Forgot My 3 yr. WLS Anniversary!

Jackie H.
on 4/23/08 10:59 pm, edited 4/23/08 11:14 pm - Hampton Roads Area, VA
When I first had my WL surgery I was super excited and every month on the 20th I would take a picture.  At my 1 year anniversary I celebrated by getting my hair & nails done and my DH took me out dancing.  The 2nd anniversary was just as important to me because I realized that I stuck to the committment that IS Weight Loss Surgery!   This last year has been very difficult for me for one simple reason...I cannot stop losing weight!  I have a very difficult time maintaining weight and have to graze all day or else I start to drop weight again.  I'm maintaining now at 106 pounds, but NEED to gain some weight in order to have my PS done. I totally missed my anniversary this year!  Does that make me sad?  Heck No!  For me it means that I have really changed my life.  I do not dwell on food any longer, it does not rule my life.  Even though I have to graze all day to maintain, I eat only healthy foods becuse I have too!! And not for lack of me trying those tempting foods...I cannot handle sugar in any form!  Foods that are high in Carbs and Starches I cannot handle either.  So breads, rice, potatoes, pastas, desserts are all a no go for me and I'm glad!  I do miss me some Chicken & Dumplings but it's worth it to be healthy! So, I was 3 years out on April 20th.  My highest weight was 332 pounds and have lost 226 pounds!!  I have been blessed with a supportive family and great friends.  Here are  few pictures of the new me!! This is me doing my impression of "The Cap'n" http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b41/TheHallFamily1/P421002 3.jpg This is me with 3 of the BESTEST friends a girl could ask for! http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b41/TheHallFamily1/P412001 3.jpg

Maintaining @ 114lbs
Be more concerned about your character than about your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think of you.

SWEET Tink
on 4/23/08 11:16 pm
Congratulations Jackie , you are a true inspiration !!  I can relate to the weightloss . I too went through it as well . But I was able to get it under control.  I started eating more meals , and adding things like nuts.  I hope things come to some order for you on the weightloss. I know that it will .  Take care !  Hugs,  Tink

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Jen R.
on 4/23/08 11:19 pm - VA
Congrats Jackie! What a good story.  The girl on the far left in your friends pic looks like Meryl Streep!

    Jen      

 

Ms Court
on 4/23/08 11:43 pm - Remington, VA
Happy Surgiversary!!!!  Congrats on your success & thanks so much for sharing.

Courtney  305/155/150/225 high/goal/low/current 
**The devil has put a penalty on all things we enjoy in life.  Either we suffer in health or we suffer in soul or we get fat...Albert Einstein ** 

          

    

tommygirl
on 4/24/08 12:02 am
My darling daughter, you have come along way in the last 3 years.  Your dad and are so proud of you.  Thank you for being there for dad and I in our journey to weight loss. You're still our little princess. Love you mom
Lauren B
on 4/24/08 9:35 am - VA
Happy 3rd!  You are a HUGE success with a loss of 226lbs.  I hope you are able to gain those few pounds you need to have PS soon.  God, did you think you'd ever hear that?  that you NEED to gain weight.  :)

369/175/136
Highest Weight/Goal/Current Weight
233lbs LOST!!
Maintenance going strong!

 

 

 

(deactivated member)
on 4/24/08 12:32 pm - Fredericksburg, VA
RNY on 02/22/06 with

Jackie, You have done great to get to three years.....  even if you are having difficulty keeping weight on - you are such an inspiration to people! Your pictures are awesome!  You have such a great attitude!!

Form one Jackie to another - congratulations!!!! Jackie

waterlibby
on 4/24/08 12:53 pm - Hampton, VA
waterlibby
on 4/24/08 12:53 pm - Hampton, VA
WOOHOO JACKIE!!!!!
~ Ashley~ Looking for my answer, is a bit overwhelming ;) Thanks so much to all of you for sharing your experiences with me!
Kitty Kat
on 4/28/08 9:02 pm - Richmond, VA
Good am Jackie, CONGRATS on your 3 year surgiversary! What an amazing journey with many more wonderful days coming your way. Good for you! We become accustomed to our lifestyle and are in this for Life! All best!
Kitty Kat - Lap RNY 29th Jan 03
Blessed Momma to Kayla & Nora
Sober since 25th Aug 07 
www.the-butterfly-chronicles.blogspot.com
Thankful for the easy, grateful for the hard & hopeful for tomorrow.



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