Thanks Cassandra. It's good to hear from someone who has had something similar to SADI or SIPS.

We don't hear from many revision people on the forums.

You forgot being able to play the piano after WLS.

Your post is the funniest thing I have ever read about weight loss. It is also the truest.

After twelve years, this is the advice I would give someone who actually asked for my advice.

You need to change more than the number on the scale. Lifting weights will help some with the deflated body, but plastic surgery is the real transformer.

Keeping active, getting lots of exercise, paying attention to clothing styles, hair styles, makeup, shapewear, healthy eating, and forcing myself to get out more and associate with others, these are the things that were my life changers.

Think about movie star type people. They spend a lot of time, energy, and money to keep their glamorous looks. People are willing to invest $40,000 in a car and will make an effort to keep the car running well and looking good. I think a similar investment in plastic surgery is a wise move.

Weight loss for me was the beginning of a journey to look and feel younger. That quest continues every day. I make better choices about food, exercise, and what I will do with my time. That is what is different now.

I had this picture in my head of what I looked like at X pounds. And even though my rational brain knew damn well that I was decades older...my irrational brain still thought I would look like that again at X pounds. And, of course, I didn't.

To anyone looking in the future for those who have Peloton, just message me. Also if thinking about buying and wondering if good. They are great. I so look forward to using it, as evidenced by almost 200 rides since Thanksgiving last year.

If looking now - they are offering 30 day risk free with no shipping/delivery risk (that part is new). Also there is usually an annual sales that we(as users) mostly know. During black friday week (Monday to BF) they offer a free $250 value accessory package. I waited 3 months to get that package. Shoes, mat, heart monitor, weights. They don't offer any sales or other discounts (other than referral mentioned below)

If too far away - use my user name as a referral (SpinSkater) - you'll get $100 off accessories like shoes, etc. You can't get that extra discount during the black friday sale.

I get a free shirt for the referral, so I'm not hawking here for sure. I actually don't like the Peloton clothing - too much for the kids in styling.