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I told EVERYBODY. I still do. It's amazing how many people have questions or don't understand. I look at it as though a good percentage of Americans are going through the weight issues I did. If I can help somebody in some way to better their life then I'm going to keep talking.

Feeling great 8 weeks out!!

Feeling great 8 weeks out!!

Current weight 201 goal weight 185

Feeling great 8 weeks out!!

I don't have a resolution this year. More of a promise to myself. I usually do the whole diet and exercise thing too. But this year I can focus on the shopping trip I'm planning with my daughter (because I really need clothes that fit) and the roller coasters I'm going to ride with my son when we go to amusement parks and all the other fun things I can finally do this year. So excited to start this year out not feeling dumpy and ashamed of myself because I once again let myself go instead of being committed. Such a great feeling to be proud of what you've accomplished and feel great about how you look. And all the little NSV's. I've never taken so many pictures with me in them before. Hope everybody else is feeling blessed for making the best decision we could have ever made.

I usually get hiccups if I drink or eat too fast. Maybe slow down and see if that works.

I don't have a resolution this year. More of a promise to myself. I usually do the whole diet and exercise thing too. But this year I can focus on the shopping trip I'm planning with my daughter (because I really need clothes that fit) and the roller coasters I'm going to ride with my son when we go to amusement parks and all the other fun things I can finally do this year. So excited to start this year out not feeling dumpy and ashamed of myself because I once again let myself go instead of being committed. Such a great feeling to be proud of what you've accomplished and feel great about how you look. And all the little NSV's. I've never taken so many pictures with me in them before. Hope everybody else is feeling blessed for making the best decision we could have ever made.

Feeling great 8 weeks out!!

Feeling great 8 weeks out!!

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I had a great thanksgiving. Most of my family hasn't seen me eat yet. And being in the pureed stage my meals are interesting. There were a couple jokes when I started up the blender. But it was all in fun. First time I could see plate between my food. And I wasn't disappointed that I didn't get a second plate.

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My insurance required 6 months. I lost 44 pounds in that six months. Then I kept getting asked if I was still going to go through with it and why don't I just try on my own. I already tried that. Even my Dr office said it's one thing to lose it is another to keep it off. People like us yoyo. I know cuz I did. I made the decision and stuck with it. It's for life not for a few months. You can do it.

Hello everybody. I was sleeved October 29th. My hv 279 day of surgery 235 current 226. I'm feeling good. Enjoying my time off. I went and got groceries yesterday. I love home cooked meals for my kids. But it does get tiring quicker than it used to.

Sorry forgot my gw. But would be great to be 199

Can I still join? Cw 226

I have a 12 year old boy and a 7 year old girl. I've explained almost everything to them through this process. They have both been helpful and understand it's best for mommy. And my daughter has been giving me so many extra hugs and kisses lately. It makes the journey a little easier.

Hello. I am being sleeved Oct 29th. I started at 279 I am currently at 240 this pre op liquid diet is pry the hardest thing I have had to do so far. How are you coping?

Thanks for the encouraging words. My liquid diet is only 6 days. My stomach is cramping and I feel like I've had the flu for 3 days. I did sit in the same room as my kids while they ate pizza. Which was a weakness for me. I am happy to say I survived without a bite.

Good luck! My surgery is scheduled for Oct 29th. I can't wait.