I'm new here

Thank you Cathy and Kathy for welcoming me into the group.  I am looking forward to getting back on track, so here's a little introduction about myself:

My name is Amanda, 31 years old.  I had RNY gastric bypass 6 years ago.  I  lost over 117 lbs and have gained back around 25 lbs.  I've had some health issues since my surgery such as IBS, and just recently as yesterday, acute gastritis.  (long story, spent 5 hours in the ER!)  I truly believe if I can get my diet and stress under control, I can get back on track.  It's difficult to obtain help and inspiration from family members or friends that haven't had WLS.  My best friend had WLS almost 7 years ago but she's never fell off the wagon, so it's a little hard to relate to her (wish I had at least HALF the discipline she has!) 

My goals are - if I could take off 10 lbs, and get to that comfortable zone, I think I'd feel better.  My clothes from my lowest post-op weight are a little too tight, and I can't afford to buy (and refuse to) buy bigger sizes anymore.  I think I can gain back more energy if I got back on track.  So that's why I am here, for motivation and inspiration.  Its easier when you know other people are on the same boat :)

Welcome!

Welcome to the group, Amanda!  I have found everyone to be very supportive.

Welcome aboard Amanda!  You have come to the right place!  Ask any questions, post you food and cardio daily or just check out the blog everyday.  We are here to be supportive and nonjudgemental.  Glad to have you with us.

hi there...
Hala

Hi Amanda, Welcome!

Amanda, wow we could be surgery sisters! I was 25 when I had my RNY and am 30 now. That was 1/15/07. What a crazy ride it's been! This group is wonderful and amazing and so supportive. I am not posting a lot right now because I am preparing for the FL bar exam (next week) but I wanted to say hello to you since we have such similar dates and ages.

I am weighing 184 now. I had a baby 9/11/11, 10 months ago. I was 221 the day I gave birth and just recently got into the 180's. My dream is 135, but at 158, I wore a size 6 so that wasn't too bad!

WELCOME!!

And you and I could be post-surgery sisters--except I am a lot older than you!  I also had RNY in 2006.  My goal was 145 and I made it to 154 and a size 6-8.  Then fertility treatments a baby boy in 2008 and baby girl in 2010.  Dropped the weight I gained from the my baby girl and then some so I'm currently at 183...10 pounds to go to pre-baby boy weight.

Best of luck with the bar!