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"When we stop running away from the situation that is scary - that is the moment we discover how strong we really are. So, acknowledge your strength...rejoice in it...and start breathing in life, as the beautiful, strong soul (being) that you truly are." - Rachna Sirtaj.......Love & Peace
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
My sleeve was on April16, 2010...I am 19 mths postop.
I live in Ionia County..about 40 min or so east of Grand Rapids. I have been to Cedar Springs many times..used to live in Stanwood and Big Rapids..not too far from there..and used to work in Cedar Springs for Thermal Tec.
Thanks Vicky!!! You are so right about keeping a close watch on it. I have regained some weight back and had to work really hard to take it back off. It is very easy to fall back into old habits and let it creep back up.... I weigh myself every other day and sometimes every day to make sure it is not going up. That seems to work for me.... Not for everyone though. Good Luck on your journey I am sure you will be very successful.... Happy Holidays to you too...
HUGS,
Shawn - Lap RNY 11/16/06
319/169/185/204 - 5' 7" Starting/Goal/Lowest/Current
It's still a daily choice so well done!
I'm only 3 months post op but determined to not regain.
After so many years of being obese I can't imagine having
this wonderful opportunity to lose so much weight only to regain it again.
I'm going to be keeping a close watch on the scales.
Happy Holidays to you and yours!
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
How about those of you who have had surgery at Grand Health Partners
or live in mid west Michigan post our pics and updates here?
AND! Where do you live?
I live in Cedar Springs/Nelson Township north of Grand Rapids.
Would love to get a support group going in north Kent County.
I had a VSG August 30th with Dr. Kemmeter who totally ROCKS!
Such a nice man!!
I'm currently 3 months post-op and have lost 50 lbs so far. See my before pics on my profile page. Here's my most recent pic taken on Thanksgiving. Love my sleeve! Hope everybody had a great Thanksgiving!
VSG Aug. 30, 2011 HW 266 SW 249 GW 166 lbs.
Thanks so much Gary!!! I don't feel like an inspiration, but if I get some fire going in at least one person, then I guess that makes a difference..... You are not a slacker, the board is just unbelievably slow lately... I try and check it regularly but I get busy with other things just like everyone else does.....
I still can't believer that it has been 5 years!!!! I hope I can continue to do great and inspire others....
Thanks again Gary.....
HUGS,
Shawn - Lap RNY 11/16/06
319/169/185/204 - 5' 7" Starting/Goal/Lowest/Current
Thanks Jody!!! All those ups and downs are definitely worth it.... That is for sure....
I know all too well abou****ching those around me gorge into the food.... Even being 5 years out it still amazes me how much others can eat, even my 12 year old eats way more than me.... Heck I completely turned down any pumpkin pie this year too... and I totally LoVE the stuff.... I gave up my piece so that my son could have a 2nd one... LOL.....
HUGS and Thanks again!!!!
Shawn - Lap RNY 11/16/06
319/169/185/204 - 5' 7" Starting/Goal/Lowest/Current
Thanks Jean!!!! Holidays are always tough, but I find that I am usually so busy that I actually drop a few pounds... Never used to though... LOL....
HUGS,
Shawn - Lap RNY 11/16/06
319/169/185/204 - 5' 7" Starting/Goal/Lowest/Current
Anyway, congratulations on 5 yrs. You are doing great and inspiring others.
Gary
