5 months post-op- feel like a failure. Really need support please!

I am 5 months post-op LAP RNY transected. I'm 22 years old, had no complications and lost 73 pounds so far, I'm so happy with the surgery, and am getting a better self-esteem. But I feel like I'm not doing anything right. This past month, I've been eating candy (my body only dumps whe it feels like it) and will occasionally have a few potato chips or pretzels. I go to college, so sometimes I will eat a slice of pizza (mainly eat the cheese and only a 1/3 of the breading) and the candy will be a snack size mini bag of M&M's (usually can't finish it) or some type of har candy that is 10 grams of sugar. I still eat chicken, cheese, yogurt, veggies and drink protein drinks alot, but I eat those bad thngs, too. And I have a glass of wine once a week, which I know is added calories. But I also don't want to do damage to my body. I don't know what is wrong with me :( <p>I lose an average of 10 pounds a month, exercise 2-3 times a week, which isn't that great. I have a chronic illness (debilitating headaches 24 hours a day for the pat 7 months) which has left me in a bit of a depression. I know I am still losing weight, but my biggest fear is for the future. When everything levels off, and then I'll still be making bad food choices and I will be one of those 10% this surgery didn't work for. I promised myself I wouldn't let this happen. I don't want to be obese anymore. I am actually in a size Large clothes and a size 14 pants, so I'm happy with that! I'm sure I will be criticized alot for everything, but can anyone help me or give me advice/suggestions to get back on track?

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