need feedback!

 That is awesome!!  Have you been able to maintain the weight loss?  If so - what is the secret to your success?  I always ask because I worry so much about gaining it back (many people I know have).  Thanks!  Pam

I regained the 20lbs I lost under my goal and have maintained the rest thus far ...   Up and down a few pounds over the years but work hard at not regaining a significant amount before I do something about it.

There is no secret to be honest, I eat protein first, complex and brown carbs, exercise 5 x per week, take my vites  and come here for support ...   I have had a difficult few years personally but have never used that as an excuse to let myself go!

This far out,  WLS definitely doesn't define who I am, and outside of OH I never discuss it with anyone but I am always mindful of my need to keep on top of my health.   I have had a couple of auto immune diseases for many years which I manage well, and unfortunately was diagnosed with type II diabetes in August 2010, despite being a normal weight, and with a excellent diet and exercise regime - sometimes those genes are just stronger than our lifestyle!!!   However, I am managing it well with Metformin and am hopeful that my lifestyle will keep me off insulin as long as possible.

Great work, Sin Kim! Thanks for being a great inspiration around doing what works. Simple but not easy!

Hi - I lost about 13 pounds my first month and I am averaging about 9 per month since. You're doing great!

 Thanks so much for all the feed back.... i needed it.  I feel better and yes 20 pounds is really great.  and also when i think about it shoot i havent been under 400 in about 10 years. so I will stop beating up on myself thinking im doing this wrong and just go with the flow and do my part.... it will happen for me too. thanks

Keep focused on your health first and weight second. You're doing great!