Ok, this will be a big challenge to me as I begin all my cooking and baking for the holidays. I must admit I am a cookie-holic and could overdose on all those delicious Christmas cookies. But the new skinny me must remember I didn't come this far to throw it all away over a few moments of blissful cookie pleasure! I've gotta keep my head on straight and stay focused on healthy eating with an occassional cookie along the way. The key is moderation and not over indulging. So that being said I'm on my way to get an early jump on baking Christmas cookies. I promise to sample only a couple and let the kids sample the rest.

It has been 18 months since my surgery and I have reached a very healthy goal weight. I weigh 135 and have been maintaining this weight for a few months now. I actually wouldn't mind getting down to 130 just to be on the safe side but 135 is a perfectly fine weight for my body frame and I'm very happy with that.

This Holiday season will be so much fun dressing up and wear all the fun fall & winter fashions. I'm also looking forward to seeing all those relatives who only get to see me once a year. What a shock it will be when they see the new me! 

Highest weight: 250
Goal weight: 135
Today's weight: 135
Height: 5' 3"

Wow, I can't believe it's been over a year since I had the surgery! I feel AMAZING!!!!! I have lost a total of 106 pounds! I currently weigh 141 pounds and if I never lose another pound I'm fine with that. I am wearing a size 8 and I feel very comfortable in my skin. My original goal weight was 135... but I'm ok with 140. If I lose those extra 5 pounds than it's a bonus!

Now the tough part kicks in..... MAINTAINING my weight and continuing to eat healthy and properly so the weight doesn't come back. I will be honest I'm very afraid that I will gain all my weight back... I've already had a few slips along the way nibbling on things I shouldn't have. This next year will be a real challenge to me as I try to keep on track and maintain my weight without gaining it all back.