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Have a normal BMI

201 People
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62 People
 achieved this

lose 100lbs

79 People
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42 People
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Reach Onederland

241 People
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make up for all the years of fat sex with skinny sex

135 People
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31 People
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not be embarrassed to see old friends from high school or college.

84 People
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57 People
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Surgeon Testimonial

William S. Peters
My first impression of Dr. Peters was that he was stern, but kind. He really wants the best for his patients and makes sure that you are serious so they won't fail. He makes sure that you really know what you are getting into. His wife, Robbie (nurse), is amazing as well. Most people who are married should not work together, but them 2 make a great team. He is not just your surgeon for pre-op he is your surgeon for a life time. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants a serious and straight forward doctor and is truely wanting the best for you. He makes sure that you know the pros and cons, risks and benefits of all the different types of WLS.
Member Interests
  • Family & Friends - means the world to me
  • Travel - love going to new places
  • Meeting People - always nice to make another friend for life
  • Music - I love all kinds of music
  • Bowling - My grandparents own a bowling alley and I have been bowling since I was 1
  • Married - I have the greastest husband, but he works out of town all week, wish he didnt
  • Children - I love my babies, they're my world
  • Vacation - everyone needs it
  • Wine Tasting - I like to go to Watkins Glen with friends and sample wine and take some home
  • WLS in your 20's - that way I am healthier for my 30's

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    Hey Celia- Wanted to check in and see how you were doing? How did everything go and most important how are ya feeling???
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been along time...
on June 28, 2011 9:35 pm
I have not posted in awhile so I thought I should. I have lost over 160 pounds, but have gained and lost a lot from it, I am currently separated from my husband, but I am moving closer to finding out who I really am and what my life goals are. I use my excess skin as a reminder of what I don't want to ever be again, but also for what I want to keep thriving for and accomplishing in my life. For the first time (in a long time) I feel free and that I am capable of making my own choices and decisions, Life is not easy nor may it ever be, but I am happy with what I am doing with mine right now. I hope everyone is doing the same!! Best of luck and happiness to all
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Just checkin in. . .
on May 17, 2010 9:38 pm
Well I have not been on in a while so I thought I would check in. I am 3 1/2 months post-op and down about 74 lbs. That is both my kids put together plus 4 lbs!! So I take that as I lost my pregnancy weight and I am working on the rest. I think my biggest trouble right now is figuring out my size and having nothing to wear. I also have days where I still feel huge, but others where I feel great and have so much confidence. I am 11 lbs away from being under 200 goal and the next would be 26 lbs away from "onederland"!!

I find there is a lot more I enjoy in life such as exercise! Yes I said it exercise. Before surgery the most exercise I was getting was running after my kids which was probably benefiting them more than me. I am taking time out from running after them because I have to. I am running because I want to. I actually enjoy going out running and if I cannot run outside I tune into my Wii Fit. I noticed I love being outside as before not so much. Now only if I can take that love of being outside to start doing some yard work would be nice.

I was doing YouTube blogs, but my camera is not working. I tried to do a video with my web cam and yet that did not work. I am sure I will figure it out eventually. I also need some new pics. I bought this wrap skirt about 2 years ago at the beach and it never fit me. I tried it on over the weekend and it FITS!!! I really want to take a pic so I can remember that milestone.

Oh and before I forget here is something funny my hubby said "You're getting skinny!" I replied :well what did you think was going to happen?" He says with a big smile, "I am going to have to replace you for a fat chick now!" Needless to say he got a slap and a kiss!!

Hope everyone is doing well. I hope to hear from everyone and their progress
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It has been 8 weeks!!
on March 23, 2010 1:21 pm
 doing the happy dance

Well it has been about 8 weeks since surgery and I am feeling pretty good. I posted pics of myself now that I am down 50, I repeat, 50 pounds!! I do not quite see it yet, but loving how my clothes are fitting. The pics I took are of me in a size large shirt that my mom sent me when I had surgery. It was my first goal shirt. She is now sending me a new one!! The shirt is still a little tight, but 8 weeks ago I could not even pull it over my head.

Since LS I have gained energy and is starting to really keep up with my kids. I am trying different foods and so far so good. Still no dumping which I am happy about plus I haven't aloud myself to put anything in my mouth that would potentially make me dump. It has been a great 8 weeks except personal things that have happened, but now things are looking up. One thing that is bothering me right now, I wanted to get back to working out in the gym. I went to see a chiropractor and my back does not look so good so no exercising for about 2 months. I can still do my daily routine and go for walks. I have been trying to go for a walk everyday to at least keep me motivated for when I can go back to the gym.

