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Well it's been almost 2 1/2 years since my surgery and I'm proud to say....I'm almost done~~~!!! I have plastic surgery scheduled in two weeks....I am scheduled to have a full body lift w/tummy tuck,buttocks and breast lift! I am nervous and excited....I am sooooo ready to get this done and will keep everyone posted

Well so much as changed since my surgery...I have a new prospective on life, my health, family, new career ...EVERYTHING.... In the most part life is good...
As most of us know there are people in our lives that just can't handle when we have surgery...sometimes friends and sometimes family members...I personally have been dealing with both....And I have come to the conclusion that the only people that matter is my husband and children...(and myself)... I personally can not fix other peoples problems and do not have the time or resources to either....I am learning that it is sometimes better to just keep my mouth shut(LOL) ...I just wish others knew how...and wouldn't be so jealous ..I am disappointed people can act the way the do and be so jealous and just can't be happy for us...and have to be so negative and so verbally vicious.... I believe extended family is over rated and not worth the time...
 My husband and I enjoy what we have with our family and have just decided to just move on without them.  We have better friends then we have family.   And we are enjoying it honestly...I know it sounds selfish but it has been peaceful without them and the negative energy they send us....We know its sad but its not our doing...
We are happier now too......We are looking into all sorts of new thing...careers...I have a new one....he is currently looking...thinking about moving(seriously) and just enjoying life ....finally we feel we have the courage to do things for our family...Now we know it has nothing to due with the surgery...but the surgery has given us different option...My health is a big one and it has given me the courage to overcome some of my issue...Which I have expressed to my husband and that has been vital and we have become even more close.  Things are great and am very happy and both just are enjoying life with our children! I am very grateful and feel wonderful! I encourage anyone that is thinking about this they should research it of course and if it is what they want or need- consider it...way the options..again research and always research the surgeon.. this can save your life.  Anyone that has questions please feel free to contact me...email me
Thanks!! I am again grateful
Sincerely-Darcie

Hey Everyone.....well its been 7 months and so much has changed...I could not even begin to tell you how much!   Its summertime too and that has been a big adjustment for me....I had to purchase a bathing suit and I even purchase two of them....(one a longer tankini style even)....lol....I have been to the city pool too!... with my children...that was kinda awkward at first but I'm adjusting to that too....slowly.  My husband and children continue to be supportive and continue to encourage me.  I have kinda slacked about my exercising and I feel bad for that...I am planning on getting back into my original routine very soon!! I have no excuse anymore either...I originally stopped because I did not have an mp3 player because mine had broke but I purchased a new one...lol so no more excuses!..... I can't believe it's been 7 months already! Man where does the time go!  I am so much happier now because I feel so much better...I sleep better...my health has improved greatly!.....my body doesn't hurt anymore either.....well not like it did...I can take on anything know....I can climb the ladder...walk a mile...work out...just about anything...and I do not get outwinded...short of breath or dizzy...its wonderful!....

I am currently still at home looking for work...its been 4 months now...I work part-time 2 nights at Applebee's tending bar but I am starting to get a bit anxious...ugh....times are tough in our community...jobs are few and far between and good ones do not hardly exist...and the ones that do the pay isn't all that great..... wish me luck....I hope to get something soon...ugh

Well wish me luck too....almost at goal....32 lbs to go and working hard at it~!

Will post soon again!

Love to everyone-

 

Hey everyone...its been just over 6 months now since surgery and I am down 68 lbs and I couldn't even tell you how many inches!  I feel wonderful...I haven't EVER felt this good....
...just went on vacation to Nevada to see my BFF...
 which I have known for 30+ years. (now I am giving my age away)lol  She couldn't believe how good I looked.  We had alot of fun..went swimming in her pool, went out to dinner, shopping at the mall and a day at Lake Mead....the trip was great! I could not believe I was in a bathing suit!  I haven't been in one for years! It was amazing!  I felt comfortable too! 
Well I am still out of work....(since they took my job to the city and I did receive a severance)... I am kinda being picky...I would love to work with weight loss managaement.....make it my career....I know I could help so many more people out....but my location makes it more difficult.  We are a rural area and limited....I was fortunate that I was able to receive the treatment I had available to me.  I have been very open with my experience though and passing my information to anyone that ask..
Well check the new pics posted...will write again soon.

Hey everyone.....well's its been 5 months and 2 days since my surgery and I feel wonderful!! I have lost 63 lbs. now and I am starting to slow down a bit. And that's ok... I don't want to loss to fast.....I want my skin to be able to keep up with the loss.  I go to the YMCA 5 days a week now....something I never did before. Well I would start and never stuck with it. (Now is different) I am trying to get into the best shape possible.  I enjoy going too.  It has almost become a family affair.   Our daughter goes often with me and our twins do occassionally.  I have gotten my husband to show interest even.  I have been cooking differently, exercising alot and it makes a difference in how our family runs.  
Now my  job ended in Feb instead April (our hospital took our jobs to a different location)  too so I have alot more time for family, friends and myself....lol  I am currently looking for another job but I recieved a severance so I have a bit more time then most to look for what I want and I am grateful...it is allowing me time for me... I have done alot of housework...remodeling and working on our finances.... I am so grateful for the surgery...my time off and my family.  I cannot say how much I appreciate this.   Well I will try and post more often now that I have a little more time.
I will also post a current picture soon too.

Well it's been just over 2 months since my surgery and I am feeling wonderful....I have been having some stomach/abdomial pain the last few days....don't know if it's a bug or over working my stomach muscles...I wore a spanks and pantyhose with a dress and that when it started. Besides that I have been doing wonderful...I do struggle daily to get enough protein in but protein shakes and protein bars are a life saver.  I feel really good most days.  This season has been hard because of the extremely long winter here and the flu has been very bad.... I am down 3 sizes and looking forward to getting the next 40-50 lbs off. My support team at home is wonderful!! My family has been GREAT! My husband is so sweet! so supportive in everyway!  Will post again sooner...just been extremely busy.

Hey everyone...it's been 1 week since the surgery...and I feel wonderful...I am so happy I made this decision.....I am looking forward to a new beginning.  I have received a bit of critisism for getting this procedure but I'd do it again in a New York minute! I am enjoying my time home with my family and getting ready for the holidays...I am pretty much done with all my shopping and even my wrapping. I have had to made myself be very diligent on my diet....I think I can eat softs and I Can't...LOL  
I just feel so good that I have to keep things in prospective.  I am trying to get all my protein requirements in daily...that has become a bit difficult...I think once I get some better protein shakes again...which I ordered  today...it will make it easier. 

My doctor and his staff and the hospital were also wonderful.
If anyone is thinking about this procedure ...this group is fabulous! 
Well I will keep you posted on my progress
 

11 Days and counting...

Hey everyone!! Well liquid diet started on Monday Nov 26, 2007...man the first two days were tough..but I am getting use to it now!!! lol .. The protein shakes aren't that bad .. and my vitamins are going down very well...
shakes could taste better but I have to just deal with it....
I am of course getting nervous...I just want to get this done and over with...I am nervous about the surgery..I love my doctor and nurses and have total faith in them...I just want to get on with this new chapter in my life. 
I have also had many talks with my husband and he has been totally supportive either way...he just wants me healthy ....
I do almost feel like I am nesting now too.  I have so much to do and so little time to get it all done...I should of done this sooner ...not a good time of year with Christmas....but you know we  have to work around insurance companies sometimes.... I am trying to get all my Christmas stuff done. Decorate, presents,  clean house, pack ...you all know the drill!!! LOL

Well I will keep everyone posted