Michelle H.

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Well, not exactly skinny but feeling normal.  I have lost 84 pounds and am down to a size 10 from a 22.  Its amazing.  The wierd thing is meeting new people who have no idea that I'm a big girl (at heart anyway) and are shocked when they hear of my weight loss.  I have definaately hit the big plateau section of the journey but that is fine.  I am actually where my surgeon said I would land for good but I am still working on it, knowing that I'll be happy if I dont lose another pound.  I have passed that honeymoon phase and I know I have to keep up those good changes I have made and I began hitting the gym seriously about 2 months ago.  It hasnt really changed my weight loss but I feel great and can tell the difference in my muscles and overall fitness.  I am spinning 3 times per week and doing pilates.  Thanks to all the OH's out there that have lended support and kind words, they are always there when you need a hand.
Michelle

So far so good.  I am down 50 pounds and feel fantastic.  I have had a few wow moments - shopping with my mom in a regular (not a big girl) store and able to wear the clothes -  im in a 14-16 down from a 22 not so long ago.  I knew that would feel good but I had no idea how good.  My husband asked if he was in trouble with regard to shopping and I said probably so.  I have hit a plateau in the last 2 weeks but I know it will pass - this is my 2nd one and it should be letting go any time soon.  I havent been very good about exercising, I am busy with the kids and end of the school year stuff but I need to find a groove and get in it.  I know that will help in the short and long term.  I also havent been as diligent about getting all my protein  - something I am now resolving to do but it doesnt always go down easy.  Good luck to you all and keep on keepin on.
MIchelle

I appreciate so much the postings on OH - it helps you see that you arent gong crazy with what you are going through.  I am having a rough time with pain - really sore but getting better overall.  I just hoped that "it gets better every day" thing was more noticible.  Ive had my moments of crying, what did I do, can I get through this but I know it'll pass.  I dont have any bad food issues- the diet is going OK although I am sick of that protein drink taste.  It is just plan weird not putting "food" in your mouth at all for a week.   I havent freaked out about it cause I know I'll get back to chewing eventually but It sinks in about how mindlessly I used to eat - just stick anything in there without thought when now I have to think about everything.  Keep on posting and I'll keep in touch.

I can tbelieve that it's here.  Such a long process has led me to this point as I started thinking seriously about this a year ago.  I am nervous and afraid that I may have a bad experience but hoping for a good one.  Luckily I have no clear liquid restriction so I will be having my last supper (as it were) tonight - trying to decide what to have- almost feels like a death row dinner but I know its really a great thing Im about to do. LOL
Good luck too all the people who are doing this tomorrow too.

I am scheduled to have my bypass on Monday 2/12 and I am excited and nervous about it.  I cant wait to get this show on the road and start to live the life I want to live.  I am nervous about recovery and how my little ones will handle it.  Wish me luck!!