1 year out. (Ok a tiny bit over)

[GamblinAJ 31]

So I'm just over a year from my surgery day. And just under 2 years from when I made the decision to make a life change. In October of 2014 I attended my first class about bariatric surgery. This class is the initial class that helps you decide if it is for you or not.(or to at least go on to the next step) That first day my weight was 422, and I decided to go forward with the bypass.

I had to then wait to be assigned to a class, a class that lasts 12 weeks. It tought me everything about the surgery and new life I would be expecting. This class began in January of 2015.

Well after completion in March I had lost about 10lbs to 412. Then came the long waiting period. One that they made clear. "Don't call us we will call you!" So I waited, and waited and waited some more. Then got the call the 2nd week of August, 2015. And the wheels got going and fast! Less then two weeks later I was at the hospital on August 24th having surgery.

On the day of my surgery I weighed in at 409lbs. The surgery went great. Afterwards I had little to no pain and was up walking immediately. The year has been a great journey. Today I weigh in at 208lbs and feel great. It has been a fantastic journey. I have no regrets and qould do it again without a doubt. I have been around temptation plenty. Several trips to Vegas including a stay for 9 days. I've been to winery's. All the time not touching alcohol and steering cleer of the food that ruined my life.I'm thankful for the tool I was given and plan on using it to the fullest. Best of luck to anyone thinking of having the surgery, and continued success to those who have had this life changing experience. As for me last year I changed my health, this year I change my job. Think positive????

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[Melissa Black 0]

That's great!!! I would love to see before and after pics! I can't wait for my surgery in November.

[byebyefat 262]

Awesome, congratulations

[jvleeuw 98]

Wow what an inspiration.

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[lelewatson 51]

Congratulations! That's awesome

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[GamblinAJ 31]

That's great!!! I would love to see before and after pics! I can't wait for my surgery in November.

I think this might work. This website makes it difficult to attch photos, at least for me?!?!  

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Edited September 14, 2016 by GamblinAJ

[GamblinAJ 31]

Ugh!

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[GamblinAJ 31]

Maybe this won't be upside down

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[ThisWeightHasGottaGO! 33]

Congrats! You look amazing!

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[GamblinAJ 31]

Thank you.

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[Melissa Black 0]

That's amazing!! Congrats! I bet you feel awesome.

[GamblinAJ 31]

I feel great!

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[Ebony Rose 133]

Congratulations, massive loss!

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[Rosey posey 176]

Inspires me *on track to mine this fall* everybody I'll pray for you if you keep me in your prayers.

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[WannabeH 114]

Congrats to you and your new life. You are looking fit and fantastic.