Anita, I can totally relate to this.... For months i was kicking myself in the butt because i had gained weight! I gained 12 pounds! But evening weighing 169 as of this morning, i still see myself as fat, and huge. I think that it will take awhile for our brains to catch up with our bodies in terms of our apperance. When i look in the mirror i try really hard to see the girl stnading there in the mirror and not what i think i look like but what i actually do look like. This helps but is scarey the first time i did it i didnt know who was looking back at me , and it freaked me out ! alot! but i take it slow. you will get to where you are suppose to be you jsut need to give yourself time! Hugs! Danielle

Thanks Christy. You look awesome! Happy anniversary! Pam

I have my WLS on 4/21/2005. It proved to be the most amazing day of my life, second only to the day I gave birth to my daughter. I was 255 pounds, had a BMI of 42.3, was on high blood pressure meds, was about to start taking high cholesterol meds, couldn't climb a flight of stairs w/o losing my breath and felt like life was passing me by. Fast forward 365 days: I'm 154 pounds, have a BMI of 26, lost 5 pants sizes, 3 bra cup sizes, 1/2 a shoe size, have perfect BP readings, according to my surgeon, I have the "cholesterol of a newborn," and routinely climb 12 flights of stairs rather than wait for the elevator when I'm at work. My self-esteen is back, I can chase my daughter around, play in the park with her, and have never felt better. For me, it's not about looking better, it's about feeling healthy and teaching these habits to my daughter. Life is no longer passing me by, I'm living every minute to the fullest. I thank my lucky stars for Dr. Piotr Gorecki and his team. They are nurturing, knowledgable and compassionate. I thank my friends and family for supporting me. I thank my husband and my parents who helped me get through some tough times and through some minor complications. I also thank God, for watching out for me on the fateful day one year ago, when I took a drastic step to help save my life. I wish all the April babies continued success, L*

Teresa, I loved reading your profile. You are remarkable!!! You need to add some pics! Judy

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! My anniverary was yesterday and I know just how you feel. This is an amazing journey. Keep up the good work. Marcia