9 months post surgery

cappy11448
on 2/1/14 12:54 am

Hi all,

Its my surgiversary - 9 months post op. I cannot believe how grateful I am that I did the surgery. Sometimes I say to myself "I weigh 208 pounds, and I can't believe its real." I was 385 pounds a little over a year ago.

My weight loss has slowed, so I've had to reset my thinking. Every pound lost is now to be celebrated without consideration of timing. I feel like I'm going to slowly slip into maintenance as my weight loss slows to a final stop. But that's ok. I am healthy and I am mobile, and I am so pleased with where I am.

My surgery group predicted I'd lose 50% of Excess body weight in the first 6 months and 25% in the second. They were right on for my 6 month weight. So if the one year weight is equally accurate, I'll be within 8 pounds of goal by one year.

All of you who are contemplating surgery, I just want you to know it works. For all who are in the process, take a moment and appreciate how far you've come. this is life-changing stuff!

blessings,

Carol

Surgery May 1, 2013. Starting Weight 385, Surgery Weight 333, Current Weight 160. At GOAL!

Weight loss Pre-op 1-20 2-17 3-15 Post-op 1-20 2-18 3-15 4-14 5-16 6-11 7-12 8-8

9-11 10-7 11-7 12-7 13-8 14-6 15-3 16-7 17-3 18-3

FindingMyWeigh
on 2/1/14 1:08 am

VSG on 10/30/13

Carol! OMG..that is SO amazing! Congrats and keep up the good work

katym
on 2/1/14 1:23 am - PA

VSG on 12/28/11

Hi Carol,

Congratulations! You are doing a great job and it has been encouraging to read about your determination along the way.

all the best, Katy

consult weight 241 (had not been accurately weighed for over 10 years, my medical records just said "wheelchair") high weight was probably closer to 260.

Lake-michigan-girl
on 2/1/14 1:39 am

i just have to say You look amazing! you are doing so good! Congratulations.

Kimbaru
on 2/1/14 2:34 am - WA

Great Job! You've done so well. I always look forward to your updates,

Kim

Scott S.
on 2/1/14 2:43 am - TX

Really nice post, Carol and congratulations on your 9 months!

Scot

VSG: 8/8/13

lilolovesstitch
on 2/1/14 5:39 am - Canada

VSG on 01/14/14

Congratulations on all your accomplishments. You have been doing so well, when i read your posts it confirms that this is doable. Thanks for that.

56sunShine14
on 2/1/14 7:32 am

Hi Cappy,

I just re-joined OH as I am considering removal of my lap band and having the vertical sleeve done. I am looking for post surgery members who will give me info, feelings, etc., about their experience since surgery. I would love to hear from you if you won't mind. Thanks, Sunshine

Nmmsg
on 2/1/14 8:42 am

VSG on 07/09/13

Happy Nine Month Surgiversary! You have a lot to be proud of here. I always read your posts and they ring true to me. Good luck in reaching your goals.