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I haven't updated since July 2010, however, my weight has continued to be one of the main areas of focus.  I initially had the RNY surgery because of the fact that it should have taken care of my diabetes.  My surgeon said that it was a cure for 95% of diabetics, he told me 2 years later that I was one of the 5% that it didn't work for.

I am still happy with my weight control at this point.  I was 204.5 when I had the surgery and today my weight is 161.  My diabetes is well controlled and I feel great. 

I am 71 now and do things I would never have dreamed of 5 years ago.  My husband and I ride Harleys (mine is a trike) and have fun enjoying each other and our lives. 

I still believe this surgery is the best thing I ever did for myself.

It has been 2-1/2 years since my RNY surgery.  I am 7 pounds from goal.  I reached the goal the first year, but then gained 15 pounds back.  I am back on track and feel great!  I work at our church as part-time secretary 4 hours a day (Monday - Friday).  That in addition to the purchase we made last year of a 2009 Harley trike, has kept me busy.  I never dreamed I would have been able to do all that I do now at age 68!  This surgery was the best thing I ever did for myself and would do it again in a heart beat!

It has been over a month since I posted last.  I went to my Primary Doctor last week and I have gained 5 pounds in the last six months!   My A1C also jumped from 6.2 to 8.2!  He said he couldn't understand why 5 pounds would make such a difference.  I told him the only thing that was different is that I had stopped exercising.  He said that would explain the jump.  So, now I realize not exercising is not an option for me!  I plan to go to the Y tomorrow and join. I also plan to get a trainer and hit the ground running.  I'll keep my progress posted here. 

I never intended to wait this long to post again.  I am still feeling great.  My weight has leveled off and I am weighing between 150 - 155 pounds.  I am satisfied with this.  I can comfortably wear size 10's and 12's.  At sometime it would be great to have a tummy tuck but I would only do this if Medicare would pay for it.  Probably sometime this coming year I'll look into that.  For now I'm content.  I have never regretted my decision to have this surgery and would do it again in a heart beat!

I haven't updated this for a couple of months.  I have stayed so busy there's hardly any time to do everything I want. 

On the 6th of October, I took on the duties of Secretary at our church.  I work 4 hours a day, 5 days a week.  I absolutely love it because most of what I do is on the computer--such as publishing the bulletin, a monthly newsletter, and preparing slides for the worship service. 

With my new energy since my surgery, I find I wake up about 5 AM and go pretty steady until around 4 pm.  I usually stop and take a short nap or just rest.  We purchased a hot top last month and have it installed now.  This really helps with my arthritis in various places. 

We have also placed our order for a Harley 3-wheel motorcycle.  We won't be able to get it until between April - June of 2009.  There is a waiting list.  We had to pay a deposit but that's ok.  We're so excited about this.  We're already planning where we'll go!

I had a kidney infection a couple of weeks ago.  My doctor prescribed Cipro and to my dismay my sugar readings shot thru the roof!  I was so disappointed and then I learned that Cipro can do that.  My doctor put me back on Lantus temporarily and that seems to be taking care of it. 
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Well, I finished my fence project and sure enough my back did get better.  My next project was painting the floor of my husband's shop (about a 25 x 25).  It looks really good and it sorta inspired him to organize his shop.  I've now moved my efforts inside and getting ready for company we have coming in the next 1 - 3 weeks (two different batches). 

My weight has continued to just hang around a little over 50 pounds lost.  If I never lose any more I am thrilled to be where I am.  I wore a new outfit to church this morning--a size 10 blazer with a pair of size 10 pants.  Both fit with ample room left!  I never dreamed I'd ever see a size 10 again!

I still feel sooooooo good!  I have been working on a project I started a few weeks ago.  That is pressure washing our privacy fence and then putting a stain/sealer on it.  During this I started having really bad pains between my shoulder blades.  So much so that on the advice of my daughter I went to see my doctor.  He took xrays of my back which came back negative.  He then had me do an ultrasound of my gallbladder which also came back negative.  I have decided the problem lies with the pressure washing.  I will just stay on the pain medication the doc prescribed until I get thru with this project.

Our son, Steve, flew in from Encino, CA last Thursday for a few days (Thursday until Monday).  We had a great visit with him and absolutely packed every minute while he was here.  It is always so wonderful to have all the kids together. 

I feel so good since my surgery.  I am down now to only 2 prescription medications--my cholesterol med and a harmone pill.  I have tons of energy.  I used to sleep until around 9 AM and then would drag myself from bed and try to make it through the day.  I now get up anywhere from 5:30 AM to 7 AM.  I usually go workout at the fitness center first thing on Monday, Wednesday and Friday or go walk in my neighborhood for 30 minutes most every day.  I can work in my yard now--even run the weedeater (which I didn't have strength for before.)  It's so great to feel GREAT!  Thank the good Lord!

I just recently changed my goal--I had originally set 130 pounds, but now believe that would be too thin for me.  I have changed it to 140 pounds.  I am at 158 now and can wear size 10 and 12.  That would put my goal BMI at 24.7. 

Since June 20th, I have hovered around the 165 mark.  It's easy to get discouraged until I back off and realize what I have already accomplished.  When I started this journey, my main goal was to conquer diabetes and hopefully my high blood pressure.  I have done that!  My blood sugar now averages around 117.  That is a major accomplishment!  Too, I am off of all high blood pressure medication and my blood pressure runs around 114 over 69.  In addition, I have lost 40 pounds and feel really comfortable in size 12 and 14 clothes.   To sum all of this up, I have decided to quit obsessing about losing pounds and just enjoy where I am and how healthy I am now.  My energy level is almost off the charts!  The additional 34 pounds that I want to lose will come off in time because I am sticking to the plan and expect to the rest of my life.  I am just a little over 3 months out, so it will happen!  I am so thankful that God has allowed me to be in this place! 

I seem to be stuck at this 40 pounds lost mark.  I have been exercising regularly.  I workout at Sonya's Fitness Center 3 times a week and try to walk at least 30 minutes every day.  I just hope I'm losing inches and maybe gaining muscle.  I'm really enjoying the exercising, however.  Instead of using the treadmill I have been walking with JoJo, my little Silkie.  She loves to walk and gets so excited when I reach of the leash--she begins to just turn in circles until it almost makes me dizzy!  

As is our custom Pam and her family will come to our house for a cookout tomorrow.  This year we are eating healthy--no hot dogs, etc.  We're having grilled chicken breasts with steamed broccoli and califlower.  I may throw in some corn on the cob for the girls and guys, but the other things are great for Pam and me.