Well, sort of;) I'm finally below 150! It was a battle, and I finally had to cave in and start weight training to do it (I seriously love running). 3 more pounds till I reach my doctor's goal for me, 13 till I reach my goal (but that one is a moving target, up and down). My new school clothes, size 8, are starting to feel a tad too loose. I never thought I'd ever say that! For those who are at the beginning of this trip, let me tell you it really works if you play by the rules!

What was beginning weight??

Wow! Congratulations on a year of really hard work to get where you are today. This is very inspiring as I am waiting to begin. Good luck with your next goal -- you are nearly there. I look forward to thinking about exercise all the time instead of thinking about food. Do you think they could install a chip in my brain for that when they put in the band?

I know that's right!!! Congratulations!

Congratulations and thanks for the motivation !!!