Noticing the date on the calender caused me to recognize that ten (10) years ago on June 16, 2003, I took a step that forever changed my life. I had weight loss surgery (RNY) and lost 180 pounds. No more diabetes - no more sleep apnea were just a few of the healthy side effects. It has been a roller coaster of mostly highs, but some lows too, but I would do it all over again cause it has been a learning experience that has given me the life I have now! I have managed to stay within 20-25 pounds of my lowest weight after WLS.