Droppin' The Deuce!

Hey Everyone - Haven't been 'round the boards much lately. As usual, life just seems to get in the way. I've been doing a bit of the lurking thing and sometimes even posting a quick "atta-boy" or "how-do-ya-do". Also, I promised myself that I would refrain from posting every little success and cute WLS-related anecdote until I had something really important, helpful or cool to say. I think this qualifies as "Cool". For the past 2 weeks, the scale has been hovering around 221 - 220lbs. This morning - BANG! 217. 200 pounds gone... officially... forever. Earlier this week at the gym, someone asked me, "Hey, what happened to that fat guy with the long hair that used to come here?" I told him, "I killed that dude... gang-land style, and dumped him in the river. You won't be seeing him around here anymore." (Hey, Italian guy from Jersey... that's the kind of answer that's expected here.) Only 18 lbs left to reach my personal goal. I can hardly believe it. Thanks to everyone here for all of your success stories, support, kind words, encouragement, & friendship. I never thought that I'd be a part of any "online community". Then again, I never thought I could shed 200 pounds in less than a year. Hmmmmm... You learn something every day. Be Well, A.J.

AJ , That is absolutely awesome.. what an accomplishment.... Congratulations and much more success to come your way... Enjoy the holidays and relax about meeting goal.. you'll be there before you know it.. Donna

Hey A.J.! Mucho congrats! That is just incredible...I'm so proud of you! And hey, I think I speak for everyone when I say that we love your "Random Musings"! They are truly encouraging. I know they definitely motivate me (p.s. note to self...must get my behind back to the gym so I can eventually, hopefully, reach goal!)! Keep up the great work...you're an inspiration to all of us. Hugs, Wendy

AJ that is just terrific, good for you. what a wonderful accomplishment. keep up the good work and its nice to see you on the board again, i always miss your input. holiday hugs, jacki

Hi AJ! Congratulations!! That is wonderful....wow, I am astounded. You must feel like a million bucks! You are an inspiration to me. God bless you Cissy

hey AJ as soon as i saw the headline i smiled for ya!!!! this is definitaley a COOL thing!!!!! Ross bought his first pair of jeans the other night -- at walmart lol -- 38's -- god dam 38's!!!!! his Under Armor shirt is a LARGE -- with no X's before that word!! amazing!! i watch your story closely cuz you hate the yanks -- no -- i watch your story closely cuz ross started out at almost the same weight and i know he's doing well if you are doing well -- i know i know, never compare people wow 217 we are only 7 lbs from each other hahaha you are almost the same size as a boston broad hahaha i am soooooo happy for you!!!!! how bout an online hug and an online kiss on the cheek!!!! keep it up spring training startes soon hugs roberta

I knew you were near the "lost 200 lbs" mark, and I'm so glad you finally hit it. Another mini-goal (though it is a big one) accomplished. Congratulations -- I bet you feel awesome! AJ - I am so glad that we met, and that I can count you as one of my friends. You are continually an inspiration to me! Even an old-timer and "skinny *****" like me can be inspired. Hugs, Nannette

Hey AJ: You are MY HERO & Role Model ... I hope to be like you when I grow up!! That is GREAT!! Michael

hey michael why do you want to 'grow up'???? i just want to get older -- but growing up is just out of my league Roberta

This is way Cool!!! Congrats and keep up the good work