It's amazing how many good habits that everyone has now obtained since having this surgery. Can't imagine anyone thinking that it's not worth the risk and more to go through with this surgery. I just want to Thank you for taking the time to anwser these questions. I'm impressed with fmy ellow April Surgery Mates. Wish I could say I was as faithful as all of you guys. I realize that I am going to have to work a little harder and be a little more deligent and serious about changing my old ways. It's a positive thing to see so much hard work paying off for everyone of us. I wish you all continued success at losing the weight and fighting the food demons that seem to plague us all on occasion. Hoping and praying for the angels to show them selves on a regular basis. Big round of applause for everyone for a very productive and positive year.

Height: 5' 6" Highest Weight- 340 lbs Day of Surgery Weight: 340 lbs Six Month Weight: 234 One Year Weight: 172 Weight Right now: 156 Best Health Habit that you have acquired since surgery? Daily vitamins, almost daily protien shake, eating smaller portiens The Worst Habit that you still possess even after surgery that you know you shouldn't? I still try and eat when I'm upset. Still eat fast food and still eat sugar in very tiny amounts. During your 1st six months did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything or for the most part everything that your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time My Anwser: B During the 1st year did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything or for the most part everything that your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fiend all the time My Anwser: B - sometimes, are worse than others, I'll usually have a few bad days and then can get back on track. Do you feel that these habits have slowed down your progress? No Do you exercise on a regular basis (meaning at least 3 times a week)? No, but I signed up for a Tai Chi and swimming class and I'm planning on making that my mission in life. Have you had plastic surgery as of yet? No, I have my first consultation July 5th Did you lose more weight after the surgery? N/A Did you lose in clothing size after the surgery? N/A What is your worst issue regarding excess skin? Infections one my butt and thighs, waist is bigger then my butt, boobs sagging, hurts my back and shoulders When do you feel it appropriate (lbs loss or % loss) to contact the plastic surgery? I think I've lost just about all I'm going to and I'm consulting them now. It may be 6 months before I have the time saved up to take off for the surgery. What's the most positive thing to come out of having this surgery for you? Feeling like a person again. What's the most negative thing that has resulted from having this surgery for you? Nothing. On a scale from 1-10 How would you rate your use of your new TOOL 9 Dianne 340/156

Height: 5' 4" Highest Weight- 231 lbs Day of Surgery Weight: 221 lbs Six Month Weight: ? One Year Weight: 125 give or take 2 lbs Weight Right now: 120 lbs give or take 2 lbs Best Health Habit that you have acquired since surgery? Eating better choices and stopping when I feel full The Worst Habit that you still possess even after surgery that you know you shouldn't? DIET COKE and too many carbs, carbs are easier at work because I know I can continue to work without dumping......too risky to chance still getting sick at work.... During your 1st six months did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything or for the most part everything that your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fend all the time A. Although I did test things, everything was allowed, but sometimes I tested them too early. During the 1st year did you? A. Follow instructions and do everything or for the most part everything that your physician instructed. B. Occasionally eat something that wasn't that good for you C. Cheat like a fend all the time B. I will admit it the longer away from my date, the more I tried new things, some not all good for me!! Do you feel that these habits have slowed down your progress? No, I don't think I need to loose anymore weight. Do you exercise on a regular basis (meaning at least 3 times a week)? No, I sadly admit to not exercising like I should. Have you had plastic surgery as of yet? Not yet, but it is hard living in Japan! Did you lose more weight after the surgery? Did you lose in clothing size after the surgery? What is your worst issue regarding excess skin? After loosing all this weight I still can not wear junior size shorts because they are too short.....my excess skin on my thighs and butt are too gross!! Never mind wearing a bathing suit without shorts!!! Maybe one day... When do you feel it appropriate (lbs loss or % loss) to contact the plastic surgery? When you are satisfied with your loss and feel the time is right for you....Although I would give it at least a year to see how much you will loose and where you need it most!!! What's the most positive thing to come out of having this surgery for you? The way I feel everyday with the confidence I have gained!! What's the most negative thing that has resulted from having this surgery for you? Nothing for me!! On a scale from 1-10 How would you rate your use of your new TOOL? 8 it still keeps me in line when I do things I shouldn't, but allows me to try a little of everything!!! Thanks I really enjoyed reading and answering this poll!! Lori 231/120 past goal

Hey Lori I too probably have eaten about 5 ounces. That is usually when I am some where and not able to weigh my food. I guess I worry more about long term-has my pouch stretched because I weigh by weight and not volume (fluid ounces) I'll just keep doing what I am doing. Well I guess we must be doing ok, look at our results so far. You have made your personal goal weight, that is so awesome. I am still 8 pounds away from my personal goal weight and 18 from my ultimate. Mechelle 283/148/140(really want 130)

Reading your post I must be eating like a pig. I used to weigh my meat at 3 ounces, then I tablespoon of what ever else we had. I pretty much stick with that, I will look at my fist and only eat a piece the size of that. I know I easily ate a 4 ounce crabcake the other day and about 1/3 of a salad. I think I am eating no more than 5 ounces per meal. Lori Starting weight 258 Personal goal weight 148 Current weight 144 Ultimate weight 140