2 Years Today!

February 21, 2007 ~~ On 2/21/05, I was so anxious to begin my journey and for once in my life to have the opportunity to live. These past 2 years have been amazing. My health is 1000% better, I feel great and I am enjoying my life. I am still dealing with body issues but hopefully soon I'll be over that hump too. I have had several plastic surgery consults and I'm ready to start the process, more money spent but I'm worth it darn it, if I say so myself I deserve it J. I told Blane the other day, he'll be able to call me the $50,000 woman, rofl. I'm ready to begin the next chapter, now I wait for a surgery date. WLS has been a blessing to me and I thank God for giving me the opportunity to have surgery, a great surgeon to help me and my family and friends for the support and encouragement they've given me. This journey hasn't been easy, it takes lots of work and can be quiet emotional but it is definitely worth it. A ride I'll be on forever; with challenges to be faced, but I'm here and ready to continue the fight. To all of you on the OH boards, thank you for the support, encouragement and friendships. There is no one in the world that understands us, like another person that has struggled with obesity. I've had great support from my husband, boys, family and friends, but they don't always get it. I've ended some friendship relationships since surgery, something I wasn't really prepared for. It has made me a stronger person though, made me realize that relationships come and go but true friends are around forever. I know one thing, life is great, ain't no stopping me now! I'm adding some pictures we took yesterday, I think it's finally sinking in that I'm a normal size. Laissez les bon temps rouler! "Let the Good Times Roll" http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/022007DB2.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007in24pants.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007handsup1.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007.jpg http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a269/rosesmosaicsandmore/Dana022007handsup1-1.jpg Hugs, Dana

Hi, Dana! Wow you look great! I still come around and read posts, but I rarely actually post myself. I can not figure out the new profiles! I switched mine, so it is now all messed up! I just wanted to say how good you look. I sooo agree about life being so much better! I am so healthy now. Still staying about 150-155, size 8 bottoms, 10 tops. I am getting married! Can you believe it! I live on a 100 acres farm with horses,, cows, chickens.......I am so active and happy. I really need to change my picture, but can't get that to work. Sigh.........I need to take the time to figure it all out. Here is a link about my wedding, there are pictures there so you can see how I look now. You missy are absolutely amazing! Beautiful inside and out! Hugs, Susan http://www.austinweddingday.com/couplespages/home.asp It will ask for a last name, type in Wuthrich. The password is JimmySusan

Susan Congrats on your upcoming wedding. You guys look so happy. ~Ginny

LOL do you feel like you are being stalked by me today? Congrats again my friend. Keep up the great work....I cheated didn't do the liquid tonight, had scallops but thats it tomorrow I will have IRON for breakfast lunch and dinner, takes all day for my IV and I won't want food just sleep when I get home so starting manana I do liquids only for 3 days. Hope you are feeling better tonight. Oh by the way, got a denial for my thigh lift. So I guess they made up my mind for me...though I think the dr's office already put in a appeal. My denial letter said it was in refernce to my tummy tuck...duh they are a little late, like 8 months. Gor two letters for the same denial...go figure.

Dana, I know what you mean! It has been a great experience and one that I would do over in a heartbeat. Congratulations to us both....today is my 2nd Anniversary. I feel like in celebrating and buying yet more clothes! Take care! And here's to another year to come! Di

Ohh my gosh...I am SOOOOOOOOOOOO sorry that I missed this post!! Congratulations to you on your 2nd birthday!! You look FABULOUS!!!! Glad to hear that all is well!! Lisa