So this last Saturday (Sept 10) marked the 8 months post op point for me on this journey. I am still amazed at what a process it's been. I have had success well beyond my wildest dreams. As is often the case nothing is ever completely positive. There have been some bumps to work through that I never would have predicted before surgery. Primarily dealing with relationships. Relationships with both people and my relationship with food. It has been a learning experience in so many ways.

In snapshot form:

I've lost 242lbs since my first consultation on Nov 23, 2010.

I've lost 206lbs since my surgery on Jan 10, 2011

I'm now smaller than I have been since the 6th grade. I have never been this size as an adult.

I am in the smallest pants and shirts I have worn since who knows when.

I have cleaned out my closet of the old clothes and this time instead of storing them in the basement to use when the weight returns, I am getting rid of them.

I'm beginning to feel on the outside like the person I have always believed I was on the inside.

I am so fortunate that I'm still seeing benefits and confirmation, almost daily, of my choice to have the sleeve .

Thanks for reading. Take care y'all.