Well, unfortunately, I have not kept this profile up!  But, I am now 11 months post op.  I have lost 130 pounds.  I started at 282, now weigh 150 and am wearing a size 10!  On December 28th, I had a hernia repair and tummy tuck and am still recovery.  I had a few set backs along the way during this recovery but am getting there, slowly but surely.  
My weight loss has changed my life and I would do it again in a heartbeat!  I love my new body and my new life.  I play volleyball on a league now and am looking to get on a softball league as well.  I feel so much better about myself and I know my kids and my husband are very proud of me.  I still have to do double takes in the mirror on a daily basis.  It's so hard to believe that this is me!  
My mom is currently looking into this surgery and I am so excited for her.  I hope it all works out for her without a lot of waiting.  I know it'll change her life like it's changed mine.