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YES I am still overweight but the weight is coming off! I am so happy because I am smaller right now than I was 4 years ago. I am happy because I no longer have to take my insulin resistance medication. I am happy because even though I am not shopping in the petite section, I can actually find my size in some stores.

In March I was a size 28 womens or 4x, now in July I am a size 22-24 or 2x. My Husband says that I am "HOT", and I think more of my appearance now because i wanna keep getting those compliments!

Surgery Day: April 11 (Lapband with Gastric Plication)

Starting Weight 355

Target Weight 145

Current Weight 300

Band Fill 3.5cc

Since getting surgery, I have become more active because I go to the gym 3 times a week and I see a fitness coach and a dietician. Everyone is amazed at the weight loss. I feel so much better and I have a pep in my step! I am hoping that I could lose about 20 more pounds before christmas.Even though I am still 150 pounds away from my goal, I am one step closer! Wish me luck! Anyway, I just wanted to tell someone that I lost 55 pounds.

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YES I am still overweight but the weight is coming off! I am so happy because I am smaller right now than I was 4 years ago. I am happy because I no longer have to take my insulin resistance medication. I am happy because even though I am not shopping in the petite section, I can actually find my size in some stores.

In March I was a size 28 womens or 4x, now in July I am a size 22-24 or 2x. My Husband says that I am "HOT", and I think more of my appearance now because i wanna keep getting those compliments!

Surgery Day: April 11 (Lapband with Gastric Plication)

Starting Weight 355

Target Weight 145

Current Weight 300

Band Fill 3.5cc

Since getting surgery, I have become more active because I go to the gym 3 times a week and I see a fitness coach and a dietician. Everyone is amazed at the weight loss. I feel so much better and I have a pep in my step! I am hoping that I could lose about 20 more pounds before christmas.Even though I am still 150 pounds away from my goal, I am one step closer! Wish me luck! Anyway, I just wanted to tell someone that I lost 55 pounds.

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You can do that easy by Christmas. I had my surgery April 4th and am now down 80 pounds (I know I need to fix my ticker) I am hoping to hit 100 by my birthday in October! It is a lot of work, I work out 5 days a week and ride my bike almost everyday. I started out a size 26 and am now down to a 18 and some 16's! It is hard not to look at the plus size clothes, you will be their soon too! congrats and keep up the good work.

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I have a feeling you're going to lose way more than 20 pounds by Christmas. I started out right about the same place you did and lost 85 pounds the first 8 months. You're already 10 pounds ahead of where I was at the same point. You're doing great. Keep up the good work!

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Hi Cindy and Brenda,

Thanks for the encouraging words, and Brenda I hope to be 100 pounds down before the end of the year too. I guess that I didn't want to set myself up for failure. I hope that you make it, at your rate of weight loss I am sure that you will. I just want to shop anywhere with out having to search for the plus size section every time. My goal is to be a size 10, and I will get there.

Thanks :)

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AWESOME!!! Congratulations :)

YES I am still overweight but the weight is coming off! I am so happy because I am smaller right now than I was 4 years ago. I am happy because I no longer have to take my insulin resistance medication. I am happy because even though I am not shopping in the petite section, I can actually find my size in some stores.

In March I was a size 28 womens or 4x, now in July I am a size 22-24 or 2x. My Husband says that I am "HOT", and I think more of my appearance now because i wanna keep getting those compliments!

Surgery Day: April 11 (Lapband with Gastric Plication)

Starting Weight 355

Target Weight 145

Current Weight 300

Band Fill 3.5cc

Since getting surgery, I have become more active because I go to the gym 3 times a week and I see a fitness coach and a dietician. Everyone is amazed at the weight loss. I feel so much better and I have a pep in my step! I am hoping that I could lose about 20 more pounds before christmas.Even though I am still 150 pounds away from my goal, I am one step closer! Wish me luck! Anyway, I just wanted to tell someone that I lost 55 pounds.

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55 lbs is great!! And the news about not needing insulin is even better! I'm really happy for you!

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youcandothis.gifhurray.gifparty.gifFEFE!

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youcandothis.gifhurray.gifparty.gifFEFE!

Thanks that is so sweet! I am celebrating. I never thought I could lose this kind of weight ever.:D

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You're doing incredibly and it sounds like you have a super supportive husband which makes it so much easier! Your attitude is great and you sound like you will hit all your goals. Keep up the great work and keep us posted on your progress, you hottie!!!! LOL :rolleyes:

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You're doing incredibly and it sounds like you have a super supportive husband which makes it so much easier! Your attitude is great and you sound like you will hit all your goals. Keep up the great work and keep us posted on your progress, you hottie!!!! LOL :rolleyes:

In about 50 more pounds down, I may see myself as a Hottie :lol: I will keep everyone posted. The next 50 lbs will be even better. And yes, m hubby is my rock and I love that even when I was my heaviest he has Never once called me FAT. For that is the reason for my success because I have someone that is always checking on my progress every step of the way.

Thank You,

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