So, I started my weight loss surgery journey last October when I had the dreaded lapband placed. As of today, I've lost a total of 100 pounds.

I lost weight initially with the band, but gained some back when I lost restriction and complications started. I've officially lost 93 pounds since revising to the vertical sleeve gastrectomy, and a total weight loss of 100 pounds today.

What an amazing life-changing experience this has all been ! ! ! I haven't been this weight since probably my sophomore year in high school. I'm more active, and definitely happier with my relationship with food. I am in more control now than I have ever been. People ask me "don't you miss eating like a normal person?" In all reality, there are some days where I'd love to throw down a few pieces of pizza, but I also know that I can be completely satisfied with just one piece of pizza. I eat anything and everything I want just in smaller portions. I love this new life, I love that I have control, and have found other means to deal with life stressors, and all the ups and downs. Food was my best friend. It was my comforter, my security, my void filler, my everything, now it's just fueling my body, and I'm able to be free of the chains of emotional eating.

Just a few more pounds until I hit goal. I did just start a new workout/strength training program at the YMCA so my loss will slow a bit, but I'm toning and strengthening my entire body.

Yea Tiffy! Congratulations. The Florida beaches better look out this spring break! You are looking sooo awsome.

Feel good girlfriend.

Thank you so much for sharing/caring all these months.

You are an inspiration to me.

Congratulations!!! Thank you for sharing your story with us and helping us with our journey and concerns..

I'm late on this thread, but Tiff that is AWESOME! You must feel like a brand new woman. I hope you treat yourself to something nice! :thumbup1:)

-Ruby

Fantastic, Tiff! Your sleeve ROCKS!

Congrats Tiff! You're an inspiration to us all. Keep up the good work!

WOW congratulations! You are an inspiration for all us pre-surgery people and to hear you say you can eat anything you want and are satisfied is thrilling to me 2 days pre-op and nervous if I'm making the right choice. You have just reinvigorated me into knowing I'm doing the right thing! Thank you!

~Chandra

Thank you all so very much. For all of you pre-ops, please know that you can and will be successful as long as you surround your mind, body and spirit with everything positive. I know it sounds corny, but it's so true. For any of the struggling sleevesters, don't give up, get back to basics, and know that each day brings a new beginning. The sleeve is a fabulous tool, and there are so many wonderful things that come each day.

I know it seems like it won't happen, or that it's impossible, but yesterday when I slid on a Medium size sweater at Old Navy I almost cried. The size 14 jeans were perfect, and those are just a couple of things that make me realize just awesome this new lifestyle is for me. My husband sneaking into the shower with me, and saying "you're so tiny" is a nice little reminder that I'm getting there day by day.

I don't know what I would do without you guys and gals. This forum has been an amazing support system for me, and I'm blessed to know each and every one of you.

Thank you again.

We love you Tiff!

Congratulations Tiffykins!!!!!! How exciting for you!

Tiffkins,

Congratulations and big 'ole hugs! I am not sleeved yet, but stories like yours are such an inspiration. THanks for sharing your success - gives me, and I know others, hope - that is a good thing to be sharing! WAY TO GO!

CONGRATS! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK! :thumbup1:

Congrats Tif! That is soooooooo fantastic! You really are an inspiration to us all!

And btw Chancie you are looking fabulous yourself- I love the new pic!

Congrats Tif! That is really quite an accomplishment. You are an inspiration.

I'm so happy for you Tiffy. You are a great role model for all of us.

CONGRATS! i'm so happy for you! (hug)