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I post almost everything, but I will not post my stomach. That, my friends, needs surgical intervention. There is no coming back naturally on that one. And my butt looks like that on an 80 year old man I think (hope) I’m done losing. I weighed this morning; 101.6 - fully clothed (with shoes- light clothing). I only notice the issue with my face/cheeks wrinkles recently. Which reminds me- I’m off to make a smoothie! Good day!

I’m really surprised/disappointed HOW much skin/wrinkles the weight loss has left me with. Who has had a facelift consult here?? My cheeks/neck are not doing so well. Should I give it some time???

Skinny! Go Sheri! Hot!

Any updates?

YES!!! I went to a nice consignment store the other day and tried on a few pairs of jeans. One size 4 Was Way too big. A size 2 Was Way too small. A size 0 fit. All different brands. Anyway it was my first time shopping consignment and I found three shirts and a jacket I ended up taking home. I was eyeballing a pair of Chanel high heels but I walked away. I never will forget them though. Maybe one day.....

You could be the damn instructor!!!

February was the perfect month for me to have the surgery. Good luck with yours!February was the perfect month for me to have the surgery. Good luck with yours!

OK y’all. After I posted my comment I was so scared of the rebuttals that I Was scared to get back on here. Today is my first time logging on. Glad I wasn’t alone and again I don’t want to isolate anyone at all. Things are still going great with me. I’m losing had about a half a pound a month now. As of this morning I weighed 103 pounds. I went to Philadelphia and had an awesome trip! I feel like a completely different person now. I feel beautiful and confident. This surgery has changed my life. I have never felt this way about myself ever before!!!!!! I feel like I can finally live for the first time at 42 years old. It almost makes me want to cry !!

I am just a couple of pounds away from goal and trying to stop my weight loss. I bought a whole wardrobe back in June that doesn’t even fit me now. I am finally springing for some nice items as I have a trip to Philadelphia coming up tomorrow! I bought this T-shirt yesterday and my daughter took a picture of me in the store when I tried it on. I really enjoy shopping now. I have never enjoyed shopping in my entire life since I was in my early 20s. It is something I could do every day now!

Hey girl happy birthday!

I’m sorry and I really hope that didn’t sound negative, hurtful or anything else....

I’m just going to speak for myself on this and I hope it does not offend anyone - in particular Emz. I feel like everything I post on here is something I expect the entire world to see and read. I also know there are other people that have been on our February forum that were not February surgery buddies. Frustur8 Has been a regular with us and she had surgery prior to February. I don’t think November was implying anyone had more rank, what she was saying related back to a previous post a few weeks ago. Sheri has a big presence on here because she is one of our regular posters. That’s just my personal opinion. I personally invite anybody on here At any stage in their journey. But again that’s just my opinion. I think we all talk directly to one another openly. I know I often complement and comment on people‘s posts directly to them as do they to me. I guess I just don’t understand quite where this is coming from. I’m sure November did not mean to offend or upset anyone! I kind of think it is sweet she referred to Sheri as the queen! That doesn’t mean any of us are not important. Hope that doesn’t bother you or anyone else. I just want everyone to feel welcome and embraced here! Please don’t be upset with me for sharing my thoughts. I just kind of felt like we were pushing November out with this comment and I don’t want anyone to feel that way...

I’m Having the same problem. When I go to restaurants even if I want a salad Im now Deliberately selecting high calorie items. I can’t eat enough and I don’t get enough calories - and I eat whenever I want, whatever I want. I still look good but it’s starting to Teeter on getting too thin.

I’m just getting caught up after having not logged on for a couple of days/weeks. So there may be more comments on this but I am so fascinated. As you know I also struggle with tremendous back and neck pain. I had implants placed in 2008. So to have those removed/reduced I’m sure would not be covered by insurance. I desperately desperately need a tummy tuck. Which of course would not be covered either. Mine is more cosmetic but the skin on my stomach is terribly unsightly. I’ve never seen anything like it. I was carrying all of my weight at waist. Anyway I wish you luck and please keep us updated. Private message me if you refer to as things progress. I’m happy for you!

BLOWN.AWAY!!! Congratulations!!!

I’ll be honest I was confused when I look at these two pictures because I wasn’t sure what I was supposed to be looking for in the first picture. You look so different!!! I know you’re frustrated but maybe it is some muscle weight gain? You look great!

Sheri sorry but you are sexy!!!! My stomach looks like elephant skin but oh well. At least I can walk on the beach now. I tried to enjoy the beach before my surgery and my hips and ankles hurt so bad I could barely get down a little ways and back. I am not proud of how my stomach and back of my legs look because of the texture of my skin but I’m just trying to focus on the good stuff.... You look amazing in this outfit!

WOW!!! You are gorgeous! You were beautiful before and you are even more beautiful now

Screen shot of my Amazon Window shopping. (With my future lotto winnings.). I’ll keep them in my Amazon cart. Just in case ! One more outfit and I’m done. I bought this back in June and it is kind of a little loose now. Got it from express. I’m excited to wear it but hopefully here in Florida it still looks seasonally appropriate...

I love you guys! My legs scared me to death when I first started losing weight. It was quite shocking how thin they looked but I have definitely learned to appreciate them! Your Definitely rock in that athleisure Sheri! Looking good!

Sheri - To your point there should be some kind of clothing exchange we can set up. I feel the exact same way! I had just bought a bunch of clothes a few months before surgery which are still new with tags. I’m going to try to sell some of them online or donate them like you are suggesting. Painful to see all of that money wasted but I wouldn’t trade being thinner for any of that.

Hi everybody! I am new to this thread. Never have I ever wanted to post pictures of myself in any outfit! Much less on a public forum! But I’m so excited that I really feel good about myself. Here are a couple of pictures from the last day or two. The jeans I bought in the juniors section at Dillard’s (unbelievable for me - woo hoo!) and the dress I ordered from Amazon. I absolutely love shopping now and I just can’t get enough!

Hey Sherri - now I know where you’ve been posting! I’m going to jump on this outfit of the day bandwagon. I actually love shopping now and I loathed it before. I feel so cute and sexy now! Can’t wait to see some of your outfits!

Emz- Congratulations! I bet you can hit that 19 pound goal. But if you don’t think of all the success you’ve already achieved. Glad to hear from you!

Hi! Sheri congratulations!!!!!!!! Recid- hang in there; I’m sorry you aren’t feeling well. Silver lining... your NOT hungry?! Ok I’m reaching. I hate being nauseated. My appetite has come back in full force. And I can’t stop cooking! In the last few days I’ve made: rice crispy treats, chicken and dumplings, a Mexican chicken casserole, ribs (with sides of course!), and tonight I’m making a shrimp dish. And that’s in addition to the regular stuff being made in our kitchen (frozen pizza, ramen noodles, instant Mac and cheese). I’m not actually eating much of any of it, but I’m thinking about food a lot. With two ravenous teenage boys in the house there is no waste! I’m going to try to focus on vitamins for a few days as I’ve gotten off track there. I think sometimes these cravings come from a lack of nutrients. Im around 104-105 now, lost maybe a pound in the last month. Some of the (tight) clothes I bought in June are getting roomy. I like how I look now. And overall I feel better. I had another epidural on my back yesterday so I’ve been up since 1:30 am in pain. Just couldn’t get comfy so thought I’d check in here. Hope everyone is good! Love y’all!