One Year Ago Today...

[Carrie T 14]

One year ago today I got on a plane to San Diego to have my VSG in Tijuana. I can't believe that was a full year ago! All I can say is...

SO FLIPPING WORTH IT!!!!!

My experience has been nothing but positive. I stuck with the post op diet, but discovered pretty quickly that I can eat and drink what ever I like. So, it still comes down to choices. It is so empowering to no longer be confused or bogged down by diet and weight thoughts. Without trying every new fad under the sun and simplifing my diet with my smaller tummy, I am now completely in tune with what I need and what I want.

The last 4 months I have been maintaining and I have let myself 'enjoy' the holidays. I didn't gain at all! To drop my last 20 pounds, I am back to Protein Shakes, bars and very low carbs. I have learned that my body goes straight into weight loss mode when I am high Protein.< /p>

A final thought...I am constantly reminding myself..."How much would I weigh and how would I feel about myself if i hadn't taken care of myself by having VSG?" That scares the heck out of me!

So...if you are on the fence, or thinking about other surgeries, please feel free to ask me any questions!

GOOD LUCK and HAPPY 2013

[abetterme4.2 268]

Thank you taking the time to post this! I love to read a success story with little to no regrets.

You're doing amazing!

[Carrie T 14]

I should have added pictures...and I'm not sure where my ticker went...

Just about 70 pounds down from my heighest weight.

[abetterme4.2 268]

Stunning!

[kortolano 100]

WOW thanks for sharing! You look great!! I am leaving for Tijuana Feb 7th! I am getting nervous so stories like this really help!

[FeeIsMe2 508]

Wow, congrats you look great!