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Evolving

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    I look back and think sometimes why am I feeling down because I haven't reached my intended goal... I went from a size 24/26 plus size to a size 14 and I can pull them down without even unbuttoning them lol I can wear miss me jeans in a size 32 or 34 depending in the fit... So why am I feeling down... It's the flubber and skin that's just hanging around... I lost ALOT I started at 333 lbs day of surgery and at last weigh in I was 220, however it's been several weeks so I need to weigh again!! I guess I need to put the good in front of the ugly bad that can be hidden well under my clothes! But I'd like to look good out of my clothes as well.. I don't mean like a model but just decent and not gross lol I lost the most of my weight within the first few months then it slowed down! I was down 45 lbs the first month!! It felt great!! My goal is 150 lbs! And then plastics!!! Lol good luck everyone!!!! It's worth it! I had the sleeve btw, I wasn't sure if everyone here was sleeve or just a mixture! I think the different surgeries make a difference as well!! It has been exactly one year for me!

    Wow congrats on your year and loss!!

    You are doing amazing- I get the extra skin thing!! Your doing awesome

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    I have to give out a big huge thank you to Evolving!!! You have been the cheerleader since Bea stepped aside, and I ddc99 you for it. We all do!! I have 2 small kids and a pt job that keep me busy...and those times when you post, you keep us all going and point the group in forward progress mode!! And here is my little confession for the group. My in laws were in town for two weeks. Living with us in our tiny 2 bedroom apt, with my hubby and our kids. We live in a large apt community, where I work also. But having them in my space for that amount of time wasn't so terrible.....it's seeing their eating habits that left me often times repulsed. I never thought I would get to that point..but after seeing father inlaw cook eggs with half a cup of vegetable oil, I was shocked. Then, hubby and I were hit with a huge realization.....we could come and go as we pleased without having to plan out a babysitter!!!! It was like the gates of heaven opened up to me! so,. We went out every day. Had at least one meal out everyday. But you know what, I still made the good choices each time. I'm far enough along post op to know that yes, I could choose the fried and fatty stuff...but I didn't want too. I knew how I would feel afterwords. Mentally and physically. So I would start with a side salad first if the main selection wasn't too great..making sure I filled up first on veggies. Otherwise I'd just dive right into my meat selection straight away. I'm proud of myself. I didn't gain a thing. I didn't lose either. The stress of having 6 of us in a 1000 sq ft apt didn't allow me a loss. But...I did learn something far greater....it's that I do have the confidence and ability to make great healthy choices...not because I have too...but because I want to fuel my body better. That folks is an amazing power to feel over yourself. Stay strong you guys!! Make the change you want to see. Start today. No excuses!!

    Aww thanks so much :) my pleasure

    Congrats on maintaining your weight and yes- u should be proud!!!!!

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    I had surgery July 2, 2013 at Swedish Hospital in Seattle. I started this process at a high weight of 330lbs size 26-28, 4x women's. I am now 173 lbs and still losing, although more slowly for sure. I can now wear a size 12 and a size large shirt and dresses and I have such a fun time trying on and buying clothes now! Ann Taylor, banana Republic, The Limited etc- I now fit size 12 petite! I think I've developed a clothing addiction- good thing I swear by thrift stores! I'm running now, joining a rowing team and gardening up a storm. I get 1000-1200 calories per day and get 80 grams of Protein with that. My side by side before pic is from Feb. 2013 and the after pic is July 2, 2014- my 1st surgery anniversary. I'm still trying to lose about 20 more lbs, but even if I don't lose any more weight, I'm totally fine with that. :). [/quote

    Damn!! Great job!!! You look amazing

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  21. Posted

    Look amazing how far out of surgery are u and how much weight u lose

    I was sleeved feb 25, 2013-- so a lil over 16 months out

    I was 319 and a 26 was no longer fitting

    I am now 165 and wear a 14! So I've lost just about 155! I still have a bit to go and it's def slowed but I've completely changed my lifestyle and it's going slow but steady- some months now it's up a lb and some it's down 7..,, just depends :)

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