3 month surgiversary, 82 pounds down

[Sharon1964 2,530]

In November of last year, I told my doctor I wanted weight loss surgery.

In December of last year, I met with the surgeon.

Over the next six months, I met all my pre-op requirements.

In June of this year, I was approved by insurance.

Next available surgery date was 8/8/15.

My weight was 403.

Now, three months after surgery, I am down 82 pounds. EIGHTY-TWO.

Never, ever, thought I would be where I am. Thought I would be one of those people that would struggle endlessly to lose one pound a month, if anything. Or, worse, thought I would lose ten pounds then nothing after that. Thought I would be standing outside the clubhouse and not be allowed in.

Never thought I would lose so much interest in food.

Never thought one-third of a cup of food would be enough.

Vowed never to whine about not losing weight, that if I failed at this I would keep it to myself. And people who know me in real life would silently shake their head and wonder how I failed.

I kept all my negativity to myself (for the most part).

Sometimes, I have a hard time believing my new reality. Four large garbage bags of clothes donated out tell the story. Being able to fit easily into chairs that I used to struggle into tell the story. Having to move the drivers seat in my car higher because my butt doesn't take up as much space anymore tells the story. Being able to get into and out of my car easier tells the story. Not being able to wear my ring anymore tells the story.

I'm looking forward to where my story is after the next three months!

[justme29 76]

YAY! Congrats!

[2goldengirl 2,076]

I love the way you tell your story so far. Well done!

[The Candidate 3,215]

You are a definite inspiration. Congrats!

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Congratulations!

[KindaFamiliar 3,867]

Great work @@Sharon1964

[dsparks2024 4]

Congratulations!! How inspiring. Thank you for posting.

Where do you live in California? I live in Sacramento.

[Sharon1964 2,530]

Congratulations!! How inspiring. Thank you for posting.

Where do you live in California? I live in Sacramento.

I'm in the Fresno area. The armpit of California.

[dsparks2024 4]

Not too far from Sacto. I used to travel to Fresno for work until I retired two years ago. Would love to keep reading your posts. I'm about one month away from surgery.