Hi it's Lisa ! Well its been six moths since my surgery and I have lost over a hundred pounds. I wear between a 16 and 18 shirt and pants . Every thing is so different from the way I feel, my energy level , my attitude. Oh my God ladies and gentlemen I have curves!! I started exercising immediately after I was released and I honestly have to say that the (loose skin )situation hasn't been bad at all! I joined a gym to tone up ! But that was recently. I have been doing pilates (dvd execrsises)and alot of walking . I am giving an updated picture. Would I do it again? In a new york minute. Yes it's scary, yes its a major life change, but we deserve it. Just to be rid of the physical pain of obesity that no one rarely talks about. The bone and joint pain, back pain, diabetes, heart problems , breathing problems, whatever. For the first time in so long I FEEL FANTASTIC ! Thank you to all the well wishers and for all the e mail cards and best wishes I received it was so encouraging. Thank you and god bless !