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Life continues to be great.  I had gained about 30 pounds but have taken off most of it.  I am now weighing around 170.  I still can't believer how amazing this surgery is & how much it can change your life.  I feel blessed that I was able to have the surgery as well as a panniculectomy.  I can now wear bikini underwear.  My goal was to be able to wear Victoria's Secret matching panties & bra.............. well I have been there awhile & it feels great.

If you're thinking about having this surgery, by all means I would recommend it!

October 21, 2007

I have been terrible about posting updates.  It's just that life keeps me busy now that I feel better.  I went to Salt Lake City to a nursing conference the end of September.  Had a great time.  Really felt like enjoying myself.  Staying busy at work.  I have lost 134 pounds.  Am wearing a size 12 in most clothes.  I'm not losing any, but fluctuating back and forth over the same 3 pounds.  I guess that's pretty normal.

August 31, 2007
I am doing great.  I have lost 133 pounds as of today & am wearing size 12 shorts.  I still can't believe it.  I have been so blessed.

August 7, 2007
I saw Dr. Steely yesterday.  Since I was NPO already, they decided to go ahead & do an EGD.  That looked ok so he then ordered a Barium swallow with small bowel follow through.  That stuff tastes NASTY.  They I had to have repeat films every 15 minutes.  I didn't get out of there until after 7 pm.  I guess I will hear about the results of that soon.  I really don't think they will find anything wrong since my stomach looked ok with the scope.  I'm quite a zombie today.... I guess the lingering drugs they used. 

August 5, 2007
Things are going well.  I have lost 132 pounds.  I am having some epigastric "discomfort".  I will see my surgeon tomorrow.  It isn't severe by any means, but I think I might have some gastritis.  Better to be safe than sorry, so I'll see Dr. Steely tomorrow.  I can now fit into a size 12 (snuggly), but that is so awesome.  I can only recall one very brief time as a teenager that I was this small.  Steve is doing great too.  He has lost over 70 pounds & doesn't have much more to lose.  We are busy with the kids going back to school this week.  Meghann is a senior & Logan will be in 8th grade.  I expect that we'll have a very, very busy school year.  I am taking 2 classes right now for my Bachelors program.  I will graduate in December & plan to start a online Masters program in nursing in January.   I'm chilling today..... been to church, lunch & am getting ready for a much needed nap.  The boys are singing all day, Meg is at work.  Lukas (our sweet puppy) and I are going to take a nap!  Have a GREAT week everyone!

July 13, 2007
Happy Anniversary to me!!  Today is my 1 year surgery anniversary.  I have lost 130 pounds.  My husband fusses at me because I don't count from my highest weight of 306 (which would make it a loss of 141).  It has been an exciting, blessed year.  I am now wearing a size 12-14 pant, size XL tops.  This surgery has enabled me to get my life back.  I feel good, have more energy, I can do so many things that I haven't been able to do in such a long time.  I'm still working on getting my B12 level back up, but can tell that it is already better...... I am less tired already.  My husband is nearly 3 months post-op and is doing awesome.  He has lost over 50 pounds and is looking & feeling great!  The Lord has blessed us with this opportunity to get back into the game of life.  Praise Him!

July 4, 2007
Happy 4th of July everyone.  As of this morning, I have lost 129 pounds.  It is still coming off very slowly at this point, but I'm still pleased.  I am still quite tired due to my B12 level being low.  I'm still taking extra shots to get it up.

June 29, 2007
Have lost 128 pounds as of today!  Yeah!  My hubby bought me 6 or 7 new outfits today.  They are so cute.  I really needed some clothes.  He is doing great after his surgery & has lost 45 pounds in 3 months.

June 23, 2007
Finally another pound.  Up to 127 pounds.  Yeah!

June 21, 2007
I returned to see Dr. Steely today for my check up.  It has been just over 11 months since my surgery.  My official weight loss at his office wsa 126 pounds.  WOW!!  My B12 level is WAY LOW.  I'm getting shots every 2 weeks for a month or so.  I've also been taking sublingual B12 to supplement.

June 3, 2007
Well, I haven't written in a while, but I fussed at my dear friend Janie, so I thought I might catch up too!  It's been a beautiful weekend.  Yesterday I just chilled, ran around & just relaxed.  In the evening, we went to my Sister's house to swim (our pool still has cloudy water).  Today was church.  Some friends visited & we took them out to lunch at O'Charley's.  We also ran into a dear friend, Janie.  She has also had RNY & is looking great.  It was so good to see her & the family.   As far as the weight loss, I'm at a standstill, but that's ok.  I've come such a long way & feel so much better. 

May 20, 2007
I've lost 126 pounds.  It is definitely coming off much slower, but I'll take that!  I washed & cleaned out my car today, worked in the yard & around the house.  It was a beautiful day.

May 13, 2007
Happy Mother's Day to everyone.  If your Mother is still with you, take every moment to enjoy that time.  I wish my Mom was here to celebrate my weight loss with me.  She would be so proud.  I have lost 125 pounds as of today.  I haven't seen that weight since I was a teenager.   Steve is doing great after his surgery.  He has lost 26 pounds in a little over 2 weeks.  You can really tell a difference with each passing day.  I'm so proud for him & know that he is feeling better already.

April 28, 2007
It's been a busy last few days.  My husband had Lap RNY 2 days ago.  He is doing well, actually much better than I did post op.  I'm so glad he is feeling good.  He did drink too much today & quickly learned how miserable that can be.  I have lost 123 pounds as of today.  Steve will get to come home tomorrow.

