GreenTealael 25,430 Posted November 8, 2021 It has been 4yrs since my (initial) WLS. Within that time I made great new friends, found love, had a revision, lost a parent, witnessed a pandemic from one of it’s epicenters, had plastics, had new additions to my extended family, relocated, had one child graduate from high school and more. Almost none of these things were weight related but somehow everything else in my life seemed easier to focus on without worrying about weight. My weight has been stable since I hit goal a few years ago with only minor fluctuations. I’m proud to say I will always identify as a WLS patient. I thought I wouldn’t feel like one years out but I find I am consciously honoring this lifestyle in the majority of my choices. I’m grateful we have this forum and I’m especially grateful to everyone in the WLS community that make it a positive and supportive environment to thrive in. 14 2 1 2 Summermoose, vikki401, blackcatsandbaddecisions and 16 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arabesque 7,414 Posted November 8, 2021 Congratulations @GreenTealael. You’ve been one of my inspirational forum members. I’ve very much admired your honesty & attitude when you share your experiences. Plus the non judgemental & positive advice you’ve given. I’ve certainly appreciated your support & feedback. Thank you. ❤️ 3 GreenTealael, LouLouM and Luna Girl reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris77 1,538 Posted November 8, 2021 On 11/07/2021 at 21:01, GreenTealael said: It has been 4yrs since my (initial) WLS. Within that time I made great new friends, found love, had a revision, lost a parent, witnessed a pandemic from one of it’s epicenters, had plastics, had new additions to my extended family, relocated, had one child graduate from high school and more. Almost none of these things were weight related but somehow everything else in my life seemed easier to focus on without worrying about weight. My weight has been stable since I hit goal a few years ago with only minor fluctuations. I’m proud to say I will always identify as a WLS patient. I thought I wouldn’t feel like one years out but I find I am consciously honoring this lifestyle in the majority of my choices. I’m grateful we have this forum and I’m especially grateful to everyone in the WLS community that make it a positive and supportive environment to thrive in. 🎉Congratulations!!🎉 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris77 1,538 Posted November 8, 2021 On 11/07/2021 at 22:05, Arabesque said: Congratulations @GreenTealael. You’ve been one of my inspirational forum members. I’ve very much admired your honesty & attitude when you share your experiences. Plus the non judgemental & positive advice you’ve given. I’ve certainly appreciated your support & feedback. Thank you. ❤️ Ditto!! 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenTealael 25,430 Posted November 8, 2021 9 hours ago, Arabesque said: Congratulations @GreenTealael. You’ve been one of my inspirational forum members. I’ve very much admired your honesty & attitude when you share your experiences. Plus the non judgemental & positive advice you’ve given. I’ve certainly appreciated your support & feedback. Thank you. ❤️ 1 hour ago, Kris77 said: Ditto!! Thank you so so much ❤️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luna Girl 310 Posted November 8, 2021 Cannot say it any better than Arabesque! Congratulation GreenTealael! ❤️ 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maisey 260 Posted November 8, 2021 I agree with what has already been said. You give solid advice each and every time. 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenTealael 25,430 Posted November 9, 2021 9 hours ago, Luna Girl said: Cannot say it any better than Arabesque! Congratulation GreenTealael! ❤️ 6 hours ago, Maisey said: I agree with what has already been said. You give solid advice each and every time. Thank you ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stella S 612 Posted November 10, 2021 Four years of good living! Congrats. When our focus is health so much comes our way. Thanks for the inspiration 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
learn2cook 588 Posted November 10, 2021 Congratulations on 4 years of healthy living! 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted December 11, 2021 Very inspirational, thanks for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jami.1992 162 Posted December 11, 2021 You have been such an inspiration! Your kind words and positivity have helped me in my journey and for that I am grateful!! ❤️ congratulations on your surgiversary!! 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouLouM 70 Posted December 11, 2021 Truth to what everyone has already said. I may be a newbie (11/30/21) but was a lurker for a long time and your posts have always inspired me. Even more so now knowing the challenges you encountered along your journey. Well done, GreenTealael! 1 GreenTealael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites