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Congrats! I've skied all my life, no matter how heavy I was. It's 100X more enjoyable being 100Lbs down flying down the slope and less of a danger to those around me if I ever get out of control . I've tried taking up boarding but spent too much time on my ass the two times I went for lessons. Enjoy skiing so much but boarding looks insanely fun. I go with my three kiddos every few weeks. It became a family sport. So happy for you!!!!

Well..what can I say..n nn not bad for a middle age lady. Thank you sleeve!!

Thanks @@thesuse2000 and @@CowgirlJane

Congrats! So happy for you!
I love my (revision to) sleeve too!

As I approach the 4 month anniversary of my revision, I must say I have NO REGRETS!!! I am so glad I went through the process. I had my band removed and sleeved in one surgery Sept 18, 2014. So far my eating is wonderful and I am loving my sleeve. No stuck foods, no spitting up and when I am full, I am just full. There is no reason to over eat with sleeve, you just have to maintain and eat healthy stay away from junk. Are there temptations...of course because I am a cocktail LOVER LOL! I do have my cocktails but like my foods, I have it in moderation and don't over do it. I feel my body transforming and I so love that feeling of seeing a better looking, none tired, more healthier ME!
To compare the band and the sleeve, there is no comparison. The band I had back in 2006 was not the band for me and I am VERY satisfied with my sleeve. If you are thinking about the sleeve, know that it is the best decision you will give to your health

Attached, please see pics of an off white 100% silk skirt suit, size 16. A 100% wool gray shell and jacket, also size 16. Last...a full length gown with beaded embellishments in purple, size 20. If anyone is interested, let me know. One more thing...I'm short so unless you are under 5' 4", they may be too short for you.

I wanted to thank you all for braving the cold the subway and NYC traffic to come and sit a spell with us!! I was very happy to meet you all and you have inspired and reinvigorated me again!!
I think I might even go to the gym tonight even though my poor legs and arm have about 2 colors of the rainbow appearing after my spill up the stairs! What a klutz!
I'm drinking my "fake" food as my boss calls it in the form a Protein Shake gearing up for a good work out hopefully I won't be too sore
Very excited for you @@BloomingLotus please keep in touch with us here and let us know how you are doing!!

Congrats! And thanks for a good meeting, everyone.

It was nice to meet you all as well! Thank you for getting everyone together.
PS - I got my news this morning: I'm officially approved!

Just wanted to thank those who came out yesterday. It was a very good meeting...it always is when you get to meet virtual pals face to face.
I'm going to start working on the clothing exchange and will post here first and then in the clothing exchange area if more people need to be reached.
As we discussed, since many folks take mass transit in our group, it makes more sense to post pictures with short descriptions including size obviously. Let's start that way and see how successful we are. I'll be posting some pictures shortly of some 'better' items I have that I just can't bring myself to simply give away to Goodwill. I'd much prefer if someone on BariatricPal gets first dibs. Stay tuned!

Today's weight: 176.
Lost the holiday regain - yay!

I went for laser hair removal a few years back - partial brazilian, so most, but not all is gone. It's kind of awesome not to have to shave anymore. I just trim what's left once in a while. Hubby and I both love it.
I like having less hair personally, but I also totally admire those who embrace what nature gave them!

This meeting coincides with the 14th annual no-pants subway ride... This could be be quite the interesting commute over! ????

I brought my mac to a repair place this weekend (Tekserve, for any NYC-based mac users out there) and you always have to wait at least a half hour to speak with someone and the chairs are kind of strange and small. When I walked in and saw how far my number was from being called and then looked at the seats and remembered not fitting into them in the past, I had a momentary panic that I'd have to stand awkwardly in the limited standing space, before realizing - hey, I probably fit in these chairs now - and I did! Total NSV!

Interesting thread! I'll just add my two cents to say that all evidence suggests that marijuana has WAY less side effects than a lot of pharmaceuticals - especially vs the benzodiazapine class that are the usual alternative for anxiety. Longterm use of benzos can really take a toll. MJ is such a better option. Glad you got approval from your medical team!

I'm 19 yrs old and have been considering surgery since I was about 17 since I've dealt with obesity my whole life.
My surgery was Nov 18, 2014. I started at 298 and am now at 254! Only 7 weeks out of surgery but have seen a huge difference in how I look!
It's so funny that I look in the mirror every day and always tell myself that I don't see any changes and feel upset and then I actually look at the pics I took right before surgery and how much I've changed. Literally puts me in tears!
Of course I'm still in progress, my goal is to be about 120, I'm hoping that happens! I'm really short, 5'1 so technically that's pushing almost still being overweight lol.
I can't wait to be a year out and look as great as all of you guys! Everyone here is such an inspiration ????

New Year's Eve update
12/13/2012 vs 12/31/2014

This made me realize I needed to upload some pictures. I'm not very photogenic and I don't see much of a difference, but I know its there. The wedding picture was taken in August. The small drivers license pic was taken in April of 14. The rest are all afters.

the top pic is my after(12/2014), and the bottom is mt before(3/2014) right before my surgery.
HW: 311
SW: 297
CW:201
GW: 185
I am 5'7"
I am very happy with my progress thus far. consulting with a plastic surgeon next month about loose skin issues mostly breast. Good luch everyone.

Here are my most recent ones. 140 pounds lost (12 months post op pics). Size 20/22 to size 4.  

Congrats to everyone on the big and little successes! I haven't really posted any before and after pics until now...I guess I felt a little too self conscious, plus, when you're losing over time it's hard to see the progress visually. Everyone (my boyfriend especially) has been telling me how great I look and I think I'm getting to a point where I can believe them.
But here was the best thing of all...about 7 years ago I went on vacation to Myrtle Beach. We went to the Broadway at the Beach amusement park and I tried to ride the swings with my daughter. I was so large that whne they tried to get me into the seat they scraped the skin off my thumb...that's how tight it was. In the end they couldn't safely load all of me into that tiny swing. I had to get off, in front of everyone and somehow explain to my daughter why I couldn't ride. It was humiliating. I'm so happy now to say I went back to Myrtle Beach and fit in the swing! It was one of the most exhilarating moments of my life to date.
So with that success under my belt I'm going to be brave and post my before and after pics. The first set is about a week post-surgery. The last set are from today. I'm 54 pounds down and I've lost quite a few inches. The best part is how wonderful I feel. NO achy knees! NO high blood sugar! NO groaning when I walk up steps! I even broke out a pair of high heeled boots for new years eve! lol The last picture is me in the dress I bought for New Years Eve.
Again, congrats to all! We've worked hard and deserve a moment to just smile and enjoy the progress!

Hello everybody surgery date july 1st 73 pounds lost i posted these at another thread one of my first nsv's tried on wedding dresses bridal sizes 12 and 14!! I was street 22!! Omg my worst fear of not fitting in the dreses its gone still have lil more to go but waoo.. tears of joy for sure not bad for my first dress shopping experience felt beautiful and special for the first time ever. cant wait to try more soon and marry my love and my biggest supporter thanks to all of you too for being inspirations and soo much support everyone looks amazing

Here are a few more!! I know I'm probably posting to many.. I'm just feeling good, an very photogenic now;)[attachment=50359:ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1419671332.093496.jpg]

Most likely have posted before/after pics on here or 1 of these forum group sections before, but here's updated shots!
SW 294 an size 24/26
CW 214 an size 12/13
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