April 22, 2007
It's been a beautiful day in the 80's.  Went to church, had some lunch at Applebee's then came home & washed & shined up my car.  That's something that I wouldn't have been able to do if it weren't for my surgery.  My usual after church routine was lunch & NAP!!!  It is such a awesome feeling to be able to enjoy life & not feel exhausted all the time.  Please pray for my husband Steve.  He is scheduled for RNY this Thursday.  He's got "the crud", so we're trying to nurse him back to health so they don't postpone his surgery.  Even though he took care of me when I had my surgery, I think that he is rather nervous.  I know that God will see him through as he did me.  Haven't lost any more weight this week.

April 16, 2007
We had a GREAT time in Cancun.  It was so beautiful there.  I didn't even gain weight!!  There was a lot of walking, but I didn't have the usual foods to eat as I do at home.  My 1st stop when we got home was Applebees so that I could have some soup & normal tea!!  Had to go back to work today & school tonight.  121 pounds down now. Yesterday I bought my 1st pair of size 14 jeans........ WOW, from a size 26/28!!  : )

April 5, 2007
It's crazy around here trying to get everything ready to leave tomorrow for Cancun.  I have lost 119 pounds.  I'm sure I won't lose while I'm gone!!  Great news yesterday, my husband got approved to have RNY.  He had a Lap Band nearly 2 years ago but hasn't made the anticipated progress with it.  I'm so excited for him.  Maybe we'll both feel like real people again.  We have a close friend that is having her surgery on Tuesday.  Steve's surgery is scheduled for April 26.  Keep us in your prayers while we are out of town & for Steve's upcoming surgery.

April 1, 2007
We had our 2nd of 6 Easter Drama performances tonight.  They have been awesome & the presence of God was truly there.  I finally bought my swimsuit for Cancun.  I chose a dress style so that it would cover my "roll".  It's cute though with white polka dots on black.  I've got a very busy week ahead with work, getting ready for Cancun & 2 more Easter Drama performances.  I'll be so exhausted when I get to Cancun that I'll definitely need a rest!  We are so excited about the trip.

March 29, 2007
I have now lost 118 pounds.  I'm still trying to find clothes and a swimsuit to wear to Cancun next week. 

March 24, 2007
I went to Gallatin to surprise my dear friend Janie who had gastric bypass on March 19.  She is doing GREAT.  I am so proud of her.  She is getting around much better than I did 5 days out.  She has already lost 12 pounds.  I am so happy that she can now look forward to feeling good and enjoying her family & job.  I love you Janie and it was wonderful to get to visit.


March 23, 2007
Spring is here & it is wonderful to feel good!  I've been tanning to get ready for our Cancun trip.  We are so excited.  Of course I have had to buy a new summer wardrobe for the trip.  I still haven't found the "right" swimsuit.  I am enjoying my new convertible..... today it was up to 81 degrees.  I have lost 116 pounds and weighed 178.8 this morning.

March 17, 2007
I have lost 114 pounds.  I'm working on buying some new summer outfits for our trip to Cancun.  We are all so excited about the trip.  I'm still trying to find a bathing suit that will work with my hanging belly.  Oh well, it still is better than before my surgery

February 26, 2007
My husband & I had a wonderful trip to Boston.  Our flight ended up getting cancelled yesterday because of the weather in Philadelphia.  We had to stay an extra night & were able to fly home today.  Boy were we exhausted.  We did get another hotel room at the Harborside Hyatt near the airport.  We paid a little extra to have an AWESOME view of Boston across the harbor.  It was breathtaking at night!  I was afraid to weigh today after eating too much all week, but I must have shocked my system.........I had lost 3 pounds.  I now weigh 183.8 and have lost 111 pounds.  I still can't believe the wonderful results from this surgery.  I was truly blessed to be able to have it.  I feel like a new person.  My husband, who had the lapband nearly 2 years ago, is now considering having it too.  The lapband certainly hasn't worked as well as he had hoped.  He has several health issues (pulmonary hypertension, asthma) that would certainly benefit from him getting the extra weight off.  It's good to be home.  We missed the kids and Lukas, our puppy.  He is still pouting that we had him boarded for 6 days!  I also just recalculated my BMI, I am now officially just overweight with a BMI of 29.6!!  I was nearly 50 in the beginning at 49.4!

February 17, 2007
I have now lost 108 pounds and weigh 187.  My husband & I are going to Boston to a nursing conference.  I am looking forward to getting away.  The best part will be that I feel so much better and will be able to enjoy the trip, not just going for the sake of going.  Steve will turn 40 while we are gone.

February 7, 2007
105 pounds as of today.  I have finally gotten down to the 180's!!  It's been a long time since I've seen those numbers!! 

February 4, 2007
I have lost 104 pounds as of today.  It is still coming off rather slowly right now, which is to be expected at this point.  I still need to exercise, just can't find enough hours in a day!  Have been extremely busy at work & getting ready to go to a conference in Boston at the end of the month.

January 21, 2007
As of today, I have lost 102 pounds.  It is so weird how you can stall for over a week, then lose 2 or 3 pounds in a matter of days.  I'll take it though!!

January 20, 2007
I made it!!  I have lost 100 pounds!  This surgery has been such a blessing for me.  I have a chance to live a healthier life.  One that I can enjoy.  God is Good....... all the time!

January 13, 2007
99 pounds today!!!  I'm almost to that big milestone.

January 12, 2007
98 pounds lost as of today.  Awesome!!

January 8, 2007
I'm down 97 pounds as of today.  WOW!  I have almost reached that 100 pound  mark.  Now I just  need to get serious about exercising.  We are taking the kids to Cancun for spring break in April & I want to look my best in a swimsuit.