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Hi my name is Melinda and I'm seven months post-op. I started at 240lbs and my current weight is 177lbs. I decided to have wls when noticed that the bigger I got the less pictures I was in. It was like I was erasing myself from history. I refused to let that happen so I made the decision that changed my life!

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I also refused to take pictures. Really ticked off my husband! We vacation a lot and I got tired of not being able to do excursions because I exceeded the weight limit. I am only 4 days post op but I am looking forward to being in all of our vacation shots!

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OMG I know the feeling about vacation. Horseback riding limit is 260 lbs ... and I LOVE horse riding!

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I am 7 months out toooo! Banded in October, down 70 lbs, and feel awesome. I have about 50 to go until i'm where I wanna be, and confident I will get there. I started at 325, now i'm at 255 and I cannot tell you how much better I feel. My feet/ankles/knees feel better, I have more energy, I can already fit better in restaurant booths and movie theater seats. Can't WAIT to be able to ride horses and not be embarassed to go on rides at theme parks!

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I know what you mean about the rides I'm excited to go on some roller coasters this weekend while we're on vacation in Florida. Feliciadawn-that is awesome I hope you continue with great success on your weight loss journey!

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I can understand what you are saying, I didn't realize that is exactly what I have been doing for about 3 years now. I am so ready to move on to my new life. May 2012 has been an emotional roller coaster for me, it seems the minute I decided to change my life for the better I have had nothing but challenges thrown my way. I know I will be stronger in the end but geeze it's hard. I love this forum it reminds me that i am not alone.

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