February 2012 i had gastric bypass...I lost 95 lb...was very close to my goal wight. I wasn't able to get on track after surgery due to neck pain...and that turned into 2 neck surgery's...the first neck surgery was 4 months after gbp...the second neck surgery a year later...I was on different meds (including morphine) for 1 1/2 years...Then last February 2014 I spent a week in ICU with blood clots in my lungs. Well, it's now 2015. I've been off all pain medication and meds that caused 70lbs of weight gain. I feel I let my family down..but mostly myself. Is it to late?

So sorry to hear about all you've been through! Don't be so hard on yourself about the regain. It happens to people with a lot less reason than you have. We're all human.

In answer to your question, I don't think it's too late at all. If you want to do this, you can. It's hard work,but you already know that. Good luck!

Thank you! I've decided to start over..as if it was day one after surgery...everything is in place, and I'm feeling hopeful!

@@brinkie, I am so sorry to hear about your struggles. It sounds like you have been through the ringer but are ready to come out on the other side.

I have a similiar situation, in fact I am headed to see a spine surgeon this morning. My cervical spine is so bad and I have been putting this off for many years.

I have had spine surgery before so I know what I am in for with this.

I am a fighter so hopefully I will bounce back quickly.

Have you tried the pouch test? I believe it is called the 5 day pouch test. I have read about it and supposedly it helps to give you a fresh start. You can google it and see what you think.

Good luck and I will say a prayer for you!

Sorry to hear about your pending back surgery! Sounds like you have a positive attitude...that's key for a quick recovery! I read about the 5 day test yesterday. That's why I've decided to start over