B-52 7,113 Posted December 27, 2015 This was me, about 8 years ago? Surgery was 5 years ago. Diabetic, one heart attack. (for starters) You can see why. This is me, a few days ago (Christmas Eve) with my new Grandkids (twins) I will be 64 in 2 weeks. 100+ Lbs down, feel 1/2 my age.....little or no health issues. This is my favorite time of year...the parties started a few weeks ago. At least 3-4 that were work related, plus one my Wife gave for her employees and their families. Plus it seemed as though every hospital/clinic I went to for the past 2 weeks has had some sort of in-house luncheons, etc. Then there came Christmas eve, which is a big tradition for my family, then Christmas morning at my Daughters for a large brunch... Back to our house for our Christmas dinner that evening. Today we are off to my Brother-in-laws out of state for a full day... After this, comes New Years with dinners and full days of watching College football... I'm not so concerned about gaining weight, been here before since surgery and I know my Band and how to listen to it.....what I am concerned about is all the unhealthy things I would not normally eat, not to mention the huge spike in alcohol consumption. I do not believe in New Years resolutions, but come Jan. 2, I am going on a 14 day PaleoCleanse to rid my body of all these toxins.... Christmas comes but once a year....and with my new life that surgery has given me, I am enjoying it more now than ever....(I probably would not be here without it) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dub 9,922 Posted December 27, 2015 You look like you are twenty years younger !!!! Great job. You've done an outstanding job on ensuring many, many years grandparenting those perfect little twins. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jane13 2,256 Posted December 27, 2015 @@B-52 by I agree with @@Dub, you look twenty years younger! wow!!! grandbabies are THE best Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie122 845 Posted December 27, 2015 You look great. Congratulations on sustaining your weight loss and getting healthy. The holidays are a special time to be with family ☺️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pinkgirl1234 761 Posted December 27, 2015 Those babies are too cute!!!! Congratulations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaLouBop 181 Posted December 27, 2015 @@B-52 An inspiration for sure. Thank you for all your posts. Lisa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Threetimesacharm 1,400 Posted December 27, 2015 Congratulations! You must be so proud of your accomplishments! Enjoy your family and friends! If you have time could you expand on what you will be eating during your cleanse, it sounds interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
More than this 116 Posted December 27, 2015 Congratulations!! You look terrific! So glad you are feeling healthy! Christmas holidays are tuff....all that great looking food. Thanks to our surgeries, consumption is easier to control! May the new year bring you the best!!! Twins??? Wow! You are blessed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MimiBMe 94 Posted December 27, 2015 Congratulations on your New Life, weight loss, family, fun and friends! Happy New Year! Enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McButterpants 2,846 Posted December 27, 2015 Wow - what a transformation! Congrats on your success and taking back your life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rizzle01 54 Posted December 27, 2015 Keep up the good work! You are an inspiration to some people on here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathy812 794 Posted December 28, 2015 Wowzie! You have done fantastic! Your skin is even glowing & looks healthy. Congratulations on your success and enjoy those beautiful twins & the Holidays!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustWatchMe 7,117 Posted December 28, 2015 Thank you for your pictures and for all the instructive and helpful posts you share about your life as a successful bander. You help me all the time. Merry Christmas! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyrita 188 Posted January 2, 2016 What a win you've had! Not only have you successfully lost weight but you've added healthy years to your life! Congratulations???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
