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Well, I feel sort of guilty. As I tried to learn all I could about the surgery, during my recovery and as I learned I relied so much on those who had gone on before me, It brought me such joy and probably was what helped me be successful those first few months. So, I have realized that I should be here for those folks who are getting their start too. Thanks to all of you who have supported me, and to those who may need support or have questions I'm here.

Thanks and good luck!

Anna

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So glad you are back! Way to go on your weight loss! WOW~

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Congrats and welcome back. There are constantly new people...it is very busy here!!! You have done a GREAT job. Are you still losing regularly? I'm stuck at the end here...really stuck. I might have to actually EXERCISE. lol

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Hey Anna! Way to go girl! We've missed you too although I, like you, have not been nearly as participatory here as I probably should be. This board was absolutely integral to my success. I do keep the website up on my screen most of the time but I don't write as much as I should. Things were just so easy for me overall, the surgery was a breeze, the loss was a breeze and maintenance hasn't been bad at all. It would be hard for me to counsel someone having a hard time, but I would sure be happy to try.

My body found it's peace at 152 and has been staying there since October and drifts around 2-3 pounds. Life is just amazing! I know you feel the same! Don't be a stranger, woman! :)

C

p.s. I just posted a before and after photo earlier in the week; have a look! Would love to see your own!

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Okay I shall try to post pictures!

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WOWWWWWWWW!!!!! I hope you sent those to Dr. A!!!! Awesome! So proud of you, of all of us!!

C

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post-1394-13813656284796_thumb.jpg post-1394-13813656284796_thumb.jpg Okay I shall try to post pictures!

Hey Anna, I'm SOOOO glad to see you're back!! Wow those are some awesome pics and you're soooo tiny! Look at you girlie!! Please don't leave again, WE and I need all you guys. CONGRATS TO YOU!!!!!

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Welcome back.

WOW!!! Amazing pictures, you look fabulous!

I was wondering where you disappeared to...glad to have you back.

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Anna,

So glad to see your post. You look great! We have really missed you around here.

Did I mention ... YOU LOOK AWESOME!!!!!

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post-1394-13813656284796_thumb.jpg post-1394-13813656284796_thumb.jpg Okay I shall try to post pictures!

Anna, I'm soooo glad you're back -- look how fabulously you done!! You look amazing :)

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WOW CONGRATS! You look GREAT!!!!

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Anna,

I don't know if you remember me, but I was a newbie back in April of 2010. I finally got approved and had surgery in February 2011.

I know those of you who have gone on to be so successful with your weightloss are out there living your new life, but it's SO great to hear from y'all once in a while.

Congratulations and WELCOME BACK!

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Congrats Anna! You have done so well and its nice to see you back... always nice to hear from those further down the road...

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