beachgal2935

Thank you so much everyone! I can't seem to lose these last 5 lbs. so I may be where my body decides it wants to stay. Hoping to have skin removal surgery next year so that should be at least 10 lbs. Best of Luck to all on their journey to health!!!

Can't wait to see you! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

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@@cdeisroth Thank you

These pics are NOT easy to share because I have No make-up on and tons of loose skin and wrinkles, hence the the Yikes in my title! All that being said, I couldn't be happier and healthier. Last Summer I was wearing a size 22 swimsuit and the one I have on in the pic is a size 10, so YAY! Having had gastric bypass has truly saved my life. I was a slow but steady loser (can't exercise much due to a chronic nerve condition) and only have a few more pounds to go. These last 10 lbs. are the hardest. Being obese for 30 years took it's toll on me but I'm so happy now that I refuse to dwell in the past. Advice for those just starting out ... Take "Before" pics and measure yourself!!! Here are my stats: 54 years young 5' 2" tall HW 285 SW 260 CW 138 GW 130 Inches Lost chest: 12" above waist: 21" waist (@@belly button): 18" below waist (apron): 19" hips: 15" thighs: 8" knees: 3" arms: 6"

Congrats everyone! I'm 13 months post-op today and feel wonderful at the ripe young age of 54

Congrats Beautiful! Being healthy is the BEST!!!

Quest bars rock for me! My faves are Vanilla Almond Crunch for on-the-go, Cinnamon roll torn in half and microwaved for 20 seconds and sprinkled with a lil Splenda for Breakfast and chocolate Brownie torn into 8 pieces and microwaved on a plate for 20-25 seconds then sprinkled with a lil (less than pictured - LOL) Splenda in the evening - BEST Cookies EVER

Thanks again everyone for your kind words

My hunger came back around 6 months and it freaked me out! I'm now 1 year post-op and it's still very real. I have steered clear of all bread, Pasta, rice, etc. since surgery and plan to stay on that track. When I feel the ole hunger monster screaming, I opt for Protein2o Water and it shuts him up - LOL! I absolutely love the stuff. Groupon had it on sale and (don't laugh) I bought 15 boxes (12 in each) so I'm set for awhile

Your fat cells merely shrink Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I'm 1 year post-op RNY and for me I've just said "NO"! I haven't had even one bite of bread, Pasta, rice, crackers, chips, etc. I feel it's just garbage and would lead me to a regain. That's just NOT gonna happen!!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Thank you everyone for your kind words! I'm so very blessed to have had this life-changing procedure. I feel younger at 54 than I have over the past 25+ years. So much more than a number on a scale

At 54 and my skin being stretched out for 27+ years, I have lots of loose skin. I have an extra set of arms, thighs and extra belly skin - LOL! What I don't have? My DD's but instead a couple of pancakes. Gotta laugh or I might cry. I'm OK with it all because I took this drastic step to prevent another stroke! I'd do it again in a heart beat Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I took pics every 3 months Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

At Mayo we're told to keep the regain to no more than 5 lbs. We have support groups that meet once per month and a Facebook page to support one another. I feel it's one of the keys to success! There's a website bariatriceating.com that is run by a 15 year, post-op woman who experienced regain. They have a back on track program with great recipes and a Facebook page as well. Best of luck to you Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Read the book "Trust" by Iyanla Vanzant. It will change your life. You'll find your one true love this time You're beautiful! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Hard to believe what a difference a year can make... lost 121 lbs. so far! So glad I took "Before" pics and actually saved the clothes (3X top & 2X pants) to try on again at my 1 year Surgiversary! Here are the pics to show the difference, along with a couple of current pics in clothes that actually fit (tops M & jeans S). Having RNY (4/21/15) was one of the best decisions I've ever made! "Thank you" to all who've encouraged, supported and loved me every step of the way. Here's hoping everyone can be the Happiest and Healthiest version of themselves 54 years young 5' 2" tall HW: 285 SW: 260 CW: 139 GW: 130

These waters are delicious and have 15g of quality Protein & electrolytes in one 16 oz. bottle. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

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I live in Florida and we have a couple Goodwill Bluetique stores. They have new clothes (several designer) & accessories that are donated from local boutiques. I've found most of my cute things at Ross, Kohl's and Beall's. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

I'm almost 1 year post-op and I've heard it all. Most everyone has been very sweet to me. My 80 year old mother seems to have the hardest time with it. She's worried I'll blow away - LOL! I let anything negative go because the complications of being obese caused me to have a stroke 2 1/2 years ago. At 54, my health and happiness is #1 now Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App

Clothes, clothes and more clothes. I'll even buy something smaller than I can wear at the time and look forward to when it fits. Unfortunately, I have several of those items that are too big now and still have the tags hanging on them I just list those and all my old "fat" clothes on eBay and let someone else enjoy them. My end goal will be to have skin removal surgery but that won't be until at least 18 months post-op! When I hit my 1 year surgiversary (4/21/16) I will put on my "before" outfit I took pics in and take new "after" pics. Can't wait to see the comparison! It was really hard to take those before pics but now, so glad it did!!!

I've had it every day and I'll be 1 year post-op RNY 4/21/16! Love it as my coffee creamer and when I make Protein pudding and frozen pudding pops My NUT at Mayo gives it 2 thumbs up and my Bariatric team there has been nothing short of wonderful! Down 120 lbs. so no complaints from me.