January 5th here I come!

[Netherfield 5]

I am excited for you, especailly since I was sleeved about a year before you will be. I had surgery Jan 6, 2009. I'm now down 108 lbs, am able to exercise a lot, fit into clothes I never thought I would. I hoped I would, but I never could imagine it. There are a lot of changes in store for you the next year, not just your stomach size and body size, but other intangible things. One thing I realized is that I never was sick in the year 2009 (I know the year's not over yet, but...) obviously my body and whole system is healthier and stronger than it used to be.

I'll let you know the first weeks are definitely a drag...well, it's a drag to about week 5 or 6 but it does pass! It won't last forever, and it's very satisfying to see the scale move down, down, down.

Try to remember to not get too frustrated with surviving on clears, or not being able to eat during those early weeks. And don't wig out dealing with stalls. Best to expect them from time to time -- you'll get through them! And for sure follow the plan your surgeon or weight loss coordinator has given you.

Best of luck and health to you!

[angel96049 1]

Netherfield,

Wow, you are doing great! Just to think that a year from now I could be 100 pounds lighter is so exciting! I can't wait to be where you are now. There are so many things that I can't wait to do (go to a a Water park, run/crawl around with my daughter, go hiking, go to the lake, wear shorts, etc.) I hope I have a great success story to tell others soon to inspire them like you have me...thank you!