1 year post reflections and dr's visit

Tomorrow is my 1 year post op visit with Dr. Brader.  I am a few days before my actual 1 year, but I am leaving for vacation after work Friday for 2 weeks so we went early instead of late.

I am happy to say it looks like I am going to meet his goal for the visit.  I was not sure I would, but it looks like it, so I am pleased.  I know my goal is what matters, but I have a thing about disappointing authority figures, lol.

I will be interested to see how the appointment goes and what he recommends for going forward, etc.  My labs are a bit off as well so I will need to focus on that. 

I will update everyone tomorrow, but for now, a few random thoughts:

My highest weight was 326.
On 11/24/09 I weighed 296 when I was wheeled back for surgery.
Today, 11/17/10, I weigh 168 and have reached 26.8% body fat according to my trainer.
I now run, voluntarily, 3 miles a night 3-4 days a week.
I started at a tight size 26 and my 14 pants are now loose.  I wear a medium to a large top, depending on cut.
I have energy to spare and am often told I am hyper as I can't sit still.
I weigh less than my husband for the first time in the 16 years we have known each other. (THIS WAS A HUGE WOW FOR ME)
I am happy.
I secured my dream job, within my same company, and am loving life.

What a year!

Dawn

Dawn:

Since I first met you I felt like you were the best person to know.  You are smart, funny and a joy to be around.  You are an inspiration to me and I look to you for your insight.  I love reading your posts and see how you are doing.

I loved the time we got to spend at Pennsic and hope we find more events to meet up at.

Keep up the amazing work.  You are doing the most wonderful things for yourself.

Love,

Sandra (aka Saby)

Thank you Sandra.  I have so enjoyed getting to know you.  I would love to find more events to meet up at!

I find you such an inspiration with your running and your entire progress.  :-) I always check in to see what is up on your end!

Dawn

Congratulations on your accomplishments Dawn.   I am sure Dr. B will be very proud of you, as we all are.    Continued good health and stick-to-it-ness in your 2nd year.   You will rock it!!

Thank you, Jackie!  Let's all keep on, keepin' on!

Congratulatiins Dawn! That first year is amazing isn't it. You have made terrific progress - keep on succeeding! I am especially impressed at your running.

Thank you, Lynn.  I love reading your posts and have learned so much from you.  I appreciate everything!

Dawn

Congratulations Dawn on your first year - isn't this amazing.....and to the many more years to come in this journey....

Ida

Thank you, Ida.  Such an amazing year.  I can't wait to see what the next stage of the journey brings!

Dawn

Congratulations Dawn!
You have done fantastic.  I am sure your Dr will be pleased with how great you have done.

Sara