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wo girls ages 6 and 16. They take a lot of my time and I enjoy all of it. In the last six months my life has changed drastically. I started a PhD program, a lifelong dream. However, my body started sending me messages that something was very wrong. I started habing the stairs in my house and walking through a store. My back and legs continue to hurt.

My doctor suggested surgery after many attempts to help me lose weight. I am at my hiht ever. I will be 40 in August and I consider the surgery a birthday gift to myself.
pport of my family, friends and coworkers. And a lot of faith that God will e through.

2/20/06 - Just another day in NJ

I've been thinking about the surgery more each day. I have so much support and that helps. I am so looking forward to another chance to take care of my body. I am trying to stay positive and not worry about the approval process. I have a few appts. in thenext few weeks to complete my package. My 16 year-old and me went to Mandee's this weekend and she made me buy a dress (size large, which I have not worn in over 16 years). It seemed like a silly thing to do, but she's my biggest fan and I did not want to seem pessimistic. It's quite a sexy number, even for me, but if someday I can wear it in front of the mirror, I'll be just fine.

Until the next time......



3/7/06

My paperwork is in and now that waiting begins. I have a group of friends that are praying for me and I know that God will see my through. I am like a little kid waiting for a birthday. I can't wait!



3/16/06

Surgery approved on 3/14, exactly one month from my visit with the surgeon. I am so happy. I am looking forward to a new life!

 



4/3/06
I am on the other side. I had my surgery on Friday and came home yesterday. The hospital staff at St. Barnabas was wonderful. I can't say enough great things about Dr. Bilof.

I am sore all over and very tired. I had an awful backache for a few days but that is getting better. My journey continues and I am HAPPIER THAN EVER!!



4/6/06
I went for my post-op visit today. I've lost 14 lbs. since the surgery! I am so happy. I am still feeling a bit tired and sore, but I am so glad I went through with the surgery.





4/9/06

Nine days Post - op 266


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4/13/06

Weigh-in day - down to 261 - five more lbs. gone. YIPPEE!!!!





6/8/06

YIPPEE!!!! Got on the scale today and I am down 46 lbs. It made my day, especially since I have been struggling with so many issues lately. It has given me a boost.



8/31/06

HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY TO ME!!!!!!!!

I made it to 40 and I having the party I promised myself this coming Saturday. As I shopped for a dress I found that I have gone from a size 26 post-op to a size 16. I haven't been a size 16 for over ten years.

What great birthday gift!





9/15/06

Under 200 lbs!!!!! I have waited for this for so long. Even with WLS, I thought it wouldn't happen so fast. I am on cloud nine!!!! I am 17 lbs from joining the century club.


3/5/07

 

Just overweight!!!!  I am officially there!!  It's been almost a year and I have no regrets.  I feel great, look great and I feel that I have given myself a new lease on life.  117 lbs. gone foreverrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!  Life is good!  Now I just have to figure out what to do with all the flab. LOL!

 

 

About Me
Maplewood, NJ
Location
24.1
BMI
RNY
Surgery
03/31/2006
Surgery Date
Jan 28, 2006
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