Shelley J.
2 year surgiversary
Feb 05, 2009
It has been 2 years since my surgery and I felt compelled to write an update for the pre-ops out there wondering what it is like after this much time. I have to say - life is good. I have maintained the same weight now for over a year (140) which is a total loss of 145 lbs. I vary 2 lbs either way but generally end up back in the same spot. I went from a size 22-24 to a size 6-8 and have learned to love shopping again - okay...I am a shop-a-holic. Buying clothes was never so much fun.I do have excess skin that I would love to get rid of with plastics, but to date, I haven't been able to get that done. Big changes in life (such as a move across country) have limited my ability to do so. Though it is hard to feel completely "new" with the signs of the old me literally "hanging" around - I cannot complain. My current state was only a dream 2 years ago.
I have referred a number of people to this site as I found it immensly helpful over the past 3 years as I prepared for surgery, was denied, appealed, approved, got a date, was a recent post-op up, and even until this very day. The wealth of knowledge, as well as the support offered here, is unparallelled. I highly recommend reading profiles and getting tapped into your local message board in addition to meeting people face-to-face when possible. Support is a HUGE factor in one's success. There are those days when you ask yourself - what am/was I thinking??? - but those pass by quickly when you can connect with those who fully understand.
I still eat limited amounts of food - still have to wait between eating and drinking and have not been the best with my vitamins/protien. I must be honest, time makes one lazy in that regard - but I know it is necessary and continue to work to "get back on track" in that regard. The diversity of my diet is lacking at times as I seem to go back to what I know works without issue. There is still no bread, rice, pasta - however crackers work. I am unique in that regard as I understand many can and have transitioned into these items without issue - even before their 1 year mark. But why fight it right? Carbs were always a difficulty for me and I don't want to get back into old habits. I think I dumped once (NOT pleasant) - but in 2 years - I have to say that is good. I have no issues with sugar and chocolate is still an option - not in ANY way as it used to be - but I can have some and be okay.
Many friends have been made here and I hope that everyone reading this is doing well on their journey. It is tough at times - but so worth it.
Best to all!
Shelley J.
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About Me
Clinton, MS
Location
21.9
BMI
Surgery
02/05/2007
Surgery Date
Surgeon
May 29, 2006
Member Since