Cross posted from my blog.

A bit of back story.

When John and I met, I was at my heaviest between 265-270. That meant I weighed more than 100 pounds more than he did, and he didn't care. He loved me regardless of my pant size, or what the scale read. I was never one to hide my weight from him even when we were just dating. I wasn't happy at that weight, but I was happy that he loved me for me.

Today, I now weigh about 30lbs less than he does. When he deployed mid-March, I still weighed 100lbs more than he did. He worked out, strength training mainly, and bulked up a bit. I dropped a bunch of weight, and it's like a new found adventure for us. For the first time in my entire life, my husband can carry me. He did it when he first came home, but I made him put me down really quickly. He can hoist my "tiny hiney" (his words) up in his arms, and carry me around the house.

I'll admit, I was still scared of 'hurting' him. But, not anymore ! ! !

I, by no means, have a perfect body, and I have my flaws, but for me this picture is priceless even with the little bulge of my thigh ! ! !

Oh, Tiff, I am so happy for you! What a fantastic picture. You look ecstatic! I am just grinning ear to ear thinking about how things have changed for you. Wow - a true inspiration!

Tiffy you two are so cute!

This photo makes me so happy I could cry, (that means it has really touched my heart). You are a stunning couple...adorable. I hope you will always love, appreciate and cherish one another. It looks like a match made in heaven. God bless you both.

Tiffy, congratulations on recognizing what a wonderful husband you have. You two look adorable together!

Tiff, that is such an incredible photo that shows your joy with the "new you" (and your hubby's joy too!) I love hearing your stories of success...they are inspiring. Keep 'em coming!

Thank you all very much. He is absolutely amazing, I love him so very much, and every day gets a bit better ! ! !

You two look great! I love the tiny hinny comment! Showed daughter and she said! Wow, she looks great, he is "pretty". . . gosh my daughter!

*crying* Oh shesh.....Tiff, that just made me bawl. You look absolutely beautiful, and the look on his face is priceless. It's obvious he loves you however you are.

AWWWWWWWW that is so sweet my luv is 140 so i have a min before he can hold "my tiny hinny" but i love the pic tiff

xoxo,

nikki

You guys look soooo happy together! I bet it felt good the first time he picked you up, I can't wait until my man can do the same! All I got to say is...YOU GO GIRL!!! It's obvious that you guys will be living happily ever after regardless of what obstacles life throws at ya!

AWESOME, Tiff! You guys remind me of my and my husband. We've been married 21 years, and it only gets better each day! We are very blessed to have found a partner who loves us for the person we are, and they are lucky to have found such great wifes too!

You truly are my inspiration! Your story is the best, and I know you've worked hard to make this a true success!

WAY TO GO!

Theresa

I am so happy for you! I have been reading your posts and you are truly inspiring to me. I am in the first steps of the VSG surgery process and my husband is still skeptical about it. He just smiled when I showed him your pics. He hasn't been able to hold me for over a decade... at least I haven't let him try. I am so excited about finally making this decision and can't wait to start my new life. God bless you for being such a blessing to us that are about to start our journey. Thanks for making me smile! :-)