Kimmes

Grrrrrrrr, dang, I don't think I am going to make it!!! I just am finally breaking an almost 3 week stall () but, dont think I can possibly drop these 4+ pounds by Sunday . I love this challenge tho and will certainly sign up for the 4th of July one! AND I will keep working hard to get to my Easter goal - I will take every ounce I can get! On a better note...every size 14 has been removed from my closet and now it is filled with 12's and 10's! Today I am in a fashion show for work - Spring and Summer wear ( business casual appropriate). Both of my outfits are from the Limited - size 12 and 10's! I will try to get some pictures so I can post my modeling debut! Look out Americas Next Top Middle Aged Model Search - here I come! SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................184.6..........179.9...........4.7 Kim

Congrats!!!!

I also went with Dr Ramos-Kelly and had an amazing experience. I did NOT work through any US coordinator I worked directly with Trish his personal coordinator in TJ. I got great service, personal attention and feel like I made a life long friend in Trish and Dr Kelly. They have changed my life forever! Do your research - but I can personally recommend Dr Kelly! Kim

Wow I am shocked by this post BeachBum! Please read my personal experience and you will see the exact opposite of what you are writing! Lucerna is an upgrade over the basic hotel and it does indeed always cost $22 more - Your coordinator Sandy should have told you that in advance so you would not think Trish was "hitting you up". That is very offensive to me - it is her job to collect this additional $$ to cover the cost - it is more expensive than the basic hotel that is included in the basic package - again Sandy should explain that to you. As far as admitting to various hospitals - Mexico is far different from the US. I think these doctors are required to have a certain "volume" of patients in order to use facilities. The cost difference can be significant and most patients are looking at the total cost as once of the decision factors when going to Mexico - I just think Dr Kelly does not have enought patients who want to pay the extra $$$ to use Hospital Angeles (for example) and INT was not as nice as Florance from what I hear. So be for you say "Florance is the only hospital he is allowed to practice at" I suggest you understand the reason behind that! You make it sound like it is because of Dr Kelly - when it actually comes down to cost and # of patients. My experience with both Dr Kelly and Trish was excellent! I would not hesitate to take any family member or friend to Dr Kelly. There was no survival bag given to me - but they did provide gaterade, broth and a follow up diet. What was most important to me was the surgical care from Dr Kelly A++++, the cleanliness of the hospital A++ and my personal safety A+++. You have never posted before and you come on here and bash an excellent surgeon and his kind personal coordinator/assistant, resort to name calling and racist comments - something is shady about this post. Kim

Congrats and I must say you are beautiful and look AMAZING! Keep working it and those last 40 will come off! I have come to a major stall the last 2 weeks and have upped my excercize lots - still stalling but know it will come off. I am 29 pounds away from goal. We just need to stay focused! Congrats again, I am so proud of you - I have been following you since you were pre-sleeve and have enjoyed your journey with you! Kim

I just wanted to wish you well on your journey! Have a safe surgery and uneventful recovery! Please say hi to Dr Kelly and Trish for me! We will be saving a spot for you here on the losers bench! Hugs and prayers going your way this week! Please let us know when you are on the other side! Kim

Horray! Congrats! This will be an amazing journey! Take lots of before measurements and photos! You will want to see your progress as you go! Best wishes!! Kim

My favorites are Jay Robb also! Best that I have tasted!!! MMMMMMMMMMMMMM

SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................185.6..........179...........6.6 Slowly working my way to 179!!!! Whoot! I love my sleeve!

I chose Dr Kelly and had a wonderful experience - read my blog and former posts and you can see my story. He is a wonderful surgeon and kind man. I felt safe and informed every step of the way! Love Love love him! Please message me if you want details. I worked directly with his personal assistant Trish and did not book through a US coordinator. Got wonderful service, assistance every step of the way! Best gift I ever gave myself! I have never read a negative thing about Dr Kelly nor adverse outcomes that I am aware of. Best wishes on your journey!

CONGRATS! That is awesome news. What a blessing!!!!!! I am sending my love and prayers to you daily till the little bundle of joy arrives safely in your arms! Kim

You tell Olivia that I will send them to her personally when I out grow them! PROMISE! Did she ever schedule surgery????

My feet have shrunk... Before surgery I was a 8 my shoes are all getting big - last shoe shopping adventure I bought 3 pair and they were all 7 or 7.5. So my feet have shrunk with my body!

I have 2 wonderful NSV this week and I wanted to share - I need a couple of pairs of jeans - my old ones are WAY to big so I took them to the consignment shop and was down to 2 pair that fit - OK. I decided to go ahead and shop for a couple of pairs of jeans to fit me on my way to goal. Right now I am wearing mostly 12s and I thought I would try to find a pair of jeans - a fun trendy pair so I tried on these brands: Miss Me, Big Star, MKE, Buckle, Silver etc. I was trying on anything from 33 waist down to 31. I am taller an need 34 length - not always easy to find. I was SUPER happy that I decided to run into JC Penny and spotted a few A.N.A> brand jeans that were cute so off I go to the dressing room with 5 pairs of size 12 to try.........none fit. To ....baggy!??? I ended up buying one pair of size 10's and the best part was they were only $27 - whoot. I really wanted 2 pair so I headed to the Buckle store and must have tried on 20 pair of jeans..... ended up spending WAY WAY to much on a pair of Rock Revival jeans ($168-eek!). But decided this was my gift to myself for losing 52 pounds to date. And they just really made me feel so good when I looked at them. I am going to ask my honey to take a few pictures for my progress file later today and I will post. They are 31 x 34 and I love them....!! Shopping is getting way to fun. I must slow down on that until I make goal! I love my sleeve!

CONGRATS!!!! That sure feels good doesn't it!!

SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................187.2..........179...........8.2 I think I can do this! April 1st - I am going to jump start this by adding some gym days. This is going to be the first Easter in a LONG time that I actually look forward to buying an Easter outfit!

Look at you! Health and beautiful! Congrats.

WOW!!!! Your transformation inspires and and it is so wonderful to see the results in pictures! Congratulations to you - job well done! You should be proud of yourself! Cheers to the healthy new you!

50 pounds down - gone forever!! SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................189.6..........179...........10.6 I can really do this! I love my sleeve!

Wowsa! You are doing great and look amazing! 50 pounds gone forever! Congrats! Kim

Started the journey at 239.8 day of surgery (Jan 6, 2011) was 217 today I am 192.6 - I am 9 weeks out tomorrow. So that is -24.4 since surgery day 2 months ago.

Best wishes tomorrow! Sending lots of prayer your way this week. Please say hi to Dr Kelly, Trish and Sam for me - Tell them Kim in Minnesota sends her love! You are in great hands! Kim

Sending best wishes and prayers your way today! Kim

SN..............Starting Wt........Current.......Goal.......Lbs to Goal Kimmes.......239.8................194.3..........179...........15.3

Julie - I love you girlie! I always watch your update videos and you inspire me! I will get my dancing shoes on later today when I get home from work and I intend to dance with you - to Celebrate your 100 lbs, your wonderfully inspiring attitude you give us all HOPE and inspiration! Your beautiful smile makes me smile and I hope to do a similar dance this summer! I have 39 more pounds till I reach my goal. While it's not a 100 pounds that I had to lose - each and every pound gone helps me gain new confidence and happiness. So thank you for sharing your story, your videos and your life with us! And Happy Birthday next week. Celebrate your success and enjoy the day! You are an amazing woman! Kim :Banane04: :Banane04: :Banane03: