I still have aches and pains from the abuse my body went thru from the excess weight I carried for so long. But I am able to walk up the hills of San Francisco wothout becoming short of breath. I ride a bike for pleasure.

 I went thru the cycle of buying excessive clothes but am now comfortable where I am. I wear size 32 pants down from 48 I wear size medium shirts (16" collar down from 3x and 20 inch collar) sure my partner hates my new size but I am at peace I am healthy. I am happy.

Sure I have food issues I have not had a sandwich since my surgery two clse to a cheese burger and I do still drink protein drinks twice a day and eat protein bars. I have not had any alcohol or carbonated drinks since surgery and do not miss them.

I read this forum everday after surgery and still visit once in a while. Work yuor program and it will work for you .

Peace and Joy to all. I still can ot figure out how to post a picture.

Congrats on your 2 year anniversary. The time does go by quickly once it happens. Sounds like you are in a routine that works for you. I am over 2 years out and sometimes, get off track due to life being busy....but then, just try to get back on with the vitamins and all. I am enjoying it.

Looking forward to doing more this summer.....fun in the sun....camping, and maybe some backpacking!

deb366

congrats back at you, yes life can get in the way but I have been lucky to have friends that understand the program. I am at peace with it all and would do it all again in a heart beat.
enjoy the summer, i am comfortable going out in public shirt off , SF Pride this weekend!!!

It's good to hear from someone who has made it work for a long time. I'm pre-op, so I gather strength from you.
As for your picture, do you have any of you in your documents? If so, go to your profile and you can upload from your documents. It's pretty easy.