Good morning everyone!
I had my 1 year check-up on Tuesday, May 5. That date is actually 2 weeks before my anniversary date of May 19. But I got a clean bill of health and got some interesting information as well as several questions answered. I have lost a total of 80 pounds and I have stalled out. Which is okay, I guess, I weigh 160 pounds and am a size 7/8. Not too shabby if I do say so myself. My original goal for myself was to get to 140 but at this point I would be happy just losing another 10 pounds and weighing in at 150. Actually, I think I could lose that 10 pounds with some plastic surgery. But since that is not possible in the near future, I will keep working on it myself.
There are a lot of things I need to work on as far as my daily routine. I lost sight of my goals for a while and am hopefully getting to where I can put them back at the top of my "list". Generally I feel good but I am fighting a lot of depression. Family issues, money issues, work issues, the list could go on and on. One day at a time is the best I can do at this point.
I have not been very active here at DS, lately but I hope to remedy that! I need all the support I can get!! And I have made some of the most wonderful friends here. My first goal here is to try to update once a week. I believe that will help me.
Well, my best to you all!
Hugs~Vicki






Hi Vicki
It was good to hear from you and get an update. I just had my 18-month checkup and like you everything went well. I have lost a total of 134 lbs to date but I still have another 30 or 40 to go. My doctor wants me at 150 but I am thinking that is pretty unrealistic!!! I weigh 202 lbs right now (starting weight 326).
I have also plautaued and have not lost any weight in about the last three months. I am increasing my protein intake and decreasing my carb intake. My surgeon wants me to make an appointment with the hospital dietician to see if she can maybe suggest some foods to jump start my weight loss once again.
It will be good to follow your progress in the coming weeks.
Debbie
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