I would also like to say that I am so excited that my bff is getting her surgery in less then a month. I cannot wait to share these changes with her!! I am happy to have someone along side of me doing this, understanding what I am going through, and possibly help her understand what she is going though. Love you Laura :)



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My first WOW
on March 4, 2010 10:44 am
First I would like to thank everyone for their prayers for my family. We really appreciate it. Things have been rough, but they are getting better everyday. My sister has been having her ups and downs, but seems to be getting through this better then I thought she would. Your prayers and thoughts have meant the world to me and my family.

I had my 2nd post-op appointment today!! Everything looks good and I am ready to hit the gym!! I have went from 286 to 249 in 5 weeks and 3 days!! I feel so good and my clothes are falling off. I have not been under 250 since I was pregnant with my daughter almost 4 years ago. I wondered if I would ever see that again. I go back in 2 months after I get my blood work and I hope to weigh around 225 in not less

Last year we went on a family camping trip with my husband's friend from work. I was almost reluctant to go because of my weight. I was almost embarrassed for my husband because I was the fat wife!! Well we were invited to go again this summer and I am excited. I feel that I will finally look half way normal and I wont be an embarrassment although I know my husband loves me no matter how I look.

I am also excited to participate at my daughters school. I don't feel like the other mothers will be looking at me in disgust and afraid that the kids will make fun of me because of my weight. I also have so much more energy to keep up with kids. I signed up for a parent participation day in April and I cannot wait.

I cannot believe in just a month how much my life has changed. I have had so many ups and downs this month. I hope this month I have more ups then downs. Life can be so hectic, but I know it is all worth it. I am starting to really love life and feel better about myself. I know nothing can be perfect, but I hope it's pretty damn close!!

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Not a good week. . .
on February 22, 2010 9:41 pm
This has been a not so good week for me. My nephew Gabriel passed away Friday. I wish I would have had more time with him. He was born paralyzed from the neck down at birth. His body was unable to make calcium. They gave him 1 year to live, but he was only able to stay strong for 6 months and passed in his sleep. He is now an angel and will be so missed. Please say a prayer for my sister Alex, she is really having a rough time right now. Seeing such a small casket I could never imagine what that would feel like. My kids are my life as Gabriel was Alex's. She loved him so much and took such good care of him, she was a great mother.


I finally had an experience with sticking, well twice I did. Not so great, but not as bad as I thought it would be. I tried to take a sip of water to help it out, but only makes it worse (well for me it did). It felt like the water sat on whatever was stuck and made it worse. I started to drool and it regurgitated itself up. So I am working on really chewing this week. I still have not weighed myself, but the 4th is coming and I will have some numbers posted.

I do have some good news, I started online school this week for business. College is one of my goals and I am doing it. I really want to make my family proud and also by earning my degree I hope to get my husband home. Instead of him working out of state (money is much better) he will be able to work closer to home because we will both hopefully have an income.




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My Story

Not exactly sure how I let myself get like this, but it's time for a change! After surgery I will never let myself get like this ever again.

I was always a chubby kid. Not sure if it was cause of eatting habits or cause of the depressing childhood I had. I started dieting when I was about 12 years old. When I was 18 I lost a lot of weight, ran everyday and was always active. When I met my husband I guess I got to comfortable, ate as I pleased, stopped running, and then had babies on top of that. I love my husband, my kids, my life, but I am not happy with how I look and the lack of energy. I also think because my husband works out of town all week, I am left alone with the kids what better then to eat my way to happiness while he is gone.

I decided before I had my son to visit with Dr. Peters. We were in the process of setting everything up and I got pregnant so it put things on hold. Now there is nothing holding me back. I started the process all over again. In order to get my insurance to pay for everything I had to see a dietican for 6 months and met with my PCP every 6 weeks. Honestly I have no health problems, but with the rate I am going in no time I will. Waiting for approval was the worst The 6 week wait kept me on pins and needles. The whole time I waited I kept thinking my insurance doesnt know me, they dont understand what this is like. I thought they were going to tell me no and keep seeing a dietican and do it yourself. Well I waited the 6 weeks so I called Dr. Peters office. As I was waiting for Dr.'s wife, Robbie, I checked my mail and there sat a letter from the insurance company that said I was approved!!!! I didnt know if I should jump up and down or cry so I screamed. Robbie then answered the phone and said are you ready to set a date. I was so happy and so nervous.

My date is set for January 11, 2010. I am not going to call this my journey, but a new experience and milestone in my life which is going to be such a happier healthier life. I have so much support behind me and I know things are going to go great!! This story isnt finished, it just started