today's my 3 year surgiversary

Laura A.
on 3/20/09 2:49 am - Manteca, CA

I can hardly believe it's been 3 years!!!

I have to thank everyone here for the success I've had with WLS. In the beginning, I did wonder if I was going to be the person that couldn't get it right after so many other failed attempts at trying to lose weight. But you all, with your support and encouragement, food ideas and exercise motivations are a HUGE part of my success.

I came to the boards embarrased to say out loud that I weighed just shy of 300 pounds. But everyone welcomed me with open arms and kind words. With your help, I lost 165 pounds and have been maintaining for almost 2 years now.

There are times I like to think I'm the same person I've always been, just thinner....but that's not really true. Losing weight has made me more confident and self assured. I'm much more willing to try new things and I think I'm a "friendlier person" for the simple fact I just feel better about myself....and can honestly say I LIKE myself now!!!

I tend to be a lurker on the boards anymore...not that I mean to, but it just happens. I think about all of you that have been such positive role models for all of us here.....Thank you sooo much!!!

Hugs to all of you....

Laura A. 5'3" BW299/CW135

madame_butterfly
on 3/20/09 2:59 am - Where the Sun Shines, CA

RNY on 11/13/06

Hi Laura,
CONGRATULATIONS ON A JOB WELL DONE!!!
We know that losing the weight is difficult and then when we're at goal it's a day to day watch to maintain our success. It never ends.

CONGRATULATIONS again, as you have much to be proud of!
Kim

highest :313 | current :124 | low goal :145 | lowest: 118

SUNRAY
on 3/20/09 3:45 am - Sacramento, CA

RNY on 03/16/09

Congratulations Laura! 165lbs and maintaining...what an achievement. I think we have all learned how to lose the weight..many times over LOL But to maintain...that is the dream of all of us...to just keep off what we have shed. Way to go! I look forward to meeting you soon!
Nancy aka Sunray

243.0/213.0/141/130 Highest/Surgery/Current/Goal

Katt M.
on 3/20/09 5:52 am - Fontana, CA

RNY on 04/29/08

Congratulations Laura!!! Woooohooooooo!!!

~Katt~ Obesity Help Support Group Leader
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/abetterclassoflosers/
Sexy isn't a look, it's a state of mind. ~Me~
How people treat you is their karma; how you react is yours. ~Dr. Wayne Dyer~

seasheleyes
on 3/20/09 5:54 am - Manteca, CA

RNY on 12/03/07

Wow Laura! I can't believe that it's been three years already! You look absolutely wonderful- and I've seen you when you were both thick and thin! You are an inspiration to me! Happy Surgiversary!
Julia