I've been MIA on here, but look what's happened!

[mountain_lover 3]

It's been a while since I've logged on to VST. I visit OH mostly & trying to keep up with two message boards was too hard. So, I've been limiting my time online. Here's my update...

VSG was 7-7-09 with Dr. Aceves. I started at 201, 5'4. About two weeks ago, I had my gallbladder removed as I had many stones & was having some bad attacks. I am feeling much better from that! I'm glad that sucker is gone & will not be giving me anymore trouble.

I was 2 lbs away from my goal (135 lbs) before I had the gallbladder surgery. I put on about 4-5 lbs from the surgery (fluids & swelling). It was dissheartening to be so close to my goal & then see the scale move up even if I KNEW it was all Fluid from the surgery. Well, a week after my gallbladder surgery was my 6 month VSG surgiversary so I weighed in. Surprise! 135.0! I met goal in 6 months! :smile: I have since lost another 2 lbs in a matter of a few days. So, I am now below my initial goal of 135 lbs.

I've decided to leave my ticker like it is but to try to get to 125. So, that's my new goal...125lbs. If I make it, great. If not, I'm still more than thrilled with my success. I went from a sz. 18/20, XXL to a 8, M...I can even fit in some 6's & smalls. More than that, though, is how wonderful I feel. I could not imagine how much my life would change from one simple surgery. It's awesome.

I hope you are all doing well. I will try my hardest to check in here more often.

Wow you are a great inspiration, I will be glad to see some before and after pictures of you. I am glad that you are doing OK after your surgery. I had my gallbladder removed in 1972. I hated those attacks, pregnancy brought them on the last three month and the three months after pregnancy. I thought they were going to kill me, the vomiting and dry heaving were horrible.

I am in size 16M jeans now, I will be so glad to reach my goal, it is so glad to hear your story to give me more hope. Keep coming back to let us know how you are maintaining your weight!!

[thinoneday 445]

Good for you Jenn, what a great accomplishment! You've worked hard and you should Celebrate (but not with food, like in the olden days!) Keep up the great job!