Call It What You Like, But I Call it.....

GOOOOAAAAAALLLLLL! "It's very strange. I have been in the revenge business so long, now that it's over, I don't know what to do with the rest of my life." - Inigo Montoya ? The Princess Bride Of course, Montoya was referring to his life-long search for the six-fingered man. In my case... replace the word "revenge" with "weight loss"... See where I'm goin' with this? My Official Weight: 199 lbs That's One Hundred and Ninety Nine Frickin' Pounds. Okay, okay, I'll say it... "One-der-land". This lovely little nugget of information was revealed to me this morning after stepping on the scale for the 366th consecutive day since surgery. Yup, today just so happens to be the first anniversary of my lap RNY. Coincidence? Synergy? Harmonic Convergence? You can call it what you like, but I call it... ? 218 lbs... gone. (BMI down to 26.3 from 55.0 - Current body fat at 13%) ? Back Pain... gone. (So long, Mr. Chiropractor) ? Sleep Apnea... gone. (No more snoring, either) ? High Blood Pressure... gone. (Along with the expensive medication) ? 56 Inch Waist Pants... gone. (Replaced with 32's) ? 5XL & 6XL Shirts... gone. (Replaced with Medium & Large) ? That secret, awful, sickening feeling deep down that I might drop dead of a heart attack at any moment and leave my sweet little girl without her Daddy, knowing full well that I could have prevented it....... Gone. I'm gettin' a little misty, here. Ya know what? Screw Inigo Montoya... I know exactly what I'm doing with the rest of my life. Be Well, A.J. Oh Yeah...Here's my official 1 year pic: http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i229/Gyrofork/1YearBeforeAfter.jpg

Hi AJ, That is so wonderful. ...one-der-land no less !! I am so happy for you, And I cannot wait to get there myself. One year for you huh? A year ago you could only imagine right? My surgery is in only 5 more days. Can you go over and sign my surgery page? That would be nice of you. Congrat's to you , and you look so nice and healthy. Only a 32 waist. That is what my skinny hubby wears and has ever since high school. The man has never gained a pound. He came with me to the meeting in Lakewood, but you werent there. Stay well, and bask in your pleasure, you deserve it. Cissy

I replied to your post on "the other board" --- wink, wink -- now I know where you're getting your inside info on me! Congrats AJ -- Way to go baby.....not a doubt in my mind! Hugs, Nannette

Congratulations A.J. - you look awesome!!

"You go A.J"... all I can say is WOW, you look amazing but IM sure you know that already...Great job getting to one-derland...Go out and party like you never partied before....Best of Luck...

WOW! Congrats on reaching your goal!!!!!

AJ congrats big time. what can i say, an awesome achievement!!! keep up your wonderful work and that great attitude!! your posts are always inspirational to me in some way or other. hope to see you soon, taking some vacation in NC for a few weeks. and welcome to onederland, lol. hugs, jacki and p.s. the one year pic is pardon my french, f-- k -- g awewome!!!!!

Hey AJ: Like I keep saying ... you are THE MAN!! And I strive to be as successful as you have been when I grow up ... (if and when I ever grow up). I am so pleased for you, and I am totally impressed with your dedication and follow thru that you have given to this whole weight loss thing!! That is really terrific ... what a great accomplishment ... you should be crowing and proud of yourself!!! Best of everything, Michael

A.J. You look awesome. Congratulations on meeting goal. I am 6 months out and 80 pounds down as of this morning. I feel great. Unfortunately, I won't be able to make the meeting this month. See you next month. Lisa

SO very many congratulations! Most excellent job. Sandi