3 YEAR SURGIVERSAY

Feb 19, 2012

 Hey everyone,

Its been a while since I've updated my info.  I completely forgot that today was my surgiversay until I got an email from the Obesity Help website.  

3 years ago, Feb 19 I had the gastric bypass surgery.  Today I couldn't be happier.  My starting weight was 299.  Today I am 136 lbs.  I went from a size 26 down to a size 5.  I feel like I can't even remember being a big person.  It's amazing how good I feel and how many things have changed.

In November 2010 I got pregnant and had a beautiful baby girl.  Today she is 16 months old and a complete handful.  She is the greatest gift of this surgery.  I don't think I would have had a successful pregnancy without the help of the gastric bypass.  Not to mention I definately wouldn't be able to keep up with her today.  If there are any apprehensive people out there I would say that the gift of children is reason enough to have the surgery.  

I also recently just got hired as a flight attendant which was always my dream job.  Again something I wouldn't have been able to do as a large person.  I am actually one of the smallest people in my class.  Can you believe that?  I've never been the smallest person anywhere.....hahahaha.  People constantly tell me how skinny I am and that I'm so thin and beautiful.  

I want to say that I don't believe looks are everything.  it's definately the person inside that counts, but we live in a shallow, egotistical society.  We are constantly being judged.  This surgery has definately changed my life in so many ways.  I wouldn't change anything for the world.

As of today I pretty much eat anything I want, but in moderation.  I probably eat about the same amount as my 1 year old.  I still don't do well with sugars so I stay away from desserts as much as I can.  I work out a few times a week but nothing strenuous.  I know as long as I eat right I'll maintain my weight.  

I don't mean to cut this short but I must get to sleep.  Please feel free to comment or ask qustions.  I haven't been on here in forever and would love to reconnect.  

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