ShrinkyDinkMe22

Couldn't agree more! Sex post op and now down a total of almost 70lbs has made a HUGE difference in our sex life.
While going through the preop steps from end of august until getting sleeved 12/10 I just wasn't into it at all. Partial due to stress partially due to I just felt disgusted with myself and sex wasn't fun anymore.
But now.... We are doing things we never did before! Love my "chewie"

I ran my first 5k this morning. Was the biggest loser run/walk in Chicago. I did pretty good can only improve from here! Just wanted to share!
I've watched every season of BL since it started. My favorite people to date have been Danni Allen and Bobby Saleem and I got to meet them today.
This was such an awesome experience!

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Ran my first ever 5k today. It was the biggest loser in Chicago. Got to meet Danni Allen and Bobby Saleem. Was an amazing day and can't wait to do my next one.

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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First let me say I'm sorry to hear about your baby. That is really tough.
I'm glad you posted that your weight loss is slow. I will be 9 weeks post op tomorrow & have lost 37 lbs. I know that's good but I have slowed down & have had several stalls. I keep a food journal so that keeps me in line. It was when I went on solid food that my weight loss slowed. I was getting to many carbs so I have corrected that. I'm thinking about doing liquids for a couple of days & then bring in solid foods slowly. I also need to get off of my lazy rear & start exercising. I am on oxygen 24/7 so dragging my portable oxygen is a pain in the fanny. I know, I just need to stop whining & do it. Good luck with your continued journey.

Thanks for posting your story! You look fantastic!

Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Greetings all!
I don't post much but I lurk a lot and see how you are all doing. Good luck to all the newbies and those getting sleeved soon!
I was sleeved 12/10/12. I consider myself a slow loser as I'm still 50-60lbs from my goal weight. But I'm down a 103lbs and couldn't be happier! I'm in a way better place than I was 18 months ago.
We got pregnant last august and lost it in September and I haven't lost a pound since. No matter what I do i can't seem to get my weight loss started again.
I am seeing a new dr now who is helping me get my gut healed. I have leaky gut and am not digesting properly. On the plus side I haven't gained any weight which is key to being a success!
I just wanted to share because not all of us lose 150lbs in 6 months and attain goal quickly. I of course would of loved too but my body has other plans.
SW: 332 CW: 229 was 26/28 now 14/16. I'm 5'8".

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Awesome job! You look great.

What a miracle, still! I'm still surprised when I see myself in the mirror. I dropped from pushing into a size 24 to a 12 or 14. After decades of dieting and yoyoing, it's just wonderful to be the same weight and size month after month.
I eat just about anything I want without fear. There are some things I've chosen not to eat, bread and Pasta, unless they're fabulous, famous, or unavoidable. But because they're not forbidden, I don't feel deprived. I do eat chips and Cookies but only buy really good individual cookies or individual sized chip bags. There's no way I'm going to have a supply of either in my house. I'm good but not superwoman!
Exercise has become a necessity for me, which is strange because it was never appealing to me before. Last year I decided that if I was truly going to succeed at keeping my wonderful new body, I had to do something more than just walking. I also, at the age of 65, wanted to be sure that my balance and core strength was enough to better take care of my husband who has MS. I signed up for a personal trainer to get me started. I do weights, floor exercises and Water aerobics. I tried yoga, but too much downward facing dog. Being retired helps me commit to the exercise because I have no excuses for not working out.

Thank you all! I appreciate the kind words.
I have come a long way and I need to remember that. everyone journey is very different for sure!
The fact that I can play with my 3, almost 4 year old and our run her now is something to be so happy over .

Hi all. Haven't been on in a while. Partially cause I'm having a hard time and feel like a failure. I have an apt coming up with my therapist to work know stuff.
Anyways, here is a progress pic.
HW 332 Dos 306 CW 229 height 5'8". Down 103lbs! Went from 26/28 to 16. Slow but sure i'll get there!

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Doesn't seem to matter what I eat or do, I've been stuck at this weight for a while. However I have come so far. Here is my latest comparison picture.

