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Well, one year ago I was in Mexicali just beginning this life-changing journey. I have not yet met my goal, and I am 0.2 (!!!) lbs away from Onederland, but I would never go back. I am still confident that I am not through losing, but if this is as good as it gets, I can live with it for the rest of my life. I am confident it will be much better than if I had not had this surgery done.

My blood pressure is very well controlled. I am still taking my med because my daughter doesn't want me to "take any chances". I am off all my diabetic medications and my fasting sugars in the morning are in the 70's and 80's. I have had to learn how to walk like a normal person, but it has really helped my self confidence.

I encourage everyone thinking about getting sleeved not to let uncertainty and comments of outsiders cloud your decision making. Be bold and go for the gold. Love to all...Kathe

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Great job! Always good to see another successful Aceves sleever.

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Congrats!! You will finish the race, I have no doubts! :)

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That's awesome. Congrats on a great year. Hope you get to onederland soon!

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Hi, I was sleeved by Dr. Aceves on 4/13/11... I must have met you or passed you on our walk in the hallway. My room was across the hall from the nurses station. :) I am happy to say I am down 67lbs and below my personal goal of 150lbs :) I am happy to hear you are doing well too! Take care and keep it going!

Wendy

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CONGRATS! I love hearing stories like this. This is success! ;)

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Congrats! You'll make it to goal, no worries. Keep at it and the weight will continue to fall off.

I love Dr. Aceves!

~Cheri

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