LilMissDiva Irene

It was 28" 2 days ago when I measured but heck since last night its smaller now. I had a belt where the holes go all the way around it and I made a mark measured to 27" for my "goal" a long time ago. I can buckle it smaller than that. I only do the measuring tape every 2 weeks, so gotta wait... heeheeheeeee!!!! *In Heaven*

I wanted to throw in an update because just... WOW!!! For MONTHS I've been stressing due to all the swellings, weight gains and whatever else comes with plastic surgery... however - as always with time comes healing and RESULTS!!! Every single day now I'm seeing humungous differences!! I'm over the moon right now, and THANKING EVERYTHING GOOD that I chose the right surgeons. They performed literally miracles for me. I. AM. HAPPY. In the last 4 weeks alone I've dropped NEARLY 15 INCHES off my whole body!!!! YAYAYEEESSSSS!!!!! Picture Updates: carweightintrunk.bmp Source: My Plastics Journey - My first one (of several)

I wanted to throw in an update because just... WOW!!! For MONTHS I've been stressing due to all the swellings, weight gains and whatever else comes with plastic surgery... however - as always with time comes healing and RESULTS!!! Every single day now I'm seeing humungous differences!! I'm over the moon right now, and THANKING EVERYTHING GOOD that I chose the right surgeons. They performed literally miracles for me. I. AM. HAPPY. In the last 4 weeks alone I've dropped NEARLY 15 INCHES off my whole body!!!! YAYAYEEESSSSS!!!!! Picture Updates:

One high calorie day a failure does not make. Dust yourself off and move on. Forgiveness of yourself you will find will be the most powerful motivator in your weight loss journey. The only day you will ever be a failure is the day you give up.

Losing weight doesn't automatically get rid of the negative self talk and bad self image. Only YOU can do that. You have to believe you are a beautiful person inside and out, no matter what your size. True success doesn't only equal hitting your target weight. It will also include learning to love and accept yourself exactly for who you are.

Thanks Billy! I've been thinking a lot on my calling. Someone was messaging me a while back and after helping out and giving motivation he said something that really struck with me. He told me I should be a weight loss instructor. It made me feel good, and it also made me wonder if I'm at a crossroads right now. I also heard a message by Pastor Joel Osteen on Sunday. He said, when God tells us its time to move on to HIS greater purpose, then we must heed that call.

Excellent!! Youre doing really amazing things with your tool! Congrats too on graduating to regular sized clothing shops! I don't think this gets enough credit. BIG HUGS!

Surprisingly its not that difficult for the calories to add up even though I'm sleeved. With that in mind, I do my best to make sure my portions are very small. I only want to tell you, one high calorie day a failure does not make. Dust yourself off and move on. Forgiveness of yourself you will find will be the most powerful motivator in your weight loss journey. The only day you will ever be a failure is the day you give up.

My resolution is to just stay right here where I am, physically and mentally. I'm quite satisfied with it all, and I'm hopeful for the same in the near future. In one year from now I will be a finished product as far as healing goes from my Plastics so I do have that to look forward to. Set your actions in motion!!!

Jasleeve, you're feeling everything I used to feel... today that is no more. I want to tell you though, in no way is it because I've lost the weight. Nope.. I don't feel this way about myself anymore simply because I refuse to. Losing weight doesn't automatically get rid of the negative self talk and bad self image. Only YOU can do that. You have to believe you are a beautiful person inside and out, no matter what your size. Your best friend thinks this is true, so why don't you? True success doesn't only equal hitting your target weight. It will also include learning to love and accept yourself exactly for who you are. Blessings.

IMO the first NSV is always the best... because it's living proof it's working!! Congrats, this is always a really good one too. I agree with ShellBear, be prepared your rings will be fallen off ya soon... be careful more like it. You don't want to lose them.

Quick question: How old are you pants? The only reason I ask is because if they are quite old like I had in my closet then you are probably smaller than a 14 now. So... just sayin'.

Yayyyy congrats on your new sleeve and for a smooth surgery and recovery!!! For me, I did use crushed pills and elixirs during my healing stage. However as soon as I was considered beyond my healing stage (2 months for me) and I ran out I was able to once again taking my pills whole form. I can now even take giant honker Vitamin pills too. Of course, as always consult with your Dr. before trying anything!! Happy Holidays!!

The portion of our stomach that produces ghrelin has been removed in our surgery. I do believe the removal of ghrelin does have an impact on our body temperatures. I've heard of some studies being done about it, and some findings are in favor of this, though nothing conclusive yet I believe. It's been awhile since I've researched this though so who knows. Right now it's just my speculations, along with many others.

What makes you think you don't have tenacity? If you went out to get WLS to win your war over obesity - then you are determined, purposeful and persistant. That's the very definition of being tenacious. Have a great day lady!

I wrote you a message on your profile... BLESSINGs and WELL WISHEs for tomorrow!!!

No it never looked thin to others, but me just knowing how thick my hair actually was I could tell quite a difference. My hair has what seems like millions of regrowth hairs of all lengths, so yes it was constantly regrowing in that time. I'm lucky I have curly hair and different lengths actually work well with it.

For me, I've always liked eggs - however - since being sleeved I seriously can eat these every day and never get tired of them. I know this for a fact because I DO eat them nearly every single day and when I don't for a day, I miss them. I!! ABSOLUTELY!! LOVE!! EGGS!! I don't know what it is but I'm quite certain I'm having a love affair with them. LOL It provides my body with possibly the best source of protein and I'm sure my body appreciates it, so my brain indulges a little bit. I mean, I can think of a lot worse things I can indulge in!!!

I've been losing my hair since my 3rd month post op and I just passed my 15th month. My hair is just now finally stopping to falling out! Sheesh... Anyhow I've been taking Biotin ever since the beginning of my hair loss. I've noticed a difference between the dry capsules and the gels. Dry capsules seem to give much better results. I use GNC 5,000 mcg, dry capsules. This has given me the far best results thus far and I've tried a lot of varieties. Not only this but it has helped my finger nails strength and growth. Bonus! My hair is constantly growing back stronger, thicker and healthier than ever - even before it started thinning out. Hubby was even mentioning this a few days ago. I do intend to slow it down however and probably only take it 3x per week rather than every day now. Good luck on finding whatever works for you! It's mostly always just trial and error.

Positivity, smiles and true kindness are infectious. Having those and negativity, frowns and being mean spirited are not contagious, rather immune.

Not a problem! I just want everyone to enjoy the process, this time next year you're going to be amazed on what you see in the mirror. Hugs!!!

Well that is just fabulous!! I'm very happy for you! Keep working your sleeve - you're really kicking some butt here.

This is a wonderful resolution. I say, start first then let the weight loss make you feel even BETTER!! Blessings.

ITA Rose, it's absolutely true. IMO, anyone who was carrying well over 100+ Lbs over their ideal weight for a long time will end up with the "sturdy bones", lots of heavy excess skin, extra fat cells, etc... etc... I think we need to be fair with ourselves on not beat ourselves up if we don't hit our "weight" goals based on normal persons standards. For me, I'm not normal when it comes to that. And I'm okay with that.

If you have made your goal, then you have won the battle. If you maintain your goal, then you have won the war. To reach for the stars, sometimes you will need family and friends to lift you up.