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 Unbelievable that I haven't posted in so long. I used to live on this site, even when I wasn't posting. I'm still so happy with my sleeve every day. On occasion I'm reminded that my tool is in effect by overeating, or eating too fast, or eating something too starchy. It's still there, and it's still working. Since my last post I had gained about 12 pounds and have easily lost about 10 of them. I want to lose about another 4 pounds for my upcoming 4th anniversary in April, but am no longer so attached to a number on the scale. It's a VERY gradual process, but as I am wearing a size 4 to 6 and feeling pretty fabulous, I want to try to be realistic. I still have too much skin to look good squeezed into a size 1. Also, I keep a picture of myself at my thinnest and it's not really that flattering...
  
I still have to take my Prilosec OTC regularly, but my heartburn keeps improving very gradually. I still get the foamies and slimies when I over eat or eat too fast. My scars are almost invisible. My skin isn't too bad considering my age and weightloss.  Someday I'll get my tummy tuck and boob lift, but will enjoy every day regardless.

If you are someone new to the site and are reading this please know that I recommend the gastric sleeve and Dr. Alvarez to my daughter and to my mother. The weight has come off physically, mentally, and spiritually. Quit dreading change and embrace your new life. You will not be disappointed!

Hugs,
Dorothy

Before  April 2008 
(See "full size" in my album)


Recent After Pics 







New Year's Eve 2011 
 

Christmas Party 12/2011

Almost 2 1/2 years out and I am holding at goal, about 125, size 4. When I edge up toward 130 I hit the protein more hard core, but it's pretty steady going. I pace at the office while on the phone, and park at the VERY back of every parking lot but I am not very regular at the gym. I'm still thrilled and amazed when I look in a mirror and like how I look!

I'm still in school hoping to finish before I RETIRE!!!
My daughter is giving me a granddaughter in about one more week. I can't wait to see her face!




I met someone wonderful last April, and we have been seeing each other since my birthday in May. He is an amazing and wonderful human being... In no particular order, he is gorgeous, smart, funny, educated, loving, kind, accomplished, and he loves his family.  I don't know what will become of it but I am very happy to have him in my life.

Life is good. I am holding near my goal weight. I got up to 129 recently and went back to the basics... protein first, etc...

I'm obsessed with getting a tummy tuck, but I have to get a crown and some dental work done first. I'm working toward getting it all done, but it's going to take some time!

I've been taking Salsa, Bachata, and Tango classes. Wow, is it fun, and good exercise, as well! I've met some very cool people. I would not have done this if I were still overweight. I am so grateful for my surgery!

I now have 41 credit hours toward my degree. I am just going part time so it's going to take a very long time.

If you're still thinking about it, quit thinking. Start living. It is totally worth it. I love my life now. Start loving yours, too!

More soon!

=o)
Dorothy

Wow, I can't believe how fast time flies between my postings. I'm still making progress at school. I still suck at math. I am still at my goal weight.

Today is my 2-year anniversary!!! Things are going great. 

I had my body weight analized. My bmi is 21.5. I weigh 125 and I'm in a size 4. My body fat percentage is 29. The trainer at the gym says I need to add muscle weight. Everyone seems to think I weigh much less than I do. 125 is in the exact middle of the normal bmi for my height.

I'll post some pictures soon. I am TOO busy with work, school, 2nd job, and managing my Meetup group. I'm selling affordable energy, too. (www.affordableenerty.com/livewire. Sign up with me as your electric provider!) And now... the Census called me to go to work for them! Man, I do not know where I will find the time, but I really need the extra money. I don't know what to do.

More soon,
Dorothy

When will I not be tired anymore? I am doing 3 classes this semester, working a job and a half a job, taking dancing lessons, organizing events for my meetup group, and dating. I am so tired!

I am going to find out where to get my checkup to make sure all my vitamin levels are good. Where do I do that? I'm going to take a nap.

Fun in New Orleans! It's so great to be able to walk everywhere, to enjoy
Bourbon Street all night long, and to get those appreciative looks!

So, my house and condo are leased out, my 12 year old son is staying with my mother, and my 24 year old daughter finally got her own place, at the apartment complex she is working for.

I am staying with friends, and I am so grateful to have a temporary place to hang out. It's a good thing that I work full time, and have a part time job as well. I would hate to wear out my welcome.

Once the summer session starts, I'll stay late here at work to do my online lessons. If I can get a laptop, I'll use the WIFI at my friends to do lessons there, or anywhere I can get a signal.

I ended up dropping most of my course load this Spring. I just could function very well. My heart isn't in it yet, but I have to work on my degree.

I miss having my privacy; some place where I can go read, or sleep, or disappear under the covers to sleep, or cry, or scream into my pillow. Good thing I'm not really one to cry, or scream, but sometimes the option would be nice.

I miss my dogs. I hope they all found homes. Robert's dog, Gracie, had heart worms and had to be put down. She was the sweetest dog of the three. I miss sitting out on the deck, and Chewbarka trying to get up on the swing with me to sit his 60 pounds on my lap like a little toddler. I used to enjoy sitting there, and listening to the breeze whisper it's secrets to the tree tops.

I've been going to church regularly, and praying to get through this rough spell. I am thinking that I'll sell my house, condo, and both cars. I could get an efficiency after I pay off the bills Robert left me with. It will take me at least 6 months to dig out of this hole. Believe me, passion and romance come with a steep price if your Amor turns out not to be the man he portrays himself to be.

My thoughtful ex used a common email address of ours to set up an account on Tagged, then made a friend request to his new Philippino lady. She is 28, and beautiful. I should warn her that she may be the 5th in line for his abandonment. It's probably better to stay the hell out of it, though. I'll pray for her, too, though.

Does anyone know how to get a contractor on an American military base in Iraq served? I need to serve Robert for divorce, but am stuck in legal limbo, since I can't serve him, and he isn't coming back to the States...

I am grateful not to be any further behind than I am. I'm grateful for supportive new friends, and for the old ones who have hung in there with me.

I'm pleasantly surprised, and very happy to say, that life goes on. I decided not to mope about things I can't control. I've been going out and having fun. I was worried that I might not be attractive, or fun enough. I'm handling things one day at a time and I feel blessed like never before. I'm also praying like never before, so maybe that's the key? Of course it is! LOL

Goodlbye, Dear Ex. You were only here for a season in my life, though I was expecting a lifetime. I enjoyed our good times so much. I overlooked your flaws, and your shortcomings. I saw them, but it was ok, because I thought you did the same for me.

I have learned some important things that I will take with me through the rest of my life. I have evaluated my own accountability, and see where I need to make improvements.

If you want something better, or different, than I want that for you, as well. I want better, as well, now that I can see the situation more clearly. I am still grieving for our lost love, but I am ready to pick myself up and face my new future. It's not the one I was looking forward to, but I bet it's going to be even better. 

Oh, and I'm looking damn good, too. That's sweet, babe.