So, this week marks a pretty awesome point in my WLS journey.

I started my WLS journey with the band at 270lbs, sleeve revision at 263lbs, and today I'm weighing in at 135.

I've lost literally half of pre-op self ! ! !

Just thought this is a really awesome moment for me so I thought I would share.

I bought new skinny jeans this week from Rue 21, they're a size 8/9 and they are way smaller than my other 9's in the closet. I seriously love my sleeve.

For those of you debating this surgery, do it. I couldn't be happy with my sleeve. I couldn't imagine living the life I'm living today.

You shine Tiff not only do you look lean as a model but there's a glow in your eyes which reflects your gratitude and I am so happy for you. Thanks for sharing...your beautiful inside and out.

Congrats Tiff, that is the best news. Thanks again for all the support

you provide to us just getting started on our journey. I pray that I can

do as good as you have with the sleeve. I would just like to be able to

walk into a room and not be looked at like I'm from another planet.

You gooooooo girlllllllll.

You lost a WHOLE PERSON! That is so insane. Congrats, you look amazing. :thumbup:

Congrats! You look awesome! Can't wait to get there myself. :-)

Hi Tiff,

Congratulations! That is the first time I've seen your before picture. What a difference. You were smiling then, but you look so happy now. It has been so inspiring following your journey.

Nancy

Hey Tiff, You look fab! Congrats. I havent been on in a while and I am happy to log in today and see your success.

I am so happy with the sleeve too. It has been three months for me and I have lost a little over 35lbs. I am down to single digit sizes and soooo happy. Another 25 and I will be in my smallest size clothes from college! I have been eating whatever I want ( which for the most part is pretty healthy stuff) and still havent started exercising so I plan to get into that soon. Looking forward to the next three months!

Tiffy, you may be half your former physical self, but your spirit is more than doubled. You have enough energy to fuel and entire cheerleading squad. You are an angel to all of us. You give the best support and are tireless in your willingness to help all of us, new and old. I'm so proud of you for the changes you've made in your life. Keep shining as you truly light up so many of us and encourage us to follow in your footsteps!

Thank you for each day that you come here and share your story!

:blushing:

Tiff,

I have loved ones who are in 12 step recovery programs and one of the most important steps to the individuals who are successful is that after they become sober, their life is spent in serving others who struggle with the same issues. I have watched you on these boards for a few months now and know without a doubt one of the keys to your success and something that gives the rest of us hope, is your unselfish, constant service to the rest of us who are struggling, striving and hoping to someday to be able to have the perspective you do physically and mentally. Congrats lady!!!

Tiffy you look great! You are truely such an inspiration and thank you do much for answering all the posts! I've been feeling really down this week because I haven't seen a lot of weight loss for myself and you give me hope! Thank you!

Sury :tongue_smilie:

Thank you all so very much for your constant support, kind comments and encouragement.

I honestly don't know how I would of made this far without y'all in my life. This forum has definitely been a blessing in my life, and I can only hope that I can be as supportive and encouraging to all the members who have helped me along the way.

So, this week marks a pretty awesome point in my WLS journey.

I started my WLS journey with the band at 270lbs, sleeve revision at 263lbs, and today I'm weighing in at 135.

I've lost literally half of pre-op self ! ! !

Just thought this is a really awesome moment for me so I thought I would share.

I bought new skinny jeans this week from Rue 21, they're a size 8/9 and they are way smaller than my other 9's in the closet. I seriously love my sleeve.

For those of you debating this surgery, do it. I couldn't be happy with my sleeve. I couldn't imagine living the life I'm living today.

Wow Tiffykins, you are such an inspiration, I hope you have been doing ok since your GB surgery!! I wish you all the best

Tiffy, Keep strutin your stuff! You look great and I'm going to keep telling you that! :001_tongue:

You ARE a total inspiration, you look absolutely amazing, not just physically but you simply shine in your photos! You make me realize that what I am doing is worth it!

Awesome job!

Congrats!

Kuddos!

Yeah, I agree with everyone....you are totally motivating! You really should be getting paid for this...haha. I'm surprised you aren't the spokes person for the sleeve somewhere! You really should be.

Makes me want to get to the gym pronto!! Congrats on everything!:biggrin0:

You are one of the best Losers I know : ) I am so glad to be here and have your advice and encouragement, as well as from others here.

What an amazing journey you have had! Thinking you should print your posts and write a book!

Congrats you attention whore! Can't wait to be called one also! LOL