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So hard to believe it's been a year already! It seemed like such a long wait during the 6 months preop and now it seems like it flew by! I had a very quick and painless recovery from surgery...was back full time at work in 2 weeks (But...I must say I work at the ER of the hospital where I had surgery and that made it easier for me) I have had very little that upsets my pouch, but I am VERY careful of what I put in it.

I have learned so much in my journey this far like what Portion Control is, how to fuel my body instead of feed it, exercise really does give you more energy, Water is your best friend and that I can be healthy, happy and do things I never thought I could do. I am starting to venture out and live and it feels wonderful. Being able to drop off the worries of not being able to fit in my car seat belt, not being able to fit in movie theater seats or booth seats. Being the "fat" friend or the only one not chatting about the latest styles.

Looking back I only have one regret...NOT DOING THIS SOONER! But looking forward I am planning so many things that I would never have planned, thought of or even dreamed of!

My quality of life is so much better now.... If you are considering the RNY DO IT! Dont wait! Life is too short to live like I was living...or not living!

I am a little over half way to my goal of losing 200lbs... my body has leveled off right now, but I am working to get it stoked back up for those last 100lbs.... I cant wait to be at my goal! Thanks to all here for the support and encouragement. Wouldnt have made it this far without it!!

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WOW congrats.... you really have come a long way and keep up the good work :)

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Thank you for this post it gives me courage. I am just waiting on my surgery date. I have been very nervous. I just want to say congratulations and thank you for sharing

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