HI, I haven't posted in a long time. Guess I am not much of a blogger so here goes: Feb 27 it will be one year. down 52 lbs and have about 34 to go to next goal. I am happy I made the decision to have VS instead of RNY. I feel great and get lots of compliments I look healthy and have a healthy glow. started at 247 now at 194 and would love to be near 160, will see after that. But that said. I paid and went to WW for 8 years and played the numbers game. Promised I would not do it this time around. These numbers I posted are just to give readers an idea where I am at, but mean nothing to me. With the exception I am under 200 for the first time in 29 years and feel great. I love finding new ways to mix protein with fruits and veggies. i.e. pureed chick peas in mini pumpkin muffins. My latest is trying to substitute those glasses of wine for a healthy smoothie. I have a sister that had RNY in Sept starting wt 199lbs and now in the 140's. We used to look similar. Besides she is 2 inches shorter( I'm 5'2) , now she has saggy skin, bald head and looks more like a recovering cancer patient. Unfortunately coming from a big family, lots of comparing. But I am strong, will see when we are in our 70's how that 's all working for her. I feel confident in the decisions I have made and mostly have learned to make myself the most important person putting myself first. Good luck to all. Have a great day. will post soon!

Glad to see your doing well in your journey, continue your progress and I'm positive you will hit that goal. I've developed a habit of a beer or wine every now and then myself so I know your demons. I guess if we can minimize it some it helps but whose kidding who, enjoy a few when you get a chance.