Hey everybody...I just wanted to update my progress and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I am now down 62 pounds. It's been 3 months and I've gone from 200 to 138. I am down to a size 10...woohoo !!! Watch out size 3, here I come. My goal is to be 105 pounds and wear a size 3 or 5. I know 105 sounds awful small but, I am only 4'11. My doctors goal for me is 97 pounds. I am working really hard at getting to my goal and it is really showing. I thank GOD everyday for giving me a second chance at a new life. My gastric bypass (RNY) has been the greatest thing I have ever done. I wish I would've done it years ago. For those of you who have not had the surgery yet; make sure you get it. The first 4 to 6 weeks will be pure HELL but, after you make it past that stage you will start to feel so GREAT and it will be smooth sailing. I do want to tell everybody that even though the first 4 to 6 weeks is pure Hell, you must make a lifestyle change during that time. You will have to change the way you look at food and the way you exercise and everything about yourself and your family. When I came home from the hospital after my surgery I was so worried that I would never be able to eat my favorite foods again. I cried and cried. If you were to ask me now "Do I want the foods I cried over"? I would tell you NO... No, those bad foods that made me fat in the first place do not appeal to me at all. I want good healthy foods now. I want fruits, vegies, and water. I was scared for the holidays to come. I didn't want to be tempted by the sweets and pies but, I'm not tempted. I can even make all the goodies for my family and friends and not even want to lick the bowl or spoon. My sister and I went to the mall yesterday and she was hungry and wanted Chick Fil A. I was so proud of myself when all I got was the fruit cup. I felt great. I am finaly in control of my body and that is the greatest feeling that NO ONE can ever take away. As far as exercise goes, I started out after my surgery walking. I love to walk but, I don't like the cold and I don't like to walk on the treadmill. So, now that it's cold, I do 40 minutes of strength and sculpt training everyday. I have all the Biggest Loser workout DVD's and they are the best. I love to work out with weights. When I went through my last stall I decided to start adding weights to my workout and it makes a huge difference. I dropped 7 pounds and a dress size in a week. My flab is going away too. I plan on updating some new pics here really soon. I've never been one to take many pics. I really just want everyone to see my progress. Anyways, I want everyone on OH to know that you have been such an inspiration to me. Without your kindness and support I couldn't have done this.