Cathy H.

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Had some blood work done prior to my checkup with my PCP tomorrow, and got the results yesterday. I am THRILLED to say that my A1C is 4.8!!! One of the best results from this surgery and low carb eating has been the remission of my Type 2 diabetes.

Today I wore a dress for the first time since my father's funeral in 1999 (before that it was probably another 10 years since I'd worn one). I also wore tights and knee boots, which I haven't worn since I was probably 10 years old (I will be 58 on Thu

I just shake my head in wonder. As of today, I have lost 200 pounds from my highest weight 18 mo prior to surgery. I have lost a large man...it boggles my mind. Thank you, God, for letting me have this surgery. It has changed my life and I am so ve

Hi, everyone! Just wanted to pop by and check in to update you on my hysterectomy surgery. All went well. I was in a lot of pain yesterday but much better today. Seems like old times as they have me on clear liquids lol. I'd give anything for y co

I'm very excited! Just finished my 1-year checkup with my surgeon. They were thrilled with my progress. I was shocked to find that their average for excess weight loss after a year is 50-55%. I am at 83%!!! I had no idea and am so happy!! My BMI

Finally at the point where even in my clothes the hanging belly is bugging me. Since I no longer buy long tunics I need something to lift and even all that out. I'm looking for tried and true suggestions for briefs that do the trick but don't cost an

Today is my one year surgiversary! Wow this year has gone fast! I thought a years seemed an eternity right after surgery, but it has just whizzed by. Met my goal at 10.5 months and have maintained for the last month and a half. My new goal is anoth

Gina, I saw this and couldn't help thinking of you and your signature block LOL!!

I DID IT!!! As of this morning I am at my initial goal...175 pounds!! OMGG!!! 10.5 months from surgery. I can't tell you how excited I am!! WOOOHOOO!!!! Thank you all for the advice, support and encouragement. You all rock! I LOVE MY VSG!!!!

Banner day for me...as of today, I am officially HALF the woman I used to be!! Weight 180...total pounds lost 180!! Only 5 pounds away from my initial goal, I'm so happy! I LOVE MY VSG!!!!

I got a creepy message from me0001. Anyone else get one?

So, you all may recall that I hit my "100 pounds since surgery" mark back on June 12th. I planned a special thing to celebrate, but it's taken until now for it to work out at the camp where I've been working. Today, I did it!! It was even more speci