I live in Texas and my surgery was done on 11/11/11 (easy day to remember, huh). That was 3 weeks ago today. I have lost only 7 pounds in those 3 weeks. This was disappointing to me but after reading everyone else's experience I guess that is normal. My first fill is scheduled for next Thursday, 12/9. I cant wait! I loved the way I was not hungry and did not even think about food right after the surgery. I want that feeling to come back. My surgeon was Dr John Marsden and I was so pleased. He is not only caring and concerned about my journey, he has a great sense of humor and you are instantly comfortable with him. I am a little different than a lot of his patients in that I am starting my journey weighing 200 pounds and my goal is 130. I have only 70 pounds to lose. Afraid of being criticized I have only told 2 people (outside my family) about the surgery. But I am only 5'2" tall and I have a small frame so Im not carrying the extra weight very well. When I got married 21 years ago I weighed 120 and my wedding dress was size 8P. My goal is to get back into that dress. Since I dont have a support group of friends Im excited about this online support group.

Good luck to you...you are off to a great start! I started with 70 pounds to get to normal BMi and now I am just maintaining...best decision I ever made! You will get lots of help and support here...welcome!

The Majority of us are pretty good to talk to.

I'm sure you had time to read a lot of different Posts.

So you know yourself, that this is a good site.

See you around, Shirley.

Hi , I feel like im reading my story , I started at 218 & im also 5'2, had my surgery on 11/14/11 and currently 206 & would also like to get down to 120 my weight when I got married before the kids lol.....I wish you best of luck!!)