I was sleeved 6 months ago today and I couldn't be happier. Quick stats...

HW = 238, CW = 154

Hit surgeon's goal weight 3 weeks ago and I'm 4 pounds from my personal goal.

went from a size 22 jeans to size 10 (I would have been happy in size 12)

Tops XL/XXL to M

I'm going to go ahead and say it, I'm kind of starting to think this was the "easy way out" after all. Sure, the preop and postop diet stuff wasn't super fun but it was all so temporary. And then there was acid and nausea and diarrhea and constipation and stalls, but seriously, those things are minor compared to all the good stuff. I never thought I could look and feel this fabulous at 45. And the changes have been so simple....I'm not measuring or tracking anything so I don't feel like I'm on a diet. My excersise program is non existent. All I do is follow the basic rules....protein, fruits, veggies and Water. I eat when I'm hungry, I eat what I want and I eat until I'm satisfied. The only thing I really gave up is beer and I don't miss eating huge meals at all. My bloodwork is great and I'm actually having to add carbs to slow my weight loss now that I'm basically at goal.

For the newbies out there, all I can say is keep your eye on big picture, follow your doctor's diet plan (no cheating!!) and stay positive. Whining and stressing over the recovery and reflux and diet restrictions and stalls and everything else that is a normal part of this process won't help. And good luck to everyone...I hope everyone feels like I do someday.

P.S. gotta put in a great big thanks to everyone at Obesity Control Center for making this possible for me.

Congratulations!!! I am 1 month out and hope to be you soon!!

Lenni

YAY YOU!!!! You've done a remarkable job. Enjoy!!

That is amazing. I'm just starting this journey. Hope I can have similar success.

Congratulations.

Congratulations Kindle! I can't wait to have my surgery. I hope we all have results like yours Everyone deserves to feel as good about themselves as you are feeling right now. I hope you have continued success and keep keeping us posted please.

I am happy all is working so well for you.