More than any of the good things that have come out of my surgery, I take great pride in the fact that now I've inspired three people to have weight loss surgery based on my success (the most recent had hers on Monday). Two of them had VSG (I talked both out of lap-band), and one had bypass. I hope that they inspire others to do the same. It truly feels great to have that kind of impact on the lives of others.

Ryan, you inspire me with only 7.6 lbs to go! Awesome! So happy for you and the others.

I hope to be inspirational for my family and friends. I am really open about the surgery and discussing with others.

I only hope I will have the same success as you.

Let us know when you get to goal!

Good luck to you!

Ryan, that's awesome! I've seen a lot of posts on the forum that people do not want to tell anyone they have had the surgery. Perhaps that changes once they reach goal or come close and no longer worry about anyone's judgement. Personally, I am pretty much an open book about it if someone asks. One of my friends was an inspiration to me and I hope someday to be an inspiration to someone else. I think it is just wonderful that you were able to help change three people's lives for the better! That's a GREAT NSV!

That's amazing! Great job being an inspiration to others!