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Merry Christmas fellow December 2012 sleevers!
This past year has been crazy! Sleeved 12/10/12.
Highest weight 332
Pre-op surgery diet weight 315
Surgery weight 306
Today's weight 230
A total of 102lbs down
Went from 3x, size 26/28 to size l/xl, size 16.
Best decision ever! I have come so far but still have a ways to go. Ultimately my goal is 165, I'm 5'8". I honestly though haven't lost a pound since August. Hubby and I were expecting baby #2 but unfortunately lost it in September but since that positive test I haven't lost a damn pound. I should be happy that I haven't gained however its frustrating to not be losing no matter what I do. I recently saw the NUT again. I was very honest and told her everything that I eat. She thinks I'm getting too much fat in my diet. So I'm tracking and going back January 10 for a f/u.
I'm sure I can get to goal. I just need to figure out what is going on.
Merry Christmas to you all!

Merry Christmas fellow December 2012 sleevers!
This past year has been crazy! Sleeved 12/10/12.
Highest weight 332
Pre-op surgery diet weight 315
Surgery weight 306
Today's weight 230
A total of 102lbs down
Went from 3x, size 26/28 to size l/xl, size 16.
Best decision ever! I have come so far but still have a ways to go. Ultimately my goal is 165, I'm 5'8". I honestly though haven't lost a pound since August. Hubby and I were expecting baby #2 but unfortunately lost it in September but since that positive test I haven't lost a damn pound. I should be happy that I haven't gained however its frustrating to not be losing no matter what I do. I recently saw the NUT again. I was very honest and told her everything that I eat. She thinks I'm getting too much fat in my diet. So I'm tracking and going back January 10 for a f/u.
I'm sure I can get to goal. I just need to figure out what is going on.
Merry Christmas to you all!

Merry Christmas fellow December 2012 sleevers!
This past year has been crazy! Sleeved 12/10/12.
Highest weight 332
Pre-op surgery diet weight 315
Surgery weight 306
Today's weight 230
A total of 102lbs down
Went from 3x, size 26/28 to size l/xl, size 16.
Best decision ever! I have come so far but still have a ways to go. Ultimately my goal is 165, I'm 5'8". I honestly though haven't lost a pound since August. Hubby and I were expecting baby #2 but unfortunately lost it in September but since that positive test I haven't lost a damn pound. I should be happy that I haven't gained however its frustrating to not be losing no matter what I do. I recently saw the NUT again. I was very honest and told her everything that I eat. She thinks I'm getting too much fat in my diet. So I'm tracking and going back January 10 for a f/u.
I'm sure I can get to goal. I just need to figure out what is going on.
Merry Christmas to you all!

December 10 was my 1 year anniversary and I am down a total of 102lbs!
I started this journey at 332lbs and today am 230lbs (5'8"). I was in 26/28, I assume 3XL tops.
Today I am in size 16 jeans and large or xl tops depending on where I go.
This has not been an easy journey and I have fought for every pound. I was pregnant in july and we lost it in september and I have not lost a pound since! I am working so hard to get it going again but it just hasnt happened yet. I know I am not done losing yet! Hoping to get to my goal by May of 165! If i could just get below 230 I think I could do it!
Hope everyone has a great christmas!

December 10 was my 1 year anniversary and I am down a total of 102lbs!
I started this journey at 332lbs and today am 230lbs (5'8"). I was in 26/28, I assume 3XL tops.
Today I am in size 16 jeans and large or xl tops depending on where I go.
This has not been an easy journey and I have fought for every pound. I was pregnant in july and we lost it in september and I have not lost a pound since! I am working so hard to get it going again but it just hasnt happened yet. I know I am not done losing yet! Hoping to get to my goal by May of 165! If i could just get below 230 I think I could do it!
Hope everyone has a great christmas!

thanks proud grammy! i know i've been slacking on coming on here! and thanks for the kind words. it was rough and still is but we are getting through it. hope you have a great christmas!