Missing the board and update

Hello, Virginia Folks: I am coming up on my third anniversary and I don't think I've posted in over two years.  I was talking with a new employee today and she was talking about her sister that really needs WLS.  I referred her to this site and then I realized I haven't visited in so long, and I miss you all and the wonderful wisdom, humor, insight and support.  Why did I get away from it?   So, as an update: RNY August 30, 2005 - starting weight 359

Today - 167.

Yeah, I'm proud of myself.  I hate the hanging skin, and for a variety of reasons probably won't have plastic surgery.  But now I'm healthy.  I had diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, complications from the diabetes, hypothyroidism, depression and overwhelming fatigue.  All of that is gone except that I take a much smaller dose of thyroid medicine.  I exercise at a very high level four times a week, and I can run and swim and I feel so good.  I got a second chance, and I'll forever be grateful that I took it and ran.  Life is so very good.

Peace,

elizabeth in charlottesville

 

 

 

Elizabeth - as a "newbie" i love hearing about folks alot further out from me.  So glad you are doing well and HEALTHY!  Way to go!  Thanks for sharing with us, lys

Congrats on your success.  It's great to hear from a "new" person who has a great success story.  :)

Elizabeth, congrats on your fabulous success!!!!  What a wonderful story to share.  Keep in touch, we on the board would love to have you about more frequently.

Hi Elizabeth, Glad that you found your way back here............ and congratulations on your weightloss success!!!  You sound like you are doing really well .............. Stay around a while Elizabeth! Jackie

I remember you Elizabeth! I'm glad to hear from you! Hope you are doing well for sure! Don't be such a stranger! All best!

Thanks for all the good wishes.  I appreciate the support!  This is such a great group of people, and we're all united in our battle with obesity.  I'm glad we're losers...LOL. Kitty Kat - I remember you, too.  You look fabulous!  I'm curious - are you a friend of Bill?  On July 5th I'll be sober 12 years. Best to all - let's have a great day!       elizabeth

Hi, Elizabeth:  Welcome back to the Board!  It sounds like you have done really well -- that is terrific!  I look forward to hearing more from you -- I'm always on the prowl for insight and ideas!  Again, welcome back!  :)