In January of 2012 I had my weight loss surgery. Initially I lost 134 pounds. Recently I gained 10 pounds back due to ignorance. I use to be on this site constantly looking for support. It does help to read others success stories. Giving praise or advice to each other provides that support. Anyway, I named this post accountability because we do need to be responsible for our actions. It is great to have the surgery and be successful. But what happens when all the glory subsides. You became relaxed in your diet, old habits begin to creep, etc. Yes, due to a recent job loss I allowed the depression to set in and begin those bad habits. Eating cookies, chips, etc. I had to set down and reevaluate myself. I will not allow myself to regain another pound. To lose ten pounds is nothing compared to the 134 pounds I had initially lost. I remember those numbers on the scale 288, 262, 233, etc... I still have restriction when I eat, but it is the grazing that is becoming harmful to my continuing success. When I was going to the seminars prior to weight loss I remember meeting a gentleman that had the gastric bypass surgery and regained all the weight and more, 425 pds. Holy sh-t! No, it will not happen to me and don't allow it to happen to you. Stick to the program, it is not a quick fix. I am a food addict, like those that are addicted to cigs, etc. it gives me pleasure to eat and eat. But I remember barely being able to walk up those stairs now I can run up the stairs. Going to a store and buying a large shirt, I use to wear a 3x. It is great to hear the praise when I meet someone on the street that doesn't recognize me. So, I would like to hear from those of you that had the surgery and how you have remained on the path or have you ever regained a few pounds. I agree it is not a quick fix and you will slide back into old habits if you allow yourself. Good Luck!!!

Thank you for sharing you story. I love to hear the good and the bad. I want to learn from others what can happen if you don't stay focused. I'm rooting for you to get back on the straight and narrow path we have to live by.