Surgery completed, I'm on the losing side.

I had my surgery 4 days after school was out, only 2 weeks ago. I'm feeling AWESOME!!! I get to start on stage two of my diet tomorrow and am looking forward to chewing again. I'm glad I chose to have my surgery over the summer so I can focus on my new lifestyle and family right now. But, if you choose to have this surgery during the school year, you'll be fine to go back to work in a week. I was ready to get up and about within that first week. I went to Super Walmart 3 days out. I would have gone at 2 days out, but I had a fever the day after my surgery and they kept me one extra day. I can't wait to walk into school in August and everyone see a healthier, thinner, and happier me. Good Luck to those of you having your surgery soon. To those who are just beginning this journey I hope yours is as smooth and joyful as mine has been. Christie

Dear Christie, I was very encouraged by your post....I am anticipating being up and around quickly....and would like to attend a reading/writing workshop in New York 2 weeks post op. Your experience sounds fabulous...I hope for the same speedy healing. How's the weight loss? Mary

Hi Mary, I'm almost 6 weeks out now and still feeling great. I have lots of energy and have started riding my bike dailly, doing floor exercises, and walking. I have not been losing as fast as most do, but that is ok as long as I continue to lose and feel this great. I'm down around 23lbs. When is your surgery? Good Luck on your journey. Christie