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When friends and family want to join you for workout sessions or walking because your weight loss is inspiring them to get healthier, too.

I don't have much to show yet (as I am only 2 months Post-Op), but wanted to share a Before and After picture so far.
Picture on the left is me at 356 on October 24, 2015 (1 month BEFORE surgery).
Picture on the right is me down 40 pounds at 316 on Christmas Day 2015 (1 month AFTER surgery).

You don't feel guilty sitting next to someone on the bus as you now only take up your half of the seat.

Can were knee high boots now because calves are skinny!

You put clothes in the dryer hoping they shrink instead of hanging them up wet so the don't

hell ya!! I want new boobs when I get done - probably not at 60!!!

Highest Weight: 317lbs
Waist: 42 US
Shirt: XXL
Surgery Weight: 280lbs
Goal Weight: 200lbs
Current Weight: 176LBS
Waist: 32 US
Shirt: M
Surgery date 11/17/2014
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After:




You all look so amazing, keep pushing on. Keep the faith.

I actually didn't have to have brachioplasty (arm lift). I was pretty lucky there. I did a lot of strength training throughout my weight loss, and I think that helped. Plus I just never carried all that much excess weight in my arms to begin with. I have a little bit of wobbly skin there, but nothing requiring surgical intervention.
My stomach on the other hand, there was just no amount of exercising or moisturizing that was going to take care of THAT much loose skin, so I had a Tummy Tuck and could not be more thrilled with the results! But for anyone considering a tummy tuck, understand that it is SERIOUS surgery. The recovery time and pain are a million times worse than WLS.

Bought a WHITE puffy coat yesterday without looking like the Stay Puft Marshmallow mascot!

I got in my car this morning without my winter coat on, and the seat feels so big. I feel small now driving my car.

When the smallest size in the plus-size store is too big... I am still in disbelief that a plus size 12 was too big for me at Torrid. OR that I fit a pair of 12's at Express. I'm convinced both designers run bigger, however it was just so cool to see. ☺

You look AMAZING!!

You look AMAZING!!

You look AMAZING!!

You look AMAZING!!

It's my 1year anniversary!!
SW: 285.4
BMI: 47.5
CW: 164.4
BMI: 23.5
Total loss: 121lbs!

This is a BIG one for me. I bought regular calf sized boots (not wide) and did not die after wearing them to a party!
(Check out the leggings! Lol. I was proud of myself for wearing them outside )

This is a BIG one for me. I bought regular calf sized boots (not wide) and did not die after wearing them to a party!
(Check out the leggings! Lol. I was proud of myself for wearing them outside )

When the smallest size in the plus-size store is too big... I am still in disbelief that a plus size 12 was too big for me at Torrid. OR that I fit a pair of 12's at Express. I'm convinced both designers run bigger, however it was just so cool to see. ☺

When the smallest size in the plus-size store is too big... I am still in disbelief that a plus size 12 was too big for me at Torrid. OR that I fit a pair of 12's at Express. I'm convinced both designers run bigger, however it was just so cool to see. ☺

...when you need to buy new underwear because you Boxer Briefs have become loose Boxers

Collar bones!! I can see and feel my collarbones for the first time in almost 18 yrs!!

When the smallest size in the plus-size store is too big... I am still in disbelief that a plus size 12 was too big for me at Torrid. OR that I fit a pair of 12's at Express. I'm convinced both designers run bigger, however it was just so cool to see. ☺

When the smallest size in the plus-size store is too big... I am still in disbelief that a plus size 12 was too big for me at Torrid. OR that I fit a pair of 12's at Express. I'm convinced both designers run bigger, however it was just so cool to see. ☺