4 year birthday

So today is my 4 year anniversary.

Today is the 4 year anniversary of my RNY.  It was clearly one of the most significant days of my life.  It was a long journey getting to that point.  Like others on this board, I had done every fad diet known to man.  It took me some time to get to that decision but once I got there, it was a mission that I needed to complete.  It took me about 10 months to get from the information session to the actual surgery.  I did get to the goal that the doctor had for me, but not my own personal goal.  I am down 115 pounds and have learned to be happy with where I am.  Would I love to start losing again – sure.  My body has decided that this weight is good for me.  But I have learned how to maintain where I am and my weight no longer rules my life.  My sugar is now normal – that took some time to get under control.  Blood pressure and cholesterol are now under control with minimal medication.  Exercise is now an important part of my life.  I am lucky in that I do dump on sugar so that keeps me in check.  However, when I go out with friends, no one can tell that I have had GB as I have learned how to live with my adjusted insides.  Old friends forget that I even had the surgery other than the fact that I am no longer heavy.  New friends are surprised when they see one of the few before pictures.  I am in the final stages of my plastics work.  That has been an interesting journey that I never thought that I would take.  But I love the fact that my body now looks more appropriately proportioned.  I started with the worst parts and am working my way through some additional work once I saw what these wonderful PS can do. I spent the evening with some old friends - they are friends of mine no matter what I weigh.  They are true friends.  But I am much happier being my lighter weight and being with them.  It seems that my life is more satisfying being the thinner me and enjoying my old friendships.  I am so looking forward to the next years of my life.  I hope that my ability to stay at my current weight continues.  Good luck to everyone who is out there at my timeframe.

JoAnn

What a wonderful success story!  Thank you so much for sharing it.

Always good to hear testimonies from those who have maintained over time. Glad to hear you are doing well!

Happy Surgiversary....

Congrats on your success and triumph.  It is good to hear from someone who has gone through and been successful. You hear so many horror stories.

I wish you continued success and joy... you have earned it.....

Thanks for sharing. Congrats with your 4 years! You are an inpiration.

Thanks for sharing this!  You sound so healthy and are an inspiration!