One year ago, today

Today a year ago I was at Cape Fear Valley Hospital having a RNY, I can not believe a year has gone by. I have lost a 110 lbs and I feel wonderful. Would I do it again? a resounding YES! I am healthier than I have ever been and I am no longer taking blood pressure meds. My biggest fear is gaining it back and more as always before. The difference this time is that I have a wonderful tool to help me. I need to follow the rules. When I screw up, get back up and start again. The difference now is that it's not just about losing weight, but about keeping my body healthy and strong. Eating small meals more often helps me a lot. I think what counts is eating the right things. I can truely say today that I like myself and I am not concerned what about what others think of me. That has been an issue for me all my life. It is not about what size I wear (even though I have gone from a 20 to an 8). It is about me being healthy and fit . I can do things that I have not been able to do in a long time. We painted our den and kitchen, I was up on a ladder and down on the floor and did not need anyone's help getting up. I enjoy walking and bike riding. Life is grand! I am ready to help others take their journey and in return It will help mme stay on track! Thanks for letting me express how I am feeling, Connie

Connie - Congratulations! I am so happy for you. You have done such a wonderful job!! I too started at a size 20 (very tight might I add) and am looking forward to alot smaller size - even 10 or 12 sounds real good right now!! I tried on some 16s I had from my smaller days and they fit so I am on the right track. Looking forward to the Dunn Support Group Meeting Monday night - See ya there!! Donna

Good job! You are a wonderful inspiration to those of us that are "newbies". Way to go ! Aramat

Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary. You look fabulous girl!!! Thanks for sharing it gives all the rest of us hope. I'm pre-op waiting on insurance approval now.