AllyJonesVSG

Wow! I've been gone from the forums for a while and didn't realize how much I missed the positivity and support! My NSV is that a neighbor from way down the block stopped me in the street this week to ask me if I'd lost a lot of weight because I "look amazing"! It was nice to hear. Off to read up on everyone's posts and update my stats, etc.

Wow! I've been gone from the forums for a while and didn't realize how much I missed the positivity and support! My NSV is that a neighbor from way down the block stopped me in the street this week to ask me if I'd lost a lot of weight because I "look amazing"! It was nice to hear. Off to read up on everyone's posts and update my stats, etc.

Wow! I've been gone from the forums for a while and didn't realize how much I missed the positivity and support! My NSV is that a neighbor from way down the block stopped me in the street this week to ask me if I'd lost a lot of weight because I "look amazing"! It was nice to hear. Off to read up on everyone's posts and update my stats, etc.

Wow! I've been gone from the forums for a while and didn't realize how much I missed the positivity and support! My NSV is that a neighbor from way down the block stopped me in the street this week to ask me if I'd lost a lot of weight because I "look amazing"! It was nice to hear. Off to read up on everyone's posts and update my stats, etc.

Wow! I've been gone from the forums for a while and didn't realize how much I missed the positivity and support! My NSV is that a neighbor from way down the block stopped me in the street this week to ask me if I'd lost a lot of weight because I "look amazing"! It was nice to hear. Off to read up on everyone's posts and update my stats, etc.

I LOVE this topic! Read every one and cheering for everybody! For me, I literally walked out of a pair of jeans. My heel caught on the hem and they came right down off me. Down a size already! And I'm having a surge of energy in spite of having zero caffeine (I was addicted to Diet Coke pre-surgery.) Got up at 5:30 this morning and cooked eggs for me and hubby (he was shocked, LOL) then took the dogs on a mile-long walk.
Can't wait to see what NSVs the next weeks and months bring.

I went on vacation and had a wonderful time. Wore a swimsuit without clutching my coverup around my butt/thighs. Went PARASAILING!!!! Went snorkeling. Walked up and down the stairs all week on the cruise ship instead of taking the lift.
So. Happy.

This is one of the smartest, most common-sense things I've read anywhere about WLS. Thanks.

Oh, and I'm officially in the 2-teens today, which I have not seen in more than a decade. SO EXCITING. I will have a serious party when I hit the ONE hundreds, which has been more than 15 years ago, I think.

Hey, does anybody want to share their non-food rewards? I hit 60 lbs down today and I'm going to take a long lunch break from work and go see Night School. I've also just scheduled a massage and facial. Whee!
Anybody else? I'd love to build a list of non-food rewards that we can turn to when we deserve a treat but cheesecake is NOT it!
xo
Ally

So awesome!!

Hey, does anybody want to share their non-food rewards? I hit 60 lbs down today and I'm going to take a long lunch break from work and go see Night School. I've also just scheduled a massage and facial. Whee!
Anybody else? I'd love to build a list of non-food rewards that we can turn to when we deserve a treat but cheesecake is NOT it!
xo
Ally

Nice!! I can only dream of 90 lbs. Congrats!! I did just treat myself to two new pairs of boots...

Mandy!!! You are 81 lbs down!! How amazing is that?? And it won't come back!! How long did it take you to lose 81 lbs before? Focus on that and tell yourself how amazing you are because I think you're a rock star!!!

Ooh I love this! I have one, too, I may start doing this.

so very happy for you Taoz, good to see good things happening in YOUR life!

I plan to buy myself a fishing kayak when I reach goal weight (60-65kg). I had looked at them a few years ago but came to the conclusion that I was really too heavy to be able to safely and comfortably use the most stable/suitable fishing kayaks available. We just spent a weekend camping with some families from my kids school and several brought some small kids and larger tandem kayaks and my son and husband loved them I'll have to get a wetsuit to go with it (something I also wasn't keen to do at size 24/26).

I will also be getting myself some new fishing waders as I'm already swimming in my old ones, plus my feet are shrinking a bit and my old ones were sized to include my orthotics I used to need.

I already did a massive clothes shopping trip a few weeks ago, out of necessity, as I"m now a size 16 and my old size 22-26 spring/summer clothing wasn't going to work at all. I stuck with very affordable stuff from k-mart/best and less though, as I'd likely be needing stuff in smaller sizes again in another 3-4 months (though I can start borrowing stuff from my sister and mum soon too)

Clothes! Clothes! Clothes!
Besides necessity, there are a few reasons it is fun:
1. I am no longer limited to plus sizes. Exploring stores and having more options is amazing, whole new world of possibilities. 🤩
2. My body has a better shape so it is actually possible to look good in clothes. I don't feel like a blob anymore 😊
3. If done right, shopping is decent exercise. Lots of walking. Bring a water bottle and get to work! 😉
Side note: I do love pedicures, but have actually gone less since losing weight bc it is also kinda exciting how easily I can reach my toes! No more huffing and puffing!

Because I shall have to be spending money on clothes later, I try to find rewards that don't cost too much, like a weekend camping, or ten pin bowling or crazy golf.

I have bought many clothing rewards. It is hard not to if you’ve been shopping in plus sizes for years and years!
I have also bought two new bags and a new watch.
I have a vacation planned in March, and that should be pretty close to me at or beyond my goal.
It is so important to reward yourself with non food items, whatever it is you love instead....you deserve it!

Vacations to exotic places in so I save these for big milestones...

If I can lose 4 more pounds before the 10th - One big reward for reaching Onederland - a spa day while on vacation - I can hear the masseuse calling my name.
My first official goal would be reached in 7 lbs - not realistic to think that can / will happen in a week... that would 40lbs lost since day before pre-op - reward - Extended weekend away with the BF.

My non food reward was to buy a motorcycle! I did not want to be heavy on one so I always told myself if I lost enough weight I would finally get one!

Two NSVs from this weekend!
I was able to buy knee-high boots from PAYLESS!! EXCUSE ME???! Last year Torrid's boots were too small for my calves.
Also, I can cross my legs while sitting! I can't actually remember the last time I was able to do this. I don't think I even could in high school! YAAAYYYY!!

I officially weigh less than any of the four men living in my house! (Husband and 3 grown sons, all 6'1" - 6'3")
I have NEVER, EVER, EVER weighed less than my husband in the 30 years we have been together! YEAH!!!!!!