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I find myself struggling to see the changes that everyone else sees lately. Well, my mind is finally catching up with my body! I get it and see it now! I was banded 12/3/12 and I'm 7months post-op and have lost over 70lbs! I feel better mentally and physically. I have been hitting the gym at 4am, 4-5x's week and it is paying off. My before pic is 7/5/12 in the blue shirt is before surgery and my after pic in the pink dress is 7/5/13, exactly one year apart. I had no clue till I posted the new pic on FB and everyone was commenting on it so I looked up pics from last summer and I was like "now I see it". All i can say is What a difference a year can make"! Also my beautiful Bambino in the pics is my main motivation to get healthy and active for her. :) <3

Also thanks to everyone on LBT for sharing their stories, struggles and victories. This site has kept me going and staying focused on the long term goals!

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you look amazing congrats :)

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You go girl!!!! You don't even look like the same person anymore although you still had a very pretty face before, you're a doll now. Keep up the good work!!!!

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Thanks for sharing!! You look so beautiful !! Your hard work and dedication is paying off.

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You look amazing!! Fabulous job! :)

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Wow, you really do look amazing and you are right, what a difference a year can make! :D Congratulations on your success, stay motivated, on track and look forward to seeing mre fabulous updates from you!

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What a lucky bambina you have! Way to go, mama!

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Look at the NEW you! You look fantastic!!

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Great job! You look amazing!

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Fantastic! You look fantastic! Good job!

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Good job ! Keep up the good work!

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You look great! Terrific job workin at it this year - it def shows.

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You look amazing! Congrats!

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Thanks everyone for all the kind and encouraging words! This was the best decision I ever made and I am determined to reach my GOALS!

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