2 Years Today

February 21, 2007 ~~ On 2/21/05, I was so anxious to begin my journey and for once in my life to have the opportunity to live.  These past 2 years have been amazing.  My health is 1000% better, I feel great and I am enjoying my life. I am still dealing with body issues but hopefully soon I’ll be over that hump too.  I have had several plastic surgery consults and I’m ready to start the process, more money spent but I’m worth it darn it, if I say so myself I deserve it J.  I told Blane the other day, he’ll be able to call me the $50,000 woman, rofl.  I’m ready to begin the next chapter, now I wait for a surgery date. WLS has been a blessing to me and I thank God for giving me the opportunity to have surgery, a great surgeon to help me and my family and friends for the support and encouragement they’ve given me.  This journey hasn’t been easy, it takes lots of work and can be quiet emotional but it is definitely worth it.  A ride I’ll be on forever; with challenges to be faced, but I’m here and ready to continue the fight. To all of you on the OH boards, thank you for the support, encouragement and friendships.  There is no one in the world that understands us, like another person that has struggled with obesity.  I’ve had great support from my husband, boys, family and friends, but they don’t always get it.  I’ve ended some friendship relationships since surgery, something I wasn’t really prepared for.  It has made me a stronger person though, made me realize that relationships come and go but true friends are around forever. I know one thing, life is great, ain’t no stopping me now! :-d I'm adding some pictures we took yesterday, I think it's finally sinking in that I'm a normal size. Laissez les bon temps rouler! “Let the Good Times Roll” http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/022007DB2.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007in24pants.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007handsup1.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007handsup1-1.jpg Hugs,

Congratulations!  Time flies doesn't it?  I just celebrated my 3 year anniversary back in January.  How exciting the journey has been!  And so worth every dime.  I am right there with ya on the $50,000  woman, but we are worth it.  I am so glad I had plastics.  I feel much better about my body now.  Good luck with yours. Melissa

Congrats again sweetie...you're looking mighty fine.

Congrats, surgery sister!  It's hard to believe that it has been two years already!  You are looking great! :kiss: JoAnn

JoAnn,  Congrats to you on your anniversary today as well.. I don't remember you coming to our Feb 05 board but I still wanted to say wow what a difference in your pic. You look great. ~Ginny

LOOK AT YOU!!!! I love the new look, Dana!  Woo hoo!!!  Surgery for me is set for the first week of April.  My surgeon is rated #1 for breast reconstruction in the PNW and is one of 3 top PS in OR.  Her rates were "refreshing" as well.  I'm so excited!!!  We will once again be opening a new chapter in our lives with this surgery.   Ain't life GRAND!!! {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Trisha