maryk
Long overdue Update
May 23, 2011
May 28, 2011I just received an email from OH celebrating my anniversary...7 years! In one respect I feel bad that it took an email to remind me I had long since stopped updating. On the other hand I guess it is a testament to how I am involved in life, which wasn't the case prior to the bypass.
Seven years out, wow! I have had all the normal setbacks and challenges life brings with it. My weight is still a good healthy level. Through the past few of years some 20 pounds have crept back, but I still maintain a 220# loss. Now I am like every "normal person" struggling to lose those impossible 20#s.
I have had different plastic surgeries to deal with the excess skin. After a panniculectomy I decided to get a complete tummy tuck to tighten and contour tummy. A couple of years after that I had a breast reduction which was covered by insurance due to the volume and rashes. While there I decided to address my arms on my own. So happy with it all. Of course I never claim to be 62 year old playboy material but my self image has been the biggest improvement.
To those who are in the beginning stages of the journey and wonder what it will be like long term...my advice...
Remember this is a lifetime committment. You need to commit DAILY to maintaining your hard work and the gift you have been given. Easy? Trust me, not always. Will you struggle? For sure- those demons are still there waiting for you to revert to your old ways. I think we have all heard or seen the stories of those who have gained much back. It doesn't have to be you. The tools of balanced meals, countinual exercise, and addressing the emotional triggers can keep you successful and more importantly...alive.
Good luck one and all!
0 Comments
About Me
Palmale, CA
Location
23.1
BMI
Surgery
05/21/2004
Surgery Date
May 31, 2004
Member Since
Before & After
rollover to see after photo
378??lbs
215#lbs
